Capacity Building for Capacity Builders 2026
Capacity Building for Capacity Builders
Real-world strategies for strengthening Chicago’s business ecosystem.
Join leaders from across the city, region, and state for Capacity Building for Capacity Builders 2026, a convening designed to move equitable economic development forward. Now in its third year, this event brings together practitioners to share what’s working, exchange lessons learned, and explore practical strategies for strengthening Chicago’s business ecosystem.
Developed in partnership with those doing the work every day, this workshop prioritizes real connection, meaningful collaboration, and professional development. Expect actionable insights, candid conversations, and opportunities to build relationships that extend beyond the room, all in service of supporting underserved communities and expanding access to opportunity.
Event details
Date: May 13, 2026
Time: 8am - 4:30pm
Location: Schreiber Center, 16 E. Pearson Street, Chicago
This workshop is part of a three-year Quinlan School of Business project supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration to help address inequality and inequity across Chicago’s minority business ecosystem. About the project →
Steering Committee
See the Steering Committee members who are aiding in the empowerment of women and minority-owned businesses in Chicago.
Contact Us
For more information about Capacity Building for Capacity Builders or to get involved, contact QuinlanServes@luc.edu.
Join leaders from across the city, region, and state for Capacity Building for Capacity Builders 2026, a convening designed to move equitable economic development forward. Now in its third year, this event brings together practitioners to share what’s working, exchange lessons learned, and explore practical strategies for strengthening Chicago’s business ecosystem.
Developed in partnership with those doing the work every day, this workshop prioritizes real connection, meaningful collaboration, and professional development. Expect actionable insights, candid conversations, and opportunities to build relationships that extend beyond the room, all in service of supporting underserved communities and expanding access to opportunity.
Event details
Date: May 13, 2026
Time: 8am - 4:30pm
Location: Schreiber Center, 16 E. Pearson Street, Chicago
This workshop is part of a three-year Quinlan School of Business project supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration to help address inequality and inequity across Chicago’s minority business ecosystem. About the project →
Steering Committee
See the Steering Committee members who are aiding in the empowerment of women and minority-owned businesses in Chicago.
Contact Us
For more information about Capacity Building for Capacity Builders or to get involved, contact QuinlanServes@luc.edu.