Centers in Uptown and the South Parkway offer small business training courses and free counseling to small-business owners and those interested in self-employment.

The ACN's Consultant Index is an up-to-date resource listing experts and experienced consultants who serve the nonprofit community.

Helps to foster ethical relationships between businesses and the public. Assists with disputes and mediation between consumers and businesses.

This site explains the arts business program at the Boulevard Arts Center.

The Department of Consumer Services protects consumers and business owners from unfair marketplace practices, as well as provides information on residential landlords.

Comprehensive fund-raising resource center for Chicago nonprofits, and an arts advocate in the local philanthropic community.

Free consulting services for small businesses. Assists with business plans, incorporation, and many logistical and strategic concerns.

Protects and educates the Illinois public on matters involving the financial, insurance and real estate industries.

Regulates, licenses and disciplines real estate agents, appraisers, building inspectors, accountants, architects and interior designers. Also offers an on-line license verification search.

MCIC is a not-profit research and consulting resource providing strategic insights, analysis, and reports to non-profits, businesses and governments in Chicago.