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WBENC LIFT in the Community, brought to you by Fifth Third Bank, is coming to the Chicago area! This in-person event is your essential resource for securing capital and achieving your business goals.

Hear success stories from women-owned businesses and discover how to access funding. Connect with leading capital providers and expand your network. This is an invaluable experience to meet with business leaders in-person to gain new insights on how to navigate the next steps in your capital journey.

Plus, don’t miss the chance to shop local small businesses! While you’re fueling your business goals at WBENC LIFT in the Community, immerse yourself in a vibrant pop-up experience featuring incredible businesses from the local area.

Additionally, be sure to board the Fifth Third Bank Financial Empowerment mobile “eBUS” starting at 11AM CT! This is an exciting opportunity to explore financial decisions, view your credit report, tax preparation and more!

Free and open to all!

Open to All / In-Person / No cost to attend

Event Details: WBENC LIFT in the Community – Chicago, IL | Get Funded and Grow

Schedule: Tuesday, September 9th, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Small Business Pop-Up & Continental Breakfast
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Get Funded and Grow Session & Panel
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Small Business Pop-Up, Fifth Third Bank “eBUS”, & Networking (Connect with local women-owned and small businesses, capital providers, and partners).

Address:
Fifth Third Bank
6111 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018

Parking Directions: Enter the campus from North River Road. The entrance to the parking structure will be immediately on your right—look for the Fifth Third logo at the entrance. The building is directly connected to the parking structure. Proceed to the front entrance from here to check-in (Click here for printable instructions).

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