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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SUCCEED |
Connect and collaborate with peers, leaders, and innovators across the F&B industry.
Scale your business with the help of vetted co-packers, co-manufacturers, and service providers in our members-only directory.
Reach our audience of 30,000 industry professionals and position your brand alongside Chicagoland’s top F&B companies. |
Enjoy discounts, early event access, and special offers geared towards growing your business.
Stay ahead with members-only educational resources, the latest industry news, and in-person learning opportunities.
Unlock new ways to leave your mark on the F&B industry by leading webinars, co-hosting events, and promoting thought leadership within our network. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
* Presented in Partnership with AON* OCTOBER 29 | 12 P.M. Learn how to protect your business ahead of a food safety incident. This expert panel will cover how your risk, communications, and food safety teams can coordinate before a crisis, rather than during one. REGISTER |
CPA & CFBN Reception at PLMA MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16 | 6 - 8 P.M. Join CFBN and the CPA at PLMA for an evening of industry insights and networking. Hear practical perspectives on building stronger brand and manufacturing partnerships, from selecting the right partners to navigating challenges and achieving long-term success. |
HELP US MAKE A BIGGER IMPACT JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST FOOD INSECURITY IN CHICAGOLAND. Bigger Table was created with a simple idea: when you have more than you need, you build a bigger table. Food ingredients shouldn’t stay in a warehouse. Instead, we turn those ingredients into food made directly for food banks, who give them to those who can benefit the most. |
WHAT MEMBERS ARE SAYING... |
CFBN offers an incredible opportunity to learn, network, and engage with the food and beverage community in Chicago. It's a diverse group of big-company CPG leaders as well as entrepreneurs and startup founders looking to contribute in many ways to the ecosystem.” Amy Dordek Dolinsky |  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 |
CFBN has been a great way to meet people in the food and beverage industry and learn about how different organizations are dealing with the ever-changing market and operating environment.” James Pfeiffer |
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