Serving the Cragin, Hermosa, Montclare,
Humboldt Park & N. Austin Communities
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November 10th, 2020
JPMorgan Chase/Kellogg School of Management Opportunity - Local Resources for Education, Vocational Training & Trained Workers -
NW University Workshop - NWCC Member Spotlight -
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Kellogg, JPMorgan Chase
Seeking Business Participants
The Kellogg School of Management and JPMorgan Chase have partnered to offer ASCEND - Business Growth VI, a live virtual management education program. The partnership seeks minority-owned and other businesses located in Chicago's under-resourced neighborhoods on the South and West Sides, or those who hire a significant percentage of employees from those areas.
Businesses with revenue from $500,000 to $20,000,000, and employing five or more persons are the best fit. However, companies with lower incomes but with high growth potential will also be considered.
The partnership aligns management education, market access, and capital access to grow businesses and jobs in low and moderate-income (LMI) communities in Chicago. It also develops a network that links business schools, market access organizations, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), and Chase Small Business Banking.
Applications are reviewed in the order received with a one-week response time.
Questions: Michele Rogers, Program Director/Clinical Assistant Professor
Office: 847/491-8689 Mobile: 312/618-5000
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ASCEND Session Schedule
- Sunday, November 15th - 2 AM to 4:45 PM - this session is mandatory
- The balance of sessions run Mondays through Thursdays
- November 16th to 19th - 8:45 AM to 12:15 PM
- November 30th to December 1st - 8:45 AM to 12:15 PM
- No sessions Thanksgiving week.
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Logan Square Development Approved
After a nearly two-year delay, the Chicago City Council recently approved a planned development by Blue Star Properties for a boutique hotel at 2616-18 N. Milwaukee Avenue - the Grace
Furniture building.
Logan Square Boutique Hotel is Still on Track - With Longman & Eagle Group Now as Operator, Lawyer Says.
Mina Bloom - Block Club Chicago, 11/4/2020
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Education, Training & Employment Assistance:
Greater West Town Community Development Project
Established in 1988, Greater West Town Community Development Project
is a community-based organization providing educational and economic opportunities for the Greater West Town communities - Humboldt Park, North Lawndale, East/West Garfield Park, and Austin. Their programs include the West Town Academy Alternative High School for young people, ages 17-21, pursuing a high school diploma, vocational training in Woodworking, and Shipping & Receiving, and assistance for those completing the training in job placement.
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JARC Reopens West Side Training Center
Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC) reopened its West Side Training Center at Freedman Seating Company - a long-time employer/partner of JARC. The West Side location offers CNC Fast Track, Welding Fast Track, and the Manufacturing Bridge program. Plans include adding 3-D Printing and Mechanical Assembly.
Click here for information about JARC and program offerings.
Freedman Seating Company News 10/2/2020
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Training & Support for Jobs In Manufacturing
Manufacturing Renaissance established The Young Manufacturers Association (YMA) in 2016. It's both a network and a program for young adults, ages 18-29, who are pursuing careers in manufacturing, in training, or interested in a career in manufacturing. YMA provides services on an as-needed basis, including career coaching, wrap-around supports, employer liaison to troubleshoot issues that arise at work, and training.
Click here for more information about YMA, or contact Torres Hughes,
Click here to learn more about Manufacturing Renaissance.
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NWCC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT - SOFY's UNISEX SALON
4102 W, Armitage Avenue, Chicago IL - 773/252-1995
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Sofy's Unisex Celebrates
Thirty Years in Hermosa Community...
Located in the heart of the Hermosa Community, Sofy's Unisex Salon offers a wide range of services for her clients - cuts and styles for youngsters to senior citizens and in between.
Mom of three grown children, owner Irma Curiel (shown at left with a client) named the Salon for her oldest daughter Sofy. An active NWCC member for over 20 years, Irma can be counted on to participate in the Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Santa Claus promotions. If you could do with a little pampering in these trying times, Irma treats her customers like royalty. Give Sofy's a call at 773/252-1995 - the Salon's open Monday thru Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
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Shopping local goes a long way to helping local businesses survive, if not thrive. By maintaining the tax base, property values are preserved and there are fewer vacant storefronts.
NWCC Members: Groceries, Bakeries & Liquor Stores
Click name to go to website
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Just an early FYI
Mark your calendar...
Santa will pay his usual visit to our neighborhood this year but will do it a little differently because of COVID.
His pack will be filled with candy to give out while he strolls along North Avenue and on Armitage, too. Download/view a flyer with the place and times.
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Northwestern University Workshop
Are you a minority or women small business leader, or do you own a small business in the Chicagoland area? Are you interested in gaining additional skills and learning more about how Northwestern University makes procurement decisions? These free workshops provide information on doing business with Northwestern University and sessions on legal and business issues that owners face. Click for flyer of presenters.
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Thursday, November 12th, 2020
- 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Negotiation for Underdogs:
Friday, November 13th, 2020
- 9 to 9:45 AM - Introduction to Doing Business with
- 10 to 11:30 AM - Marketing Strategy Essentials
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Buddy - Showcase for Artists,
Small Manufacturers Products
BUDDY is a new store that will open in the Chicago Cultural Center when COVID restrictions are lifted; it currently operates online. Created by the Public Media Institute, the shop showcases and sells items made by Chicago artists and small manufacturers. It's a great source for buying and selling local.
Click here for BUDDY. If you're a local artist or manufacturer interested in selling your art or products, click here to learn more.
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NWCC's Commercial Real Estate Inventory
The NW Connection Chamber maintains an inventory of commercial and industrial properties for sale and lease. Agents, brokers, and owners are invited to send their listings for inclusion.
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up-to-date info' about programs, resources, events and
webinars. Click HERE to Check out our website
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The NW Connection Chamber of Commerce, a delegate agency of the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs, is funded to provide assistance to the
Cragin, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, and North Austin Communities.
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