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The Crucial Role of Community Development Financial Institutions

Larry Ivory

Sep 27, 20242 min read

The Crucial Role of Community Development Financial Institutions

In the heart of Illinois, a quiet revolution is taking place in the world of small business financing. Community Development Financial...

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The Evolving Impact of Illinois' Cannabis Social Equity Program: Progress and Challenges

Larry Ivory

Sep 27, 20243 min read

The Evolving Impact of Illinois' Cannabis Social Equity Program: Progress and Challenges

When Illinois legalized recreational cannabis in 2020, it made history by prioritizing social equity in its legislation. The Cannabis...

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Bridging the Gap: How Illinois' Black-Owned Construction Firms Can Capitalize on the Federal Infrastructure Bill

Larry Ivory

Sep 27, 20242 min read

Bridging the Gap: How Illinois' Black-Owned Construction Firms Can Capitalize on the Federal Infrastructure Bill

For Black-owned construction & engineering firms in Illinois, this massive investment in our nation's infrastructure could be a game-changer

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The Vital Role of Black-Owned Businesses in Driving Illinois' Economic Growth

Larry Ivory

Sep 27, 20243 min read

The Vital Role of Black-Owned Businesses in Driving Illinois' Economic Growth

One of the most significant contributions of Black-owned businesses is job creation. According to Governor Pritzker, there are over 141,000

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Tools for
Business Success

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Knowledge is Power for Growth

The Crucial Role of Community Development Financial Institutions

The Evolving Impact of Illinois' Cannabis Social Equity Program: Progress and Challenges

Bridging the Gap: How Illinois' Black-Owned Construction Firms Can Capitalize on the Federal Infrastructure Bill

The Vital Role of Black-Owned Businesses in Driving Illinois' Economic Growth

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Knowledge is Power for Growth

The Crucial Role of Community Development Financial Institutions

The Evolving Impact of Illinois' Cannabis Social Equity Program: Progress and Challenges

Bridging the Gap: How Illinois' Black-Owned Construction Firms Can Capitalize on the Federal Infrastructure Bill

The Vital Role of Black-Owned Businesses in Driving Illinois' Economic Growth

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