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Professionals Group

Looking to get involved at the Alliance Française, expand your network, and build your professional skills while having fun?

The Alliance Française Professionals Group (AFPG) is a peer-driven group that supports the mission of the Alliance Française de Chicago through fundraising, community involvement, and networking opportunities.

Interested in joining us? Be sure to review the criteria for membership and express your interest here or reach out to us at [email protected].

Executive Committee

President, Advisor to the Board of Directors:
Jess Quilling

Members:
Alexandra Hunt
Franco Lopez
Julia Luscombe
Salvador Maldonado
Lauren Odom
Genevieve Severini

What We Do

Create Valuable Networks

Participate in networking and relationship-building opportunities and events with other AF leaders, including the Board of Directors and Woman’s Board.

Build Professional Experience

Build new skills by taking on leadership roles within the group, all while contributing to one of Chicago’s oldest cultural institutions.

Project Management & Event Planning

Organize some of the Alliance’s marquee annual events, such as the Bastille Day celebration. Keep scrolling to learn about our 2024 celebration!

Bastille Day 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Our Bastille Day celebration on July 13, 2024, was an absolute hit, drawing over 300 guests of all ages to join in the festivities at the Alliance Française de Chicago.

From a delightful daytime filled with family activities to an exciting evening powered by a live DJ and classic French bites provided by La Grande Boucherie Chicago, there was something for everyone!

Guests were treated to refreshing cocktails crafted with Grey Goose, Citadelle Gin, and Planteray Rum, thrilling waiters’ races, and, of course, the return of Nougat of Chicago serving their mouthwatering crêpes.

The day was filled with laughter, culture, and joy in our bijoux courtyard. Don’t miss out on the next fête on July 12, 2025!

Rejoignez-nous !

Interested in Joining the AFPG?

Membership Criteria

Alliance Française Professionals Group (AFPG) membership criteria:

  • 21-50 years old at the time of joining
  • Maintain active Alliance Française de Chicago membership.
    Not a member? Don’t worry, you can become one here!
  • Interest in Francophone culture (Ability to speak French not required!)
  • Commitment to further the mission and reach of the Alliance Française
  • Willingness to contribute (skills, time, donations) to the Alliance Française and the AFPG

Connect with us using the form below, and an AFPG member will reply with more information and next steps!

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