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Episode 12 – Boombox Throughout Chicago , an Architect and Developer

September 3, 2019 howsbusiness City Programs, Fees, Growth, Licensing, My first trip to City Hall, Permitting, Red Tape, Retail, Small Business Incubator, Social Enterprise, Zoning 00:17:00 0 Comments

Katherine describes doing business in Chicago as “hilarious”. When she first had the idea to support micro-retail, it was illegal. In what ways has Katherine worked with City Hall to create processes that support microbusiness owners?

Episode 10 – Tea Squares of Englewood, a Food Manufacturer

August 13, 2019 howsbusiness Fees, Food Business, Growth, Hiring, Licensing, Permitting, Red Tape, Retail, Shared Kitchen, Social Enterprise, Wellness 00:09:34 0 Comments

Jordan describes doing business in Chicago as “aspirational”. He always wanted his business to benefit the local South Side community. What employment strategy has he chosen to further this mission?

Episode 7 – Chicago Primal Gym in Lakeview, a Gym

July 23, 2019 howsbusiness Citations, Fees, Licensing, My first trip to City Hall, Permitting, Red Tape, Relocation, Self-funded Business, Waiting in Line, Wellness, Zoning 00:13:35 0 Comments

Sean and Grant describe doing business in Chicago as “a dream come true”. They began their business from Sean’s backyard and faced a variety of zoning challenges. What advice would they now give to self-employed gym owners?

Episode 4 – Upton’s Naturals in Austin, a Food Producer

July 2, 2019 howsbusiness Access to Capital, Citations, City Programs, Food Business, Growth, Health Inspection, Licensing, Marketing, Permitting, Red Tape, Relocation, Retail, Self-funded Business, Shared Kitchen, Vegan 00:13:18 Comments Off on Episode 4 – Upton’s Naturals in Austin, a Food Producer

Nicole and Dan describe doing business in Chicago as “resourceful”. They saved thousands when bringing their food space up to code. How did they do it?

Episode 3 – Middle Brow Beer Co. in Logan Square, a Brewery and Brewpub

June 25, 2019 howsbusiness Citations, Economic Recession, Fees, Food Business, Growth, Hiring, Marketing, Permitting, Red Tape, Self-funded Business, Social Enterprise 00:15:32 0 Comments

Pete describes doing business in Chicago as “optimistic”. He followed a Brew Pub model, but how did outsourcing the production of his beer make him feel?