Who we are
The Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association (MPBHBA) represents the interests of more than 400 Beverly/Morgan Park businesses. We are a nonprofit organization that advocates for, promotes, connects, and educates member businesses.
One of 75 Neighborhood Business Development Centers (NBDCs) in Chicago, the MPBHBA has a solid track record of supporting local businesses for more than 30 years. We have a strong neighborhood network and work closely with the alderman, City Hall and other community partners.
The MPBHBA serves a square area between 89th and 119th streets, from Vincennes and Sacramento avenues. The district includes two Special Service Areas (SSAs): the Western Avenue SSA 20 and the Walden Parkway SSA 44. These SSA programs fund expanded services and programs through localized property tax levies.
What we do
The MPBHBA is dedicated to strengthening the economic foundation of our community by supporting local businesses. We provide a wide range of services to member businesses and the community at large.
Marketing Campaigns
We plan and execute promotional events throughout the year to engage consumers, showcase commercial districts, and drive traffic into local businesses. These initiatives include the Margarita Mile, Small Business Saturday & Holiday Bingo, Holiday Decorating Contest, Holiday Road, Tombstone 5K, Bevapalooza and Sip & Shop, plus sidewalk sales and small corridor festivals.
Networking Opportunities
We offer a number of events for our members to connect with one another throughout the year. Typically we host 4-6 networking events in collaboration with the other local business and community associations.
Connections to Local Community
The MPBHBA serves as a liaison between our members and community leaders, including local officials. We also coordinate with other local business associations and community organizations to expand our reach and messaging on behalf of our members.
Effective Communications
The MPBHBA shares local business news and also information from the city that could affect our members, via our website, weekly email, and social media posts. We use local media, including the Villager and the Beverly Review, to share information about upcoming business promotions. We also survey our members to find out how we can better serve them, then share our findings with the business community while using the information to help us improve what we do.
Troubleshooting City-related Issues
The MPBHBA serves as an intermediary and sounding board between member businesses and city officials. Often, small business owners have questions regarding their taxes, licensing, and SSA-related services. The MPBHBA has experience resolving these issues and can provide assistance.
Beautification & Maintenance
Businesses located within one of our two Special Service Area (SSA) districts on Western Avenue and on Walden Parkway receive landscaping, sidewalk cleaning, and snow removal services throughout the year. The MPBHBA also provides floral planters, holiday decorations, and banners on Western Avenue as part of our SSA services.
Business Referrals
The MPBHBA exclusively refers association members for special services, shopping and dining inquiries. These referrals are highly valued by MPBHBA members.
Business Recruitment & Development
We welcome and support new businesses in Beverly Hills/Morgan Park that will enhance the quality of our commercial districts. We also connect our members with resources at the city, state, and federal level that can assist them in growing their businesses.
Educational Workshops
MPBHBA members receive complimentary admission to professional development workshops to help them grow and improve their business.
Join the Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association
Davia Douglas | Executive Director
Davia Douglas joined the MPBHBA as its executive director in August 2025. She previously served as executive director of the 95th Street Beverly Hills Business Association, administrator of the 95th Street Farmers Market, and associate director of the Beverly Area Planning Association. Davia has a Bachelor’s degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from DePaul University.
Nora Conroy | Program Manager
Nora Conroy joined the MPBHBA as its program manager in January 2022. Conroy grew up primarily in Beverly and spent time in Boston and New Orleans prior to making her way back to Chicago. She has worked in a variety of fields, including higher ed administration, the service industry, and sustainable agriculture.
Board of Directors
The MPBHBA is governed by a 10-member board of directors that meets monthly at 8 am on the third Tuesday of the month at FoundHERS Suite, 1808 W. 103rd St. All association members in good standing are welcome to attend the meetings.
Vice President
Mary Moss
Beverly Dry Goods
Secretary
Sabrina Landers
Keir Foot and Ankle Specialists
Treasurer
Rebecca Ray
Oleander & Artesian
Board Member
Darvell Jones
Levraddigans Studio
Board Member
Katie Beck
Open Outcry Brewing Co.
Board Member
Jamenda McCoy
Bellē Up Boutique