The Shortest Path to More Profit in Your Business

The Shortest Path to More Profit in Your Business

Revenue gets all the attention. But the fastest path to more profit is almost never more sales, it's strengthening what's already working in your business to grow it even more.

Most owners are sitting on thousands of dollars in recoverable growth and profit right now. It's buried in expenses, vendors, and time that's being spent on the wrong things.

Join Exit Factor of Chicago Downtown for a hands-on and immediately actionable session. You will walk out with a clear picture of where your profit is leaking, which levers move the needle fastest, and a short list of things you can do this week, without spending a dollar on marketing or adding a single new customer.

Join us for a case-based seminar followed by networking!

The seminar will be conducted by Exit Factor of Southwest Chicago owner Mike Bushell:

Mike Bushell is the Managing Director and Owner of Exit Factor of Chicago Southwest. For more than 20 years, he has helped organizations grow, transform, and execute critical business initiatives while partnering with small business owners through Fortune 100 companies. Today, he is passionate about helping entrepreneurs increase the value of the businesses they have worked so hard to build and prepare for a successful transition, whether that means selling, transferring ownership, or simply creating more freedom and options for the future.

Mike combines an MBA from DePaul University’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a background as a licensed Professional Engineer to bring a structured, analytical approach to business growth and value enhancement. Outside of work, Mike enjoys cooking and exploring the science behind great food through resources like America’s Test Kitchen and Serious Eats’ Food Lab.

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Date and Time

Wednesday Oct 7, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDT

Wednesday, October 7th
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Seminar starts at 9:00 AM followed by open networking
Light refreshments will be provided.

Location

The Guesthouse Hotel, 4872 N Clark St

Fees/Admission

This event is free for members of the Uptown, Lincoln Square Ravenswood & Westridge Chambers of Commerce. Space is limited, register to save your spot!

Contact Information

Uptown Chamber of Commerce
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