OTHER RESOURCES
Verizon’s Small Business Digital Ready program is a free online curriculum designed to equip small business owners with the tools and resources needed to succeed in the digital economy. The program is part of Verizon’s broader commitment to supporting small businesses with technology and financial investments
America’s SBDC is a non-profit Association that represents America’s nationwide network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) – the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the United States and its territories.
*Proudly partnering with the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA)
The Illinois APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC) is a statewide resource that provides free, one-on-one counseling, training, and technical assistance to help Illinois businesses secure local, state, and federal government contracts.
*Proudly partnering with the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA)
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise, and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation.
Illinois EDC is the state’s economic development organization and a key partner of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in business attraction efforts. Illinois EDC connects companies with its network of partners and provides essential data, site selection assistance, and guidance to ensure successful business operations.
The Illinois MBDA Business Center, part of the national Minority Business Development Agency, provides business development and capacity-building services to help minority-owned businesses secure capital, access new markets, and compete for contracts.
CONSULATES IN CHICAGO
| Consul General | Email (Consul General’s Office) | Location | Contact Details | Website |
| Dr. K. Srikar Reddy | cg.sf@mea.gov.in | 455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr Suite 850, Chicago, IL 60611, United States | 312-595-0405 |
| Consul General | Email (Consul General’s Office) | Location | Contact Details | Website |
| Consul General Tariq Karim | consulgeneral@cgpkchicago.org | 333 Michigan Ave Suite 728, Chicago, IL 60601, United States | 312-781-1831 | https://cgpkchicago.org/ |
| Consul General | Email (Consul General’s Office) | Location | Contact Details | Website |
| Monir Choudhury | monirc.honconsul@gmail.com | 5230 N Leclaire Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, United States | 773-443-8647 |
| Consul General | Email (Consul General’s Office) | Location | Contact Details | Website |
Ronald Sorini – Honorary Consul | rsorini@ssa-dc.com | Sri Lankan Honorary Consulate in Chicago, United States – 540 North Lincoln Street – Hionsdale, Chicago, IL 60521 – United States | (630)-323-5283 | https://slembassyusa.org/ |
| Consul General | Email (Consul General’s Office) | Location | Contact Details | Website |
| Mr Marvin A. Brustin, Honorary Consul General | mablaw1@voyager.net | 10 N Dearborn St #7, Chicago, IL 60602, United States | (312) 263 1250 |
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STATE GOVERNMENT OF ILLINOIS CONTACT LIST
Springfield
Office of the Governor
207 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-6830 or 217-782-6831
TTY: 888-261-3336
Chicago
Office of the Governor
555 W. Monroe St., 16th Floor
Chicago, IL 60661
Phone: 312-814-2121
Constituent Affairs Helpline
Phone: 217-782-0244
Other Contact Information
Contact the Lt. Governor
Springfield
Office of the Lt. Governor
214 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-558-3085
Fax: 217-558-3094
Chicago
Office of the Lt. Governor
555 W. Monroe St., Ste. 15-NE
Chicago, IL 60661
Phone: 312-814-5240
Fax: 312-814-5228
WEBSITE: Illinois.gov