Small Business and Certification Resources
Small business is generally defined as an independent business having fewer than 500 employees.
Refer to the Small Business Administration (SBA) for specifics of this definition, as well as resources on planning, launching, managing and growing your business, and information on learning and networking events. (sba.gov)
Small Business Centers
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EINs
Request EIN (Employee Identification Number) :
DUNS
Request DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) Number:
NAICS
Search for NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) Codes:
WBENC Certification
National certification for women-owned businesses.
M/WBE Certification
M/WBE Certification Program in Chicago
Mental Health and Wellness Resources
In the journey of entrepreneurship, where ambition meets challenge, it’s vital to remember that our greatest resource is our own well-being. As you navigate through the complexities of building dreams, this page stands as a reminder that taking care of your mind is not just a step towards success, but a cornerstone of it. Let these resources be your guide and support in cultivating not just a thriving business, but a thriving self.
Therapists
Black Female Therapists
Black Female Therapists : lifestyle and empowerment platform, creating safe space for Black mental health.
Therapy for Black Girls
Therapy for Black Girls : online space to encourage the mental health of Black women and girls.
Black Male Therapists
Black Male Therapists : directory of black male therapists.
Inclusive Therapists
Inclusive Therapists : mental health liberation movement pursing equity, justice and celebration for marginalized communities. Resources to empower BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, neurodivergent and disabled communities.
Latinx Therapists
Latinx Therapists Action Network : national network and online platform centering the healing of Latinx migrant peoples and movements, inclusive of a directory of Latinx mental health practitioners.
Muslim Therapists
Seema : national directory of Muslim therapists.
Mental Health Resources
Asian Mental Health Collective
Asian Mental Health Collective : resources to support the mental health of Asians globally.
Latinx Therapy
Latinx Therapy : resources to support mental health in the Latinx community.
The Embodiment Institute
The Embodiment Institute : programs and resources for people and organizations to be agents of transformation.
Mental Health Coalition
The Mental Health Coalition Resource Library Find mental help resources for stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and much more…
Books
Book – Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen: The Emotional Lives of Black Women by Inger Burnett-Zeigler, PhD
Manage Stress & Anxiety
Calm App : tools to feel better, with personalized content to manage stress and anxiety, get better sleep, and feel more present in your life.
