Learn how to analyze operating expenses and net margin in the context of your industry. This workshop helps entrepreneurs benchmark performance, manage overhead, and make informed adjustments to improve long-term sustainability.

The Credit Reporting for a Small Business provides an overview of credit reporting and is designed to help participants to understand how reporting their credit can benefit their business.

The Managing Cash Flow module encourages participants to focus on cash flow management as an essential competency of business ownership.

The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection brings free business resources to the community for new and existing entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business in the City of Chicago through the Chicago Small Biz Expo Series. The series of expos occur at different city.

Save the date! Join us on June 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. This year’s Chicago Small Business Conference & Expo will be at the Isadore & Sadie Dorin Forum at UIC. You’ll experience an unparalleled opportunity to network, learn, and propel your business forward as part of the most influen