Become a Member

North Branch Works is the leading economic development organization along the north branch of the Chicago River. We service the North Branch, Addison, and Kennedy industrial corridors, working as a delegate agency of the City of Chicago with local businesses to provide economic development and employment services resulting in business retention and job growth.

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For over 30 years, our local expertise and deep relationships have helped promote economic development and job creation. NBW emphasizes new growth, proper land use, and area revitalization through its business advocacy and innovative solutions.

Our commitment is to retain and expand businesses by providing an array of services such as financial incentives, infrastructural assistance, and local connections with like-minded business owners.

Business Solutions

Quarterly infrastructure task force meetings
Your business added to our membership directory
Access to several workshops and training for business growth
Real estate assistance

Connections to Resources & Services

Connections to banking, workforce development, and several other partners
Point person to communicate with the City of Chicago
Strong relationships with the Alderman
Advocacy on issues that impact business, zoning, infrastructure, security, regulation, and more

Access to Funding

Access to training grants
Hiring tax credit application assistance
Assistance for SBIF
Access to Small Business Loan of $500,000
Access to TIF funds including:
- TIFWorks
- TIF 50/50

Networking

Join our 125+ partners
Your logo highlighted in our weekly newsletter, sent to 1700+ local stakeholders
A highlighted member story in our newsletter
Networking events throughout the year, including:
- Annual boat ride
- Annual fall fundraiser
- Annual membership meeting

Membership Fees

(Based on your company’s annual sales)

More than $5 million: $500 per year

$1 million – $5 million: $200 per year

Less than $1 million: $100 per year