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Building Generational Wealth

Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce

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In Loving Memory of

REVEREND

JESSE LOUIS JACKSON SR.

Illinois State Black

Chamber of Commerce

Business professionals

What do we do?

The Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce (ILBCC) is dedicated to supporting and empowering Black-owned businesses across Illinois. We provide resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help our members thrive in today's competitive marketplace.

Through strategic partnerships, educational programs, and community engagement, we create pathways for economic growth and sustainable business development.

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We help you

Grow...

Expand Locally & Internationally: Our Zimbabwe trade mission opens doors to unprecedented African market access for Illinois businesses. With strong partnerships across several countries around the world, we broker meaningful business relationships for our members, connecting them to valuable international opportunities. Join us and take your business to the global stage.

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Fund...

We help you

Fund...

Empowering Your Funding Journey: At the Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce, we help you secure the financial resources necessary for your business growth. Our dedicated team provides guidance on accessing grants, loans, and investment opportunities, ensuring you have the support to thrive in a competitive market.

We help you

Network...

We Forge Powerful Networks: We connect Black businesses to a wealth of essential resources, experienced mentors, and game-changing relationships that can significantly elevate your enterprise and expand your reach.

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Advocate...

We help you

Advocate...

We Amplify Your Voice: We take your concerns from the streets of Illinois to the halls of power in Springfield and Washington D.C., ensuring that Black business interests are heard, respected, and acted upon at every level of government.

Upcoming Events

Be sure to check our event calendar

We host several events throughout the year and so do our members. Click the link below to access our full event calendar, register for events and purchase tickets when needed.

Business Networking Breakfast

Chicago, IL

June 15, 2026

Small Business Workshop

Springfield, IL

July 22, 2026

Annual Gala & Awards

Chicago, IL

August 10, 2026

Events

Board Members

William Kyles

William Kyles

Officer

Tina Augustus

Tina Augustus

Officer

Lee Coleman

Lee Coleman

Officer

Stephanie Hickman

Stephanie Hickman

Board Member

Ben S. McMillan, III

Ben S. McMillan, III

Board Member

Joyce Johnson

Joyce Johnson

Board Member

Malcolm Crawford

Malcolm Crawford

Board Member

Nosa Ehimwenman

Nosa Ehimwenman

Board Member

John Griffin, Jr

John Griffin, Jr

Board Member

Keymanna Paulas

Keymanna Paulas

Board Member

Dr. Jeffery Sterling, MD

Dr. Jeffery Sterling, MD

Board Member

Michael Sutton

Michael Sutton

Board Member

Become a Member

Join the movement.

Wake Up Chicago

Our own

Radio Show

  • WVON 1690 AM, HeartRadio & YouTube Podcast
  • Saturdays at 9 AM to 10 AM CST
  • Call in live: 773-591-1890
  • Unfiltered The Wake Up Show Chicago, our mission is to empower, uplift, and amplify black-owned businesses and resources through a dynamic panel of hosts.

Our Dedicated Sponsors

aetna
allwyn
ameren
ardmore roderick
at&t2
banks & company

Interested in sponsoring?

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Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.
– Barack Obama

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