Are you ready to take your small business idea from concept to reality? Join us at Yorktown Center for Roadmap to Retail! In partnership with the Illinois Small Business Development Center and Fifth Third Bank this event will connect you with expert resources real-world insights and retail opportunities to set you up for success—just in time for the holiday shopping season.
What to Expect:
Networking & Refreshments – Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and business experts.
Presentation & Q&A – Learn how Yorktown Center supports small businesses with flexible leasing options incentives and access to valuable local resources from the Illinois Small Business Development Center and Fifth Third Bank.
Opportunities Tour – Explore available retail options kiosks and specialty leasing opportunities at Yorktown Center.
Incentives:
All attendees will be entered to win one of these prizes:
Half-off first month's RMU rent with a 3-month commitment
A free tabling at 11/29 or 12/13 Small Business Saturday Pop-Up Market
Takeaway Materials Provided:
Yorktown Center leasing application and brochure
College of DuPage Business Development Center resources
Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday October 15 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 9:45 AM
📍 Location: Yorktown Center Work Lounge (located on the Upper Level in Center Court) 203 Yorktown Center Lombard IL
Agenda:
8:00 – 8:30 AM | Networking & Refreshments
8:30 – 9:00 AM | Presentations + Q&A
9:00 – 9:45 AM | Opportunities Tour
Who Should Attend:
Entrepreneurs ready to start a retail business
Independent business owners looking to grow
Anyone curious about launching a storefront kiosk or market concept
