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ABOUT CFBN

Learn more about our unique mission.











OUR STORY

We launched in 2017 with a big mission: to drive innovation and growth in the Chicagoland food and beverage industry. We bring industry players together, provide a forum for collaboration, and better connect the thousands of F&B companiesthroughout the Midwest.

WHY CHICAGOLAND?

We launched in 2017 with a big mission: to drive innovation and growth in the Chicagoland food and beverage industry. We bring industry players together, provide a forum for collaboration, and better connect the thousands of F&B companies throughout the Midwest.

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OUR FOUNDING WAS MADE POSSIBLE 

thanks to a small group of funders and supporting organization


WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PEOPLE BEHIND CFBN? Meet our staff and Board of Directors

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN
THE FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY,
ALL IN ONE PLACE

From connections to insights, CFBN brings together the resources and relationships that move your business forward.

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WHAT MEMBERS ARE SAYING...

CFBN has been a great way for me to stay connected with the Chicagoland food industry! I value the opportunity to meet professionals across different parts of the industry, exchange ideas, and build relationships in a friendly setting.” 

Sebnem Karasu
KARASU CONSULTING, LLC 

As a young professional, I appreciate how open and welcoming the CFBN community is to individuals who are curious and eager to learn. The events, often in collaboration with leading industry organizations, have been extremely valuable in helping me better understand the U.S. market, exchange ideas, and build a meaningful professional network. It is a great opportunity to grow both as a person and as a professional, and to build lasting connections!” 

Matteo Pintus
GRADUATE STUDENT

I appreciate all of the contacts I have made by attending CFBN events that I never would have met elsewhere. This includes marketers, lawyers, financers, analysts, academia, designers, and more. Together we make Chicago shine!”

Donna Berry
FOOD SCIENTIST,
EDITOR & CONSULTANT

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Connecting, elevating, and empowering 
the food & beverage community across Chicago.

CONTACT
info@chicagolandfood.org
(312) 525-9653
   

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