Small Business Expo

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The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection brings free business resources to the community for new and existing entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business in the City of Chicago through the Small Business Expo Series. The series of expos occur at different citywide locations and online. They offer business resources such as City of Chicago business licensing consultants, tax clinic, financial advisors, workshops, professional headshots, networking and much more.


Chicago Remote Small Business Expo
Thursday, March 27th 
9:00 am - 12:30 pm

AGENDA

9:00 am-9:15 am

     Welcome Address

9:15 am – 10:15 am

     Panel 1: Maximizing Government Resources For Your Business

10:20 am – 11:20 am

     Panel 2: Show Me the Money! Funds at the Local Level

11:25 am-12:30 pm

     Keynote Address: Brenda M. Palms, LLC President & CEO, Bee Love 

BACP SMALL BUSINESS EXPO SERIES HELPS YOU:

  • Gain industry expert insights.
  • Be inspired and find answers.
  • Learn actionable strategies.
  • Get access to resources.
  • Meet like-minded entrepreneurs.
  • Expand professional network.


WHAT PAST EXPO ATTENDEES HAVE TO SAY:

“I learned a lot, very enlightening, I enjoyed the workshops. So many resources I didn't have a clue about. Thank you for the invite.”

“The expo was my first and it was very informative to me, and I would love to attend another expo. Thanks!”

“I would love to attend another event in the future, this was very well organized and the representatives working did a fantastic job. Thank you. The location was also excellent.”

“This was my first time attending and was very motivated. The keynote speaker and the representative at the tables visited was full of wisdom and willing to provide great information.”


Thank you to our 2025 Expo Series Sponsors:

Thank you to our 2025 Expo Series Partners: