Business & Economic Development

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Free Online Learning - Learn Microsoft Office 2010: Tom Otto, Dec 22, 2011; The Humboldt park Business Resource Network now offers free online learning. Learn Microsoft Office 2010 and more in a web-based and self-paced format. Learn new skills to grow and improve your…
Upcoming Smart Communities Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Dec 2, 2011; The Smart Communities program works to increase digital access and use by families, businesses and other institutions in five moderate- and low-income Chicago neighborhoods including Humboldt Park.…
The WBDC Technology Makeover Contest $100,000 in Computer Hardware and Services: Tom Otto, Nov 16, 2011; The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is now accepting applications for its 2011 Small Business Technology Makeover Competition with a chance to win more than $100,000 in FREE…
Healthy Stores Campaign Engages with Chicago Central Park Foods: Tom Otto, Nov 15, 2011; Three went and grabbed chips, candy, and soda. A fourth stood in front of the healthy corner kiosk and cooler and came to the check out with a small bag of grapes, an apple and a banana.
Humboldt Park corner stores get fresh: Jenna Barnes, Nov 9, 2011; Humboldt Park residents could see more fresh produce in corner stores as a new program grows to combat the effects of the neighborhood’s food desert. Launched by the West Humboldt Park…
Humboldt Park Portal - a Resource for Businesses, Residents, Non-Profits: Tom Otto, Nov 1, 2011; The Humboldt Park Portal is a business, civic, arts and community website where residents and others can learn about the Humboldt Park neighborhood, plug into local resources and share the Humboldt…
November Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Nov 1, 2011; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge? Check out the following November schedule for workshops? that can…
Smart Communities Program Builds Smart Businesses: Tom Otto, Oct 31, 2011; The Smart Communities program works to increase digital access and use by families, businesses and other institutions in five moderate- and low-income Chicago neighborhoods including Humboldt Park.
Social Networking for Restaurants Workshop Sept 27: Tom Otto, Sep 2, 2011; Restaurant Owners! Learn the latest tools and techniques to utilize social media (Twitter, FaceBook, Yelp, etc) to market your restaurant and bring in new customers.
Chicago Avenue Stakeholders Meeting a Success: Tom Otto, Aug 15, 2011; Over 40 business owners and commercial property owners attended the Chicago Avenue Stakeholders Meeting Thursday, August 11 at Sanctuary Place.
Business workshops In Humboldt Park!: Tom Otto, Jul 29, 2011; We have brought business workshops to Humboldt Park. These FREE business workshops will help you reduce your costs, bring in more customers, and increase your revenue. Check out the Workshop listing…
Humboldt Park Business Survey: Tom Otto, Jul 29, 2011; The City of Chicago Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) in partnership with West Humboldt Park Development Council request your participation in a business retention and…
Chicago Avenue Stakeholders Meeting Thursday, August 11: Tom Otto, Jul 12, 2011; We are planning an important lunch meeting for all property owners and business owners along Chicago Avenue. With the redevelopment of Chicago Avenue, the planned streetscape and several proposed…
June Business Workshops: Tom Otto, May 31, 2011; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge? Check out the following June Schedule for workshops that can help…
Business Owners: Get more customers and reduce costs using Free Technology Workshops.: Tom Otto, May 20, 2011; Technology is changing the way we shop, the way we do business, the way we work, and the way the world works. I ran across a fascinating CNBC documentary on Google and technology called…
Fourth Annual BEEP Expo Connects Residents with Opportunities: Christy Prahl, Apr 11, 2011; Orr Community Academy played host to the 4th annual Entrepreneurial and Career Expo on Saturday, April 9. Several residents were already waiting at the door when the Expo opened at 9:00am.
2011 Eileen Fisher Business Grant Program for Women Entrepreneurs: Tom Otto, Mar 28, 2011; 2011 Eileen Fisher Business Grant Program for Women Entrepreneurs Eileen Fisher Inc will award up to 5 grants of $12,500 to the winners of the 2011 Women's Entrepreneur Grant Program. Your business…
March Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Feb 28, 2011; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge?
The commercial district manager -- a key piece in the puzzle of neighborhood revitalization: Malik Elliott, Feb 28, 2011; The task of commercial district managers may seem ambitious given the anemic market for new development in the residential and commercial sectors in the U.S. And it is!
February Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Feb 14, 2011; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge?
Sidewalk Snow Clearance Campaign: Tom Otto, Jan 7, 2011; The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Mayor’s Pedestrian Advisory Council (MPAC) are continuing efforts to encourage sidewalk snow removal by businesses and residents.
Humboldt Park Businesses Can Take Advantage of Free & Low-cost Technology Assistance: Tom Otto, Dec 20, 2010; Connecting your business with tools to increase your profits. Does your business need a "technology check-up"? Confused about hardware & software options? Do you want a website but unsure…
Technology Resources for Business: Tom Otto, Dec 16, 2010; Your success in business today depends on your ability stay current with technology. You must be able to manage and implement effective technology solutions. New technologies give you a competitive…
December Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Nov 29, 2010; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge?
November Business Workshops: Tom Otto, Nov 1, 2010; Did you know that the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs offers a regular set of business workshops free of charge?

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