Cultivate Your Essence is a counseling, coaching, and wellness practice serving Black women and girls through culturally responsive mental health care and personal development. Founded by Lauren Michelle Jackson,…

Busy B Laundromat – 53rd & Ashland is a self-service laundromat in Chicago’s Gage Park area, offering modern, card-operated laundry equipment for everyday washing and large loads. Established in…

Dockside Delivery is a Chicago-based food delivery and catering business that brings meals, groceries, snacks, and beverages directly to boats and marinas along Chicago’s lakefront. Founded by entrepreneur Terri…

Ette the Wedding Tailor is a Black-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and woman-owned bridal tailoring studio in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Founded in 2018 by bridal designer Kpoene’ Kofi-Bruce, Ette specializes in…

N&A Slick Cycle is a bicycle repair business serving Chicago and the surrounding Chicagoland area. Established in 2021, the business offers bicycle tune-ups, complete overhauls, assembly, and customization, with…

Laury Bride is a Black-owned bridal design house in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood specializing in wedding gowns that reflect each bride’s personal style, vision, and individuality. Founded by fashion designer…

Joseph R. Jones Funeral Home is a family-owned funeral home on Chicago’s West Side that has served families since 1973. Founded by Joseph R. Jones, the business continues his…

Progressive Funeral Parlor is a Black-owned funeral home on Chicago’s South Side, serving families since 1965. Founded by Jake and Gervaise T. Hill, the funeral home provides compassionate, personalized…

NerdsToGo – Chicago Downtown – Magnificent Mile provides IT support, computer repair, and technology solutions for small businesses and individuals in Chicago. The local franchise helps clients resolve technical…