A poster featuring stylized illustrations of diverse individuals. At the top, the text reads "BACP Celebrates" with a star icon. In the center, large text states "Women's History Month." The background includes varying shades of pink, blue, and orange.

As we close out #WomensHistoryMonth, take a look back at how BACP proudly recognized women-owned businesses all month!
- A new episode of Behind the Business License
- Our #TagLocalTuesday campaign
- March's #BACPEmpowerHour
- Keynote Speaker for #ChicagoSmallBizExpo

ICYMI, last week we celebrated #WomensHistoryMonth with our #BACPEmpowerHour guest Amy Russell from The Bloomin' Spindle!

Watch the event now streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vD7W-GXNsc

Promotional graphic for "Empower Hour" featuring Amy Russell, Co-Owner of The Bloomin' Spindle. Includes The Bloomin' Spindle logo with floral elements, event details for Thursday, 3/19 at 2 PM, and topics such as business growth and supporting artists. Sponsored by BACP. Link: Chicago.gov/BACPWwebinars.

TODAY AT 2PM: In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, March's #BACPEmpowerHour features The Bloomin' Spindle! The charming shop is a purveyor of fine yarns from around the world, & a welcoming clubhouse for fine fiber artists, knitting, crochet & more.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Informational poster for 'Empower Hour' featuring Amy Russell, Co-Owner of The Bloomin' Spindle. Event scheduled for Thursday, March 19 at 2 PM. Topics include business growth, community connection, supporting artists, and more. Q&A session included. Logos for The Bloomin' Spindle and BACP are present. Website: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, March's #BACPEmpowerHour features The Bloomin' Spindle! The charming shop is a purveyor of fine yarns from around the world, & a welcoming clubhouse for fine fiber artists, knitting, crochet enthusiasts, & more.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This week's free business eduction webinars:
Tues: Proposed Rule Updates for Worker Protections
Wed: Check Your Taxes Before You File - a Business Perspective
Thurs: #BACPEmpowerHour: The Bloomin’ Spindle
Fri: Ways to Finance Your Business

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

The image is a promotional flyer for "Empower Hour" featuring Amy Russell, co-owner of The Bloomin' Spindle. It includes a logo with flowers and sewing elements. Event details are March 19th at 2 PM. Topics include business growth, community connection, and supporting artists. Hosted by BACP, with a mention of a Q&A session.

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, March's #BACPEmpowerHour features The Bloomin' Spindle! The charming shop is a purveyor of fine yarns from around the world, & a welcoming clubhouse for fine fiber artists, knitting, crochet enthusiasts, & more.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Abstract illustration featuring diverse faces with varying hairstyles and colors, framed around the text: "BACP Celebrates Women's History Month." The background includes shades of pink, blue, red, and beige.

BACP is celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth by recognizing women-owned businesses all month!
- A new episode of Behind the Business License
- Our #TagLocalTuesday campaign
- This month's #BACPEmpowerHour
- Keynote Speaker for #ChicagoSmallBizExpo (Register: Chicago.gov/BizExpo)

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, March's #BACPEmpowerHour features The Bloomin’ Spindle! The charming shop is a purveyor of fine yarns from around the world, & a welcoming clubhouse for fine fiber artists, knitting, crochet enthusiasts, & more.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

A stylized poster featuring illustrations of diverse individuals. The text reads, "BACP Celebrates Women's History Month" in bold lettering.

BACP is celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth by recognizing women-owned businesses this month!
Stay tuned:
- A new episode of Behind the Business License
- Our #TagLocalTuesday campaign
- This month's #BACPEmpowerHour

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Lisa Collins-Wilkins, Owner of Reach for the Stars. The child daycare center offers programs with classrooms & field trips to help children learn & connect. Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This week's free business education webinars:
Wed: The Start-Up Challenge: Is Your Dream Built to Succeed?
Thurs: #BACPEmpowerHour with Reach for the Stars
Fri: Sustaining Team Resilience Amidst Organizational Change

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

The image features a black background with white text at the top reading "BACP celebrates," accompanied by a blue square and red star. Below, "Black History Month." is displayed in large, bold text with a gradient of red, orange, yellow, and green.

BACP is celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth by recognizing black-owned businesses this month!
Stay tuned:
- A new episode of Behind the Business License
- Our #TagLocalTuesday campaign
- #ShopLocalChicago Neighborhood Spotlight series
- This month's #BACPEmpowerHour

Promotional image for an "Empower Hour" webinar featuring Lisa Collins-Wilkins, owner of "Reach for the Stars." The session is on Thursday, 2/19 at 2 PM. Topics include business start-up, growth, community involvement, youth education, and more. A Q&A session will follow. Logos for "BACP" and the City of Chicago website are present.

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Lisa Collins-Wilkins, Owner of Reach for the Stars. The child daycare center offers programs with classrooms & field trips to help children learn & connect. Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Lisa Collins-Wilkins, Owner of Reach for the Stars. The child daycare center offers programs with classrooms & field trips to help children learn & connect. Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

The image features a black background with the text "BACP celebrates Black History Month." The words "Black History Month" are in a gradient of red, orange, yellow, and green.

BACP is celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth by recognizing black-owned businesses this month!
Stay tuned:
- A new episode of Behind the Business License
- Our #TagLocalTuesday campaign
- This month's #BACPEmpowerHour

Promotional flyer for "Empower Hour" webinar hosted on Thursday, January 15th at 2 PM. Features a clock showing the time of the event, a list of discussion topics including business, marketing, community, and sports. Includes Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars URL for more information.

TODAY AT 2PM! This month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Christy Sears, Owner of Pickleball Clubhouse. Located in Irving Park, Pickleball Clubhouse offers premier indoor pickleball courts for a high-quality, community-driven playing experience. Register: http://Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for Empower Hour with the owner of Picklebears Clubhouse on Thursday, Jan 15 at 2PM, discussing marketing strategies, customer experience, sports community, and more. Includes a Q&A session. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more info.

THURSDAY @ 2PM: This month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Christy Sears, Owner of Pickleball Clubhouse. Located in Irving Park, Pickleball Clubhouse offers premier indoor pickleball courts for a high-quality, community-driven playing experience. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for a BACP Business Education webinar titled 'Getting Started with Generative AI: A Primer for Non-Technical', presented by Matt Quinn, Founder of Be Kind AI. Scheduled for Wednesday, January 14 at 3:00 PM. Includes a link to register at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars. The graphic has a blue background with a large acronym "WEBINAR" at the top and a red star on the top left.

Promotional graphic for "Empower Hour," an event hosted on Thursday, January 15 at 2 PM. It features a discussion on marketing strategies, customer experience, and community involvement in sports. The Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) logo is visible, along with a URL for more information: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

Promotional graphic for BACP Business Education Webinar titled 'HR Trends and Priorities for 2026' scheduled for Friday, January 16 at 9:30 AM. Register at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This week's free business education webinars:
Wed: Getting Started with Generative AI: A Primer for Non-Technical Business Leaders
Thurs: #BACPEmpowerHour with Pickleball Clubhouse
Fri: HR Trends and Priorities for 2026

Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for Empower Hour with the owner of Picklebears Clubhouse, discussing marketing, customer experience, and community in sports. Scheduled for January 15th at 2PM. Includes time for Q&A. More info at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

This month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Christy Sears, Owner of Pickleball Clubhouse. Located in Irving Park, Pickleball Clubhouse offers premier indoor pickleball courts for a high-quality, community-driven playing experience for all.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Empower Hour promotional poster on Thursday, December 18, at 2 PM. Topics include customer growth, the start and retention of business, preparing for the holiday shopping season, product ingredients, and more. Includes a graphic of a clock showing nearly 2:00. Hosted by BACP, with a link for more information: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

TODAY AT 2PM: For #BACPEmpowerHour, we shine a holiday spotlight on Scratch Goods, known for its interactive, guided skincare experience the Mask Bar, located Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business and much more!

Promotional graphic for an Empower Hour webinar focusing on the business of sustainably sourced goods. Scheduled for December 18th at 2PM, hosted by BACP. Includes topics on customer retention, holiday preparation, product ingredients, and more. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for details.

TOMORROW 2PM: For #BACPEmpowerHour, we shine a holiday spotlight on Scratch Goods, known for its interactive, guided skincare experience the Mask Bar, located Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business and much more!

Promotional image for a BACP Business Education Webinar titled "Training and Upskilling Through the City of Chicago's Workforce Solutions Program". It is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17 at 3:00 PM. Information on registration and the City of Chicago Small Business Development Bureau's involvement is included, with a link to Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for registration. The graphic features a blue background with the title text prominently displayed.

Promotional poster for 'Empower Hour' webinars with Chicago BACP. Event on Thursday, December 12th at 2PM, includes discussion on business growth, customer retention, sourcing ingredients for scratch goods, and more. Includes link to BACP webinars at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars, with a list of topics and time for Q&A.

Promotional image for a BACP Business Education webinar titled "Long-Term Marketing Strategies: Building to Last" scheduled for Friday, December 19 at 9:30 AM. The webinar is presented by a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Features a blue background with a red star logo and text detail. Registration information available at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

This week's free business education webinars:
Wed: Training and Upskilling through the City of Chicago’s Workforce Solutions Program
Thur: #BACPEmpowerHour with Scratch Goods
Fri: Long-Term Marketing Strategies: Building to Last

Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for "Empower Hour" webinar on Thursday, December 18th at 2 PM. Includes details about the webinar topics such as business growth, customer retention, and product ingredients. The event is hosted by Chicago's Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more.

For this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour, we shine a holiday spotlight on Scratch Goods, known for its interactive, guided skincare experience the Mask Bar, located Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business and much more!

Promotional graphic for 'Empower Hour' webinar featuring Maureen McGuire and Elizabeth Leipold, focused on the growth of sustainable goods. Scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at 2 PM. Includes a list of discussion topics like customer retention, product ingredients, and more. Hosted by BACP. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more information.

For this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour, we shine a holiday spotlight on Scratch Goods, known for its interactive, guided skincare experience the Mask Bar, located Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business and much more!

Promotional graphic for "Empower Hour" with Maureen McCure and Elizabeth Leipold, hosted by BACP. Scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at 2 PM. Features a candid conversation about the growth of the business, preparations for the holiday season, product ingredients, shopping season, and more. Includes a Q&A session. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more information.

For this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour, we shine a holiday spotlight on Scratch Goods, known for its interactive, guided skincare experience the Mask Bar, located Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The candid conversation will cover the start and growth of the business and much more!

Promotional flyer for "Empower Hour" webinar featuring Pauline Sylvain-Cewis, Max Candle, and Markell Sylvain (COO), scheduled for Thursday, 11/20 at 2PM. The session will cover strategies for local business site selection, working with local servicing organizations, and preparing for the holiday season. Includes a clock icon indicating time and an option for a Q&A session. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more details.

THIS THURSDAY: #BACPEmpowerHour feat. Pauline Sylvain-Lewis (CEO) & Markell Sylvain (COO) of Max Candle Co. The business participated in the Far South Community Development Corp Storefront Pop-Ups, part of BACP's Storefront Activation Program.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional graphic for a BACP Business Education Webinar titled 'Chicago Business Licensing: Pop Up', happening on Wednesday, November 19 at 3:00 PM. This event is presented by the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs. Registration link at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars.

Promotional graphic for 'Empower Hour' webinar featuring Pauline Sylvain-Coombs and Markell Sylvain from Max Candle. Scheduled for Thursday, November 20, at 2 PM CST. Discusses business topics such as site selection and working with local service organizations, specifically for the holiday season. Includes a clock graphic, Max Candle logo, and a link to Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more information and Q&A.

Promotional image for a BACP business education webinar titled 'Designed to Work: Why Every Business Is a Creative Process,' scheduled for Friday, November 21 at 9:30 AM. Presented by the National Association of Women. Features instructions to register with Melissa McAttee at BACPwebinars.com. The design includes a prominent blue background with webinar details in white and red text.

This week's free business education webinars:
Wed: Chicago Business Licensing: Pop Up Host/Operator
Thurs: #BACPEmpowerHour: Max Candle
Fri: Designed to Work: Why Every Business Is a Creative Process

Learn more and register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feat. Pauline Sylvain-Lewis (CEO) & Markell Sylvain (COO) of Max Candle Co. The business participated in the Far South Community Development Corp Storefront Pop-Ups, part of BACP's Storefront Activation Program. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Promotional poster for an Empower Hour webinar featuring Pauline Sylvain-Coombs and Markell Sylvain of Max Candle Co. The event is on Thursday, November 20 at 2 PM, discussing business topics such as site selection and working with local businesses. Includes a Q&A session. Visit Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars for more information.

This month’s #BACPEmpowerHour will feature Pauline Sylvain-Lewis (CEO) & Markell Sylvain (COO) of Max Candle. The business participated in the Far South Community Development Corp Storefront Pop-Ups, part of BACP's Storefront Activation Program. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

In honor and recognition of Polish American Heritage Month in October, this month’s #BACPEmpowerHour featured Art Wnorowski and Gosia Pieniazek, Founders of Na Zdrowie Hospitality. If you missed it last week, you can now watch the full recording here: https://youtu.be/Yetyssioj9A?si=Yr1dsEDbU4Mwu88j