UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Veteran Business Advocacy Day
Illinois Veteran Business Advocacy Day will bring together Veteran-Owned Business leaders from across the state to engage directly with legislators and policymakers at the State Capitol in Springfield. Participants will address critical issues including procurement access, workforce development, access to capital, and regulatory reform impacting Veteran entrepreneurs. The event will create a platform for Veterans to share real-world business perspectives and advocate for policies that strengthen Illinois’ economic competitiveness. By uniting business leadership with civic engagement, Advocacy Day will ensure those who served continue to have a voice in shaping the state’s economic future.
Date: Wednesday April 15, 2026
Initial Meeting Location:
VFW LaFore Lock Post 755
Springfield, Illinois
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost to Attend: N/A
Participants will gather at VFW LaFore Lock Post 755 to organize, review legislative priorities, and coordinate meetings before proceeding together to the Illinois State Capitol.
Building America’s Future – Veterans, Infrastructure, and the Next Mission
Building America’s Future: Veterans, Infrastructure, and the Next Mission connects Veteran-Owned Businesses and transitioning Veterans with Illinois’ top infrastructure agencies to explore real contracting, hiring, and workforce opportunities. Join leaders from transportation, water, and public works for a focused discussion on capital investments through 2030, followed by direct networking with decision-makers driving Illinois’ next generation of projects.
Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
Location: Union League Club of Chicago
65 W. Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60604
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost to Attend: $25.00