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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

ACTION CALL: Big Legislation for Small Businesses

By mrevis@sbacil.org | April 5, 2021

Big Legislation for Small Businesses President Biden has signed The American Rescue Plan Act (H.R. 1319) into law.  Accordingly, the State of Illinois is expected to receive over 7.5 billion in funds to foster recovery from the pandemic. A robust coalition of small business advocates are urging lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 1982, which will…

The SBAC Supports Relief For Chicago Small Businesses Through Reimbursement of Liquor License Fees

By patti@sbacil.org | April 5, 2021

The SBAC supports a proposed Chicago ordinance which will reimburse small businesses a portion of the liquor license fees they paid because they could not use their license during pandemic related shutdowns.  This ordinance will help many local businesses recover from the pandemic. Please translate this page to the language of your choice. Supporters Fifth…

PPP Deadline Extended To May 31st

By mrevis@sbacil.org | March 31, 2021

President Biden Signs PPP Extention Act Attention Small Business Owners: President Biden just signed the PPP Extension Act of 2021 which extends the Paycheck Protection Program an additional two months until May 31st. The Act also provides an additional 30-days for the SBA to process pending applications. Please translate this page to the language of your choice.…

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