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job creation tax credit passes out of committee

Job Creation Tax Credit Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee

By patti@sbacil.org | March 21, 2025

SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee The small business community scored a big win when the Small Business Job…

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Phil Gafka – LEAP Coaching | Latest Blogs

By Nic | February 21, 2025

Blogs from Phil Gafka – LEAP Enterprises Phil Gafka of LEAP Coaching has long been a mentor with us here at SBAC Empower, and has…

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Byline Bank – Insights

By growthzone | February 13, 2025

Byline Bank’s Insights We all need more “Insight” into what makes a business successful and how to get there. We are proud to highlight our…

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PNC Bank – Insights

By Nic | February 12, 2025

Insights from PNC Bank We all need more “Insight” into what makes a business successful and how to get there. We are proud to highlight…

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Business Startup Kit

There is no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a small business. However, you can improve your chances of success with good planning and preparation.

City of Chicago - Small Business Center

Apply for a business license, renew a license, find upcoming small business education workshops

Neighborhood Revitalization Coalition (NRC)

NRC is a strong coalition of stakeholders who advocate for policies and initiatives to revitalize, empower and connect commercial corridors and neighborhoods.

Chicago United

Promotes multiracial leadership to advance parity in economic opportunity. Chicago United supports the business community’s need to maximize the use of corporate and entrepreneurial talent.

Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF)

The Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) program uses Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenues to help owners of commercial and industrial properties.

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