
Growth Trends for Black-Owned Businesses in Illinois and Nationally – Q1 2025
National Growth: Illinois-Specific Growth: Top Industries in Illinois: Challenges & Opportunities:

Consistency is Key, Commitment is Power: Building Success in Chicago’s Black Business Community
For many Chicago’s Black entrepreneurs, two principles stand out as pillars of success: consistency and commitment. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of 2025, these values remain more relevant

How Black Pages International Empowers Chicago’s Black Entrepreneurs
Black entrepreneurs in Chicago face significant challenges, with limited access to capital being a primary obstacle. Traditional lending institutions often overlook or undervalue Black-owned businesses, creating a barrier to growth

Let’s Talk Health: How Obamacare Changed the Game for Black America
Let’s Talk Healthcare: How Obamacare Transformed Access for Black Americans The Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, has been a game-changer in addressing healthcare disparities for Black Americans. Here’s

Soulé: Where Hip-Hop Meets Soul Food in Chicago’s West Town
Alright, family, let’s talk about a spot that’s been making waves since 2017 – Soulé in West Town. This isn’t just another restaurant; it’s a cultural experience that’s “Catalyzing Generational

Embrace Change, Adapt to Thrive
Change is a constant in our professional lives, often arriving uninvited and at inconvenient times. Yet, it's in these moments of flux that we, as Black professionals, have the opportunity

Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine: A Taste of Hope in Chicago’s Culinary Landscape
Hey there, food lovers and community champions! Have you heard about the exciting move Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine just made? This gem of a restaurant, whose name means “hope” in Amharic,

Amina Phelps’ Autistic Discovery: A Catalyst for Change in the Black Community
Amina Phelps’ journey of self-discovery and autism diagnosis is not just a personal triumph but a pivotal moment for the Black community. Diagnosed with autism in her 40s while raising

Daisy’s Po’Boy & Tavern: A Taste of New Orleans in the Heart of Chicago
Listen up, folks! There’s a new kid on the block that’s bringing the Big Easy to the Windy City, and it’s making waves in all the right ways. Say hello

Risk Tolerance and Creativity in Entrepreneurship
For entrepreneurs listed in Black Pages International, risk tolerance and creativity are not just buzzwords—they’re essential survival skills. In a landscape where Black business owners receive a mere 1% of