entrepreneur Archives - Chicago Treasurer's Office | Melissa Conyears-Ervin - Chicago Treasurer | CTO | Chicago Illinois https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/tag/entrepreneur/ The City Treasurer’s Office is the custodian and manager of all cash and investments for the City of Chicago, the four City employee pension funds, and the Chicago Teacher’s Pension Fund. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:32:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/MCE-Portrait-2024-1-scaled-e1734541513502-150x150.webp entrepreneur Archives - Chicago Treasurer's Office | Melissa Conyears-Ervin - Chicago Treasurer | CTO | Chicago Illinois https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/tag/entrepreneur/ 32 32 Supporting System-Impacted Small Business Owners https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/resources-for-returning-resident-small-business-owners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=resources-for-returning-resident-small-business-owners Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:10:34 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=7710 Supporting System-Impacted Small Business Owners System-impacted entrepreneurs face unique challenges. You don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for a conversation focused on reentry, entrepreneurship, and the tools available to help system-impacted residents move forward with confidence. Hear directly from business owners, community leaders, and resource partners about what it takes to overcome […]

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Supporting System-Impacted Small Business Owners

System-impacted entrepreneurs face unique challenges. You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for a conversation focused on reentry, entrepreneurship, and the tools available to help system-impacted residents move forward with confidence. Hear directly from business owners, community leaders, and resource partners about what it takes to overcome barriers, build a business, and create new opportunities.

Hear about:
🔹 The challenges of starting a business as a returning resident
🔹 The Illinois Clean Slate Act — what it is and how it may help
🔹 Real experiences from the owner of VietFive Coffee on building a business after reentry
🔹 Resources and support from the Mayor’s Office of Reentry and community partners
🔹 Answers to your questions from U.S. Bank, Escape the Odds, and more

📅 Date: April 2, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: VietFive Coffee – 1116 W. Madison St. Chicago, IL.

Click here to find your ward number.

Questions? Visit chicagocitytreasurer.com or email citytreasurerevents@cityofchicago.org.

Click here to register now!

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]]> Building Wealth with Common (BWTT Rebroadcast) https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/building-wealth-with-common-bwtt-rebroadcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=building-wealth-with-common-bwtt-rebroadcast Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:29:59 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=6535 Join Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin and Emmy-winning journalist Val Warner as they host special guest, Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist, actor, and activist Common! This special “Money Mondays” stream focuses on financial empowerment and how to build a lasting legacy. Common shares his insights on the intersection of creativity, purpose, and wealth—offering a unique perspective […]

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]]> Join Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin and Emmy-winning journalist Val Warner as they host special guest, Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist, actor, and activist Common! This special “Money Mondays” stream focuses on financial empowerment and how to build a lasting legacy. Common shares his insights on the intersection of creativity, purpose, and wealth—offering a unique perspective on managing your finances, serving your community, and achieving your ultimate financial goals. Click here to register for free!

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]]> Wealth Wednesdays: Breaking Barriers – Women Leading On and Off the Court https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/breaking-barriers-women-leading-on-and-off-the-court/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breaking-barriers-women-leading-on-and-off-the-court Thu, 23 Oct 2025 21:47:30 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=6012 Get inspired by our dynamic conversation with Renee Montgomery (Co-Owner and VP, WNBA Atlanta Dream), Karen Leetzow (President, Chicago Stars FC), Shari’ Nycole (ESSENCE), and more. November 5th at 12pm and 7pm – Virtual Rebroadcast Register here!  

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]]> Get inspired by our dynamic conversation with Renee Montgomery (Co-Owner and VP, WNBA Atlanta Dream), Karen Leetzow (President, Chicago Stars FC), Shari’ Nycole (ESSENCE), and more.

November 5th at 12pm and 7pm – Virtual Rebroadcast

Register here!

 

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]]> Wealth Wednesday June 2025: Youth Entrepreneurship Panel https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/wealth-wednesday-june-2025-youth-entrepreneurship-panel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wealth-wednesday-june-2025-youth-entrepreneurship-panel Mon, 05 May 2025 20:46:32 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5544 sample logo Discover the determination and creativity behind the entrepreneurial journeys of Chicago’s next generation! Join the City Treasurer for an engaging virtual webinar as she sits down with several young business leaders to explore their paths to success. Hear firsthand how these incredible individuals balance school, work, and family life while building and managing thriving businesses. […]

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]]> Discover the determination and creativity behind the entrepreneurial journeys of Chicago’s next generation! Join the City Treasurer for an engaging virtual webinar as she sits down with several young business leaders to explore their paths to success. Hear firsthand how these incredible individuals balance school, work, and family life while building and managing thriving businesses.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or just curious about what it takes to succeed in today’s fast-paced world, this webinar offers insights, inspiration, and practical advice you won’t want to miss.

Click here to register!

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]]> Money Mondays with Melissa: Veterans in Businesses https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/money-mondays-with-melissa-veterans-in-businesses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-mondays-with-melissa-veterans-in-businesses Mon, 05 May 2025 20:36:50 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5540 2024 MONEY MONDAYS (1) Join us for a special edition webinar, Veterans in Business, hosted by the Chicago Treasurer’s Office. This unique webinar shines a spotlight on veteran business owners—individuals who have proudly served our country and now lead the way as entrepreneurs. Discover their journeys as they share stories of navigating the challenges of business ownership, balancing competing […]

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]]> Join us for a special edition webinar, Veterans in Business, hosted by the Chicago Treasurer’s Office. This unique webinar shines a spotlight on veteran business owners—individuals who have proudly served our country and now lead the way as entrepreneurs. Discover their journeys as they share stories of navigating the challenges of business ownership, balancing competing demands, breaking through barriers, and securing major contracts.

Gain insights, inspiration, and practical advice from those who have turned military discipline and resilience into entrepreneurial success. Don’t miss this empowering conversation celebrating veterans who mean business!

Click here to register!

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]]> Money Mondays with Melissa: Father’s Day Edition https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/money-mondays-with-melissa-june-2025-fathers-day-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-mondays-with-melissa-june-2025-fathers-day-edition Mon, 05 May 2025 20:32:10 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5538 2024 MONEY MONDAYS (1) Join Chicago Treasurer for a heartfelt and empowering special edition of Money Mondays with Melissa: Father’s Day webinar! This unique conversation will spotlight incredible business owners who are not only fathers but also mentors to their children in their thriving family-run operations. Discover how these men navigate the rewarding yet challenging journey of entrepreneurship while […]

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]]> Join Chicago Treasurer for a heartfelt and empowering special edition of Money Mondays with Melissa: Father’s Day webinar!

This unique conversation will spotlight incredible business owners who are not only fathers but also mentors to their children in their thriving family-run operations.

Discover how these men navigate the rewarding yet challenging journey of entrepreneurship while balancing fatherhood.

Whether you’re a dad, aspiring business owner, or simply looking for inspiration, don’t miss out on this uplifting and honest dialogue about family, power, and integrity!

Click here to register!

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]]> Money Mondays with Melissa: Mother’s Day Edition https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/money-mondays-with-melissa-may-2025-mothers-day-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-mondays-with-melissa-may-2025-mothers-day-edition Mon, 05 May 2025 20:29:04 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5535 2024 MONEY MONDAYS (1) Join Chicago Treasurer for a heartfelt and empowering special edition of Money Mondays with Melissa: Mother’s Day webinar! This unique conversation will spotlight two incredible business owners who are not only moms but also mentors to their children in their thriving family-run businesses. Discover how these women navigate the rewarding yet challenging journey of entrepreneurship […]

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]]> Join Chicago Treasurer for a heartfelt and empowering special edition of Money Mondays with Melissa: Mother’s Day webinar!

This unique conversation will spotlight two incredible business owners who are not only moms but also mentors to their children in their thriving family-run businesses.

Discover how these women navigate the rewarding yet challenging journey of entrepreneurship while balancing motherhood. This webinar will explore the realities and triumphs of being a mompreneur.

Whether you’re a mom, aspiring business owner, or simply looking for inspiration, don’t miss out on this uplifting and honest dialogue about family, ambition, and resilience!

Click here to register!

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]]> Influence to Income: How to Monetize Your Social Media Presence (Webinar) https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/influence-to-income-how-to-monetize-your-social-media-presence-webinar/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=influence-to-income-how-to-monetize-your-social-media-presence-webinar Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:41:12 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5441 Influencer Panel V3.3 [Both Times] Join us for an exciting webinar replay of the BWTT 2024 Influencer Panel, moderated by WGCI’s Trey White. This panel brought together some of Chicago’s most inspiring influencers to share their personal journeys and experiences in growing their personal brands and building wealth. During this engaging panel, you’ll hear first-hand stories of perseverance, innovation, and […]

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]]> Join us for an exciting webinar replay of the BWTT 2024 Influencer Panel, moderated by WGCI’s Trey White. This panel brought together some of Chicago’s most inspiring influencers to share their personal journeys and experiences in growing their personal brands and building wealth. During this engaging panel, you’ll hear first-hand stories of perseverance, innovation, and creativity from influential figures who have made their mark on Chicago’s creator scene.

Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
Time: 12pm & 7pm

Click here to register today for free!

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]]> MMI: Returning Citizens Edition (2 Sessions) https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/mmi-returning-citizens-edition-2-sessions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mmi-returning-citizens-edition-2-sessions Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:34:36 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5414 3.13 MMI Returning Citizens Flyer v3-1.png This program will educate and empower returning citizens on managing debt, saving and budgeting, rebuilding credit, finding employment, and more! Thurs. March 13, 2025 2 Sessions: 10AM-2PM / 4PM-8PM Safer Foundation – 808 S. Kedzie Ave. Click Here Register Now!

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]]> This program will educate and empower returning citizens on managing debt, saving and budgeting, rebuilding credit, finding employment, and more!

Thurs. March 13, 2025

2 Sessions: 10AM-2PM / 4PM-8PM

Safer Foundation – 808 S. Kedzie Ave.

Click Here Register Now!

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]]> Money Matters Institute: Small Business Edition https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/events/money-matters-institute-small-business-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=money-matters-institute-small-business-edition Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:03:35 +0000 https://chicagocitytreasurer.com/?post_type=mec-events&p=5401 MMI 2.27 flyer - V2.3.3 Are you looking for ways to grow your business and strengthen your financial knowledge? Look no further! Join us for a small business-focused MMI session February 27th from 4:00-7:30 PM at the Woodson Regional Library, located at 9525 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628. At this special event, you’ll receive valuable financial education on: 💰 Accessing Capital: […]

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]]> Are you looking for ways to grow your business and strengthen your financial knowledge? Look no further! Join us for a small business-focused MMI session February 27th from 4:00-7:30 PM at the Woodson Regional Library, located at 9525 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628.

At this special event, you’ll receive valuable financial education on:

💰 Accessing Capital: Learn how to secure the funding you need to grow your business.
📈 Scaling Your Business: Discover strategies to expand and increase your reach.
💳 Credit Strengthening: Understand how to build and maintain a strong credit profile.
📉 Debt Management: Get tips on managing and reducing business debt.

And Much More!

Join us for an evening filled with expert insights, networking opportunities, and practical advice to help you achieve your business goals. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

Click here to register now!

The Chicago Public Library’s Carter G. Woodson Regional Branch has a parking lot on the south side of the building. The lot has four accessible parking spaces and is accessible from Halsted Street.

We look forward to seeing you there and helping you unlock your business’s full potential!

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