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Congrats to our Founder Scott Baskin!
DONATE Congrats Scott! Scott has been appointed to the Illinois Health Benefits Exchange Advisory Committee: a committee charged with helping implement the Illinois Health Benefits…
Read MorePhil Gafka – Insights & Blogs
Phil has been a mentor with us for a minute now and he’s always willing to help where there is need. Perhaps you joined us…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday
As we move into 2024, we would be honored to have you engaged with EMPOWER as one of our supporters. Thank you again for your…
Read MoreChicago Women’s Expo – Mentee Shelley Carrillo!
DONATE After submitting Shelley and her business for the Ultimate Women’s Expo, which has been running strong for now 30 years in Illinois and other…
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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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