We finished the week with speaker and mentor Dallas Knack, who is the newest director of the Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce. Dallas discussed her experience as a college student, including her summer in France studying abroad. Her career includes owning her own business, doing freelance work, and now running the chamber. She ended the session with giving the students a tik tok challenge to promote the CEO program to future students.
When:
Wed, Sep 18, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Stahr Media, 117 W 2nd St, Rock Falls, IL 61071, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 18, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Sep 19, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 20, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
United Way of Lee County, 98 S Galena Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 20, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Mon, Sep 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Mon, Sep 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Tue, Sep 24, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Tue, Sep 24, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Locust St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Dixon Family YMCA, 110 N Galena Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 5th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
Kevin, Wyatt, Macie, and Ryan are the board representatives
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
When:
Thu, Sep 26, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street, 87 S Hennepin Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Sep 26, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Build-A-Pet Clubhouse, 502 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
Park behind Grummerts Hardware in <b>municipal spots.</b>
When:
Fri, Sep 27, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 27, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Mon, Sep 30, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Sep 30, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Tue, Oct 1, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Rd, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Oct 2, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Oct 2, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 3, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 3, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sterling Main Street, 15 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 4, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 4, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Oct 7, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Tue, Oct 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Description:
Wear close-toed shoe (no heels) and pants for this manufacturing tour.
When:
Wed, Oct 9, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Regional Office of Education #47, 2214 E 4th St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 10, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 5th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
conference room
When:
Thu, Oct 10, 8:00AM - 11:00AM
Where:
Bureau Valley High School, 9154 County Rd 2125 N, Manlius, IL 61338, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 11, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Fri, Oct 11, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
Description:
We will meet in the Dillon mall with all mentors and mentees. Think of this as professional mingling, as it will be a time for everyone to visit and network before students make their final selections on who they’d like as their mentor. A light breakfast will be provided for everyone.
When:
Mon, Oct 14
When:
Thu, Oct 17, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Kitchen Incubator of NW Il, 1741 Industrial Dr, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 18, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
Description:
<table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>CASEY CAPUANO SARAI</strong></p><p><em>Co-Founder, CAKES Body</em></p><p>Casey Capuano Sarai co-founded <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFJ3K" target="_blank"><u>CAKES body,</u></a> a multi-million dollar, high-growth start-up dedicated to reinventing the traditional bra while supporting women’s health causes. What started as a simple innovation on the traditional bra pads quickly went viral on social media and illuminated a much bigger opportunity – to disrupt the bra industry altogether.</p><p>In 2022, Casey & her sister started <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFJ3K" target="_blank"><u>CAKES body</u></a> with only $10,000, no employees, no investors & no social media following. Since then, the company has appeared on Shark Tank, secured an investment from Good American and SKIMS co-founder Emma Grede, is valued at over $100M, and has donated over $1M to women’s health causes.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>
When:
Wed, Oct 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Ifh Group, 3300 E Rock Falls Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Wed, Nov 6, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
Description:
We will meet in the theatre room inside Dillon Mall (1M01)
When:
Fri, Nov 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Fri, Nov 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Nov 11
When:
Wed, Nov 13, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Grace Center, Sterling, IL
When:
Fri, Nov 15, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
Description:
<p><strong>KATIE CLARK</strong></p><p><i>Founder, <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFKnm" target="_blank"><u>Katie Clark Co.</u></a></i></p><p>Katie Clark is a passionate entrepreneur and content creator who founded her fine jewelry company,<a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFKnm" target="_blank"><u> Katie Clark</u></a>, in 2023. With a background in content creation on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Katie brings her creativity and passion to her jewelry designs.<br></p><p>Inspired by sentimental moments and a desire to connect with others, Katie creates unique, meaningful pieces that resonate with her customers. Her dedication to her work is evident in her commitment to providing exceptional, personalized service. Beyond her business ventures, Katie is a devoted mother who values spending quality time with her family.<br></p>
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When:
Wed, Sep 18, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Stahr Media, 117 W 2nd St, Rock Falls, IL 61071, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 18, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Sep 19, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 20, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
United Way of Lee County, 98 S Galena Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 20, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Mon, Sep 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Mon, Sep 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Tue, Sep 24, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Tue, Sep 24, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce, 211 Locust St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Dixon Family YMCA, 110 N Galena Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 5th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
Kevin, Wyatt, Macie, and Ryan are the board representatives
When:
Wed, Sep 25, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
When:
Thu, Sep 26, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street, 87 S Hennepin Ave, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Sep 26, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Build-A-Pet Clubhouse, 502 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
Park behind Grummerts Hardware in <b>municipal spots.</b>
When:
Fri, Sep 27, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Sep 27, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Mon, Sep 30, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Sep 30, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Tue, Oct 1, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Rd, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Oct 2, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Wed, Oct 2, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 3, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 3, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sterling Main Street, 15 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 4, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
RRCA Accounts Management Inc, 201 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 4, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sinnissippi Centers, 325 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Oct 7, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Tue, Oct 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Description:
Wear close-toed shoe (no heels) and pants for this manufacturing tour.
When:
Wed, Oct 9, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Regional Office of Education #47, 2214 E 4th St, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Thu, Oct 10, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 5th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
Description:
conference room
When:
Thu, Oct 10, 8:00AM - 11:00AM
Where:
Bureau Valley High School, 9154 County Rd 2125 N, Manlius, IL 61338, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 11, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Fri, Oct 11, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
Description:
We will meet in the Dillon mall with all mentors and mentees. Think of this as professional mingling, as it will be a time for everyone to visit and network before students make their final selections on who they’d like as their mentor. A light breakfast will be provided for everyone.
When:
Mon, Oct 14
When:
Thu, Oct 17, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Kitchen Incubator of NW Il, 1741 Industrial Dr, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 18, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
Description:
<table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>CASEY CAPUANO SARAI</strong></p><p><em>Co-Founder, CAKES Body</em></p><p>Casey Capuano Sarai co-founded <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFJ3K" target="_blank"><u>CAKES body,</u></a> a multi-million dollar, high-growth start-up dedicated to reinventing the traditional bra while supporting women’s health causes. What started as a simple innovation on the traditional bra pads quickly went viral on social media and illuminated a much bigger opportunity – to disrupt the bra industry altogether.</p><p>In 2022, Casey & her sister started <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFJ3K" target="_blank"><u>CAKES body</u></a> with only $10,000, no employees, no investors & no social media following. Since then, the company has appeared on Shark Tank, secured an investment from Good American and SKIMS co-founder Emma Grede, is valued at over $100M, and has donated over $1M to women’s health causes.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>
When:
Wed, Oct 23, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Ifh Group, 3300 E Rock Falls Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071, USA
When:
Fri, Oct 25, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Wed, Nov 6, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
Description:
We will meet in the theatre room inside Dillon Mall (1M01)
When:
Fri, Nov 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
When:
Fri, Nov 8, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021, USA
When:
Mon, Nov 11
When:
Wed, Nov 13, 7:50AM - 9:20AM
Where:
Grace Center, Sterling, IL
When:
Fri, Nov 15, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
Description:
<p><strong>KATIE CLARK</strong></p><p><i>Founder, <a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFKnm" target="_blank"><u>Katie Clark Co.</u></a></i></p><p>Katie Clark is a passionate entrepreneur and content creator who founded her fine jewelry company,<a href="https://midlandinstitute.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~GDHJFmd750r-t65W.Vt3XAji_Ekw~hjY8HKJIOh5X3._Ey.0.Nw2o2li_Xxnuc4bHfFKnm" target="_blank"><u> Katie Clark</u></a>, in 2023. With a background in content creation on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Katie brings her creativity and passion to her jewelry designs.<br></p><p>Inspired by sentimental moments and a desire to connect with others, Katie creates unique, meaningful pieces that resonate with her customers. Her dedication to her work is evident in her commitment to providing exceptional, personalized service. Beyond her business ventures, Katie is a devoted mother who values spending quality time with her family.<br></p>
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