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🏁 Thank you to everyone who joined us for Dinner On The NASCAR Track! An unforgettable night of food & drinks by @sgwinespirits, right on the start/finish line of the Chicago Street Course. 🍽️🍷 Chicago Gourmet is powered by #InvescoQQQ (Invesco US)

Calling all restaurant operators! This Thursday, July 10 at 10 AM CT, join us, Paylocity and Cook County Small Business Source for our Business Advising Session, Cybersecurity Essentials for Restaurants: Protecting Your Business, Staff & Data. Register now at ow.ly/ENiu50WlI5y.

JOIN US! Be part of a powerful network that champions your business and the industry we serve. Bringing people and businesses together is what we do best. Don’t miss out—join us to build on this progress. To learn more and become a member, head to: illinoisrestaurants.org/page/membershi….

It’s not too late to join us, Paylocity and Cook County Small Business Source tomorrow, July 10 at 10AM CT for our Business Advising Session on Cybersecurity Essentials for Restaurants: Protecting Your Business, Staff & Data. 🔐💻 Register here: ow.ly/wrqK50Wnj3O.

🎉 The Taste of Chicago 2025 lineup is HERE! 🌮🍧 From local eats to can't-miss beats (ft. Lupe Fiasco, JoJo and Elvis Crespo), Chicago’s favorite food & music festival returns September 5–7 at Grant Park & Buckingham Fountain. 🎶 Full schedule here: ow.ly/OJgL50WnZUo.

Thinking about joining the IRA? Hear directly from Carmen Rossi, Owner of 8 Hospitality. Bringing people and businesses together is what we do best. Don’t miss out—join us. Click here to become a member: ow.ly/nHUY50Wo0xg.

Let’s talk about pork 🐷 On Wednesday, July 16 at 10 AM, join us, the Illinois Pork Producers Association and Cook County Small Business Source for our Business Advising Session, "Pork on the Menu: Flavor, Value & Trends" with Chef Charlie Torgerson. Register here: ow.ly/Nupu50Wo1P9.

It’s not too late to join us, the Illinois Pork Producers Association and Cook County Small Business Source on Wed, July 16 at 10 AM for our Business Advising Session, "Pork on the Menu: Flavor, Value & Trends" with Chef Charlie Torgerson. 🐷🥩 Register here: ow.ly/5lUb50WpC5A.

AI isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business tool. 🍽️ Join us and Cook County Small Business Source on Tues, July 22 at 10AM for “AI on the Menu: How Smart Restaurants Are Serving Innovation & Profit” with James D. Feldman, CSP (The AI Concierge™). Register here: ow.ly/aN4H50WqbHJ.

Sponsorships are still open for the 2025 IRA Golf Classic: Carnival on the Course, presented by Jose Cuervo Devil’s Reserve and DoorDash. 🎪🏌 📍 Wed, 8/6 🏌️‍♂️ St. Andrews Golf & Country Club 🎟 Click Here: ow.ly/LMM850WqSaV 📩 Contact Carmen at [email protected].

We are thrilled to welcome some of the newest members of the Illinois Restaurant Association! 🎉 ✨ Declan's Irish Pub ✨ Taquerias Atotonilco ✨ Tin Lizzie ✨ Herb Bringing People and Businesses Together is what we do best. Learn more here: ow.ly/6N1q50Ws8aP.

It’s not too late to join us and Cook County Small Business Source tomorrow, 7/22 at 10 AM, for our Business Advising Session: “AI on the Menu: How Smart Restaurants Are Serving Innovation & Profit” with James D. Feldman, CSP (aka The AI Concierge™) Secure your spot here: ow.ly/VAaB50WsXyt.

Two chefs. One unforgettable night. 🍽️ On Tuesday, July 29, Chef Mark Bolchoz and Chef Joe Flamm team up for Friends in Town dinner, where Charleston roots meet Croatian flavor, only at Rose Mary. 🔗 Reserve your spot today: ow.ly/Wa7R50WsYGe.

Learn how immigration law updates impact hospitality professionals ⬇️ Join us, Hinshaw Law and Cook County Small Business Source for a roundtable on how to protect your business and support employees. 📍 Moe's Cantina – River North 🗓️ Thurs, 8/14 at 10–11:30AM RSVP today: ow.ly/ElJ350Wtg7C.

We know the challenges of running a small business. That’s why we’re partnering with the Cook County Small Business Source to offer you expert business advising, all at no cost! Get started today—sign up here: ow.ly/qbW850WtgJE.

Let’s talk about tips with Cook County Small Business Source, Laner Muchin, Ltd., and Ahlbeck & Cook 💸 On Tuesday, July 29 at 10 AM, join us for our next Business Advising Session, “No Tax on Tips: What Hospitality Employers Need to Know.” Register here: ow.ly/ibc350WtCJE.

JOIN US! As an IRA member, gain expert insights, industry-leading resources and the tools you need to stay ahead. We’re here to educate, empower and elevate your business. Bringing people and businesses together is what we do best. Learn more here: ow.ly/xcFA50WtVFQ.

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