WORKSHOPS

FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR YOUR BUSINESS

The Financial Services industry constantly evolves to encompass a broad range of business services and programs in today's business environment. This panel will explore key business opportunities and challenges and share various innovative solutions and best practices.

MODERATOR:

Melissa Conyears-Ervin, City of Chicago Treasurer

PANELISTS:

JP Morgan Chase

Pamela Randle, V.P. Sr. Business Consultant, Minority Entrepreneur

Allies for Community Business

Christopher Johnson, Senior Business Ally

U.S. Small Business Administration

Robert Esquivel, Supervisory Lender Relations Specialist

SPOTLIGHT SERIES WORKSHOP

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CDOT)

CDOT representatives will provide an overview of the needed work, including paving, site grading, landscaping, water main installation, lighting, and other electrical work.

Chicago Department of Transportation

Dan Burke, Managing Deputy Commissioner

Cheiko High, Deputy Commissioner

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT (DWM)

DWM will review contracting opportunity requirements from the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, such as water and sewer main replacement opportunities and facilities modernization for engineering and construction projects. Both term and standalone contracts will be available to bid for these contracts.

Department of Water Management

Brendan Schreiber, Chief Engineer of Sewers

SPOTLIGHT SERIES WORKSHOP

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION (CDA)

The City of Chicago's two major airports (O'Hare and Midway International) are a significant economic engine for the region. This presentation focuses on aviation-specific contracting opportunities in construction and professional work services.

Chicago Department of Aviation

Frank Grimaldi, Deputy Commissioner

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (DPD)

As the principal planning agency for the City of Chicago, DPD promotes the comprehensive growth and sustainability of the City and its neighborhoods. Learn about the City's zoning and land use policies, and the variety of resources employed to encourage business and real estate development, historic preservation, accessible waterfronts, walkable neighborhoods, and related community improvements.

Department of Planning and Development

Matthew Schmitz, Deputy Commissioner Finance |Department of Planning and Development |Department of Housing

AN INTRO TO THE JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) PROGRAM

A construction-focused workshop with an overview of the bidding process and highlights of incentives and programs that relate to construction opportunities. The JOC Program includes the Small Business Initiative (SBI), Mid-size Business Initiative (MBI), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Apprentice Utilization Bid Preference, and many more. Join us to learn how a Job Order Contract could benefit your company.

Gordian

Michael Judd, Senior Account Manager, Mid Lakes Region

GOLDMAN SACHS 10,000 SMALL BUSINESSES INFORMATIONAL SESSION

You will learn in this session more about this innovative program that can take your business to the next level. Learn how to grow a business, increase your staff, create effective marketing strategies, and develop important business relationships. In addition, we will discuss how to apply for this free but competitive application program sponsored by the Goldman Sachs Foundation.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

In Partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago

Randy C. Kravitz, Executive Director

DRIVING INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

This workshop will explore how Chicago drives inclusive economic development by supporting and assisting businesses. Whether you are an existing local company needing expansion or a new business entrant into the Chicago market, we can assist with connections and positioning for success.

World Business Chicago

Billy Ndizeye, Business Development Associate

BIDDING with eProcurement and iSupplier

DPS will present an overview of the start-to-finish purchasing modernization eProcurement system. eProcurement applies digital technology to the acquisition of goods and services. It will allow DPS to collaborate with City Departments to create solicitations and contracts online, significantly reducing the time it takes to complete procurements. Join and learn about iSupplier registration, how vendors will submit bids and proposals online, and how to view contracts and payments.

City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services

Benjamin Ho, Deputy Procurement Officer

RESOURCES TO START, RUN AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Whether you're a startup, established, or about to expand your business, find out what resources are available to business owners. In this workshop, entrepreneurs will learn what small business resources are offered by the City of Chicago, Chambers of commerce, delegate agencies, and other community partners.

City of Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

Kenya Merritt, First Deputy Commissioner/Chief Small Business Officer

A Conversation About Working with Government Entities:

What You Need to Know About Certification

Are you interested in bidding on government contracting opportunities? This workshop is an overview of each government procurement office's requirements for contracting opportunities and a brief overview of how to become certified.

MODERATOR

City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services

Desiree Otkins, Manager Certification and Compliance

PANELISTS

City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services

Regence Norwoods, Senior Certification/Compliance Officer

Cook County

Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer

State of Illinois, Business Enterprise Program

Tiffany Johnson, Deputy Director of Business Enterprise Program