Greater Southwest Development Association

We are a team of passionate advocates, activists, and social champions. Our staff members are former business owners, individuals with decades of economic development experience, parents, children, and residents of the South and Southwest Side.

Business Advising

GSDC provides guidance and support to business owners and entrepreneurs to start, grow, or transition their business. We are uniquely positioned to help our community through a variety of development services that include access to capital, business and marketing plan assistance, international trade, procurement, certifications, and licensing.