Events for March 2015

Chatham Business Association, Small Business Development, Inc.
Mar 4 Introduction to Social Media Marketing
Not sure how Social Media can benefit your business?  This is the workshop for you!  In this workshop you will learn how to use Social Media sites to expand your network and customer base, you will also learn how to find the best Social Media Site for your business.  The workshop will include tips on posting, target audience research and a brief introduction to the various social media options available.
  • Date:
    March 4, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Website:
    https://docs.google.com/a/cbaworks.org/forms/d/1CVVPGmYvHNhQVVSoRMBvpntYX5BzMapihzY9xnnPY1E/viewform
  • Location:
    CBA Tech Center in Chatham
    800 E. 78th St.
    Chicago, IL 60619
  • Contact:
    Samia Malik 773-994-5006 x 1005
  • EMail:
    Samiamalik@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday, March 4th, 9am - 10:30 am
  • Fees/Admission:
    $10/Person
    Free to Members
     

    *Workshop fees must be paid BEFORE attending the workshop

     

Mar 10 CBA, SBDI Monthly Membership Meeting March 10, 2015
Presenter: Nicholas J Delgado, Principal at Dignitas

Small Business Succession Planning Strategies




Monthly Membership Meeting held by Chatham Business Association, Small Business Development Inc. are held to inform current members and prospective members about issues and activities going on in Chatham and the City of Chicago regarding small business opportunities.  You do not need to be a member to attend.  Breakfast is provided.  Admission is $10 for Non-Members.
  • Date:
    March 10, 2015
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Website:
    https://www.facebook.com/ChathamBusiness
  • Location:
    QBG Foundation Building
    806 E. 78th St
    Chicago, IL, 60619
    Meeting Room

  • Contact:
    Karletta Kelly
  • EMail:
    Karlettakelly@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Tuesday, March 10, 2015

    Registration and Networking is at 8:00am
    Meeting Begins at 8:30am
  • Fees/Admission:
    Admission is $10 for Non-members
Mar 11 Networking with LinkedIn
Not sure what Linked In is and how it can increase your network?  This is the workshop for you! In this workshop you will learn how to set up your profile and your Company profile.  You'll also learn how to link yourself to the appropriate networks and groups.  Bring along your Resume so you can complete your profile at the workshop.
  • Date:
    March 11, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Website:
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UZGeI6AtRov_P7gdIq-6PS9pzu7q0RTN3Zv1AefT5MU/viewform
  • Location:
    CBA Tech Center
    800 E. 78th St.
    Chicago, IL 60619
  • Contact:
    Samia Malik, Project Manager 773-994-5006 X 1005
  • EMail:
    Samiamalik@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday, March 11th, 9am - 10:30am
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    $30/Person
    Free to Members
Mar 11 SSA #51 Quarterly Open Commissioner's Meeting
CBA, Small Business Development Inc. Service Provider for SSA #51 reports to SSA #51 Commissioners on services status of SSA #51.


Light Refreshments will be provided
  • Date:
    March 11, 2015
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.cbatechworks.org
  • Location:
    QBG Foundation Building
    806 E. 78th St.
    Chicago, IL 60619

    Meeting Room

    (Next to U.S. Post Office, Park inside the Iron gates)
  • EMail:
    Karlettakelly@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday, March 11, 2015
    12:00 Noon until 1:30 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    No fees required
Mar 18 Introduction to Facebook for Business
Need helping setting up your Facebook business page, not sure how to increase your Likes, interested in learning how to turn your Likes into actual customers?  This is the workshop for you. In this workshop you'll learn how to post, what to post and how often to post on your Business page.  Bring along a brief description of your business and services to fill out your profile at the workshop.
  • Date:
    March 18, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Website:
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1u3CCEsOplJLUdCQesiaXjHcZQpVSBZC3SF_LcnwPNSk/viewform
  • Location:
    CBA Tech Center
    806 E. 78th St.
    Chicago, IL 60619
  • Contact:
    Samia Malik, Project Manager 773-994-5006 X 1005
  • EMail:
    Samiamalik@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Wednesday March 18th, 9am - 10:30am
  • Fees/Admission:
    $30/Person
    Free to Members
Mar 19 Spring Mix N Mingle "Taste of Chatham" Networking Event

























Chatham Business Association, Small Business Development, Inc. Invites you to join us for our Spring "Mix N Mingle"

The evening's festivities include music, food, fun and networking!  Learn of the endless possibilities that are offered through CBA's membership!

"Taste of Chatham" Taste signature dishes from the best restaurants in Chatham.  Here's your chance to try some of the best cuisine in Chicago!
  • Date:
    March 19, 2015
  • Time:
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-mix-n-mingle-at-pnc-tickets-15678726493
  • Location:
    PNC Bank
    1 North Franklin, 27th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606
  • Contact:
    Samia Malik, 773-994-5006 x 1005
  • EMail:
    Samiamalik@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, March 19, 2015
    6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
  • Fees/Admission:
    Early Bird Special (Before March 6th):$25/Person
    After March 6th: $50/Person
    Free to All 2015 CBA Members**

    Payment Required at Door
    RSVP before March 15, 2015
Mar 26 CBA Micro-lending Day
Chatham Business Association has been chosen and trained as an Affiliate Micro-lender by the City of Chicago Micro-lending Institute and will now be able to offer our business community Micro-loans of up to $25,000.00.  If you are a business owner who may have been turned down by a bank, you should come and learn more about the micro lending initiative.  This is a bank supported BUT NOT A BANK RUN INITIATIVE.  
Quick Application process and turn-a-around time!

Sponsored by:  PNC, Fifth Third Bank, Seaway Bank, Bank of America, Urban Partnership Bank, Citi Bank, and First Midwest Bank 
 
Light Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
For questions or to confirm attendance contact Richard Willis.  Email: 
Richardwillis@cbaworks.org or Phone:  773-994-5006 x 1007
  • Date:
    March 26, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.cbaworks.org
  • Location:
    800 East 78th Street (Chatham Business Association Offices)
  • Contact:
    Aisha Jakes
  • EMail:
    aishajakes@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Anytime Between 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Mar 27 Small Business Legal Clinic
Small Business Legal Clinic
  • Date:
    March 27, 2015
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.thelawproject.org/events-2/?event_id1=7
  • Location:
    US Bank Building,
    4th Floor
    815 W. 63rd St., Chicago, IL
  • Contact:
    RSVP by March 26, 2015 to 312-939-3638 x 224
  • EMail:
    tlp@thelawproject.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Friday, March 27, 2015
    12 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free Clinic
Mar 30 - Apr 3 SSA #51 Cash for Trash
  • Date:
    March 30, 2015
  • Website:
    http://www.cbaworks.org
  • Location:
    Red Trash Cans will be placed on the corner of:
    79th and Cottage Grove Avenue
    87th and Cottage Grove Avenue


    Raffle tickets can be submitted to:
    Chatham Business Association
    800 E 78th Street, Chicago, IL 60619
    (Northeast corner of 78th and Cottage Grove inside QBG Building)
  • Contact:
    773-994-5006
  • EMail:
    admin@cbaworks.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Monday, March 30th - Friday, April, 3rd
  • Fees/Admission:
    No Charge