Posts by patti@sbacil.org
Chicago businesses are feeling the effects of supply-chain slowdowns
Supply chain issues are a tremendous concern for the small business community especially as the holiday season approaches. “Small businesses are just having a tremendously difficult time getting the supplies that they need to run their business, and, of course, this is even more concerning with the holiday season approaching,” said Elliot Richardson, president of…
Read MoreIACCE Conversation with Speaker of the House, Chris Welch
IACCE Conversation with Speaker of the House, Chris Welch The SBAC’s Elliot Richardson had the distinct pleasure of moderating the IACCE – Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives call with Emanuel Chris Welch and Office of State Representative Carol Ammons last Friday. Watch the entire conversation addressing issues such as Back to Business Grants…
Read MoreDHBL w/Elliot Richardson November 8, 2021
DHBL w/Elliot Richardson November 8, 2021 SBAC President Elliot Richardson urges policymakers to adopt an economic strategy focused on local businesses and communities in his Daily Herald Business Ledger Column. READ HERE Insights Archive Insights Archive Select Month April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 December 2023 November 2023 October 2023 August 2023 July…
Read MoreAdvocating for disadvantaged commercial corridors
Advocating for disadvantaged commercial corridors SBAC President Elliot Richardson discusses a policy that will reduce vacant properties in struggling neighborhood business districts. Replacing commercial vacancies with small businesses will support local communities. WATCH HERE: https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/988007 Insights Archive Insights Archive Select Month April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 December 2023 November 2023 October 2023…
Read MoreBLOCK CITY CHICAGO REPORTS on Commercial Corridor Revitalization
BLOCK CITY CHICAGO REPORTS on Commercial Corridor Revitalization BLOCK CITY CHICAGO REPORTS HYDE PARK, WOODLAWN, SOUTH SHORE Some Landlords Keep Their Storefronts Empty For Years — And Get Tax Breaks For It. Business Leaders Want To Change That Small business advocates want to limit the tax breaks property owners can get on vacant storefronts. On…
Read MoreIllinois policymakers need to allocate rescue plan grants to help struggling businesses.
Illinois policymakers need to allocate rescue plan grants to help struggling businesses. The SBAC is advocating to ensure struggling and qualified businesses across Illinois have access to Back to Business grants. This means making sure the grant program is adequately funded. Read Elliot’s article in The State Journal-Register here. Insights Archive Insights Archive Select Month…
Read MoreCalling for IL Occupational Licensing Reform
Calling for IL Occupational Licensing Reform Occupational licenses should protect the health, safety and welfare of the public. Unfortunately, some occupational licenses are unnecessary and burdensome. They create unwarranted barriers for Illinois entrepreneurs and those interested in working in new professions. Needless occupational licenses also keep people from moving to Illinois. Needless occupational licenses, or…
Read MoreLaws You Should Know About
Laws You Should Know About Baking Good Legislation On August 27, Governor Pritzker signed into law the Home-to-Market Act. The Home-to-Market Act allows producers of home-based food products to sell their goods directly to customers. This new law goes into effect on January 1, 2022. This will foster the growth of home-based entrepreneurs, known as…
Read MoreConversation on Property Taxes with Commissioner Cabonargi
Conversation on Property Taxes with Commissioner Cabonargi Conversation on Property Taxes with Cook County’s 2nd District Board of Review Commissioner Michael Cabonargi The SBAC hosted Cook County’s 2nd District Board of Review Commissioner Michael Cabonargi and his Chief of Staff Roland Lara to discuss property assessments and tax appeals. It is important to remind small…
Read MoreThank you to all Participants at the SBAC Golf Outing!
Thank you to all Participants at the SBAC Golf Outing! Thank you to all who came out to celebrate the SBAC on August 18th, 2021 at Cog Hill. We all had a great time. Miss it? Or just want to relive some memories? Take a gander at our lovely Digital booklet highlighting our volunteers and…
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