About Community Collective

Community Collective

Community Collective is a networking organization committed to connecting young professionals and entrepreneurs from different communities.  Distinguishing us from other professional groups, we provide unique and memorable experiences while ensuring attendees find value at every event.

Since launching, over 3,000 people have registered to attend various Community Collective events.  Our growth strategy embraces relationships with other entities, such as the City of Aurora, Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, Women’s Business Development Center, Naperville Community Television, along with various nonprofit organizations.  In addition to our business networking events, we partner with organizations to offer educational workshops and community events.

Our Mission

Bring young professionals and entrepreneurs together through education and community engagement to build connections.

Our Vision

Our vision is to unite local communities to empower them to thrive and collaborate.

Leadership Team

Contact our dedicated team for event details, networking ideas and sponsorships

Brandon Lyon

Brandon Lyon

Founder of Community Collective

Kaylee Garcia

Kaylee Garcia

Director of Community Engagment

Deepti Srivastava

Deepti Srivastava

Director of Networking Events

Paloma Holloman

Paloma Holloman

Director of Community Women Empowered

Tatiana Hart

Tatiana Hart

Program Coordinator

Our Premier Event Locations

500 Station Luxury Apartments

500 Station Apartments
675 Station Blvd
Aurora, IL 60504

Fox Valley Mall

Fox Valley Mall
195 Fox Valley Center
Aurora, IL 60504

Tapville Social

Tapville Social
195 Fox Valley Center
Aurora, IL 60504

Metro 59 Apartments

Metro 59 Apartments
1016 Station Blvd
Aurora, IL 60504

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The future of business networking in the greater Chicagoland area.