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A Growing Industry
A Better Chicagoland

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Our Mission

Build a Platform for Access & Collaboration to Help Chicagoland to be recognized as “The Silicon Valley of Food & Beverage” based on its growth, ideas, diversity/inclusion, and strength and connectedness of industry in the region.

the Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network

CFBN is the premier platform for food and beverage professionals to connect, contribute, and transform the industry.

400+
Events Hosted

1200+
Members

60+
Organizations

20+
Partners

Why CFBN?


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Networking Opportunities

Collaborate and interact with other leaders and innovators from the local food & beverage industry and expand your professional network.

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Information & Education

We're your central source for the latest industry events, forums, news, and the only job board solely dedicated to Chicagoland’s food & beverage industry.

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Exclusive Perks & Events
Members enjoy exclusive benefits and perks, including discounts, early access to events, and special offers, all designed to help you save time and money.

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Brand Development
Increase your visibility and reach new audiences with access to leading edge practices, partners, and thinking on new technologies, new markets, and more.

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Community Impact
Play a role in building the economy, creating jobs, and making our neighborhoods better. We work together to create new opportunities for all.

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Industry & Co-packer Directory
Get connected with our exclusive directory, featuring a comprehensive list of Co-packers, businesses, and professionals in the industry. 

And much more! What are you waiting for?


What Members Are Saying

“Chicago’s reputation as a leader in the global food and beverage innovation and manufacturing sector is the result of many varied dedicated professionals who recognize what the Windy City has to offer. Until the Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network was formed, there was no organization where we could all come together to learn, share and strengthen Chicagoland’s ability to nourish and feed the world.”

-Joel Warady 
President, Catalina Crunch

“As a degreed food scientist and industry communicator, and a life-long resident of the city, 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. The entrepreneurs who share their stories do so to help others succeed. Together we make Chicago shine!”

-Donna Berry 
Food Scientist, Editor and Consultant

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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The Founders Series: February 26th, 2020
The Founders Series: February 26th, 2020
The Founders Series: February 26th, 2020



In the Spotlight

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Featured Blog Post:

INFLATION REDUCTION ACT: OPPORTUNITIES FOR MANUFACTURERS

CohnReznick is excited to share their newest piece of M&D thought leadership. This article highlights the opportunities available to manufacturers in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). 

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A SUMMER OF INNOVATION & OPPORTUNITY

Our friends at World Business Chicago continue to lend their unwavering support to Chicagoland and facilitate connections with the industry's most innovative corporations through their collaboration with the mayor's office, and we are excited to embrace the upcoming changes. 

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CFBN Forum

Check out our latest feature for connecting with other professionals and exchanging ideas - the CFBN Member Forum!



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