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Holiday Decorating Workshop for Businesses

Business owners: Are you looking for inspiration and guidance in decorating your windows for the holidays? RSVP for this helpful workshop! Everything's Relative Beverly & the MPBHBA are hosting a window decorating workshop on Monday, November 14, at 9 pm. The purpose is to provide guidance and inspiration to business owners looking for ideas to […]

Free

19th Ward Business Breakfast

La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant 3333 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL, United States

Join other business owners across Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood for Alderman Matt O’Shea’s 19th Ward Business Breakfast on Tuesday, March 28, at 8:00 am. This year’s breakfast will be held at La Fiesta, 3333 W. 111th St.

Boost Your Business: Social Media Marketing Workshop

The success of your business depends on your ability to reach the right audience. Join Robin Hammond, vice president of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, for a virtual session that will help you create and implement an effective social media marketing strategy to promote your business and engage your audience. The workshop will be […]

MPBHBA Annual Meeting

Wild Blossom Meadery 9030 S. Hermitage Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

Join fellow MPBHBA members for our Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 20. We will gather at Wild Blossom Meadery, 9030 S. Hermitage Ave., from 6:30  to 9:00 pm. Our annual meeting gives members a chance to catch up with each other, meet other business owners, and learn about news in our commercial district. We also […]

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Virtual Meeting About the Reconstitution of SSA #44

The MPBHBA invites you to learn about the proposed reconstitution of the 103rd/Beverly Special Service Area #44 at two upcoming virtual meetings. Thursday, May 18, 2023, 5:00–6:00 pm Friday, May 19, 2023, 9:00–10:00 am SSA #44 serves the businesses at 103rd Street and Walden Parkway. Join May 18 virtual meeting Join May 19 virtual meeting

Virtual Meeting About the Reconstitution of SSA #44

The MPBHBA invites you to learn about the proposed reconstitution of the 103rd/Beverly Special Service Area #44 at two upcoming virtual meetings. Thursday, May 18, 2023, 5:00–6:00 pm Friday, May 19, 2023, 9:00–10:00 am SSA #44 serves the businesses at 103rd Street and Walden Parkway. Join May 18 virtual meeting Join May 19 virtual meeting

MPBHBA After Hours

Horse Thief Hollow 10426 South Western Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Have a pint with Caroline and meet other business owners in the MPBHBA service area on May 23 at Horse Thief Hollow, including the owner, Neil! This Spring networking event is a great way to stay connected with other entrepreneurs in the community, exchange ideas, and hear the latest local business news. Your first drink's […]

Free

Record Keeping Workshop + Q&A

Beverly Bank 10258 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

Join us on June 5 at Beverly Bank to fine tune your business record keeping. The workshop will run from 9am to 10am, with a question and answer session afterwards. Refreshments will be provided. As part of the general discussion, Beverly Bank will offer helpful hints and dos & don'ts for when business is slow. […]

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Small Business Loans & Access to Capital Workshop

Beverly Bank 10258 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

Join us on July 11 at The Beverly Bank to learn more about small business loans and gaining access to capital. The workshop will run from 9am to 10am, with a question and answer session afterwards. Refreshments will be provided.   Jason Swan of The Beverly Bank and Sharnell Curtis-Martin of CIBC will co-facilitate.   […]

Free

Black Business Month Networking Kickoff

Afro Joe's Coffee & Tea 1818 W. 99th St., Chicago, IL, United States

August is National Black Business Month, a designated time to celebrate and support Black-owned businesses nationwide. The 95th Street Business Association, BAPA, and the MPBHBA are excited to celebrate Black Business Month in Beverly/Morgan Park through a variety of programming options. Please join fellow business owners at the kickoff networking event! Connect over coffee and pastries […]

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How to Manage Cash Flow with Loftis Consulting

Morgan Park High School (Library) 1744 W. Pryor Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join financial consultant Kimberly Loftis for a cash flow workshop on Thursday, August 3 from 9-11am. With the constant ups and downs in the economy it has never been a better time to get a handle on your business cash flow. Small businesses can be profitable but still go out of business due to cash […]

Free

Taxes and Credit Reporting Workshop

Beverly Bank 10258 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

Join us on August 29 to learn about business taxes and credit reporting. The workshop will run from 9am to 10am, with a question and answer session afterwards. Refreshments will be provided. Jason Swan of The Beverly Bank and Sharnell Curtis-Martin of CIBC will co-facilitate. This workshop is part of Black Business Month programming. Space […]

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Annual 19th Ward Business Meet and Greet

Franconello 10222 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL

Join the 19th Ward business associations for a ward-wide meet and greet at Franconello, 10222 S. Western Ave. Meet and greet with fellow 19th Ward business owners, the business association directors, and 19th Ward leadership. Beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres from 7 to 9pm on the rooftop! Organized by the 19th Ward Office, 95th Street […]

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Coffee & Conversation

Afro Joe's Coffee & Tea 1818 W. 99th St., Chicago, IL, United States

Enjoy a cup of coffee with fellow MPBHBA members at our fall networking event! We will meet on Tuesday, October 3, at Afro Joe's, 1818 W. 99th St. Don't miss this opportunity to build relationships with other local business owners and share ideas for strengthening the business environment in Beverly/Morgan Park. Complimentary coffee and pastries […]

Free

Supercharging Your Social Media Strategy: Harnessing the Power of AI, Analytics, and Scheduling

Online

DATE CHANGE: The workshop will now be held on October 4 at 10am over Zoom. Amplify your social media presence through the strategic use of AI-powered tools, advanced analytics, and efficient scheduling techniques. In today's dynamic digital landscape, harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence can significantly enhance your social media strategy and drive remarkable results […]

Free

Ladies & Logos: Women’s Business Month Networking Event

Beverly Arts Center 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL, United States

Join the 19th Ward business and community associations and fellow women business owners on October 9 for a Women's Business Month networking event. Come together to expand your network and share information about your local businesses. Open to women business owners in the 19th Ward. Wear your business brand, bring your business cards, and come […]

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