Events for January
January Business Social
Join us for our first networking event of the new year at David Leonardis Gallery River North: the latest addition to the David Leonardis Art Galleries. David’s first gallery, David Leonardis Gallery Wicker Park has been a leader in the Wicker Park Gallery District for fifteen years.
Join us to make the River North addition a leading downtown landmark for Contemporary, POP, Folk Art, and Photography. DJ Richard Foster will be spinning. The exhibit will be Chris Peldo/Marc Hauser paintings and photography. Building an Art collection is easy if you know where and when to buy!
Complimentary to RNA Members; Non-Members $15
Email fannie@rivernorthassociation.com to make your reservation now!
"Financing To Take Your Business to the Next Level" Seminar
"Financing to Take Your Business To The Next Level" is geared to the needs of established entrepreneurial business owners, who have enjoyed a measure of success and are now looking to take their businesses to the next level.
Learn contemporary best practices from industry leaders, answering key questions such as:
What financial tools are available to small and mid-size business to help manage cash flow?
How can I shift personal financial responsibility to my business?
What steps can I take today to ensure my accountant is helping me plan for the future?
I know I will need an additional cash infusion in the future - what kinds of loans are available and how can I determine which best meets my needs?
SBA loans - do I qualify?
What are the minimum requirements for a business plan? What do I really need to present to a bank?
What free resources are available?
And more!
Featuring Expert Panelists From:
Banco Popular
Hagerty Grenis & Associates
National City Bank
New Century Bank
SEMINAR SCHEDULE:
7:30 - 8:00 Check In, Continental Breakfast& Informal Networking
8:00 - 8:15 Formal Networking Session
8:15 - 9:00 Panel Discussion
9:00 - 9:30 Q & A Session
Throughout 2007, RNA will be offering seminars highlighting the “Best Practices” businesses should be following to move forward and grow. Upcoming Seminars include:
Thursday, March 15 - Best Business Protections: Safeguarding Your Future. Advice on contemporary best practice legal safeguards, accounting practices and insurace coverages to consider for your growing business. Presented by RNA business experts Roger Philip Feldman & Co, Steven H. Jesser,Attorney at Law, State Farm Insurance Co. and Byrne, Byrne & Co.
Tuesday, May 22 - Creating an Exit Strategy: Structuring and Positioning Your Business for the Future. Tips on establishing your business as a viable and attractive enterprise from top business consultants The Constant Group, Hagerty Grenis & Associates and more!