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Empower your business with the CTA's Building Small Businesses Program:
Designed to elevate small, diverse construction firms to new heights.
Tap into our immersive financial-building tools, access capital and bonding, forge procurement connections, and master advanced organizational practices to power your growth and
ascend to the next level.

Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Workshop Details:
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Date: Thu, May 9, 2024
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Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM CST
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Location: Olive-Harvey College 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Focus Areas:
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Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
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Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.
For More Information, Contact: Suzanne Arkle | suzanne@zanninc.com | 312.543.6317

Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Program Orientation Details:
Dates:
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Thurs, April 17, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM CST
Location: The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Chicago
1250 W 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Focus Areas:
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Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
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Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.




Empower your business with the CTA's Building Small Businesses Program:
Designed to elevate small, diverse construction firms to new heights.
Tap into our immersive financial-building tools, access capital and bonding, forge procurement connections, and master advanced organizational practices to power your growth and
ascend to the next level.

Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Workshop Details:
-
Date: Thu, May 9, 2024
-
Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM CST
-
Location: Olive-Harvey College 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Focus Areas:
-
Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
-
Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.
For More Information, Contact: Suzanne Arkle | suzanne@zanninc.com | 312.543.6317

Chicago Transit Authority
DBE Certification Workshop
Join us for an informative workshop designed to guide small business owners through the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification process.
Workshop Details:
Dates:
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Thurs, May 15, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM CST
Location: HACIA 650 W. Lake St, Suite 415
Chicago, IL 60661
What You'll Learn:
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Eligibility criteria for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification
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Required documents for DBE certification.
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Steps to becoming certified
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What happens after you receive your DBE certification
About the Speaker: Benjamin Bedenfield, Chicago Transit Authority
Benjamin has been a certifier, educator, and advocate for small businesses in the CTA's Diversity Programs department for 7 years. He is considered an expert amongst his peers and well-versed in the federal regulations governing the DBE program. Benjamin manages one of the nation's leading certification programs with direct emphasis on promoting equitable economic opportunity for small business owners.
RSVP is required.



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Empower your business with the CTA's Building Small Businesses Program:
Designed to elevate small, diverse construction firms to new heights.
Tap into our immersive financial-building tools, access capital and bonding, forge procurement connections, and master advanced organizational practices to power your growth and
ascend to the next level.

SOUL Mastermind Breakfast Series for Growth-Oriented Contractors
The SOUL Mastermind Breakfast series is an enriching program designed for early growth stage construction contractors who aspire to master the art of securing public works contracts. Through a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage the elevation of mindset, expansion of operational expertise, and the cultivation of valuable industry connections.
Key Series Topics:
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Project Management Mastery: A 16-segment journey through project planning, scheduling, and monitoring.
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Financial Management: Dive deep into rebates, invoicing, and controlling costs.
-
Compliance: Master the essentials of project close-out and record-keeping.
Special Onboarding:
Prepare for success with the B.O.S.S.'s Buildertrend Onboarding session.
Please choose the time that best suits your schedule:
-
Register for Tuesday Morning Sessions:
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8:30 AM - Breakfast | 9:00 AM - Zoom Session Begins
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Register for Thursday Evening Sessions:
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Zoom Session Begins
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Full Program Details & Schedule:
For a comprehensive overview of our upcoming events, please download our detailed schedule: Download the Event PDF.
For additional information or assistance, feel free to contact:
Cyndi Stewart
-
Schedule a quick call: Book with Cyndi
Eya Louis
-
Book an appointment: Book with Eya


Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Workshop Details:
-
Date: Thu, May 9, 2024
-
Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM CST
-
Location: Olive-Harvey College 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Focus Areas:
-
Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
-
Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.
For More Information, Contact: Suzanne Arkle | suzanne@zanninc.com | 312.543.6317

Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Program Orientation Details:
Dates:
-
Thurs, June 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM CST
Location: JLM Abundant Life 2622 W Jackson Blvd Chicago, IL 60612
Focus Areas:
-
Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
-
Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.




Chicago Transit Authority
Building Small Businesses Program
Join us for an intensive session designed to accelerate the growth of small businesses.
Workshop Details:
-
Date: Thu, May 9, 2024
-
Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM CST
-
Location: Olive-Harvey College 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Focus Areas:
-
Financial Management: Navigate your business's finances with confidence.
-
Access to Capital: Discover new sourcing avenues to fuel your growth.
-
Technical Support: Gain back office support that keeps you focused on what you do best.
-
Procurement Connections: Connect with procurement opportunities and expand your reach.
This event is free and specifically tailored to diverse and small business construction firms.
For More Information, Contact: Suzanne Arkle | suzanne@zanninc.com | 312.543.6317

Chicago Transit Authority
DBE Certification Workshop
Join the CTA's Building Small Businesses (BSB) Program for an informative workshop designed to guide small business owners through the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification process.
Workshop Details:
Dates:
-
Thurs, May 15, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM CST
Location: HACIA 650 W. Lake St, Suite 415 Chicago, IL 60661
What You'll Learn:
-
Eligibility criteria for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification
-
Required documents for DBE certification
-
Steps to becoming certified
-
What happens after you receive your DBE certification
About the Speaker: Benjamin Bedenfield, Chicago Transit Authority
Benjamin has been a certifier, educator, and advocate for small businesses in the CTA's Diversity Programs department for 7 years. He is considered an expert amongst his peers and well-versed in the federal regulations governing the DBE program. Benjamin manages one of the nation's leading certification programs with direct emphasis on promoting equitable economic opportunity for small business owners.
RSVP Required


Empower your business with the CTA's Building Small Businesses Program:
Designed to elevate small, diverse construction firms to new heights.
Tap into our immersive financial-building tools, access capital and bonding, forge procurement connections, and master advanced organizational practices to power your growth and
ascend to the next level.

SOUL Mastermind Breakfast Series for Growth-Oriented Contractors
The SOUL Mastermind Breakfast series is an enriching program designed for early growth stage construction contractors who aspire to master the art of securing public works contracts. Through a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage the elevation of mindset, expansion of operational expertise, and the cultivation of valuable industry connections.
Key Series Topics:
-
Project Management Mastery: A 16-segment journey through project planning, scheduling, and monitoring.
-
Financial Management: Dive deep into rebates, invoicing, and controlling costs.
-
Compliance: Master the essentials of project close-out and record-keeping.
Special Onboarding:
Prepare for success with the B.O.S.S.'s Buildertrend Onboarding session.
Please choose the time that best suits your schedule:
-
Register for Tuesday Morning Sessions:
-
8:30 AM - Breakfast | 9:00 AM - Zoom Session Begins
-
-
Register for Thursday Evening Sessions:
-
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Zoom Session Begins
-
Full Program Details & Schedule:
For a comprehensive overview of our upcoming events, please download our detailed schedule: Download the Event PDF.
For additional information or assistance, feel free to contact:
Cyndi Stewart
-
Schedule a quick call: Book with Cyndi
Eya Louis
-
Book an appointment: Book with Eya

© 2024 by Ascend-Hi



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