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Executive Fellows Program

HACIA Executive Fellows will provide Black & Latinx Business Owners with the real-world tools and strategies needed to master fundamental management concepts related to company stability and growth. For 16 weeks, you will gain valuable insights through a series of 1-hour long one-on-one executive coaching sessions with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in Finance, Business Development, […]

Free

Sales Channel Growth and Management

The Hatchery 135 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Sales channel management is essential for sustainable growth and a competitive advantage. Learn from industry expert, Kelly Behr, on how to identify the right sales channels for your brand and how to drive products off shelves with a strong promotional plan and selling tool kit. This class will explore various sales channels, tips for working with distributors and […]

$10

Building a Future Narrative: Building a Financial Forecast – Part 4 of a 5-Part Series

QCDC 4210 S. Berkeley Avenue, Chicago, United States

In Part 4 of the Financial Management Series for Small Business Owners: Financial forecasting involves predicting a company’s financial future by examining historical trends and incorporating assumptions about the future. By having a forecast available, owners can better position the business to navigate good times and bad. Who Should Attend: Small business owners looking to […]

Free

SBIF Grant June 2024 Application Period Webinar

Online Event

SomerCor and the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development provide a comprehensive overview of the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) program. Grant funds can be used by small businesses and certain non-profits for permanent building improvements. Residential projects are not eligible. TIF Districts scheduled to open in June 2024: 119th/Halsted 47th/King Drive Chicago/Central […]

Free

Starting a Food Business

The Hatchery 135 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Follow your dreams of starting a food business with our help. Join Natalie Shmulik of The Hatchery and Cheryl Balough of Balough Law Offices to go through a food business checklist and make sure you structure your business correctly from the start. This class covers required licensing, certification, financing, and branding.  This event is free for residents of the West Side communities. Connect […]

$40

Financial Management & Analysis: Telling Your Story – Part 5 of a 5-Part Series

QCDC 4210 S. Berkeley Avenue, Chicago, United States

In Part 5 of the Financial Management Series for Small Business Owners: Join this workshop to learn the importance of drafting a compelling financial and business narrative that can be presented to investors, creditors, or employees. Who Should Attend: Small business owners looking to learn of the techniques commonly used by bankers and investors to […]

Free

SBIF Grant July 2024 Application Period Webinar

Online Event

SomerCor and the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development provide a comprehensive overview of the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) program. Grant funds can be used by small businesses and certain non-profits for permanent building improvements. Residential projects are not eligible. TIF Districts scheduled to open in July 2024: 24th/Michigan 71st/Stony Island Austin […]

Free

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