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AURORA ALLIANCE LUNCH & LEARN

In 2025, the Aurora Regional Economic Alliance is proud to offer Lunch & Learns, a series of business seminars that will feature a range of local speakers, offering insights and expertise on various business-related topics.

Attendees will enjoy lunch and refreshments at these informative sessions, which are designed to foster learning and networking opportunities within the business community.

February Lunch & Learn
In celebration of Black History Month, join us in February for a talk by Sherman Jenkins on the history of the Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce (QCAACC), now part of the Aurora Regional Economic Alliance. Sherman also will share excerpts from his upcoming book, which explores the vital role African Americans played in shaping Aurora, Illinois, during its early years.

Our Featured Speaker: Sherman Jenkins
Sherman Jenkins, President of SLJ Communications, is experienced in the field of online media, economic development, public relations, and corporate relations for municipal, corporate, and non-profit organizations. In each endeavor, as a leader, innovator, motivator, and mediator, Sherman's skills have helped companies and municipalities connect with minority communities through online media publications. He has provided advertising opportunities to minority firms in online media publication, helped companies attract and retain companies, raised millions of dollars for new projects and programs, and created award-winning public relations and marketing campaigns.