CHICAGO - Chicago Fire Soccer has announced the club's corporate business organization, the Chicago Fire Business Alliance, will hold its first event of the 2006 calendar year on Thursday, Apr. 20 with the "Business to Business Cocktail Reception" at Mama Luigi's Restaurant, located at 7500 S. Harlem Ave. in Bridgeview, IL. Fire President/CEO John Guppy and Jay Cooper, Vice President of Midwest Operations, AEG Facilities, are scheduled to attend the reception to speak to the CFBA constituency of the available business opportunities with both the Fire and Bridgeview Stadium, the team's new, 20,000-seat multipurpose stadium at the corner of 71st and Harlem in Bridgeview.
The Chicago Fire Business Alliance, a fully recognized member of the Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce, worked in conjunction with the Chamber to host the "Business to Business Cocktail Reception," featuring complimentary drinks and appetizers. Those who are interested in attending this business networking opportunity should RSVP to Fire Corporate Account Manager Meghan McMaster by phone at 312-705-7242 or via email at mmcmaster@chicago-fire.com by Friday, Apr. 14.
"With Chicago Fire Soccer about to begin its inaugural campaign in Bridgeview, the Chicago Fire Business Alliance also looks toward firming its roots within the Chicago Southland and the local business community," said Chicago Fire Corporate Sales Director Mike Beauvais. "Through special events such as cocktail receptions and business networking events, the CFBA grows its connection with the corporate community. I want to thank the Bridgeview Chamber and Mama Luigi's for providing a wonderful environment for next month's event, and I look forward to all current CFBA members attending."
The Chicago Fire Business Alliance was formed in 2005 to provide opportunities for large and small businesses alike to capitalize on the positive power of Chicago Fire soccer and the potential of Bridgeview Stadium to accomplish productive, like-minded business objectives. Through a variety of programs and assets, the CFBA presents simple, yet powerful business-building tools. With the Chicago Fire Business Alliance, local businesses can cultivate new relationships or strengthen existing ones, maintain strong employee relations, or reinforce its corporate standing within the community. For more information on the Chicago Fire Business Alliance please visit the "Tickets" section of www.Chicago-Fire.com and click on the Fire Business Alliance link.
About Chicago Fire Soccer
Chicago Fire Soccer was founded on October 8, 1997 as a Major League Soccer expansion team. The Fire won the MLS Cup in its inaugural season in 1998 and was crowned the champion of U.S. Soccer's national tournament, the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, in 1998, 2000 and 2003. In June 2006, the Fire will move into its 20,000-seat permanent, world-class home in Bridgeview, IL.
About Bridgeview Stadium
Opening in June 2006, Bridgeview Stadium is a multipurpose sport and entertainment venue located approximately 15 minutes southwest of Chicago. Serving as the permanent home of Chicago Fire Soccer of Major League Soccer and operated by AEG, the stadium will also feature a regular line-up of sporting, live entertainment, and special events.
