Chicago City Wire

The Airport Expo and Job Fair is set to be a pivotal event for jobseekers and entrepreneurs in Chicago, offering a platform for individuals eager to advance their careers within the city's airports. Scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm at the UIC Forum, this event is expected to draw a diverse pool of talent and opportunities.

Attendees at the expo will have the chance to engage with companies looking to fill positions at O’Hare and Midway airports. As highlighted in the event details, participants can expect to "FIND new contracting opportunities at O’Hare and Midway for your small business" and "INTERVIEW and APPLY for jobs with airlines, cargo operators, concessionaries, construction firms, security companies and more."

Moreover, the expo aims to provide valuable insights into the City of Chicago's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Attendees can "LEARN about the City of Chicago’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and how a certification can help your small business." The event will particularly benefit disadvantaged business owners looking to obtain certifications such as Disadvantaged Business Owned Enterprise (DBE), Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (VBE), and Business Enterprises Owned by People with Disabilities (BEPD).

In addition to networking opportunities, participants will also have the chance to "MEET the construction managers building the O’Hare and Midway of tomorrow," providing a glimpse into the future developments at these key airports.

The Airport Expo and Job Fair is open to jobseekers of all levels and small business owners seeking to navigate the intricacies of the airport business. Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with resumes, business cards, and their best elevator pitch for maximum impact.

For more information about the event and registration details, interested individuals can visit the official website at [flychicago.com/airportexpo](https://www.flychicago.com/airportexpo).