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Expedited Restaurant Licensing Pilot Program
Aug
31
10:00 A²Ñ10:00

Expedited Restaurant Licensing Pilot Program

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Presented by the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

Under the Mayor’s Chi Biz Strong Initiative, the Expedited Restaurant Licensing (ERL) pilot program went into effect July 31, 2021. The ERL process helps fill empty restaurant spaces quickly and enables new restaurants to open up to 14 days sooner. If you have seen a vacant restaurant space and want to open a restaurant in the previous space, this webinar will cover how to do just that!

The pilot program allows for a retail food establishment license applicant to open a new restaurant at a location previously occupied and vacated by another properly licensed restaurant, assuming the previous restaurant passed a Chicago Department of Health inspection on or after July 1, 2018, and that no structural, plumbing, ventilation or electrical systems have been changed. Learn the requirements of this expedited license application process.

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WEBINAR: Financial Statement Basics
Aug
27
9:30 A²Ñ09:30

WEBINAR: Financial Statement Basics

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How to get started reading, understanding and using the financial statements. What’s behind the numbers when you look at the balance sheet, income statement, statement of retained earnings and statement of cashflows for a company? This will be a brief overview of how to get information from those statements and why having competent accountants preparing them is important.


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WEBINAR: Emergency Grants and Loans for Small Businesses
Aug
25
3:00 P²Ñ15:00

WEBINAR: Emergency Grants and Loans for Small Businesses

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Allies for Community Business (formerly Accion Chicago) is the program administrator of the $250 million State of Illinois Back to Business (B2B) Grant Program. Join us to get detailed information about B2B eligibility and application requirements, as well as answers to your questions about the program. In addition, learn about A4CB small business loans between $500 and $100,000. A4CB will give an overview of what is required to apply for a small business loan which carries a 3% interest rate until the end of 2021.


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Checkeditout Chicago, Presented by Westmont Porsche and Porsche Downtown Chicago: A Modern Classic Display
Aug
21
9:00 A²Ñ09:00

Checkeditout Chicago, Presented by Westmont Porsche and Porsche Downtown Chicago: A Modern Classic Display

  • 1200 West Fulton Market Chicago, IL, 60607 United States
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The Chicago Porsche Convergence is an opportunity for all Porsche enthusiasts to gather in the heart of the city. It's the appreciation and celebration of the Porsche’s unique 70+ year legacy, represented in each owner’s pride and joy. It’s a sharing of great stories, road trips, restorations, and racing – a moment collective that continues to uniquely define Porsche culture.

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WEBINAR: Plan for a Successful Business
Aug
18
3:00 P²Ñ15:00

WEBINAR: Plan for a Successful Business

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A thoughtful and well-executed business plan is the first step for every potential entrepreneur. Businesses differ in value, marketing, production, operations, and financial objectives, and good planning increases the odds of success.This workshop covers the essential elements of business plan development.


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WEBINAR: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
Aug
13
9:30 A²Ñ09:30

WEBINAR: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps

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Learn about Google My Business, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your business profile or a simple website.
In this session we’ll show you how to:
-Create or claim your Business Profile on Google
-Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
-Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers
-Create a free website using the info from your Business Profile


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WEBINAR: City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers
Aug
4
3:00 P²Ñ15:00

WEBINAR: City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers

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The Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, Department of Public Health, and the Department of Buildings will provide insight on how operate a compliant business in the City of Chicago. Topics covered will include how to prepare for inspections, building permits and sign display requirements, food inspection overview and necessary certificates, and zoning review procedures. Learn how to operate safely and avoid common setbacks.


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