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Strategic Solutions Network, Inc. (SBND Group)
332 S. Michigan Avenue
Suite 1032 #S193
Chicago, IL 60604-4434

ph: 773-614-7619

sbnd@ssncandoit.com

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SBND Sponsor, Partner and Associate Member Opportunities


Strategic Solutions Network, Inc. (SSN) is certified by Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) under the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities.

Accordingly, SSN is now qualified to compete for contracts set-aside exclusively for small businesses in the State of Illinois.

In 2011, SSN expanded its Professional Social Service Network through the creation of SSN Small Business and Nonprofit Development Group (SBND) Project.  In 2012 the group was awarded 501c3 nonprofit tax exempt status.

 

SBND Mission

SBND is a “self-help” business support network that provides hands-on strategic organization planning, innovation improvement and fund development initiatives to start and grow prosperous community enterprises in Illinois, Cook County and Chicago neighborhoods.

Click here to visit our SBND support network website and see the value our group has to offer sponsors, partners and associate members.


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In an attempt to create self-employment and job opportunities, Strategic Solutions Network, Inc. (SSN) created the “SSN Small Business and Nonprofit Development (SBND) Group.”

SBND is a nonprofit initiative designed as a “self-help” project to provide hands-on strategic organization planning, education, training and financial support through fund development initiatives to start and grow small enterprises. 

Those who are targeted to receive direct benefits from the project include unemployed, underemployed, low income populations, displaced workers, ex-offenders, start-up businesses, grassroots nonprofit organizations, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

For more information regarding SBND Sponsors, Partners and Members click here.

    Premier SBND Members

    Premier SBND Professional Social Service Network Members include the following:

    Dr. Bridgette Adams, D.N.

    Dr. Ron Alston

    Derby Arrmstead, Kissimni Corporation

    Ella Armstead, Kissimni Corporation

    Michele Banks, Harmony Nutrionals

    Leslie Barnes, Aspiring Entrepreneur

    Spencer Bibbs, SPD Digital

    Gene Brooks, We Print 4 Less

    Aaron S. Caldwell, Super Fuel

    Legacy Connections

    Patricia Drinkard, Room 103

    Laurel Taylor-Dudley, Chicago Area Project

    Kathy Edwards, Transamerica Life

    Shirley Frierson, Advocates for Veterans & Supportive Housing

    Simeon Frierson, Photographer/Videographer

    Ruby Gray, Aspiring Entrepreneur

    Adrienne Hobbs, Painting Contractor

    Olawale Idreez, Africa-US Today

    Mary Kaminski, Training Assistant

    Samantha Kendall, Sam’s Gourmet Lasagna

    Nita Marchant, Strategic Solutions Network, Inc.

    Virgil Mathis, Veterans Services

    Jill McClendon, Step to Enrichment, Inc.

    Latasha Parks, Aquatic 4 Life, LLC

    Bob Shemansky, Principal-Owner at RMD & Associates/Architects

    Roselyn Shine, Shine on Me Development, Inc.

    John E. Smith Jr., John E. Smith Jr. Photography

    Richard Smith, Entrepreneur

    Peace & Harmony Solutions, Inc.

    Lav H. Thomas, Evolv Health, LLC

    Ramona Turner, Turner Enterprises

    Melody Walson, M.W.O G. Outreach, Inc.

    Gerald Young, TraDigital Communication

     

    SBND Honorary Board and Advisory Council Members

    Khem Davis, Verizon Wireless​

    Shirley Frierson, Advocates for Veterans & Supportive Housing​

    Mary Kaminski, Ebay Business Owner​

    Edmon Lighthall, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

    ​Nita E. Marchant, Strategic Solutions Network, Inc.​

    Virgil Mathis, Elevision Televison

    ​Dante L. Mosely, Hyde Park Bank​

    Yvonne Orr, South-Southwest Suburban United Way

    ​Eric January, Conduit Investments

    Note: Premier SBND Members are also eligible to participate in finance development campaigns to support your small business or nonprofit organization.

    However, to qualify for this benefit, candidates must pass a pre-screening interview. Phone 773-614-7619 or email sbnd@ssncandoit.com to schedule a screening appointment.

    Premier SBND Investors

    Elected Official Support Leters

    Illinois Governor Pat Quinn

    Mayor Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel

    President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Board of Commissioners

    Partners & Sponsors

    Accion Chicago

    Amata Service Office Solutions

    Audubon Chicago Region, Wild Indigo Nature Explorations

    Awake with Pearl Coffee Café

    Chicago Defender

    Chicago State University, Small Business Development Center

    Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

    Citi Community Development

    Constant Contact

    Fifth Third Bank-Hyde Park Financial Center

    Genesys Unique Kreations

    Guaranty Bank

    Harry S. Truman College, Continuing Education Department

    Hyde Park Bank

    Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

    Information Now Digital Media Group

    Office of Illinois State Treasurer

    Peace & Harmony Solutions, Inc.

    Presbytery of Chicago, Committee on the Self-Development of People

    Sam's Gourmet Lasagna

    SCORE

    South-Southwest Suburban United Way

    South Street Journal and Black Wall Street, Chicago District

    Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership

    University of Chicago’s IJ Clinic on Entrepreneurship

    Urban Match Incorporated

    U.S. Small Business Administration

    Verizon Wireless

    West Point Missionary Baptist Church

    WSNR.US Internet Radio

    Act Now:

    If you are interested in adding your name to our list of professional social service providers, sponsors, or supporters,  go to our Contact Us page, and fill out the contact information form or call  773-614-7619.

    Additional Information:

    For more information on how to become a sponsor, supporter or member call Nita Marchant at 773-614-7619  or email sbnd@ssncandoit.com.

    We look forward to hearing from you.

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    Strategic Solutions Network, Inc. (SBND Group)
    332 S. Michigan Avenue
    Suite 1032 #S193
    Chicago, IL 60604-4434

    ph: 773-614-7619

    sbnd@ssncandoit.com

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