Important Grow Grant Update
March 1, 2023 Thank you to all the businesses who applied for a Grow Grant. We appreciate your interest, your participation, and your patience in moving this program forward. Please find below important updates in our effort to bring more services and resources to you this year. Litigation was recently filed against the County regarding […]
Cook County: Manufacturing Reinvented
Ready to take your business to the next level? On August 11, 2022, Cook County launched Manufacturing Reinvented, a $5 million grant program to support suburban Cook County manufacturers. This program reimburses manufacturers for implementation of projects designed to improve productivity, develop future leaders, train your workforce, and grow your business. The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center’s expert advisors will work one-on-one […]
The Escape Factor
Dexter Cura, co-owner of The Escape Factor in Forest Park, IL, shares his best advice for business owners: Don’t be afraid to ask for help. You can find mentors, support and connections in many places, including the Cook County Small Business Source. Dexter Cura, The Escape Factor in Forest Park, IL SIGN UP FOR BUSINESS […]
Inductor of Healing
Shortly after beginning his business, Inductor of Healing, Malike Ayouba signed up to receive business advising. He was able to gain invaluable guidance in how to best develop and market his business. He accredits his successful journey to the skills he learned through the Cook County Small Business Source. Malike Ayouba, Inductor of Healing in […]
Moreno’s Shoe Repair
Ernesto Moreno signed up for business advising from Cook County Small Business Source to help grow his family business, Moreno’s Shoe Repair in Berwyn. Through the program, he also learned about available grants and received assistance with marketing. Best of all, Moreno knew he wasn’t facing his business challenges alone. “I was able to go […]
The Berwyn Shops Launch
Congratulations to our partners at the Berwyn Development Corporation for launching Berwyn Shops, a new business incubator supported by the Cook County Small Business Source. The Berwyn Shops, features 12 women-owned (11 Latina-owned) 12’x15’ cottage-style shops and provides vendors with the necessary support to operate a small business: a storefront, business education, promotion and resources. Located […]
Allies for Community Business Loan Opportunity
Take advantage of our discounted 3% interest rate by applying for a small business loan today! This special offer will apply to all applications received by June 30, 2022. Applications received on July 1, 2022 or after will be subject to our standard 9% interest rate. This one-year promotion in response to the pandemic was […]
Cook County Small Business Source Launch
The Cook County small business community thanks President Toni Preckwinkle along with Cook County Commissioners Frank Aguilar, Alma Anaya, Kevin Morrison, and Xochitl Flores, Chief of the Bureau of Economic Development, for their efforts in establishing the Cook County Small Business Source. The program will directly connect small business owners with expert guidance and support […]
Webinar Series: State of Illinois’ Child Care Grant
Join our webinar series to learn more about the State of Illinois’ Strengthen and Grow Childcare Grants Provided by the State of Illinois, these new grants give licensed and eligible childcare centers access to quarterly funding to help maintain and grow operations. As the Cook County Small Business Source has worked with childcare providers interested in […]
UP CLOSE | Small Business Spotlight
UP CLOSE | Small Business Spotlight Meet Aida Flores and Eduardo Duarte of Total Nutrition Belmont LLC 5550 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 757-4420 How long have you been in business? I started in 2008 learning about wellness and maintaining healthy habits, being proactive and changing my eating habits and doing this […]
