We want to ensure you are getting the MOST out of your membership at the SBAC. As a member-driven organization, YOU are our top priority,
Want to know how to maximize your membership investment?
- Get involved and join us one Tuesday for our policy committee!
- Come join us at our Golf outing!
- Update your information in the SBAC Business Directory so others can find you easily!
- Check out our calendar to keep up to date on events and where you can participate!
And if you have any questions, we are here to help you. Reach out to Sara at any time.
Our member benefits chart below shows what's available to you at your membership level:
Our Member Portal is the best place to find information on current SBAC advocacy initiatives, events, member-to-member deals, and more 24/7.
Please take a look at the tutorial below to learn how to best utilize the Info Hub:
Our SBAC Member Directory, which is available on both the Info Hub and main website, includes listings from all of our SBAC Business Supporters, Promoters, and Partners. Take a moment to update your listing and get in touch with fellow SBAC members!
The Info Hub is also available through the SBAC MemberPlus App for on-the-go convenience!
If you have any questions regarding your membership or how to utilize your benefits, please reach out to an SBAC staff member at any time!
The Delta Variant and the Small Business Community
The small business community was increasingly optimistic this summer. The pandemic was waning, restrictions disappeared and customers were coming back in droves. Vaccinated individuals gathered without masks. While many businesses struggled to find qualified employees, their prospects for recovery looked good. Then the Delta variant came and COVID cases started to significantly increase. That optimism…
The Back to Business Grant Program
Supporting Struggling Small Businesses The pandemic and Covid-19 mitigations began inflicting immense damage to many small businesses in March of 2020. Thousands of small businesses initially applied for Illinois Business Interruption Grants. While these grants helped some small businesses, approximately 80% of eligible small businesses which applied were not awarded a grant. Subsequently, Illinois received…
SBAC Advocacy Newsletter 8.13.21
Dear Small Business Advocates, We understand that the Delta variant is causing increasing concern and uncertainty for the small business community. Â Rest assured, we will continue fighting for policies that proactively address the challenges presented by the resurgence of the pandemic. Click on the link below to read more on our work on: Back to…
