Events Calendar

High Stakes, High Impact, Casino Outreach

High Stakes, High Impact, Casino Outreach

June 11, 2026    
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

High Stakes, High Impact, Casino Outreach

We invite you to join us for this procurement event focusing on opportunities to do business with Casinos. Join us at Wind Creak Chicago Southland.

Pre-Certification Workshop

Pre-Certification Workshop

June 24, 2026    
10:00 am - 11:30 pm

Pre-Certification Workshop

MBE Certification is the gold standard confirming your business is minority owned and operated. If you’re ready to get certified, join us for a Pre-Certification Workshop.

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #2

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #2

July 9, 2026    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #2

This Capacity Building Session will equip rising entrepreneurs with mentorship, targeted training, funding, and access to certification opportunities. By Invitation Only.

Pre-Certification Workshop- July

Pre-Certification Workshop- July

July 22, 2026    
10:00 am - 11:30 pm

Pre-Certification Workshop

MBE Certification is the gold standard confirming your business is minority owned and operated. If you’re ready to get certified, join us for a Pre-Certification Workshop.

Procurement Lunch & Learn

Procurement Lunch & Learn

July 29, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Procurement Lunch & Learn

Save the date! Join us for a chance to speak with a corporation on how to do business with them and discuss upcoming opportunities.

Jim Osborne Scholarship Classic

Jim Osborne Scholarship Classic

August 10, 2026    
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Jim Osborne Scholarship Classic

The Jim Osborne Scholarship Classic is an annual golf classic fundraiser supporting Chicago Public School seniors as they transition to college, while also fostering meaningful networking and collaboration among Minority Business Enterprises and corporate partners.

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #3

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #3

August 20, 2026    
11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Young Entrepreneurs – Capacity Building Session #3

This Capacity Building Session will equip rising entrepreneurs with mentorship, targeted training, funding, and access to certification opportunities. By Invitation Only.

Pre-Certification Workshop - Aug

Pre-Certification Workshop - Aug

August 26, 2026    
10:00 am - 11:30 pm

Pre-Certification Workshop

MBE Certification is the gold standard confirming your business is minority owned and operated. If you’re ready to get certified, join us for a Pre-Certification Workshop.

PIPE Program – Cohort 11 Begins

PIPE Program – Cohort 11 Begins

September 15, 2026    
All Day

PIPE Program – Cohort 11 Begins

Applications for the PIPE Program open soon. Join the waitlist today!

Young Entrepreneurs – Pitch Competition

Young Entrepreneurs – Pitch Competition

September 17, 2026    
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Young Entrepreneurs – Pitch Competition

Are you a young entrepreneur between 18 and 35 with a business that’s ready to work with major corporations? The Young Entrepreneurs Competition is a five-month program where you’ll have the chance to showcase innovation, gain expert mentorship, & compete for up to $10,000 in funding to position your business for long-term success.

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