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Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce

The Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting business development in order to improve the quality of life of Woodlawn residents.

About

The Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting and supporting business development in order to improve the quality of life of Woodlawn residents. The Chamber is a business advocacy, education and support organization that works in partnership with its members, residents and local officials to increase economic development and competitiveness for the Woodlawn community. We seek business and residential input that informs development that will improve our neighborhood for residents across all socioeconomic levels.

Services Provided

Develop ideas

  • Establish goals (Specialty)
  • Define products
  • Price products
  • Create business plan
  • Create forecast

Formalize structures

  • Register legally
  • Secure licenses
  • Buy insurance
  • Buy or rent space
  • Certify as MBE/WBE

Find financing

  • Establish accounts
  • Manage books
  • Analyze needs
  • Apply for a loan
  • Apply for a grant
  • Evaluate equity

Increase sales

  • Update forecast
  • Improve marketing
  • Establish online
  • Develop partners
  • Update business plan
  • Join accelerator

Optimize operations

  • Measure operations
  • Write handbook
  • Prep for wholesale

Hire / retain staff

  • Write job specs
  • Draft staff manual
  • Implement payroll

Capture wealth

  • Update pitch deck
  • Meet investors
  • Seek legal counsel
  • Plan for succession
  • Sell your business
Contact Information
Loren Williams
Address
6429 S King Drive
Chicago, IL 60637