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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!

SBAC Business Supporters and up also have the opportunity to showcase their business on SBAC social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) by providing SBAC staff with their preferred content.

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!

Insights Archive

FY2025 Chicago Budget Hearing Schedule

By patti@sbacil.org | November 21, 2024

SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE COMMITTEE ON THE BUDGET & GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS FY2025 Budget Hearing Schedule – Amended Nov 14, 2024 6th Amended Agenda Amended Nov 14, 2024 Download Schedule NOVEMBER Wednesday, November 13th at 10AM NO COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, November 14th at 10AM NO COMMITTEE MEETING Friday, November 15th at 10AM Chicago Police Department Saturday, November…

Majority of City Council Members Endorse the Chicago Small Business Package 

By patti@sbacil.org | November 20, 2024

Download Press Release SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE NOVEMBER 20, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Patti Zikmund // 773-459-3301 // patti@sbacil.org Elliot Richardson // 312-548-8608 // elliot@sbacil.org Majority of City Council Members Endorse the Chicago Small Business Package The Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC), in collaboration with a robust and diverse coalition of 37 organizations, has secured 30 aldermanic endorsements for…

5/3 Bank – Insights

By Nic | November 15, 2024

5/3 Bank – Insights We all need more “Insight” into what makes a business successful and how to get there. We are proud to highlight our partner, 5/3 Bank, and their professional insight into achieving financial success. Follow this link to view all of 5/3 Bank’s Insights or view snippets of the three most relevant…

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