Looking to start, manage, or grow a business or nonprofit? We offer tools, resources, and support.
We offer library cards to employees of businesses that own or rent property in Skokie, as well as to businesses that are current members of the Skokie Chamber of Commerce. Business library cards are valid for one year and must be renewed annually. Fill out this form to apply for or renew a business card.
Have questions? Please email businesscard@skokielibrary.info.
Resources for Your Business
Crain’s Chicago Business
Search full-text articles from 2000 to today on local business news, events, and issues.
Data Axle/Reference Solutions
Contact information for millions of U.S. and Canadian companies, health care providers, and residences. Build contact lists of companies, competitors, suppliers, and target customers based on multiple demographics.
Illinois Corporation/LLC Search
Information on businesses and nonprofits, including those that have been dissolved or are in poor standing, from the Illinois Secretary of State.
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Investment ratings, industry and analyst reports, articles, videos, and newsletters. Find up-to-date financial data for stocks, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and historical stock prices.
Nexis Uni
Newspaper and magazine articles, media transcripts, business information, and legal sources such as federal and state court cases. The legal portion of this product is only available inside the library.
Community Resources
Illinois Small Business Center at Chinese Mutual Aid Association
Free one-on-one business advice and management assistance for entrepreneurs and small businesses.