CHI CAPITAL ACCELERATOR

Elizabeth L. Carter, Esq., LLC

Elizabeth L. Carter, Esq., LLC is a boutique law firm helping to increase access to business capital and corporate securities law through accessible legal services to underrepresented entrepreneurs and legal training to lawyers and law students of color. The firm assists investment companies, businesses, nonprofits, and cooperatives with the legal strategy and compliance of raising capital. We service clients throughout the U.S., with our main office in Chicago, IL.

Salem Security Inc.

Located on the near Westside and African-American-owned, Salem Security, Inc. provides security solutions and installations for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings and is committed to providing the best products on the market as well as excellent service and support.

Food First Chicago

We are proudly Hispanic-owned and located near Southside. Food First Chicago is committed to delivering the highest quality of service to our clients. So from the napkin on your lap to the utensils on the table to the cocktail in your glass, you can be sure everything will be in place.

Posh Lash and Laser

This woman-owned business is located in Hyde Park and specializes in treating All Skin Types. A laser that's safe for darker tones. We're directed by an experienced medical team.

AIRBRANDS

There’s a good chance you already know us. We’ve been part of consumer brand development for more than 20 years. From the technology used to serve up your favorite burger to the mobile device that connects your world, we’ve left our mark on dozens of iconic brands.

Tasty World Restaurant

Tasty World Restaurant is a minority-owned business that serves healthy and wholesome meals ranging from Greek, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and African Contemporary Cuisine. We are known for delighting our valued diners and customers with great dishes from notable parts of the world.

Chicago French Press

Located on the near Westside and minority and woman-owned, Chicago French Press (CFP) is a coffee destination aimed to connect java drinkers to quality, healthier coffee options and vital philanthropic endeavors for them to support. Freshly roasted in the Windy City, CFP delivers premium, fair-trade, non-GMO coffee to coffee lovers nationwide.

Chicago Voice and Data Authority Corp

CVADA services customers with low voltage systems, voice and data, fiber optic, access control, security, audio video, and fire alarm. We are a proud IBEW Local 134 Union Contractor … fully-insured, ready, and excited to work closely with you on any size project. We take pride in every project and guarantee your satisfaction. Your complete satisfaction, without compromise, is our success.

Exquisite Catering & Events

Exquisite Catering & Events, located in Woodlawn, is a full-service minority-owned catering company specializing in international and cultural cuisine, through catered events, personal chef services, and Love to Cook, Cook to Live cooking classes. We believe cooking from scratch is the beginning of true creativity that will result in food that tastes truly exquisite.

Windy City Ribs & Whiskey

Located on the near Southside, Windy City Ribs is a casual spot for BBQ & other classic comfort foods in a simple space decorated with license plates that is minority owned.

Lenore's Kitchen Catering Inc

Minority-owned and located on the Southside, Lenore’s kitchen is an off-premise catering company founded by Lillia Key 30 years ago. Ms. Key started Lenore’s Kitchen by providing food and catering services for friends and family.

D.C. Mad Hatter

We are a certified veteran-owned business that is located in Bridgeport. DC Mad Hatter does custom-embroidered logo apparel and gear for small businesses, non-profit organizations and governmental organizations, groups, clubs, associations, schools, fraternities, sororities, and other community organizations. Mad Hatter operates as both a retail and manufacturing company serving the greater Chicagoland community. At DC Mad Hatter, we provide service with integrity, loyalty, and consistency.

Emerge Medstaffing LLC

Emerge MedStaffing, LLC (EMS) is a Chicago metropolitan-based company with a mission to provide emergency medicine specialist services across the United States.

8A5E LLC

Located in Bridgeport and Hispanic-owned, Base Cafe offers artisan coffee and food options. We pride ourselves on working with local roasters and distributors to bring you the best dining experience. We offer event space rentals ranging from business meetups, family parties, wedding showers, etc.

Awk & Associates

AWK & Associates is a premier consulting firm dedicated to helping hospitals and health systems navigate the unique challenges they face through collaboration, depth of knowledge, and a singular focus on healthcare. We believe in our clients' important work, knowing it directly impacts the health and well-being of people in their communities.