5th Annual Airport Small Business Summit and Job Fair

Join us for the 5th Annual Airport Small Business Summit and Job Fair! This incredible event connects small businesses with aspiring job seekers looking to dive into the aviation industry.

📍 Location: 1213 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607-5025, United States

🗓️ Event Highlights:

• Small Business Summit (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM):
  Gain insights into new business opportunities and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) & Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) programs. Network with peers!
  Sessions Include:

  • Navigating the DBE and ACDBE Programs Post-recertification
  • Concessions 101
  • Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) RFP Overview

• Job Fair (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM):
  Connect with hiring businesses and organizations while participating in skill-building workshops that can help secure your next role!
  Workshops Include:

  • Featured Session: Aviation Career Pathway Partnership Session (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM)
  • 5 Tips for Landing Your Next Job
  • Resume Writing Workshop
  • Interview Skills 101

On the Exhibit Hall floor, engage directly with various vendors, including City Departments, Airlines, Cargo Operators, and more!

👉 Registration is now open! Make sure to secure your spot by completing your registration here. Note: Marking yourself as “interested” on social media does not register you for the event.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enhance your career and grow your business! 🎉