BACP’s Business Licensing Series: Shared Kitchen User

Virtual

Presented in partnership with the City of Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Learn about the Shared Kitchen User Licensing requirements for the City of Chicago, including how to apply, the required documents and inspections, frequently asked questions, and more.

Free

She Means Business: A Celebration of Women Entrepreneurs

Virtual

In honor of Women’s Small Business Month, join Small Business Majority and Women’s Economic Ventures for an insightful virtual event. Unveil the potential of financial empowerment as industry-leading guest speakers share invaluable insights and firsthand experiences. Engage in enlightening discussions, connect with valuable business resources, and network with like-minded women entrepreneurs. Elevate, empower, and get […]

Free

Evaluating Contract Manufacturers: How to Select and Collaborate with the Right Partner

Virtual

On average, it takes six months to a year for a brand to find a suitable manufacturer with the required capabilities and capacity to make your product, if at all. Contract manufacturing can offer numerous advantages, but it requires careful evaluation and considerations to ensure a successful and profitable partnership. This session will guide you […]

$10

Your Logo is Great, But How’s Your Brand?

Virtual

When you think of the word “brand”, it’s more than a logo, color, or name. Dive into the captivating world of brands that truly thrive! Forge deeper connections with your audience, amplify your business’s impact, and link emotions to your brand in powerful ways. Unconventional brand strategies that work Master customer, buyer, and investor communication […]

$10

Become a Costco Vendor

Virtual

Take your product to a regional, national, or global market with a brand like Costco Wholesale. Join Amy Becker to learn about the standards and benchmarks that your products must meet to become a supplier for a big-box, national retail and wholesale chain to secure large, new accounts.  About the Speaker: Amy Becker is the assistant General Merchandise Manager at Costco. Amy joined Costco Wholesale […]

$10

¿CÓMO EMPEZAR UN NEGOCIO EN ILLINOIS?

Virtual

¿Quieres comenzar un negocio y no sabes cómo? En este taller aprenderemos los pasos básicos para iniciar un negocio en Illinois, revisaremos los diferentes tipos de entidades legales recomendadas para negocios nuevos y realizaremos una auto-evaluación para ayudarte a reconocer tus fortalezas y debilidades. Este taller es sin costo y será virtual. ¡No te pierdas […]

Bridging the Capital Access Gap – Watch Party part 1

Virtual

Accessing capital requires entrepreneurs to understand and navigate their local lending landscape. Join us to better understand how you can help a business identify when and which loans to apply for, find the right lender to engage with and develop long-lasting relationships with lenders as an organization. Join LISC Chicago and Asante Yugen, consultant to […]

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