The Arab-American Business & Professional Association

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

Empowering women. Supporting dreams. Creating opportunities. 💗

ABPA’s emPOWER Grant Program helps women entrepreneurs take meaningful steps toward launching and growing their businesses.

Every contribution helps us continue investing in women, their ideas, and their futures.

✨ Be part of the impact. Donate to the emPOWER Grant Program today.

🔗 Donate: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-abpa-empower-network-and-grant-fundraiser

08/17/2026

Could the City of Chicago be your next customer?

If you've ever wondered how to sell your products or services to the City, this session is for you.

Hear directly from City procurement representatives as they explain:

• How to register as a vendor
• What it means to be procurement-ready
• How to prepare your business for contracting opportunities

📅 August 27
🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Seats are limited, so register today using the QR code on the flyer.

08/17/2026

🎈 Family fun starts here!

Taste of Little Palestine isn't just for food lovers; it's a festival the whole family can enjoy!

Bring the kids for a day filled with fun activities while you explore great food, live entertainment, and local shopping.

🌐 tasteoflittlepalestine.com

08/14/2026

🎉 Congratulations to ABPA Board Member Hussam Zayyad!

We are proud to recognize Hussam for being named one of Forbes and SHOOK Research’s Top Financial Security Professionals for the second consecutive year!

Hussam was also recognized among the 2026 Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals, ranking #82 in Illinois.

This achievement is a reflection of his continued dedication to serving families and business owners with thoughtful financial and wealth management guidance.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Hussam on this well-deserved recognition!

We are proud to have you as part of the ABPA Board, Hussam!

08/14/2026

Before there was a festival, there was a community.

Discover the family-owned restaurants, cafés, bakeries, markets, and local businesses that make Little Palestine so special.

Join us on October 3 and experience the culture, flavors, and community that inspired the Taste of Little Palestine Food & Family Fest.

📍 Stagg High School • Palos Hills, IL
🌐 TasteOfLittlePalestine.com

💬 Have you visited Little Palestine? Share your favorite spot below!

08/13/2026

Chicago contracting opportunities are waiting! 👀

Join us on August 27 to learn how to do business with the City of Chicago and position your business for new opportunities.

📅 August 27
⏰ 9:00 AM

Ready to go bid or go home? Register today!
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv0TjENAIxIrKxhTkxmirYZJG7rHt7u9_VcQrF75CTFfnl8w/viewform

08/12/2026

Little Palestine Got Talent

Experience the music, culture, and incredible talent that make Little Palestine so special.

📅 October 3
www.tasteoflittlepalestine.com

08/12/2026

Want to do business with the City of Chicago?

This is your opportunity to learn directly from City procurement representatives.
Join us for a Procurement Information Session and discover how to position your business for City contracting opportunities.

You'll learn how to:
✔ Register as a City vendor
✔ Become procurement-ready
✔ Navigate the City's procurement process
✔ Take the first steps toward competing for City contracts

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 City of Chicago
2 North LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL 60602

Register today by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.

08/11/2026

🍽️ Come hungry. Leave inspired.

Experience a day filled with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, live entertainment, local shopping, family activities, and the warm hospitality that makes Little Palestine so special.

Then continue the weekend on October 4 with the Welcome to Little Palestine Tour (separate registration required).

Ready to experience it all? Start planning your weekend today.

🌐 www.tasteoflittlepalestine.com