Join NLNW for a Financial Literacy Seminar - FREE

Learn about loan programs, refinancing, and working capital - June 13th!

Small Businesses can learn about loan programs to assist with new money or refinancing for equipment, real estate, inventory, and working capital. Presented by Next Level Northwest.

CREATIVE BUSINESS FINANCING SOLUTIONS

When:  Thursday, June 13, 2024 @ 8:30am - 10:00am

Where:  Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg IL 60193

REGISTER HERE:  https://www.evite.com/event/02CDIOMQHF342AI2CEPPBYNJAZMK5A

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The IDCEO Celebrates Pride Month

Attend FREE online events and webinars!

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is honored to celebrate Pride Month. Throughout the month of June, DCEO, through its Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE) is hosting and collaborating on a series of business resource events and community events, spotlighting LGBTQIA+ owned businesses in Illinois, and more.

Learn more about how your community celebrates on Pride Month webpage.

Check out a few of the upcoming FREE online events and webinars hosted by the SBDC from the Office of Minority Economic Empowerment:

• June 12 - Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses  https://tinyurl.com/finressmallbiz
• June 12 - Juneteenth Emerging Leaders Summit  https://tinyurl.com/juneteenthsummit
• June 13 - Removing Barriers for Small Black & Latino Businesses  https://www.zeffy.com/.../0f491aeb-345b-494e-8b21...
• June 27 - Optimize Your Social Media Accounts  https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/39034
• June 27 - Legal Issues for the Small Business Owner  https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/38707
• July 18 - 2nd Annual LatinX Economic Summit  https://tinyurl.com/latinxeconomicsummit

For a complete list of ALL SBDC offerings go to https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events?

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Want to Grow Your Business...or Want to Start a Business?

A comprehensive guide is available to help you!

Hanover Park is a great place to start and grow your business! Whether you plan to start your business out of your home or at a location in the Village, or want to grow your existing business, we have over 38,000 residents and a strong business environment to help you succeed. 

 Do you know what information you should have before you sign a lease for your business? What type of signs you can have when you open your business? Where can you go for financing? The Village has put together a comprehensive guide to provide you with an outline of the steps you should take to successfully open and grow your business. You can find the guide here: https://www.hpil.org/1156/Start-and-Grow-Your-Business-Guide 

 The online guide has links to helpful resources for assistance including the Small Business Administration, Chambers of Commerce, WBDC, and various local, state and federal agencies that provide free assistance. You can also download a .pdf of this guide.

 Here are some steps to start and/or grow a business, and the document has detailed guidance for each step:

1. CONCEPT Phase

• Fill out a business model outline
• Write a business plan
• Find a location
• Open a business bank account

2.  BEFORE You Open

• Choose a name for your business
• Obtain your FEIN and state sales tax number
• Obtain your Village business license
• Join local business development organizations

3.  OPEN Your Business

• Apply for a Grand Opening sign permit
• Look for resources on the Village website
• Join a Chamber of Commerce to organize a ribbon cutting

4.  GROW Your Business

• Attend seminars and webinars to learn and stay informed
• Get involve with professional organizations such a Chamber, the WBDC or the Education & Work Center in Hanover Park

If you have any questions, call the Community & Economic Development department. We can provide efficient, confidential help with site/space selection, area resources, and information on permitting procedures.  Call 630-823-5780 or email CDevelopment@hpil.org

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Wondering About the Status of Village Projects?

Check out our Development Updates Map!

Learn about what's under construction, what recently opened, or what's coming soon.

This interactive map allows you to click on a "project" on the left, and then see exactly where it is on the map. You can even zoom in on the map to see specific street names so you will know exactly where a project is located.

Projects are labeled under construction, recently completed, approved, coming soon, and recently opened.  Check out what is going on in the Village here.

If you are on the Village website's homepage, scroll down to the BUSINESS NEWS & EVENTS section, and look for the Development Updates Map - Now Live!

If you have any specific questions about Village projects, please contact Community Development at 630-823-5780 or CDevelopment@hpil.org

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Join a Local Chamber of Commerce 

Learn what chamber membership can do for you and your business!

Joining a chamber of commerce can provide access to valuable resources, discounts, and relationships that can help save your business money and market its products. Watch your sales increase and improve your business' visibility and credibility!

Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce (335 S. Main St., Lower Level of BMO Harris Bank, Bartlett) - covers both Bartlett AND Hanover Park. Enjoy benefits of chamber membership in your own neighborhood. Learn more on their website:  www.bartlettareachamber.com  or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BartlettAreaChamberIL

Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (2000 SBC Center Dr., Hoffman Estates) - a trusted resource for Latino businesses to achieve economic growth and impact in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Website: https://www.nwhccil.org/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nwhccil

Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago) - has a team of business advisors and program managers who work hard to help entrepreneurs take the first steps into starting a business. Website: https://ihccbusiness.net/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ihccbusiness

Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois (5415 N. Clark St., Chicago) - a new resource for Asian Americans and other minority-owned businesses to help increase access to capital and opportunities. Website: https://aaccil.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AsianAmChamber

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