Month: August 2019

Episode 11 – Chicago Detours in The Loop, a Tour Guide Company

August 27, 2019 howsbusiness City Programs, Fees, Growth, Licensing 00:09:04 0 Comments

Amanda describes doing business in Chicago as ‘stimulating’. She built a market of Chicagoans interested in off-the-beaten path tourism. Where does she travel to show Chicago’s historic side?

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 9 – Urban Roots Inc. of Bronzeville, a Lawn Care Company

August 6, 2019 howsbusiness Access to Capital, City Programs, Growth, Hiring, Licensing, Self-funded Business, Social Enterprise 00:09:58 0 Comments

Jimmie and Tiffany describe doing business in Chicago as “full of opportunity”. As minority owners of a landscaping business, what do they think the city of Chicago is doing right?