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Embrace the Spirit of Giving: Shop Local This Holiday Season

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The holiday season is upon us, and as we gear up for the festivities, there's no better way to spread joy than by supporting small businesses in our community. Chicago, with its vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, is home to a plethora of unique local shops, each offering a special touch to your holiday shopping experience.

To make your small business shopping experience even more delightful, Block Club Chicago has compiled the "Ultimate Guide to Shopping Local in Chicago for the Holidays in 2023." This guide is a treasure trove of unique and thoughtful gifts that showcase the talent and creativity of local artisans and entrepreneurs.

Explore the local businesses featured in Block Club Chicago's Small Business Gift Guide and discover the joy of giving back to the community that makes your holidays brighter.

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Recommendation for Legislation on Minority Contracting

By growthzone | November 9, 2020

Illinois has failed to ensure that Black owned businesses procure their fair share of government contracts and revenue from government projects. Loopholes must be closed and reforms be made now! Read the SBAC’s recommendations for legislation to reform the process. Read the Recommendations here

SBAC and Fifth Third Bank Present: Post Election Commentary by Jeff Korzenik

By growthzone | November 9, 2020

A Post Election Commentary Presented by: Jeff Korzenik Managing Director, Chief Investment Strategist,  Fifth Third Investment Management Group Discussion Points: Post-Election Policy and Market Implications Current State of the U.S. Economy: Differences and Similarities with Past Downturns The Impact of Monetary and Fiscal Intervention Health Risks and Unintended Consequences The Post Pandemic Economy: Disrupted Industries, Disrupted…

Graduated Income Tax Town Hall Recording 9/24/2020

By growthzone | November 9, 2020

The resounding success of our last Graduated Income Tax Town Hall has prompted the IACCE and SBAC to partner on a follow-up forum.  Ralph Martire and Leslie Munger returned to answer your questions about the proposed graduated income tax. Ralph Martire is the Executive Director for the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability and Rubloff Professor…

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