Young professionals are strong supporters of small and local businesses.
Small Business Advocacy Council
SBAC Young Professionals Group
We bring together Chicago’s young professionals to build relationships and connect with the small business community.
The SBAC launched a Young Professionals Group on April 30th.
Recognizing that…
Why a Young Professionals Group?
Many are early-stage entrepreneurs or exploring new ventures.
Many want meaningful ways to engage locally, without the partisan noise.
Who This Is For
Early-career professionals and entrepreneurs
The SBAC Young Professionals Group is designed for early-career professionals and entrepreneurs across industries who are interested in building connections and engaging with Chicago’s civic community.
What You’ll Get
Connections that go beyond introductions
A growing network of peers across industries and career paths
Opportunities to meet potential collaborators, clients, and business partners
Access to established business owners and civic leaders
A community where you can build relationships—not just exchange business cards
What We Do
Monthly events for networking and advocacy
The SBAC YPG will host monthly events focused on both networking and advocacy.
Networking Events
Our networking events are casual, activity-based mixers designed to create an environment where young professionals can connect naturally and build lasting relationships.
Advocacy Events
We also plan to host advocacy-focused events such as fireside chats with legislators and civic leaders. These events are opportunities to engage directly with decision-makers and build an understanding of the policies that shape Chicago’s small business environment.
Making Connections That Last
Relationships take time to build
By bringing together the same community of young professionals each month, the SBAC YPG will help members move beyond introductions and build relationships that can lead to real opportunities. Over time, members will also get to know Chicago’s civic leaders, giving them a voice in the conversations shaping the small business community.
Join Us
Join Us!
Fill out the interest form or register for our next event. Follow the group for updates.