Goldman Sach's next 10,000 Small Businesses cohort begins May 2019; the application deadline is February 15th.

Participants in the 10,000 Small Business program gain the practical business skills to take their business to the next level. In professional workshops, they learn about access to financial capital and build a network of professional support.

Tuition is free to those accepted for the program. Applicants should be the owner or co-owner of a business in operation for at least two years with a minimum of $150,000 in revenues and employing at least four people

Click here to learn more or contact Kristina Wynne - 312/553-3127 kwynne@ccc.edu
Women's Business Development Center

The next ScaleUp cohorts begin February 12th in locations across Chicago. The free eight-week seminar gives established businesses the tools to grow, establish connections to capital, and resources to expand
their business. 
Ideal candidates will have been
In business for more than two years,
Made $50,000+ in revenue last year,
Have 2 or more employees,
Working on the business full time.

To learn more click here ;
To apply directly click here .
To access the Internal Revenue Service bulletin for standard mileage rate to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes,
REAL ESTATE
What's the '78?

Chicago's biggest megadevelopment , the '78, gets its name from the fact that Chicago has 77 recognized neighborhoods and the project is so large it increased that number by one. 

Proposed in early 2018 , the massive 62-acre development will transform the vacant riverfront parcel between Chicago’s South Loop and Chinatown into a new mixed-use neighborhood. It's expected to take two decades and over $5 billion to complete -the largest single developments in the city’s history which will include three new roads and significant Metra and CTA improvements. Click to read the article. ( Curbed Chicago.Kotlarz,Jay. May 2018 )
It's Official -
Portillo's Is Coming to Avondale

You can start contemplating catching a hot dog, Italian beef or Polish....before or after a Cub's game at Wrigley...or just heading out on a spring or summer's eve to the restaurant's outdoor patio.  The chain's third Chicago location is going up on the corner of Addison and Kimball Avenues. 

Surf to their website with this link and sign up for construction updates and a chance to attend a sneak peek taste prior to the grand opening late 2019. The chain, started as a simple hot dog stand in Villa Park in the early 60s, has numerous themed locations in the suburbs but only two others in Chicago in the RIver North and South Loop neighborhoods. 
CHICAGO PROPERTY INVESTORS LLC
Hard-to-find Inexpensive space to Lease in Chicago
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Flying Cars, Bullet Trains, and Moon Shots: 2019’s Top Tech Quick Hits - A dozen tantalizing tech projects debuting this year. Click to read
Six Options if You're Interested in Going Into Space. Click to read
What Where You Live Says About You - Enter your zip code and find out.
Monetizing Climate Change

While the current administration in D.C . rolls back rules and regulations, the U.S.'s largest companies are not only looking forward to countering the possible impact of climate change on their operations but also into new ways to make money. Click to read

( Corporate America Is Getting Ready to Monetize Climate Change - Flavelle, Christopher.1/22/2019)
Ways to Overcome Winter Blues
and Its Effect on Productivity

Cold weather and sunless days can weigh us down and wishing for spring.  
The side effects of a gloomy day can even disrupt workflow and productivity. For
tips to warm up the atmosphere at work, click here . 

( 13 Ways to Help Employees Overcome the Winter Blues and Regain Their Productivity.
Young Entrepreneurs Council )
LET'S EAT
City News Cafe
4018 N. Cicero Avenue - 773/545-7377

City News has been in Six Corners for years and is a neighborhood tradition.  Via Yelp's reviews, it's a great spot to drop by during the day for great coffee, bakery fare, and homemade truffles. There's free Wi-FI if you have a bit of work to do, they stock about 5,000 magazines and publications, and on weekend nights offer live music.
Check out their website
Click for Yelp...
Saturday, February 9th
is National Pizza Day

Not that you need an excuse to celebrate with a slice or two or three....
If you don't have a favorite pizza palace...or want to try a new one, check out the list from Yelp for one near you.
New Training Programs
Launched by IWE

Expanding NFP Employee Skills

A training program launched by IWE, a division of St. Augustine College, and the City of Chicago’s Department of Community Development is designed to improve and expand the skills of non-profit employees at organizations serving Chicago communities.

The program will strengthen the NFP's delivery system by expanding employee skill sets in the areas of management, supervision, customer service, fundraising, planning, and marketing. The sessions will be held at various local non-profit organizations

To learn more contact Robert Kelly, IWE Associate Director of Non-Profit and Healthcare Programs, at 773-878-3775; rkelly@iwe.staugustine.edu
FEJA Contractor Training Program

St. Augustine College and the Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA ) are recruiting for the third cohort of the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) Contractor Training program. The 6-month-long program prepares construction owners and managers for the future energy industry by introducing trainees to solar photovoltaic installation and maintenance.
Click here for info' and to register.

Industrial Maintenance Training

St. Augustine College’s partner in this initiative is with Metropolitan Family Services , offering training in the Northwest side of Chicago in industrial maintenance. Participants will learn about electricity, mechanics, troubleshooting and other aspects of industrial maintenance. The free, 12-week program is held at St. Augustine College, 3245 W. Armitage.

Contact Lenora Dailey, IWE Associate Director of Manufacturing 773-878-3489; ldailey@iwe.staugustine.ed
Illinois Tollway Technical Assistance Program

The Illinois Tollway Technical Assistance (ITA) program offers comprehensive training and technical assistance for participants to become highway construction contractors. IWE is conducting the training with technical assistance from the U.S. Minority Contractor Association/April Cobra and HACIA.  Click here to learn more.
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