Business Resources
One of the main goals for Community Development staff is to connect the needs of Hanover Park’s existing and future businesses to the organizations who have the resources to turn those needs into reality. Village staff works with the following governments and other organizations whose sole purpose is to assist with the growth and development of your business.
- College of DuPage - Center for Entrepreneurship - Provides a wide range of services and resources to support individuals and groups interested in starting a business. The Center also hosts seminars and workshops designed to help business owners strengthen their skills and grow their businesses.
- Cook County Small Business Source - Partners with 13 Business Support Organizations (BSOs) to strengthen and elevate small businesses by connecting them to valuable resources, hosting networking events, and offering no-cost one-on-one business advising. Learn more about the program, including the 13 partner BSOs.
- DuPage County Small Business Resources - Offers a wide variety of resources supplied at the county level. Businesses can benefit from learning about economic development incentives, financial tools, and more.
- Harper College - Small Business Development Center - Offers assistance to all entrepreneurs interested in starting up for-profit businesses.
- Poplar Creek Public Library - Offers meeting spaces, access to business databases, printers, software, and other valuable tools to support business operations. In addition, entrepreneurs can schedule one-on-one consultations with experts to explore new opportunities and strategies for growing their business.
- Schaumburg Township District Library - Library resources and knowledgeable librarians are available to help locate information on market demographics, identify potential grant opportunities, develop business plans, and more. Learn more by visiting their Business Research Tools page.
- SCORE - A large volunteer organization comprised of experienced and successful business owners dedicated to supporting small business entrepreneurs. The organization provides a range of services including confidential business counseling and free or low-cost seminars offered at locations throughout the Chicagoland area.
- The Small Business Administration - A resource for entrepreneurs looking to start or expand their business. Their regional offices provide assistance with securing loans, pursuing federal contracting opportunities, and developing strategies to take your business to the next level.
- The Women’s Business Development Center - Provides services and programs to accelerate business ownership and strengthen the impact of men and women in the economy.
- U.S. Department of the Treasury - Provides a repository of resources for small businesses, including market research tools, certification assistance, and information on federal programs.
*Libraries and community colleges generally serve businesses within their respective service areas. Don't know which service area you are in? Look it up using our Property Search Portal.
- Hanover Park Job Board - Submit a job and we'll post it on our website for free!
- Education and Work Center - Conveniently located in Hanover Park, the Center offers classes and training programs designed to help individuals develop marketable skills. Its SkillNet Center connects job seekers with meaningful employment opportunities.
- WorkNet DuPage - Provides resources to DuPage County residents who are starting or restarting their careers. Participants can work one-on-one with career coaches, develop career plans, and may qualify for up to $10,000 in financial assistance for career training or education.
- Elgin Community College - Learn more about their Corporate Training program to explore employee training opportunities. To connect with and hire students, check out their Hire Spartans program.
- Illinois WorkNet Center - Established under the Workforce Investment Act, this resource provides training referrals, career counseling, job listings, and other employment-related services. The Center also offers financial assistance to eligible individuals seeking to advance their careers through education or job training.
- Illinois Works Bid Credit Program - Contractors or subcontractors who employ apprentices that have completed the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program on any project (State or privately funded) may be eligible to earn bid credits. These credits can be applied to future state-funded public works projects to help make their bids more competitive.