Small Business Development Center provides training and technical assistance to new and existing small businesses, primarily on Chicago’s West Side and in the City of Chicago.

Monthly Training

We offer a variety of training and education opportunities, including workshops on starting a business in Illinois, marketing, financing, accounting, legal structure, taxes, technology, social media, and business planning. Workshops are generally led by professionals working in the topic area of focus.

Technical Assistance/Individual Counseling
• One-On-One Business Counseling
• Business Feasibility
• Market Research
• Financial Analysis
• Business Planning
• Loan Packaging for Business Loans
• Technology Assistance