8/13 Northwest Business Network Happy Hour: Big Crowd, Bigger Connections

We packed the house last night at CoCo & Blu in Arlington Heights—and the energy was unreal. Dozens of business owners and entrepreneurs showed up to connect, collaborate, and leave with actionable next steps for their businesses.
A Crowd as Diverse as the Conversations
Our attendees represented a wide range of industries, including finance, real estate, legal, marketing, tech, wellness, home services, nonprofits, and more. The mix made for fresh perspectives and smart cross-industry ideas—exactly what makes this community so valuable.
Attendee Spotlights
One of the highlights of the evening was our Attendee Spotlight segment, where three leaders shared who they serve and how they create value:
- Connie Catalano – Life Coach & Sales Specialist
http://www.conniejeancatalano.com - Neil Ekins – Vensure (HR Specialist)
http://www.empowerhr.com - Ilanna Fiorenza – Marykay Cosmetics
ilannafee@gmail.com
These spotlights sparked immediate follow-up conversations and made it easy to find the right people in the room.
Real Conversations, Real Partnerships
Beyond the intros and handshakes, we saw:
- Warm referrals traded on the spot
- Collaboration talks between complementary businesses
- Follow-up meetings booked for the coming weeks
It’s what we’re known for: genuine relationship-building that leads to real outcomes.
Thank You!
Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made the night such a success. 📸 Check out the photo gallery below—you might spot yourself making your next great connection.
Be at the Next One
If you missed this event, don’t miss the next. Join us for another high-impact evening of networking, great conversations, and meaningful connections. Grab your spot here: www.windycitybiz.net/events
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