Structured B2B Networking on Chicago's NorthSide


Our next event is Wed, Nov 14, 2018 (register)


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The West Ridge Chamber will be hosting our next event.

Mysore Woodlands Restaurant
2548 W. Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659 (directions)
Wed, Nov 14, 2018
11:30am to 1pm

Registration includes: Open Networking - Mini Introductions - Speed Networking - Lunch - Raffle Prizes - Follow-up Contact List

$12 early bird through Oct 1st, 5pm
$16 regular pricing Oct 1st, 5pm through Nov 13th, 5pm
$20 at the door on Nov 14th

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NOTE: Registrations cannot be transferred or credited to future events. However, refunds will be accommodated if requested prior to noon on November 9th. Send your request to info@westridgechamber.org with your name and confirmation number (if possible) and a refund of the amount minus any processing fees will be applied within 1 business week of request. After noon on November 9th, no refunds will be given, even in the event of non attendance.


Event Format

  • Open Networking
  • Mini Introductions (each person says their name and company name)
  • Structured Networking (we break into small tables and give elevator pitches around each table, then we switch tables a few more times and do it all again in front of fresh faces)
  • Lunch and Open Networking
  • Follow-up Contact List (participants can opt in to include their business card in a follow-up summary email that's sent to all participants)


About the Northside Networking Group

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The NorthSide Networking Group was created to bring expanded business networking to the Northside Chicago neighborhoods of Andersonville, Edgewater, Rogers Park, Uptown and West Ridge. Events are held 5 times per year and the host rotates between the five areas. The success of these events is due to the participation of the community businesses and the word of mouth of past participants sharing with their networks.


Host Organizations


Andersonville Chamber of Commerce
Edgewater Chamber of Commerce
Rogers Park Business Alliance
Business Partners: The Chamber for Uptown
West Ridge Chamber of Commerce


Sponsors



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Women Belong



 

2018 Calendar

  • Jan 24 - Uptown
  • Mar 21 - Andersonville
  • Jun 13 - Edgewater
  • Aug 29 - Rogers Park
  • Nov 14 - West Ridge
Registration for events will be available one at a time, and found on this website. If you're interested in future events, subscribe below to be notified when registration is available for each one.

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8 Tips for Effective NorthSide Networking

  1. The #1 mistake people make is not having enough business cards. Be sure to bring at least 50 cards!
  2. Be prompt! Arrive at 11:30 am for open networking. We start at 11:45 sharp.
  3. Determine who your strategic partner is and let everyone know during your pitch.
  4. Be generous. Think of networking as "what can I do for you" rather than 'what can you do for me".
  5. Invite a friend or associate. Networking is easier with someone you already know.
  6. Prepare multiple pitches. Changing it up will keep people interested.
  7. Follow up afterward. Connect on LinkedIn and grab a coffee.
  8. Have Fun!