
Jessica House, founder of Just Dip It Tacos and graduate of Sunshine Enterprises’ Community Business Academy, turns heritage, faith and food into community impact. May Alumni Accolades — Sunshine Enterprises…
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Jessica House, founder of Just Dip It Tacos and graduate of Sunshine Enterprises’ Community Business Academy, turns heritage, faith and food into community impact. May Alumni Accolades — Sunshine Enterprises…
IGNITE is a free 9-month Chicago Booth program providing nonprofit leaders with coaching, education, peer mentorship, and networking to strengthen strategy and organizational impact.
The Polsky Small Business Growth Program helps Chicago small businesses scale with free consulting, strategy support, and up to $5K in services over a 30-week program.
The Neighborhood Entrepreneurship Lab connects proven small business owners with advisors, strategists, and partners who provide capital and hands-on support to help them scale and build community wealth.

Willie's Warriors is a leadership cohort for Black women and nonbinary leaders from diverse backgrounds, sectors, and industries.
For more information, visit CFW.org

Chicago Innovation Fellows is a 6-month program connecting executives to Chicago’s innovation ecosystem through projects, coaching, and experiential learning, blending theory with practical application.

Sunshine Enterprises’ Community Business Academy is a 12-week hybrid program offering hands-on training in planning, finance, marketing, and growth strategies to help entrepreneurs start or scale their businesses.
For more information, visit SunshineEnterprises.com