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Empower Stats!
Empower has been working hard… Over the past 6 months, our mentoring program has blossomed; we’ve been able to help so many Small Businesses! Since…
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Stats for Small Businesses
IL Small Businesses, Did you Know…. Did you know that according to the Illinois Small Business Association, a bit over 98% of the businesses within…
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Governor Pritzker Signs HB 2296 into Law
Governor Pritzker Signs HB 2296 into Law! Small businesses have been crushed by the escalating costs of health insurance. The SBAC championed legislation focused on…
Read MoreReduce Recidivism and Grow the Workforce
HB 3418 FACT SHEET Read H.B. 3418 Labor shortage requires unconventional hiring… Expand JPMorgan says labor shortage requires unconventional hiring, including people with criminal records…
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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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