Starting a business can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone. There are a number of women in business conferences and events hosted each year, where you can connect with and learn from other business women near you. We researched and vetted 2020 entrepreneurial events in Illinois and compiled our recommended list. Continue reading to discover the right one for you.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in Illinois.
2020 Events in Your Area
Women Thriving Fearlessly in Business - ELEVATE SERIES! Expo Pre-Launch
About:
This event features the opportunity to meet other women in business, including upcoming panelists, all while enjoying food and wine. Discuss topics you’d like to explore during the expo and enjoy up-close, personal engagement with session leaders.
Who it's right for:
Anyone who’s interested in attending upcoming expo events in the Elevate Series.
Price:
$25
Date:
2020-06-30T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
Suite 475
Chicago, IL 60654
Contact Information:
(866) 443-6769
Women In(terested) Technology Roundtable
About:
This is an event open to women in IT, technology-related projects, or those interested in a safe and friendly environment to ask tech-related questions. Guests will find a variety of roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, and more at this 1-day event.
Who it's right for:
Anyone looking to make new connections in the local IT industry or those with technology-related questions.
Price:
$0 – $99
Date:
2020-10-14T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
500 Midway Drive
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Contact Information:
Doing It All: Managing Work, Life, and Love for Creative Women
About:
Burnout can become debilitating if people don’t know how to manage their stress, and its effects can be disastrous. This event teaches how to create a better work-life balance.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who’s starting to feel the pressure in her daily life.
Price:
$25
Date:
2020-06-22T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
357 W. Ontario St. #3W
Chicago, IL 60654
Contact Information:
WINE - Women Inspired Networking Event
About:
A chance to connect with professional women in a relaxed environment.
Who it's right for:
Good for women who want to expand their professional circle and potentially partner with other businesses.
Price:
$100-$320
Date:
2020-04-02T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
5216 West Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 606030
Contact Information:
The 2020 Women in Tech (WIT) Awards
About:
This event will honor some of the most innovative and exciting female innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in technology.
Who it's right for:
Anyone who's interested in new networking opportunities and learning more about the latest female tech innovators.
Price:
$29-$995
Date:
2020-10-08T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
Chicago, IL 60654
Contact Information:
Chicago Creative Speed Mentoring Event
About:
An event that highlights the value of connecting with others through mentoring and networking.
Who it's right for:
A unique opportunity to gather and learn from other women in your community.
Price:
$65
Date:
2020-09-12T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
358 West Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60654
Contact Information:
Networking Entrepreneurs, Business Owners and Professionals
About:
The purpose is to support small businesses within the community through networking opportunties.
Who it's right for:
Right for local entrepreneurs dedicated to building successful businesses and connecting with local businessmen and women.
Price:
Free
Date:
2020-11-11T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
28252 West Diehl Road
Warrenville, IL 60555
Contact Information:
Digital Summit Chicago 2020: Digital Marketing Conference
About:
Digital Summit Conferences connect digital entrepreneurs to successful representatives of the world’s leading brands
Who it's right for:
These conferences are right for anyone who wants to hear from and network with the creme de la creme of their industry.
Price:
$245-$995
Date:
2020-09-30T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
2301 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
Contact Information:
Founding Females Celebration
About:
This event will celebrate the accomplishments of Chicago's diverse female entrepreneurs.
Who it's right for:
Perfect for female entrepreneurs who are interested in cultivating lasting professional relationships, expanding their businesses, and celebrating accomplishments.
Price:
$10
Date:
2020-12-02T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
2937 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657
Contact Information:
Strategic Business Introductions
About:
Strategic Business Introductions is a more intimate networking event that helps businesses find new clients, promote their cause, and connect with additional resources in their area.
Who it's right for:
Women who want to get the word out about what they do, and pitch businesses on how they can provide solutions to their challenges.
Price:
$50-$105
Date:
2020-07-01T00:00:00
Location:
LocationName
200 E. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
Contact Information:
(312) 520-3017