Dear Members of Innovation DuPage,
The ID Member Meetup is your pipeline for all information about Innovation DuPage!
Please join us this Wednesday (July 9th, 2025) in the Innovation DuPage Event Space - 535 Duane St. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 at 9:30 a.m. We will be featuring:
Member Spotlight: David Lung, Founder & CEO of NuCaffeine, and Michelle Gallardo, Marketing and Outreach Director, will share their entrepreneurial journey. NuCaffeine offers a clean liquid caffeine concentrate that lets users customize their energy without sugars, artificial additives, or crashes. Their pure caffeine solution mixes into any beverage, providing a healthier alternative to traditional energy drinks.
Member Resource: Ed Buckley will present information about Northern Illinois University's upcoming MBA Capstone Program this fall, where member companies can collaborate with Executive MBA student teams on strategic business planning projects.
Upcoming Events:
Makers and Shakers: Money Rewritten, 07.17: Join Melissa Villanueva, Entrepreneur in Residence and CEO of Brewpoint Coffee, for her latest event focused on financial management. Business leaders and expert panelists will share practical insights on managing finances, scaling operations, and building sustainable growth. Perfect for new ventures or established businesses looking to strengthen their financial foundation. July 17, 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Stage 119 in Elmhurst. Register here.
2025 Manufacturing Solutions Summit, 07.24: Explore the future of Illinois manufacturing with industry experts and business leaders. Discover
growth opportunities and learn how national labs and academic resources can drive business success. Connect with professionals and gain insights into innovation and manufacturing trends. July 24, 8:30-10:30 a.m. at College of DuPage's Student Resource Center. Register here.
Parking Reminder for ID Members
Please remember to use the 3rd and 4th floors of the Civic Center parking garage when using your ID member parking passes. Thank you for your cooperation!
As always, bagels and coffee will be served.
If you can’t make it in person, attend virtually though our Zoom Link
See you then!
Dan Facchini
Managing Director,
Innovation DuPage
- Signup to present at a future meetup HERE
- Find previous presentations & resources in the Member Portal