Patti Doyle
WCA Speaker Series Recap: What the Chicagoland ...

Chicago’s small businesses remain resilient—but cautious. At our latest WCA Speaker Series, leaders gathered at UIC to unpack new data from the 2025 Chicagoland Small Business Outlook Study, revealing that while more than half of businesses are still pursuing growth, many face mounting pressures around marketing, access to capital, and economic uncertainty. Read on for key insights and takeaways from Professor John Lynch, Matt Fajack, and WCA Executive Director Patti Doyle.

WCA Speaker Series Recap: What the Chicagoland Small Business Outlook Tells Us About the Year Ahead
Jackie Rosenberg
3 Streets that Deserve Your Whole Afternoon

3 Streets in Chicago’s West Loop That Deserve Your Whole Afternoon
From award-winning restaurants to boutique shopping and lively neighborhood events, these West Loop streets offer the perfect mix of eats, drinks, and things to do.

  • Randolph Street – Chicago’s Restaurant Row
    A culinary hotspot packed with rooftop bars, happy hour oysters, and must-try sweets from Levain Bakery.

  • Fulton Market – Where Trend Meets Tradition
    A vibrant blend of historic charm and modern flavor, with globally inspired dining, cozy coffee shops, and a thriving arts scene.

  • Madison Row – West Loop Fitness & Fun
    A charming stretch of shops, wellness studios, and beloved local eateries—plus seasonal festivals you won’t want to miss.

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Rod Burch
WCA Networking Event at Puttery Fulton Market: ...
WCA Networking Event at Puttery Fulton Market: A Night to Remember!
Rod Burch
West Central Association Welcomes Patti Doyle ...
West Central Association Welcomes Patti Doyle as New Executive Director
Rod Burch
CHICAGO CELEBRATES MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY
CHICAGO CELEBRATES MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY

NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Lucien Lagrange Studio

NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Lucien Lagrange Studio

Lucien Lagrange Studio (LLS) has been in the neighborhood for the last three and a half years. The studio is known for its classical architecture. According to the LLS website, they design places where people feel welcome, relaxed, secure, and at home. They think everyone needs a place that makes them feel valued and protected: a home. Read below to learn more about Lucien Lagrange Studio.

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