Asian American Business Expo

The Asian American Business Expo
Sat, June 2, 2012, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Illinois Institute of Technology - Hermann Hall
3241 S. Federal Street, Chicago, IL 60616

According to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency, one in four minority businesses is owned by an Asian American. These Asian-American businesses generate more than half of the gross receipts generated by all minority firms in the United States. In addition, more than half of minority firms with employees are Asian-American owned.

The Asian American Business Expo is an annual event that promotes entrepreneurship, leadership and job creation. Register now to attend workshops for free.

Workshop #10:
Global Product Design and Supply Chains - Taught by Professor Mark Werwath, Northwestern University's Master of Product Design & Development.

The best in class globalized firms are sourcing talent and materials, developing product, and leveraging product platforms on a global basis. Register

Workshop #13:
Five Keys to Raising Venture Capital - Taught by Don Sheu, Dover

To win venture capital takes more than a good business idea. Learn how to make a venture capitalist invest in you. Register

Workshop #24:
$78 Million for Small Businesses - Taught by Arthur Williams, Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic opportunity.

Did you know that Illinois recently received $78 million from the federal government to help small businesses? Did you know that this money can be offered as a loan or venture fund? Register

New in 2012 will be the Supplier Diversity and Career Fair. Businesses looking for contracting opportunities will benefit from the workshops and networking. Likewise, professionals who want to take their careers to the next level will benefit from the mentoring and leadership development.

To see more workshops, go to the Program page.

Admission is free and open to everyone. Space is limited. Please register early to reserve your seats.

Testimonials

Business Owner - "The event was well-organized and had a diverse mix of vendors, workshops, and attendees. The caliber of people was very high. I was able to meet many entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, and energetic business-minded people."

Aquaculture Engineer - "I understood more about Asian business in Chicago and the workshop was free for everyone."

President - "Absolutely terrific workshops. I also met a very talented design business in the exhibition hall who I will be using at some point in my business."