What we’re about
This Meetup group was created to increase exposure in our community. The Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) hosts monthly events in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. While we have just begun building our presence on Meetup, the SBAC has an established membership and this Meetup group does not reflect all that attend.
This is a group for anyone interested in Small Business Advocacy, professional networking, and savings for your business. Small Business Owners and those that service small businesses should join this Meetup to expand their professional networks and support the best small business advocacy group in Illinois. The SBAC has fought to give small businesses a voice locally, in Springfield, and in Washington, D.C. SBAC successes include: drafting legislation leading to intrastate equity crowdfunding and lowering LLC fees!
History
The Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) was established in 2010 and represents hundreds of businesses in the Chicagoland area and thousands of businesses including our coalition partners. The SBAC is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organization.
Mission Statement
The SBAC is a non-partisan, member driven organization that promotes the success of small business through political advocacy, support services, and educational programs.
Membership Policies
The SBAC allows non-members to attend up to three events as a guest to see if the SBAC is a good fit for them before joining. A SBAC membership is by organization, so all members of your organization can attend unlimited events when your organization joins the SBAC. For all Membership Policies, click here.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- SBAC Connects! in Lake County (3rd Tuesday each month)Scrambled, Deerfield, IL
A great place to relax and talk a little business. This event will also provide our members and guests with the chance to make new connections, share best practices and build up strategic relationships.
Please contact host, Wayne Karlins ([email protected]), with any inquiries.
Please register at the following link: https://sbac.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/DpBbBlmp?sourceTypeId=Hub&mode=Attendee
- Coffee & Commerce (3rd Wednesday each month) with Multiple ChambersHeritage Bikes & Coffee, Chicago, IL
Whether you're looking to make new business connections or just want to exchange ideas with other small business owners, Coffee & Commerce is the perfect opportunity to enhance your professional network. Come sip, share and succeed at Coffee & Commerce, the third Wednesday of every month, at 9:00 a.m.
Grab your favorite morning brew and join in for the great company and conversation. This event is hosted in partnership with the Lincoln Park Chamber, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber and Small Business Advocacy Council.
This is a free event to members of the SBAC, LPCC and Lakeview Roscoe Village chambers and their guests.
Please use the following link to register:
https://sbac.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/9p9bRX3P?sourceTypeId=Hub&mode=AttendeeDirect all inquiries to Patti ([email protected]).
- SBAC Connects! Virtual (2nd Friday each month)Link visible for attendees
A great place to relax and talk a little business. This event will also provide our members and guests with the chance to make new connections, share best practices and build up strategic relationships.
Please click here to register!
