Chicago Small Biz Expos - YouTube

Recordings from last month's #ChicagoSmallBizExpo are now up! Watch the Welcome video, Keynote Address and both sessions now on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist

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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

This image is a promotional flyer for the "Chicago Small Biz Expo." It announces the keynote speaker, Julie Roth Novack, CEO and co-founder of PartySlate. The flyer includes a photo of Julie Roth Novack, a brief description of PartySlate, and details about the event, including the date, time, and that it's being held remotely via Zoom. It also features logos for Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, Chicago Department of Business and Information Technology, and City Colleges of Chicago.

Tune in now to our #ChicagoSmallBizExpo Keynote Presentation with PartySlate: us02web.zoom.us/w/88196674407

Promotional image for the "Chicago Small Biz Expo" webinar titled "Business Support 360: Full Suite of Resources and Insights from Business Service Organizations." Includes logos for Andersonville, Greater Southwest Development Corporation, WBDC, and Chicago Urban League. Scheduled for 3/12/26, 9 am - 12:30 pm, remote via Zoom. Links provided are chicago.gov/BizExpo. Sponsored by BACP, CTO, and City Colleges of Chicago.

Tune in now to our second #ChicagoSmallBizExpo panel discussion of the day: us02web.zoom.us/w/88196674407

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Tune in now to our first #ChicagoSmallBizExpo panel discussion of the day: us02web.zoom.us/w/88196674407

Promotional image for the "Chicago Small Biz Expo," happening on Thursday, March 12, from 9 AM to 12:30 PM remotely via Zoom. Logos include City of Chicago, BACP, CTO and City Colleges of Chicago. Website listed: Chicago.gov/BizExpo.

Over 1,000 registrations for this morning's #ChicagoSmallBizExpo! There's still time to register -- which will guarantee you a receive a copy of the 2026 Expo Resource Guide in your inbox, full of helpful information for business owners.

Register now: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

Image promoting the Chicago Small Biz Expo, featuring the logos of the City of Chicago, BACP, CTO, and City Colleges of Chicago. The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, from 9 am to 12:30 pm, to be held remotely via Zoom. The website link provided is Chicago.gov/BizExpo.

Promotional image for the Chicago Small Biz Expo featuring a keynote speaker session with Julie Roth Novack, PartySlate CEO and Co-founder. Includes a description of PartySlate's platform and event details: March 12, 2026, 9am-12:30pm, held remotely on Zoom. Logos of BACP, CTO, and City Colleges of Chicago are displayed.

Chicago Small Biz Expo promotional image. Text reads: "WEBINAR: From Licensing to Labor Laws: What You Need to Know About Business Ownership." Hosted by Chicago's Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP). Taking place on 3/12/26 from 9am to 12:30pm via Zoom. Logos of Chicago, BACP, and City Colleges of Chicago are present.

Chicago Small Business Expo webinar announcement. Text reads "Business Support 360: Full Suite of Resources and Insights from Business Service Organizations." Logos include Andersonville, WBDC, Greater Southwest Development Corporation, and Chicago Urban League. Event details: March 12th, 2026, 9am-12:30pm, Remote (Zoom). Chicago.gov/BizExpo. Hosted by City of Chicago BACP, CTO, City Colleges of Chicago.

TOMORROW: BACP is excited to present the first #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of the year!

Log in to our remote expo tomorrow, March 12, from 9am to 12:30pm to gain industry expert insights, be inspired and learn useful information. Learn more and register now: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

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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)

It's officially #ChicagoSmallBizExpo week!

Log in to our remote expo this Thursday, March 12, from 9am to 12:30pm to gain industry expert insights, be inspired and learn useful information. Learn more and register now: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

This week's free business education webinars:
Wed: Access Capital to Buy or Renovate Your Small Business Space
Thur: #ChicagoSmallBizExpo
Fri: Building Your Social Media Strategy & Your Personal Brand to Build Your Business

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

We're officially one week away from the first #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of the year! Log in to our remote expo next Thursday, March 12, to gain industry expert insights, be inspired and learn useful information.

Register: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

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Our upcoming #ChicagoSmallBizExpo is free and open to the public thanks to sponsors like Wintrust! We appreciate their commitment to Chicago's small business community.

Learn more about our upcoming expo and register for free: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

This image is a promotional flyer for the Chicago Small Biz Expo featuring Julie Roth Novack, PartySlate CEO and Co-Founder, as the keynote speaker. The event is on March 12, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., held remotely via Zoom. The flyer includes a description of PartySlate and logos for the City Colleges of Chicago, BACP, and CTO.

Excited to announce this year's Remote #ChicagoSmallBizExpo Keynote Address Speaker is Julie Roth Novack, CEO and Co-Founder of PartySlate. Since founding, 30,000+ planners, venues, & vendors have uploaded more than 3.5 million photos and videos. Register: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

ICYMI: The 2026 #ChicagoSmallBizExpo dates have been announced!
⭐Thurs., March 12, 9am to 12:30pm, Online
⭐Sat., May 16, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Truman College
⭐Sat., August 29, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Malcolm X College

To learn more about the Expos visit Chicago.gov/BizExpo

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ICYMI: The 2026 #ChicagoSmallBizExpo dates have been announced!
⭐Thurs., March 12, 9am to 12:30pm, Online
⭐Sat., May 16, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Truman College
⭐Sat., August 29, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Malcolm X College

To learn more about the Expos visit Chicago.gov/BizExpo

ICYMI: Read the latest bi-monthly BACP newsletter to learn about the 2026 #ChicagoSmallBizExpo dates, the BACP Entrepreneur Certificate Program, the new Cut the Tape for Small Business initiative, and more!

Read it here: http://Chi.gov/BACPBuzz26Q1
Subscribe: http://Chi.gov/BACPUpdates

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NEWS: The 2026 #ChicagoSmallBizExpo dates have been announced!
⭐Thurs., March 12, 9am to 12:30pm, Online
⭐Sat., May 16, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Truman College
⭐Sat., August 29, 8:30am to 1:30pm, Malcolm X College

To learn more about the Expos visit Chicago.gov/BizExpo

September 2025 saw our final #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of the year! Some stats from that day:
- 40+ exhibitors from gov't agencies, nonprofits & financial co.'s
- 20+ NBDCs exhibited
- 4 workshops with a total of 320+ attendees
- 1 inspiring keynote
- 550+ attendees

#BACPAtAGlance

Thank you to everyone who came out this weekend for our last #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of the year! 40+ exhibitors, including 20+ Neighborhood Business Development Centers, 4 workshops and one inspiring keynote address!

Attendees: stay tuned for an email recap in your inboxes.

We're all set for our final #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of the year TOMORROW from 8:30am-1:30pm at Malcolm X College!

Network with like-minded entrepreneurs, visit with 40+ exhibitors (business counseling, finance, legal and more) and be inspired by our keynote! Chicago.gov/BizExpo

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It's officially #ChicagoSmallBizExpo week! Our final Chicago Small Biz Expo of the year will take place this Saturday, September 20th from 8:30am-1:30pm at Malcolm X College!

Learn more about the #ChicagoSmallBizExpo and register for free: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

BACP announced our final Chicago Small Biz Expo of the year will take place Saturday, September 20th from 8:30am-1:30pm at Malcolm X College!

Learn more about the #ChicagoSmallBizExpo and register for free: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

Promotional poster for the Chicago Small Biz Expo on September 25, at Malcolm X College from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Highlights include financial management workshops by Wintrust, business development sessions by the Women's Business Development Center, business planning tips from 36Squared, and guidance on obtaining a City of Chicago Business License. Visit chicago.gov/bizexpo for more details. Sponsored by City of Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago, and Western Union.

JUST ANNOUNCED: 4 business education workshops will take place at the #ChicagoSmallBizExpo on Saturday, September 20th from 8:30am - 1:30pm at Malcolm X College.

Learn more and register to attend the free event: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

Promotional graphic for the Chicago Small Business Expo, hosted by Mayor Brandon Johnson, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20 from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Malcolm X College. Additional details available at Chicago.gov/BizExpo. Logos include Chicago City Colleges and Western Union.

BACP announced our final Chicago Small Biz Expo of the year will take place Saturday, September 20th from 8:30am-1:30pm at Malcolm X College!

Learn more about the #ChicagoSmallBizExpo and register for free: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

Promotional poster for the Chicago Small Biz Expo featuring workshops, keynote addresses, networking opportunities, and more. Event details include date and time on September 25th from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, hosted by City of Chicago, Chicago.gov/BizExpo, and partners City Colleges of Chicago and Western Union.

BACP announced our final Chicago Small Biz Expo of the year will take place Saturday, September 20th from 8:30am-1:30pm at Malcolm X College!

Learn more about the #ChicagoSmallBizExpo and register for free: Chicago.gov/BizExpo

Promotional poster for the Chicago Small Biz Expo featuring keynote speaker Erica Beth Levin, founder and CEO of Globowl. Includes date and time details, logos of Chicago Small Business Expo, City of Chicago, and partners. The event is on September 20th, 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, at Malcolm X College.

Excited to announce our keynote speaker for the final #ChicagoSmallBizExpo of 2025 is food industry expert Erica Bethe Levin, founder and CEO of Globowl. Learn more about BACP's free expo on Saturday, Sept. 20 and register at Chicago.gov/BizExpo.