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What You Need to Know About Financing an Independent Pharmacy
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What You Need to Know About Financing an Independent Pharmacy

Owning an independent pharmacy can be challenging, but it isn’t impossible with the right preparation and lender.

How and Why to Develop a Business Exit Strategy
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How and Why to Develop a Business Exit Strategy

Learn how a robust succession plan can help business owners ensure their own financial well-being as well as the sustainable health of their company

3-5 minute read
Bank Accounts for Nonprofit Organizations in Chicagoland
Business PlanningSmall Business

Bank Accounts for Nonprofit Organizations in Chicagoland

Finally, a checking account that gives back. Learn about Byline's Not-For-Profit Checking Account and how it can help you reach your goals.

Unlocking the Right Coverage: A Guide to Understanding Small Business Insurance
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Unlocking the Right Coverage: A Guide to Understanding Small Business Insurance

Take the guesswork out of identifying the appropriate insurance coverage for your small business by following these few simple steps.

5 minutes
Family Entrepreneurship Thrives With SBA Financing
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Family Entrepreneurship Thrives With SBA Financing

When the owners of a Texas traffic control company decided to retire, the company's business manager Trevor Davis and his wife, Krista, stepped up to go into business as a family. With the help of SBA financing from Byline Bank, the couple now owns and operates Redbird Barricades.

From Business Bank to Financing Partner
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From Business Bank to Financing Partner

Charles Nkuku bought Lehman Midtown True Value Hardware shortly after graduating from college, and he’s still the proud owner 35 years later, along with the support and partnership of Byline Bank.

Building a Business from Art and Passion
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Building a Business from Art and Passion

Chicago native Jorge Gonzalez needed a banking partner that was genuinely invested in his company’s journey. Though a line of credit from Byline, Jus Studios was propelled from a word-of-mouth startup to a flourishing enterprise with an expanding client base.

How an SBA Loan Turned an Idea into Reality
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How an SBA Loan Turned an Idea into Reality

Andrew Peontke was initially hesitant about becoming a business owner, but an SBA loan from Byline Bank empowered him to realize his entrepreneurial dream.

Empowering Dreams with Community Impact
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Empowering Dreams with Community Impact

Inspired by his experiences abroad and driven by a passion for providing exceptional childcare, Air Force veteran Nick Plummer wanted to establish a Spanish-immersion childcare center that aligned with his values.

Inflation Forced Small Business Owners to Pivot, and It’s Finally Paying Off
Business PlanningSmall Business

Inflation Forced Small Business Owners to Pivot, and It’s Finally Paying Off

Two reports detail the large impact inflation has had on small businesses, and how they’ve had to reinvent themselves to stay afloat.

3 minute read
5 Steps Small Businesses Can Take to Protect Themselves Against Check Fraud
CybersecurityFraud PreventionSmall Business

5 Steps Small Businesses Can Take to Protect Themselves Against Check Fraud

This article on protecting small businesses from check fraud was authored by Stephen Ball and originally licensed for use by The Daily Herald. With over 30 years of experience in the banking industry, Ball is a recognized expert in the field of financial fraud prevention. We're pleased to bring you his valuable insights and advice in this important article.

3-5 minute read
3 Vital Security Tools for Businesses
CybersecurityFraud PreventionSmall Business

3 Vital Security Tools for Businesses

As your business grows, make sure your cybersecurity protection keeps pace. A few essential tools can be a good place to start.

5 minute read

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