Free Business Topics in Chicago

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  Preliminary Blocking and Tackling to Start a Debt or Equity Capital Raise

  Barrett Willich, CFO, Bear & Kenmore LLC

  In this presentation, we will do a quick introduction to things to think about and how to start preparing when you are ready to raise debt or equity capital. After this presentation, you will have a better idea of advisors to connect with as well as tasks your internal team can start preparing. We will also walk you through the key milestones of a process. MORE >

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  Break Out Session – Cyber Security Protecting your Business

  Christopher Higgins, Cyber Security Analyst, CCS Technology Group

  With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated by the day, it is crucial to understand the risks you face. Our presentation will shed light on the tactics employed by hackers, helping you decode their methods and motives. We will explore the inner workings of various cyber attacks, from phishing scams to ransomware, all presented in a conversational and approachable manner that even non-technical audiences can grasp. Presentation will be customized to address common threats in a business category or vertical market for example (manufacturing, distribution, finance, medical, etc.) Lets talk about your event and customize it for your event. MORE >

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  The 60-minute Strategic Plan

  Matt Kinnich, CEO, Roland, Ruth & Mitchell

  Technically, there is no such thing as a 60-minute strategic plan, but this session will provide the foundation, framework and next steps of building out your personal, team or organization’s strategies and plan. Participants will engage in the following: MORE >

  • Overview of Strategic Framework
  • What are your goals?
  • What is your purpose?
  • What does your environment look like?
  • What are my options?
  • What options are best?
  • Individual/Group questions
  • What actions am I willing to do next?

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  Heart, Hustle, & Muscle: The Real Estate

  Marcus Carter, Marcus Carter, Carter Property Solutions LLC

  In a consumer driven market, many seek financial freedom and fall prey to snake oil salesmen offering life altering results based on a catchy pitch. MORE >

  The wealthy keep to themselves, adding mystery to fulfillment and success. Well I'm here to let the cat out of the bag. In this fast paced, results driven presentation, Marcus Carter uses real estate to describe an attainable, realistic path to wealth and success.

  In this presentation, participants can look to gain:

  1. Keys To Discovering What Works For You To Pursue Success And Efficiency
  2. The 3 Key Elements The Most Productive People Have At Their Disposal
  3. Actions Steps To Make Change Right After This Talk!

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  Where’s the Cash?

  John Y. Lafferty, Founder, CFO-Pro

  Helps business owners understand why profits and cash flow differ and how to manage the business more efficiently using this knowledge.

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  Off High Alert: Practical Nervous System Tools for High-Pressure Work Environments

  Ron Martin, Principal, Founder, Executive Coach, Ocean Park Strategic Advisors

  Many capable, high-performing professionals experience stress in their body even when things are going well at work.

  - A tight chest before meetings.
  - A jolt when emails come in.
  - A constant background sense of being “on edge.” MORE >

  This free talk introduces Off High Alert, a practical, body-first approach to understanding and reducing work-related stress that doesn’t rely on mindset shifts, positive thinking, or therapy.

  Participants will learn why the nervous system often stays on high alert in modern work environments and why “just relaxing” rarely works, even for highly competent, prepared professionals.

  This session is especially relevant for people who:

  - Feel physically reactive to emails, meetings, or work interactions before their brain has time to catch up
  - Stay functional and productive while feeling tense or exhausted underneath
  - Don’t want therapy, oversharing, or long emotional processing
  - Want practical tools that can be used during the workday, discreetly and effectively

  During this talk, attendees will:

  - Understand how and why stress shows up physically at work
  - Learn simple, in-the-moment nervous system regulation tools
  - Reframe stress responses without self-blame or pathologizing
  - Leave with a clear, repeatable way to help their body stand down in high-pressure situations

  This is a grounded, practical, work-safe talk designed to meet professionals where they are, without asking them to lower their standards, change who they are, or step away from their careers.

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  How to Live and Earn Well with a Business You Love

  Tikoshia Davis, CEO and Founder, Business Made Simple Coaching & Consulting

  Self-care is a right, not a privilege. This means that you can have a business you love, without sacrificing your well being in the process. Yes, really. MORE >

  My name is Tikoshia and I am a holistic business coach that specializes in teaching entrepreneurs how to build sustainable and profitable businesses that complement their quality of life — not consume it.

  Running your own business is hard! There’s a never-ending to-do list, long nights, and bouts of fear that can plague you on a daily basis. But, you know what? While all of that can be true, it doesn’t have to overtake you.

  Once upon a time I've tried doing things the imbalanced way. And, right when my coaching practice was starting to take off, I received the most devastating news of my life: I had breast cancer. I knew that if I had made it to the other side of that fight, I would do even more to make my dreams and the dreams of my clients, a reality, but not at the expense of my health. And that’s exactly what I did.

  You can run your business and still enjoy a happy, healthy quality of life. I’m here to show you how.

  In this talk, I will offer support with the following challenges:

  *Need clarity in how to align your business with your spirituality
  *Lack of systems in your business to promote growth
  *Recovering perfectionist, high achiever and/or professional that wants success in your own terms without the guilt of not doing “enough”
  *Want to find the confidence and the faith in yourself to go after their dreams

  THIS TALK BEST SERVES:

  *Professional women (leaders and administrators in higher education)
  *New entrepreneurs (2-3 years’ experience)
  *Aspiring entrepreneurs
  *Conferences and events that are about women in business/entrepreneurship, self-care, wellness, faith based groups

  PRESENTATION FORMAT TYPES:

  *Keynote address
  *Trainings and Workshops
  *Conference Breakout Sessions and Panels
  *Webinars

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  The Power of Social Media For All Businesses

  Troy Sandidge, Keynote Speaker • Emcee • Fractional CMO • Podcaster • Author, Strategy Hackers

  Looking to grow your business primarily using social media? The undeniable truth is Social Media is a platform for real networking, growth, and engagement for any business irrespective of the industry. Social media marketing, when done right, allows you to amplify your content to a highly targeted audience with content that connects. MORE >

  This session will break down social media to key concepts and give the tools to expand your reach with social.

  ** This session can be customized for audience type and social media platforms you would like to put emphasis on.

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  Master Networking for your business

  Dan Gelfond, Former Steven Spielberg Project Interviewers, Personal History Interviews

  Join Dan Gelfond, a master networker with 28+ years of experience building his business almost entirely through networking. As moderator of the Northbrook Chamber’s “First Friday” networking meeting for the past 25 years (averaging 110 attendees monthly), Dan brings proven, practical strategies you can use immediately.
  What you’ll learn:
  Clear, actionable do’s — and even more important don’ts — for effective networking
  How to craft and perfect a compelling elevator pitch MORE >

  Practical tips to maximize your ROI from every networking opportunity
  Format:
  Fun, interactive seminar tailored for companies or organizations with sales staffs.
  Hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and time for Q&A.

  For companies with sales staff in multiple locations, seminar can be conducted via Zoom.

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  Six Sigma and Finance Intersections

  Diane Davidson, Finance Transformation Leader, Clever Fox, LLC

  As a practitioner with a Six Sigma Green Belt, I am seeing demand for Six Sigma principles being used in the Finance industry. Six Sigma is typically viewed as a tool only used for Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations. Finance organizations are using Six Sigma principles such as Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen Events to bring standardization and efficiencies to their business processes. MORE >

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