Resources

Beyond the business resources available through the Chamber and in the Members Information Center, there are a number of organizations, many which we partner with, that can provide helpful information.

Chamber Members Map

• Interactive Map

Small Business Administration — Chicago Office

• Resources for small businesses
• 8(a) Business development program for minority-owned firms

City of Evanston

• Securing a business license
• Evanston Edge
  The City of Evanston’s website for economic development news and data.
  • Small Business Mentoring Program

Cook County Community Recovery Initiative

Innovation Technology Center — Skokie

• Support for technology-based businesses

Evanston Public Library

• Resources for small businesses

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

• Access to business advice through counselors and mentors

Educational Resources

• Northwestern University
  • Research Affiliates, Associates & Partners at Northwestern University
  • Center for Technology Transfer
  • Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University

• Oakton Community College
  • Worforce Solutions for Business & Industry

Merchant Associations

• Central Street Merchant Association
• Downtown Evanston*
• The Main-Dempster Mile*
• Evanston West End
• Central Evanston Business Association

*Special Service Area (SSA) designation. 

Additional Resources

• Greening Your Business