Highlights

Community Engagement Initiatives

Business should build community, not just profit. Our initiatives bring people together through storytelling, advocacy, and purpose-driven projects that create real impact, spark conversation, and remind us that success means lifting others while we climb.

Entrepreneur Network Access

No one thrives alone. Our network connects entrepreneurs, dreamers, and doers who share values of purpose, equity, and humor. It’s a space for exchanging ideas, support, and those “I’ve been there too” moments that keep us all moving forward.

Leadership Coaching

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about people. Our coaching helps you lead with empathy, humor, and clarity while staying grounded in purpose. We turn real-world experiences into practical guidance that builds confidence, culture, and stronger teams that actually like working together.

Customized Business Advice

Forget cookie-cutter plans. We offer honest, tailored advice shaped by lived experience and community-driven values. Whether you’re growing, pivoting, or just figuring it out, we help you find strategies that fit your goals — and your reality.

New Business License Resources

Just renewed or got your Chicago business license? BACP hands out this New Licensee Resource Booklet

New Business License Resources

Renewed 2 business licenses in one day — took about 5 hours, but got it done. If you have any questions at all, skip the online process and go in person. The BACP agents are knowledgeable and happy to walk you through it (just know your experience can vary depending on who you get).

Once you're done, you'll get the official New Licensee Resource Booklet — grab a copy here.

Link to Booklet  


Congrats on your license! 🎉