THE START OF A NEW ERA
BUILDING BLACK
BUSINESS POWER
Join the Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce for Lobby Day 2026 as Black entrepreneurs, executives, and business leaders come together in Springfield to help shape policy, strengthen relationships, and advance an economic agenda that reflects our collective interests.
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April 2026
OFFICIAL DATE ANNOUNCEMENT
Lobby Day 2026
A critical opportunity for Black business leaders from across Illinois to convene in Springfield, engage with constitutional officers, department leaders, and legislators, and ensure our voice is present where policy, procurement, and economic opportunity are shaped.
State Capitol
Springfield, Illinois
Open Access
All Active Members
WHY SHOWING UP MATTERS
Collective advocacy is how Black business turns presence into power. Lobby Day creates space for entrepreneurs and business leaders to show up together, speak with clarity, and build influence in the rooms where decisions are made.
Amplify Black Business Voices
Ensure our concerns, priorities, and opportunities are represented where public decisions are made.
Advocate for Equitable Legislation
Support policies that expand access to capital, contracts, and long-term business growth.
Strengthen Relationships
Build lasting connections with lawmakers, agency leaders, and strategic partners across Illinois.
Increase Awareness of Resources
Learn more about programs, procurement pathways, grants, and support available to your business.
Build Collective Power
Stand with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders to move from individual effort to coordinated influence.
SHOW UP TO THE TABLE NOT ON THE MENU
Receive official Lobby Day 2026 updates, registration announcements, and key information from the Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce as we organize Black business leaders from across Illinois to show up in Springfield with purpose, unity, and a clear agenda.