Member Relations
Daily Herald Business Ledger Articles with SBAC President Elliot Richardson
Daily Herald Business Ledger Articles with SBAC President Elliot Richardson Check out all of SBAC President Elliot Richardson’s Daily Herald Business Ledger articles below 2023 2022 2021 2020 2023 September 17, 2023 Time for politicians to tackle property taxes August 20, 2023 Illinois should focus on helping small businesses, not giveaways to major corporations July…
Read MoreSmall Business Grants in Illinois
It’s tough to run a small business. We know that funding is always top of mind at all times. In an effort to keep our small business owners informed of possible grants as they become available, we will list some as they become available and the criteria for applying. We encourage you to take advantage…
Read MoreSBAC Testimonials
SBAC Testimonials The SBAC has significantly impacted the small business community since 2010. From reducing LLC fees to championing legislation focused on reducing premiums for small businesses and increasing transparency to understand better what drives health insurance costs. Our mission has always been to fight alongside small business advocates to enact policies that support small…
Read MoreTaking Advantage of Your Membership
Taking Advantage of Your Membership 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…
Read MoreGCG | Course on Benefits Administration
GCG | Course on Benefits Administration The Course on Benefits Administration is a 4- week, live, online course created and taught by Marcus Newman, RHU where you will learn the important details of administering insurance benefits. This course makes information accessible and covers best practices, plan implementations, record keeping, state and federal regulations, how to…
Read MoreYou’re Invited to The Rebound!
You’re Invited to The Rebound! The SBAC and A Safe Haven are thrilled to invite you for a LIVE and IN-PERSON evening you won’t forget! It will be our first big live event of the year, and with the mask mandate now lifted, we hope to see many of you face-to-face once again. Join…
Read MoreCDC Shortens Quarantine Period and OSHA Updates Guidance on the ETS
CDC Shortens Quarantine Period and OSHA Updates Guidance on the ETS The last two weeks have provided a rollercoaster ride for employers as they grapple with the resurrection of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) Emergency Temporary Standard (“ETS”) by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, updated guidance from OSHA on the testing protocols…
Read More2021 SBAC Small Business Pitch Throwdown Photos
2021 SBAC Small Business Pitch Throwdown Photos Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2021 SBAC Small Business Pitch Throwdown on December 2nd at Workbox! We had a blast watching the finalists pitch their business with a hearty CONGRATULATIONS to this year’s winner, Mycocycle!! Special thank you to Kristi Ross for being such an…
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…
Read MoreRebuilding Lives and Businesses
Rebuilding Lives and Businesses Hard-working Americans had no idea what was coming in February of 2020. It seemed unfathomable that many small businesses would face the possibility of permanently closing or their employees would be without jobs in the spring. With the resurgence of Covid-19 cases, the situation for both small businesses and their…
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