Are you new to networking or new in town and looking to get connected with other small business owners? This group is for local small business owners who are: => NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base. => NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment. = > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the …

  Engage with other women entrepreneurs in the Chicago Area! Created by Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence to bring together established women business owners, M3 Meetups support post-startup entrepreneurs to grow their businesses to the next level. Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence is the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources, business education and community support for women entrepreneurs seeking to grow micro businesses to million dollar enterprises. Co …

Introducing.... A unique opportunity to grow your business through Shopping & Networking. Business Owners, These are tough economic times for everyone, but we can weather the storm if we work together. In the end, our friends and customers buy from those they know, like and trust. You are invited to participated in a creative and low-cost way of making new business friends and gaining face-to-face exposure with potential new customers. Shopping & Networking Here how it works: We all have custome …

It’s tough out there. Entrepreneurs and small businesses without deep pockets are particularly vulnerable. Never was it more important to have a network of resources and support. North Shore Professional Women’s Association (NSPWA) is a group of business and professional women who care about each other’s success, and take the time to know each other by name. There’s never been a better time to join.

The SHEpreneur Circle is a leads networking group for female business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals and community leaders. This group focus is to empower women and help one another's business grow.

This group is for professional  business owners networking in Hinsdale and of the Chicago suburbs.  We meet monthly for lunch to get to know one another and build relationships.   Simply bring a brown-bag lunch and join us for a wonderful, empowering time together! We meet at a great convenient location close to all major expressways, route 83 and Ogden Ave in a very comfortable atmosphere! Membership is exclusive, and we only allow one business owner for each business type at our meetings. You …

The Proficient Professionals Meetup group is a business-network and career-enhancement group dedicated to helping business owners, entrepreneurs, and job seekers in enhancing the skills they need to gain more business and make a prosperous living. The Proficient Professionals Meetup group will provide members with educational and informative programs, events, seminars, and workshops that will develop skills, enhance talents, spark interest, and elevate lives.  

Since its conception in 2007, the Dynamic Professional Women’s Network (DPWN) has positioned itself to be a very functional platform for women to develop the valuable connections necessary to grow in their professional as well as personal lives. The Dynamic Professional Women's Network is one of the fastest growing, referral focused, women’s networking organizations in the Chicagoland area and soon to be nationwide. Our membership consists of professional women and entrepreneurs looking to build …

The Association of Women Professionals is a women's organization dedicated to assisting women in expanding networks, finding opportunities and developing their skills. This group is for Members and Non-Members who are interested in attending our networking events. Currently our events are held in the Chicagoland area.  In 2012, we will be adding networking groups in New York City and Southern Florida.

This group will meet to learn about the new crowd funding laws passed in the recent JOBS act and help prepare small businesses and entrepreneurs for raising capital through selling equity in their businesses using approved intermediaries. A couple of great articles to learn more about crowd funding, the JOBS act and more can be read here http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/223290 http://www.fridayfirm.com/news/449-alert040612

  Helping women to be self-sufficient entrepreneurs through life-long learning in a supportive environment.   Giving women the skills to take control of their economic well-being empowers them to build healthier families, stronger communities, and a more vibrant economy. In the end, it helps us all. Prepares Women for the Complex Rigors of Business Ownership . A business is not built overnight. EEW' s challenging training programs cover everything from developing business plans to accessing capi …

I decided to start this group for busy moms who have a small side business and would like to find some exposure. However, those who are looking for a social setting and enjoy hosting home parties are welcomed to join as well. This group is a referral and networking group that helps members in the group obtain new business leads. As a member of the group it is in your best interest to host one another's home business parties, share referrals and team-up at events. We will only accept 1 member fro …

Since 1919, The Illinois Federation of Business and Professional Women (IFBPW) has been empowering working women to achieve their full potential through advocacy, education, and information. We are an all-volunteer, membership-based organization, comprised of professional women of all ages and professions with the goal of promoting equity for all women in the workplace. Meeting topics are focused on networking opportunities and addressing issues impacting working women including legislat …

We are a dedicated group of success-oriented business professionals setting goals to increase our business and develop personally. We help each other's business grow with valuable referrals and assist each other by providing counsel in our particular areas of expertise.

Would you like to know more about the Bible too? I'm looking to do a weekly Bible study with other Christian women (or women interested in learning about Christianity) to participate in a weekly Bible study to learn more about God's Word. I'm not looking for a large group...more of a small group study. I am a Catholic, but very Ecumenical. If you would like to join, please know there would be no belief bashing :) No knowledge of the Bible is necessary. The meetups will be in or near Glendale Hei …

Women Destined For Success is perfect for women who are ready for a career shift, who are re-entering the workforce or who are contemplating a life change. Does this sound like you? If ... * You are at a career or life change crossroad, but don't know how to start making these changes * You know that you need to make a change, but don't know where to start * You are re-entering the workforce * You are determined to find work suited to your life's purpose And ... * You are ready to actively explo …