Welcome to the SBAC

We believe the success of small businesses is a critical component of local communities and the nation’s economy. The SBAC has spent the last decade alongside small business owners fighting for reasonable policies that foster a healthier small business environment - economically, socially, and culturally.

The SBAC’s non-partisan approach continues to shape local, state, and federal small business legislation.

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Advocacy

The Rebound Challenge

The SBAC and A Save Haven have teamed up once again to raise funds for the two organizations and their unique missions. Your support will help A Safe Haven continue providing crucial services to their homeless clients and power the SBAC’s fight for small businesses and local communities.

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Advocacy Matters

The SBAC is laser focused on improving the small business environment through nonpartisan advocacy and grassroots engagement. View our full list of advocacy initiatives here.

SBAC Supporter Directory

The SBAC has a robust membership base with businesses that span all kinds of industries. SBAC Business Supporters can be listed on our directory to be discovered by potential new clients and SBAC stakeholders.

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Upcoming Events

Thank you SBAC Sponsors

The Sponsors of the SBAC are instrumental in the effectiveness of our organization. View all current SBAC Sponsors here or click below to become one today!

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The SBAC is community where all business owners of all backgrounds come together. Joining our organization immediately gives you the opportunity to get engaged in educational events, advocacy initiatives, and networking groups.

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SBAC BLOG

Proposed Chicago Ordinances That Will Impact Small Businesses (Camera & Sign)

June 24, 2025

Proposed Chicago Ordinances That Will Impact Small Businesses June 24, 2025 Chicago’s small and local…

Proposed Ordinance Supports Outdoor Dining

June 6, 2025

City Council Passes Ordinance Supporting Chicago Outdoor Dining and Reducing Red Tape Chicagoans love to…

job creation tax credit passes out of committee

Job Creation Tax Credit Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee

March 21, 2025

Bill That Supports Small Businesses Moves Out of Committee The small business community scored a…

DHBL Elliot Monthly Insights

February 12, 2025

SBAC INSIGHTS PAGE February 2025 The Small Business Community Can Bring People Together Why is…

SBAC Women In Business

The SBAC Women In Business is a community within the SBAC geared primarily to women business owners. Our goal is to promote equality, and community, supporting one another in generating ...

Welcome to the SBAC Lawyers' Corner. Please check out this page provided by Freeborn & Peters LLP and Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP.

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