Transform Your Business with Free 1:1 Coaching – Chicago Urban League

Get matched with expert business coaches through the Chicago Urban League. Free virtual and in-person support for Illinois entrepreneurs.

Get free, personalized coaching to grow your business with the Chicago Urban League’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling an existing business, you’ll be matched with a coach whose expertise fits your goals — from business planning and branding to certifications, funding, and more.

🧠 Why this matters:
Entrepreneurs don’t need to go it alone. The most successful small businesses build a network of mentors, peers, and technical experts to help them grow. This program offers no-cost, one-on-one support — tailored to your needs — so you can make more informed decisions, avoid costly missteps, and move forward with confidence.

🔎 Coaches specialize in topics like:

• Business strategy, incorporation, and pitch prep
• Grant and loan applications, funding readiness
• Digital marketing, branding, and social media
• M/WBE certification, nonprofit formation, legal basics
• Government contracting and procurement

🖥️ Sessions are available both virtually and in-person at Chicago Urban League’s Bronzeville headquarters.
📍Open to all Illinois-based entrepreneurs — especially Black-owned and under-resourced small businesses.

🔗 Ready to get started?

• 📅 Schedule a coaching session here → (scroll to “Business Coaching” section)
• 🔎 Learn more about Chicago Urban League programs
• ✅ Then return to the WE Hub Resource Library to find checklists, pitch decks, and planning templates to use alongside your coaching.

Let this be the first (or next) step in building your support team.