Classes and Events
Department of Business Affairs and Licensing November Workshops
November Class Schedule
10/5/2008 3:00:00 PM – 10/21/2008 11:00:00 AM
Phone Registration:312.744.5344
Ready for City Inspectors?*
November 5th, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Presented by the City of Chicago
Most businesses need to pass inspections to obtain a City business license or operate a business. Come learn from the major inspecting departments that will share important information to help you prepare your business for inspection.
Know the do’s and don’ts, ask questions and get answers pertaining to your next inspection.
How to Write a Business Plan
November 7th, 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Presented by Illinois SBDC/Duman Micro Enterprise Center at JVS
Discover the basic elements necessary to complete a Business Plan for your new or existing small business. Topics include why it’s needed, where to start, what it should contain, what’s most important, and how to use it.
City Contracting 101: How to Respond to a Request for Proposal (RFP)
November 12th, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Presented by the Department of Procurement Services (DPS)
This workshop is a must for small businesses interested in completing a City of Chicago Request for Proposal (RFP). Learn best practices on how to respond to an RFP. Know what evaluators look for in RFPs and learn the common mistakes as well as helpful tips to navigate the RFP
specification.
Facts About The New Expediter License
November 14th, 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Presented by Department of Business Affairs & Licensing
Starting in January 2009, individuals commonly referred to as “expediters” who often work on the behalf of developers,
contractors and homeowners in obtaining permits, business licenses and certificates will be required to obtain an Expediter Business License. Attend this workshop and learn the requirements and steps to obtain this license.
How to Get Certified
November 19th, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Doing Business with the CITY of chicago
November 19th, 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Presented by the Department of Procurement Services (DPS)
Are you interested in doing business with or being a certified
vendor with the City of Chicago? You don’t want to miss this workshop. Come learn about the different types of procurement opportunities as well as the City’s contract monitoring and compliance standards.
Business Works Seminar** Presented by ACCION Chicago
November 20th, 5:30 pm –9:00 pm
West Side Technical Institute, 2800 S. Western Avenue
This free business seminar is a must for anybody interested in starting or growing a business. Visit with over 30 exhibitors,
4 free workshops: importing, financing your business, locating and marketing research, and in spanish, Como Iniciar un Negocio en Chicago**.
Choosing Your Legal Entity
November 21st, 9:30 am –11:00 am
Presented by Brian Fons from Corporate Creations
All businesses need to choose the legal entity that best suits them. Learn the differences between a C-corporation, S-corporation, LLC, and other types of legal entities. Learn how to maintain a legal entity and maximize protection for you. Learn the legal and tax implications of each entity.
*Workshops offered once a month.
All workshops are FREE and are located at the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Licensing
City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St., Room 805