Latin@ Economic Summit



Add to Calendar 9:30 AM 7/23/20261:00 PM America/Chicago Latin@ Economic Summit

This July, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in collaboration with the Latinx Business Colectivo will be hosting the 4th Annual Latin@ Economic Summit. Join Illinois Latino business leaders, innovators, and other aspiring entrepreneurs for a day of networking and connection.

Make sure to register and secure your spot!


This event:

  • Is open to the public
  • Is bilingual with simultaneous translations.
  • Is free to attend, and parking is available onsite.

Agenda:

  • Registration & Sign-in
  • Welcome Remarks
  • Exciting Éxito
  • Keynote
  • Plenary: Creative Strategies to Drive Foot Traffic and Boost Revenue

We’ll explore strategies that are driving foot traffic, looking at everything from optimizing your business profile online and leveraging social media to partnering with neighborhood businesses, hosting events, and creating an in-store experience. Then we’ll dive into the sales side, looking at how those strategies can lead to revenue growth.

East Aurora High School
500 Tomcat Lane
Aurora, IL 60505

Date and Time
Thu, July 23, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Location
East Aurora High School
500 Tomcat Lane
Aurora, IL 60505
Website

https​:​/​/dceo​.illinois​.gov​/oe3​/events​/latinx-summit-2026​.html...

Description

This July, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in collaboration with the Latinx Business Colectivo will be hosting the 4th Annual Latin@ Economic Summit. Join Illinois Latino business leaders, innovators, and other aspiring entrepreneurs for a day of networking and connection.

Make sure to register and secure your spot!


This event:

  • Is open to the public
  • Is bilingual with simultaneous translations.
  • Is free to attend, and parking is available onsite.

Agenda:

  • Registration & Sign-in
  • Welcome Remarks
  • Exciting Éxito
  • Keynote
  • Plenary: Creative Strategies to Drive Foot Traffic and Boost Revenue

We’ll explore strategies that are driving foot traffic, looking at everything from optimizing your business profile online and leveraging social media to partnering with neighborhood businesses, hosting events, and creating an in-store experience. Then we’ll dive into the sales side, looking at how those strategies can lead to revenue growth.



Contact Info
Diana.Alfaro@illinois.gov
  • Event Type
    Conference
  • Intended Audiences
    Employer Entrepreneur Business Workforce Partner

Latin@ Economic Summit
at
East Aurora High School

Thu, July 23, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

500 Tomcat Lane
Aurora, IL 60505


Add to Calendar 9:30 AM 7/23/20261:00 PM America/Chicago Latin@ Economic Summit

This July, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in collaboration with the Latinx Business Colectivo will be hosting the 4th Annual Latin@ Economic Summit. Join Illinois Latino business leaders, innovators, and other aspiring entrepreneurs for a day of networking and connection.

Make sure to register and secure your spot!


This event:

  • Is open to the public
  • Is bilingual with simultaneous translations.
  • Is free to attend, and parking is available onsite.

Agenda:

  • Registration & Sign-in
  • Welcome Remarks
  • Exciting Éxito
  • Keynote
  • Plenary: Creative Strategies to Drive Foot Traffic and Boost Revenue

We’ll explore strategies that are driving foot traffic, looking at everything from optimizing your business profile online and leveraging social media to partnering with neighborhood businesses, hosting events, and creating an in-store experience. Then we’ll dive into the sales side, looking at how those strategies can lead to revenue growth.

East Aurora High School
500 Tomcat Lane
Aurora, IL 60505