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We want to ensure you are getting the MOST out of your membership at the SBAC. As a member-driven organization, YOU are our top priority,

Want to know how to maximize your membership investment?

  • Get involved and join us one Tuesday for our policy committee!
  • Come join us at our Golf outing!
  • Update your information in the SBAC Business Directory so others can find you easily!
  • Check out our calendar to keep up to date on events and where you can participate!

And if you have any questions, we are here to help you. Reach out to Sara at any time.

Our member benefits chart below shows what's available to you at your membership level:

Our Member Portal is the best place to find information on current SBAC advocacy initiatives, events, member-to-member deals, and more 24/7.

Please take a look at the tutorial below to learn how to best utilize the Info Hub:

Our SBAC Member Directory, which is available on both the Info Hub and main website, includes listings from all of our SBAC Business Supporters, Promoters, and Partners. Take a moment to update your listing and get in touch with fellow SBAC members!

The Info Hub is also available through the SBAC MemberPlus App for on-the-go convenience!

SBAC Business Supporters and up also have the opportunity to showcase their business on SBAC social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) by providing SBAC staff with their preferred content.

If you have any questions regarding your membership or how to utilize your benefits, please reach out to an SBAC staff member at any time!

Insights Archive

Letter to Alders

By patti@sbacil.org | November 8, 2023

To Members of the Chicago City Council: Chicago small businesses have faced many challenges over the past several years and encountered numerous obstacles while attempting to recover from the devastating pandemic. Disinvested communities continue struggling to fill vacant storefronts, attract businesses, and foster economic development. We ask that you refrain from passing the Chicago Paid…

Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance

By emma@sbacil.org | November 6, 2023

A press conference was held at City Hall to highlight concerns with the PTO ordinance and ask that changes to the ordinance be made. Hear from business owners, community advocates, and local chambers who passionately discussed their concerns and suggested possible improvements to the ordinance below. Over 30 chambers of commerce and place-based organizations sent…

GRCC & SBAC Empower | Business Development Program

By Nic | November 1, 2023

A New Program w/ The Greater Roseland Chamber of Commerce Just this morning – as of writing – SBAC Empower, Andrea Reed of The Greater Roseland Chamber of Commerce, and Chris Lautenslager of Get Looped LLC finalized our discussion on the future Mentoring and Business Building program coming to the GRCC in the Near Future!…

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