Social Enterprise 2025

Don't miss Social Enterprise 2025! Social Enterprise Chicago and the Cook County Commission on Social Innovation invite you to attend Social Enterprise 2025. Join us for breakfast and a morning of insightful discussions, networking, and learning from industry experts. Explore next step strategies for maximizing impact, sustainability, and discover innovative ways to strengthen your mission-driven initiatives. Network with like-minded changemakers and strategies for sustainable impact.

Welcome

• Commissioner Alma L. Anya, Chair Cook County Commission on Innovation
• Marc J. Lane , Pres. The Law Office of Marc J. Lane PC & Social Enterprise Chicago, Commissioner, Cook County Commission on Social Innovation

Keynote Address

• Walter Mendhall IV, Ex. Dr. Male Mogul Institute

Session I: Strategies for Social Enterprises & Innovation

• Harry Alston Jr., SVP, The Safer Policy Instititute, Roger Cooley, Ex. Dr., Chicago Food Policy Action Council, Commisioner, Cook County Commission on Social Innovation
• Rodger Cooley, Ex. Dr., Chicago Food Policy Action Council, Commisioner, Cook County Commission on Social Innovation

Session II: Discover Opportunities with Cook County

• Xochitl Flores, Bureau Chief, Bureau of Economic Development, Cook County Government
• Jessica Caffrey, Executive Director Cook County Land Bank Authority,

• Raffi Sarrafian, Chief Procurement Officer, Cook County Department of Procurement,

Session III: Explore Legal Structures of Mission Driven Organizations: 501C3 and B Corporations

• Marc J Lane, President, Jeremy Kritt, Atty., Law Offices of Marc J. Lane

This in-person event will take place at a central location, providing you with the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and expand your knowledge in various fields. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be a part of Social Enterprise 2025!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

University of Illinois Chicago, 1200 West Harrison Street, Chicago, United States