Dedicated in Memory of SIR CARL MOMAN Young Entrepreneur Awardee 2021.
WE ARE IMPACT AGENTS
Discover the vibrant business community in the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce. Connect with statewide businesses and legislators, access funding resources, and grow your network.
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🏆 30-Year Legacy Equity & Inclusion Business Grant
A Chance to Win $10,000
Phase II Application Period: June 23 – July 18, 2025
Early applications are highly encouraged to increase your chances of selection.
🔍 GRANT DETAILS:
- 📍 Who Can Apply: Startups & existing businesses registered in Illinois
- 🤝 Requirements:
• Must be a member of the Illinois Black Chamber or Garfield Park Chamber
• Willing to submit a full business plan if selected
• Committed to remaining active in chamber activities - Not a Member? Click on the Apply link below for the 50% Member Discount Link and online Application.
Featured Events
We connect you with Influencers
Our Mission
Membership Benefits
Our Mission
At Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce, our mission is to increase black-owned businesses to 60% by 2050 and promote economic growth and development in the local community. We do this by providing funding resources, support, and advocacy for businesses of all sizes. Our Founder is seen in this image at our annual awards dinner with the new
At Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce, our mission is to increase black-owned businesses to 60% by 2050 and promote economic growth and development in the local community. We do this by providing funding resources, support, and advocacy for businesses of all sizes. Our Founder is seen in this image at our annual awards dinner with the new Mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson and the legendary Radio Host, Ramonski LUV.
Our History
Membership Benefits
Our Mission
Founded in 2020, the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to building statewide and national relationships with influencers to help empower black businesses. Our Founder is seen here with Robert Townsend, Director, Actor, Comedian, and native of Chicago. We will never waiver on our commitment to support black-owned businesses.
Our Team
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
Our team is made up of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping businesses thrive. From our board of directors to our staff and members, everyone at the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to our mission. Our Founder is seen here with Chicago native, and Grammy Award Winning Hip Hop Artist, TWISTA.
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
Becoming a member of the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce comes with a wide range of benefits, including meeting influencers, networking opportunities, access to resources and support, advocacy for your business interests and so much more. Our Founder is seen here with Famed Actor and Director, LEON.
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Congratulations to our Founder & CEO!
Siri Hibbler, Global 100 Leading Black Professionals Award!
Siri Hibbler, Global 100 Leading Black Professionals Award by a Foundation Chaired by the World-Renowned Dr. Dennis Kimbro,
Author of Think and Grow Rich, A Black Choice!
Our Founder is the recipient of many awards for her passion and dedication to empowering individuals in marginalized communities. A serial entrepreneur and inspiring leader, Siri is known for giving out groceries on her birthday and throughout the years to individuals and families. She launched the Covid-19 African American Relief Fund in 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars in less than 3 months that allowed her to give out funds to businesses throughout the country to help them sustain their businesses, provide fresh groceries to senior citizens and single parents with children, and support to our front-line workers. Our leader is not just a visionary, she is a creative thinker, planner, strategist and implementer. In addition to being recognized for her Global impact, she has received several awards for her work in social services, economic and business development, including:
- 2024 Infinitive Hope of Ujamaa Award, IL Legislative Black Caucus
- 2024 Global 100 Leading Black Professional, RPM & Dr. Dennis Kimbro
- 2021 Business and Community Advocate of the Year by the Chambers
- 2020 Excellence Award by the Cook County Treasurer, Maria Pappas
- 2019 CommUnity Hero Award by Meridian Health
- 2019 Legacy Leader Award by Westside Women United and NLCCC, Inc.
Featured Event
Featured Chairman's Members!
Business is booming in Aurora, partly because the city and its partners, Aurora Economic Development Council and Adams County Regional Economic Partnership, continue to lure some of the top businesses in the nation in industries like aerospace and defense, bioscience and health care, transportation logistics, and renewable energy. Consider placing Your business in Aurora!
Offering Free Courses! START EARNING A SIX FIGURE INCOME.
Offering Free Courses! START EARNING A SIX FIGURE INCOME.
Join us at the 6th Annual State of Black Illinois Conference
Meet the Media Panel Discussion
Access to Media Experts to help enhance Your Brand and tell Your Story.
10:00 am - 12:00 Noon.
Conference --Expert Panelists, Legislators, Community Stakeholders
Let Your Voice be Heard as We Develop a Strategy Together to Improve Collective Economics -- Closing the Wealth Gap!
VIP Awards and Member Recognition Ceremony
Join us as we recognize active "Community Impact Leaders" throughout our State and the Boss Leaders in our membership!
Guests Comments...Secret Santa Event...
We are always grateful for the support of our community!
" It was a privilege and an honor to be invited to the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce's (ILBCOC) Secret Santa Christmas Soirée. Founded during the pandemic, the ILBCOC already boasts of a robust and talented membership. This is, of course, no small feat.
ILBCOC President and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Siri Hibbler, is as thoughtful and passionate as leaders come. Thank you so much, Siri, for the chance to connect (and dance)! "
-- Specialist, IL Attorney General Office
Hello Siri,
"Oh my goodness, I had such a good time at the event. My colleague and I met so many great people. I look forward to working with you in the new year!"
-- Loan Officer 53 Bank
" Siri Hibbler the energy was AMAZING! Soirée at the Mansion. Awesome networking event."
-- Entrepreneur and Insurance Producer
" I really enjoyed myself Thank You Siri!!"
-- Entrepreneur, Princess P.
" It was awesoommmme my husband and I loved your event. "
-- Director, High School Equivalency
WINNING THE VICTORY!
The U.S. Patent & Trademark
An organization filed a petition in 2021 and tried to get their name trademarked and our name canceled. When they could not succeed, they fraudulently used our corporate Name to obtain a principal mark, stating on their application that their organization is AKA Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce.