2024 Symposium
A SYMPHONY OF INNOVATION:
IGNITING MINDS & INSPIRING FUTURES
Unlock the potential of your business at the City of Chicago 2024 Procurement Symposium! Dive into the world of government contracts and harness the transformative power of networking. Gain invaluable insights from industry experts, forge new alliances with peers, and arm yourself with practical strategies to navigate the intricacies of procurement. Be inspired, empowered, and prepared to take your business to new heights. Register now to seize this opportunity for growth and collaboration!
In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, securing government contracts presents a lucrative opportunity for companies of all sizes. However, the path to success in government contracting can be daunting and complex. That's why establishing robust connections and partnerships with government agencies and industry peers is crucial. These relationships provide access to valuable insights, best practices, and regulatory knowledge, while also facilitating strategic collaborations that enhance contract-winning capabilities. Whether you're a fledgling startup or a seasoned corporate player in the government contracting arena, nurturing these connections can yield significant short- and long-term dividends.
Join us at the City of Chicago’s in-person 2024 Procurement Symposium, featuring stimulating discussions and a unique platform for business owners to showcase their enterprises at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Whether actively pursuing government contract opportunities or simply exploring the potential, this outreach event promises to be a game-changer for your business. Connect with various government exhibitors and partners, exchange ideas, and forge mutually beneficial relationships. We're excited to welcome your participation in this enriching experience.
September 5, 2024
Malcolm X College | 1900 West Jackson Blvd
9AM to 3PM | Doors at 8:30AM
K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R
Ann McNeill
President
MCO Construction & MCO Consulting
F R E E P R O G R A M M I N G I N C L U D E S
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P R O G R A M M I N G I T I N E R A R Y
A U D I T O R I U M
| SPECIAL PRESENTATION
A Symphony of Inclusive Impact | Edith Yokley, Violinist at Chicago Sinfonietta
| WELCOME ADDRESS
Sharla Roberts, Chief Procurement Officer
Chicago Department of Procurement Services
| OPENING REMARKS
| KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Moving Your Business to the Next Level
Ann McNeill, President of MCO Construction and Services Inc.
| CHICAGO BULLS PRESENTATION
10:00 AM - 3 :00 PM | EXHIBITION HALL OPENS
(Hall will be closed until 10:00 AM).
| Connecting Communities through Funding Capital – U.S. Bank
Micae Brown, Assistant Vice President, Business Access Advisor
| Charting a Roadmap with the Small Business Administration
SBA Great Lakes Regional
| LEADERS ROUNDTABLE
Moderated By: Devorah Crable, President & CEO at MSD Global, LLC.
Chicago Mahogany Foundation | Sherman “Dilla” Thomas, Co-Founder
GMA Construction | Cornelius Griggs, President & CEO
Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA)
| Jacqueline “Jackie” Gomez, Executive Director
The William Everett Group | Ellen Rozelle Turner, Founder & CEO
Onyx Strategic Partners | Claude Robinson, CEO
Airbransinc.com | John Wober, Principal
Chicago Public Schools | Teena Lorie Harris, Executive Director, Office of Business Diversity
B R E A K O U T S E S S I O N S
r o o m 1 1 0 1
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | BUILDING JOINT VENTURES USING THE MENTOR-PROTEGE PROGRAM
Alicia Garcia-Abner, President, Trinal, Inc., and Joseph Cohen, Partner at Fox Rothschild LLC
r o o m 1 1 0 2
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | DOING BUSINESS WITH THE CITY
Jana Williams, Assistant Procurement Officer
Department of Procurement Services
12:10 PM – 1:10 PM | HOW TO BECOME CERTIFIED
Cordell McGary, Senior Certification and Compliance Officer
Department of Procurement Services
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM | UNDERSTANDING THE JOC PROGRAM - GORDIAN
Michael Judd, Regional Director, Operations
Cristiane (Cris) Jobes Account Manager
Mid Lakes Region, Gordian
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM | WHAT IS COMPLIANCE?
Charles Coleman, Compliance Manager
Department of Procurement Services
r o o m 1 1 0 3
1:00 PM & 2:00 PM | TOOLBOX RESOURCES: NAVIGATING CAPITAL ACCESS FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
SomerCor | Kimberly Brisky, Managing Director of Communications and Engagement
JP Morgan Chase | Pamela Randle, V.P. Sr. Business Consultant, Minority Entrepreneur Initiative
Allies for Community Business | Chris Johnson, Senior Small Business Lender
BMO Bank N.A. | Ronald Milsap, Director, U.S. Zero Barriers to Business | Business Banking
Wintrust | Tracy Kelly, Vice President Relationship Manager, Community Banking
L I S T O F E X H I B I T O R S
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Allies for Community Business / ChiBizHub
Black Contractors Owners Executives Black Contractors United, Inc. BMO Bank Bush Infotech Group Chatham Business Association Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council Chicago Park District Chicago Public Schools Chicago Transit Authority Chicago Women in Trades City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) City of Chicago Department of Aviation City of Chicago Department of Animal Care & Control (ACC)
City of Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB)
City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) City of Chicago Department of Culutural Affairs & Special Events (DCASE)
City of Chicago Department of Fleet & Facility Mgmt (2FM) City of Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) City of Chicago Department of Human Resources (DHR) City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD)
City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS) City of Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) City of Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) City of Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) City of Chicago Office of Public Safety Administration (OPSA) City of Chicago Fire / Police / Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC) City Treasurer's Office (CTO)
Construction Cares / Communities Empowered Through Construction (CEC) Contractor Advisors Business Development Corp. Cook County Facilities Management Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways Cook County Office of the Chief Procurement Officer Cook County Office of Contract Compliance Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce
Elite SDVOC Network
Federation of Women Contractors |
Forest Preserves of Cook County |
We hope to see you there!
Please reach out to DPS.Feedback@CityofChicago.Org for any accommodation needs.