The Illinois Regional Agile Users Group (IRAUG) is dedicated to promoting the use of agile Project Management practices and providing a leading local forum to support a community of practitioners. We will look at Agile approaches, Scrum, XP, 6 Sigma and Lean processes. Our monthly meetings provide opportunities for networking with other agile practitioners, sharing of experiences and discussions on changes in the agile realm. We promote personal and professional development among our membe …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

We are looking for more Business Professionals that want to increase their Referral business. Are you looking to grow your business through referrals? If so, our group meets every Tuesday at Noon over lunch.

Entrepreneurial moms meet and network with each other. Anyone who owns a business, wants to own one, is working on a creative venture, or wants to be around other business women in the NW Suburbs and surrounding neighborhoods can be a part of this Exchange. You do not have to be a business owner yet. This Exchange is about networking, helping each other through trials and tribulations, questions, problems, educating, and empowering each other. We will invite special speakers and some of our own …

We are a thriving group of women entrepreneurs who are committed to cultivating authentic relationships while providing ongoing, mutual support and resources for growing our businesses. Meet and join other women entrepreneurs and independent business owners or women considering starting their own business to learn, network and get ideas to grow your business. Our breakfast meeting will stimulate your mind give you a forum to share your business and vision with others. Join this fantastic and …

Are you looking for an ELITE GROUP of Entrepreneurs to create an Alliance with to Network, Mastermind, Partner, Learn and Grow with? If you said YES...then you MUST Join... The YES Mastermind Forum Chapter of Naperville We are a group of entrepreneurs, who are young and young at heart, who would like to help each other succeed in the field of entrepreneurship. Our Mission is to empower people to take ownership of their financial futures and turn their passions and hobbies into a self-perpetuatin …

The West Suburban Women's Chapter of Leads Club is a group of dynamic businesswomen committed to working together for the purpose of building business relationships that will increase their business success. We are looking for dynamic women in some of the following categories: Health Insurance,  Chiropractor, Clothing Sales,  Hair Stylist,  Cleaning Service,  Gift Baskets, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple and more! In order to maximize our networking efforts, we only allow one business per categ …

Infinite Success was born out of a call for something other than the traditional networking group that offers the chance to deliver business cards and elevator speeches. Infinite Success goes beyond and actually focuses on personal growth and development, genuinely connecting with others and in turn brings professional and individual success. At infinite success, we expand relationships, explore professions, and express possibilities.

If you have recently started a business or are considering this, check out our group, specifically designed to meet your needs. This affordable group combines a peer forum with practical information, templates and resources you can use immediately to help grow your new business and improve profitability. Guest speakers present information targeted to the needs of members. Network with other new business owners and make important contacts. Ellen Huxtable, the group moderator, has coordinated mul …

This Meetup repeats on the 2nd Friday of every month. This Thinktank group will meet once a Month In South suburbs We will discuss many subjects: advertising facebook linkedin twitter networking get new clients business in general Decluttering worklife Work & commute more effective and much more at each meeting. We looking for people with ideas to share and willing to learn from others Beginners Welcome too. ..

The South Naperville Women's Chapter meets weekly to develop business, exchange leads, and increase their business success. We only allow one business per category, so this is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a growing group. The chapter is based on Leads Club 34 year successful system to increase business, develop relationships, become a resource, while in a positive, supportive environment. We are actively looking for women in some of the following categories: Financial Pla …

I LOVE LIVE MUSIC. Do YOU? This meetup is for people that love going out to live music, meeting new friends, or hanging out with your group. We will be going to different music venues with every style under the sun like Rock, R&b, Pop, Old School, Alternative, blue grass and gospel friends. We will create and support local artists that depends on our friendly support to develop their craft and radio play request. It is awesome to hear fresh music that is good enough to win music awards but so ne …

This group was established to promote and support small business owners from all industries and disciplines. Our objective is to provide critical and timely information to participants by industry experts, educators, gov't authorities and, more importantly, small business owners themselves in a robust, comfortable and supportive environment. THIS IS YOUR GROUP SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS, so please show up in numbers to support your fellow small business owners. The information you will receive at the …

NetWorks is a business networking group with the purpose of growing each others businesses by way of referrals. NetWorks is a professional organization of men and women located in Champaign-Urbana-Savoy, IL dedicated to the highest standards of competence and service. Our primary purpose is to give and receive qualified business leads or tips. Members will, at all times, maintain the highest professional integrity. Each business category is represented by one member and conflicts of interest are …

To help support the needs of underpriveleged youth, through the support of our members and followers, living in the Chicagoland Western Suburbs. Our mission is to provide scholarship opportunities to aid recipients in following their passion in life, whether it is an educational, artistic or athletic pursuit. Members are those alumni and "friends of the program" that are willing to give back to those of their community by congregating socially and professionally to become a cornerstone in our lo …

This group offers a variety of exciting opportunities to connect and grow business. These include networking events, mastermind groups, workshops, seminars and more. Identify opportunities specific to your business and take action to capitalize on these.

Hello Central Illinoians! Welcome to the Heart Link Network Women's Business networking organization. I started this chapter because I moved to IL after 48 years in California and wanted to meet and support the women here. I was honored when The Heart Link Network choose me to lead the 61615 chapter of this amazing organization! In our gatherings we will follow the format created by Dawn Billings to network with and support other professional and business women in the area. You don't need to h …

This group, Thinking for a Change, is what a networking group is all about. We meet to showcase our businesses so others know what we do. Then we LISTEN to what others do. That's when it all begins. We help each other connect for business and we THINK about who we can connect with them. Viola! We make friends; we help each other with referrals; we connect; we think for a change how we can help others, which then helps us (thus the name of our group). We continue to grow as a group and with our b …

This group is founded on the 5 Laws of Stratospheric Success that are found in the book, The Go-Giver, by Bob Burg and John David Mann. The purpose is to form a group of like-minded business people who would like to grow their business stratospherically through networking. This group is for: small business owners, franchise owners, and entrepreneurs

Looking for New or relatively new entrepreneurs who would like to talk about their business, make some new contacts, and learn how to effectively network to increase their business.

Are you responsible for recruiting employees into your company? Or sourcing candidates for open positions? Then welcome to this new group so we can network with each other, share great ideas and crazy stories, bring in speakers and attend webinars as a group, etc.

Infinite Success was born out of a call for something other than the normal networking group, offering the chance to deliver business cards and elevator speeches. Infinite Success goes beyond and actually focuses on personal growth and development, genuinely connecting with others and in turn brings professional and individual success. At infinite success, we expand relationships, explore professions, and express possibilities.

Join our meet-up to collaborate ideas with other professionals, sign up for cool excursions and social events, refine something in your approach to business, or consult with experts on how to get unstuck and drive forward. Mindflow Café is a place you can go to get better at business. And a place to find like minded people. It was born out of the idea that people are relevant and can make a difference - we just need new opportunities to learn, connect and even self reflect. After all, we all wan …

This group is for any Franchise Owner that would like to connect, network, and be re-motivated about their business. It doesn't matter what Franchise you own, we all have the same issues that we could use help with, i.e., Employees, Amount of Hours we spend in our business, increasing sales, working within the constraints of a franchise system, Marketing, and Advertising....and so much more. After an initial meeting, I will bring in speakers that will help all of us in our franchise business. Fa …

Coast 2 Coast REIA is your nationwide advocate for real estate investing. We are focused on providing opportunity, forging education, and connecting our members with multiple strategic partnerships in the Real Estate Industry to catapult their investing career. At Coast 2 Coast REIA our mission is helping investors of all types find deals that suit them. Our Motto is, “Moving forward by giving back”. By creating an environment of connecting people to collaborate on opportunities, help members fi …

Bolingbrook/Downers Grove/Naperville/Aurora/Oak Brook Area Always Open Networking - Bring plenty of business cards! It's been said time and time again from business coaches, mentors and highly regarded speakers, that if your business requires customers in order to survive (which includes most, if not every one of us)... then a great way to build a strong referral relationship is to Never Eat Alone. You were going to eat anyway, right? Maybe your lunch buddy made other plans or had to work throug …

This is a group for anyone that is interested in networking, socializing and sharing ideas with fellow entrepreneurs and network marketers. We can also plan FREE training sessions to cover a variety of topics including lead generation strategies, social network prospecting, following up and many more topics. Whether it is how to close the next deal, career plans or how to start a business venture. Our focus is personal and economic growth! Let us come together as one community to build rewarding …

We are a Professional South Suburban Convention Center for Entrepreneurs. The 40,000 sq ft Convention Center is for established businesses searching for creative ways to market their merchandise and services. Together we are having creative and informative business events to produce community awareness. The 10,000 sq ft Entertainment Center will be use for Live Bands, Plays, Training, seminars, Fashion Shows, Networking events, and small Business development programs.  Members can also reserve o …