LLC Formation & Business Plan Series

Join LCA, attorneys from Perkins Coie, business experts from SCORE, and a cohort of fellow arts workers this winter for a six-part cohort series on creating a new LLC. The series includes seminars, mentoring, and clinics on LLC formation and business planning.

Beginning with two introductory seminars on LLC formation and business planning, you will then be mentored one-on-one by a business expert from SCORE as you draft your LLC business plan and prepare your business pitch. The series completes with a seminar on LLC tax issues and a LLC Formation Clinic, where you will work one-on-on with attorneys from Perkins Coie to complete the documentation required to form your new company in Illinois. The series is hybrid in-person in downtown Chicago and on Zoom.

This program is free but individuals must apply and be accepted to attend. Applications must be received by January 4, 2023, 11:59 PM CT.

Application Requirements:

Applicants must plan to form a new LLC to operate an arts-related business in Illinois in the near-term.
Prospective owner(s) of the new LLC must have an average annual household income that falls within 300% of the federal poverty guidelines
Applicants must commit to attending all Zoom and in-person meetings of this program and participating in out-of-session assignments and responsibilities.
Applicants must show past experience in the area of their new arts-related business.

Important Dates:

Crafting Your LLC Business Plan & Pitch (in person at LCA in Chicago's Loop) on Tuesday, January 16th at 1:00 - 3:00 PM
One-on-One Business Plan Mentoring with SCORE (on Zoom) Schedule TBD at mutually agreeable times
LLC Seminar (Zoom) on Tuesday, February 13th 12:00 - 1:30 PM.
Pitch Clinic (in person at LCA in Chicago's Loop) on Tuesday, February 20th 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Tax Seminar (Zoom) on Thursday, February 29th 12:00 - 1:30 PM
LLC Formation Clinic (in person at Perkins Coie in Chicago's Loop) on Monday, March 4th at 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

SF Seminar ID

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In a few paragraphs, please provide a detailed description of the business you intend to launch. This may include an outline of the core concept, products or services offered, target audience, and any distinctive features that set your arts-related business apart.

In a few paragraphs, please share insights into your relevant background and experiences that contribute to the potential success of your new arts-related business. Feel free to elaborate on artistic, administrative, professional, or self-directed experiences that have prepared you for the challenges and opportunities associated with your proposed business venture.

How many potential owners will your business have?

Owner Information

First Name	Last Name
Email Please list the city that you reside in.	Phone Number Please provide the zip code in which you reside.
Please provide your annual household income.	How many people, including yourself, live in your household?

Owner 2 Information

First Name of Owner 2

Email of Owner 2

Please list the city that Owner 2 resides in.

Please provide the annual household income of Owner 2.

Last Name of Owner 2

Phone Number of Owner 2

Please provide the zip code in which Owner 2 resides.

How many people, including Owner 2, live in their household?

Owner 3 Information

First Name of Owner 3

Email of Owner 3

Please list the city that Owner 3 resides in.

Please provide the annual household income of Owner 3.

Last Name of Owner 3

Phone Number of Owner 3

Please provide the zip code in which Owner 3 resides.

How many people, including Owner 3, live in their household?

Please attach the previously requested information for any additional Owners.

I plan to form a new LLC to operate an arts-related business in Illinois in the near-team.

Yes

I commit to attending all Zoom and in-person meetings of this program and participating in out-of-session assignments and responsibilities.

Yes

We plan to form a new LLC to operate an arts-related business in Illinois in the near-team.

Yes

We commit to at least one potential owner attending all Zoom and in-person meetings of this program and participating in out-of-session assignments and responsibilities.

Yes

*Upon receipt of your application and determination of eligibility, LCA will contact you. Once your application has been approved by LCA and Perkins Coie, we will notify you about the location of the in-person meetings, etc. Please block off the dates and times for the series on your calendar immediately.

By submitting this form, you acknowledge that registration information will be utilized by LCA in accordance with our Terms of Service.

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