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Calumet Area Industrial Commission

CAIC's mission is to lead the industrial retention and expansion efforts in the Calumet Area in order to create an environment in which industry will remain and grow.

Websitehttps://www.calumetareaindustrial.com
Address1000 E. 111th St., Floor #7, Chicago, IL 60628
Phone(773) 928-6000
Emailinfo@calumetareaindustrial.com
Service areaChicago
ServesSmall businesses / entrepreneurs

Published services 17

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Calumet Area Industrial Commission (industry association)

Industry Specific

CAIC is the industrial trade association for the Greater Calumet Industrial Region, advocating for over 1,500 companies across nearly 50 industrial sectors.

advocating for the needs and interests of over 1,500 companies across nearly 50 industrial sectors

Neighborhood Business Development Center (NBDC) host site

Registration, Licenses and PermitsStartup Business Counseling

CAIC hosts a Neighborhood Business Development Center providing confidential one-on-one advising, licensing/permitting guidance, workshops, and access-to-capital assistance to entrepreneurs and existing business owners in Pullman, Roseland, and South Chicago.

provides comprehensive support to both aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners

Cultural Specialist Business Assistance

One-on-One Counseling

CAIC provides culturally and linguistically tailored mentorship and one-on-one assistance to entrepreneurs facing cultural or language barriers to mainstream business services.

We provide tailored support to meet the needs of business owners and entrepreneurs who often face cultural and language barriers to accessing mainstream business services and support. We also offer culturally specific mentorship and assistance, as well as serve as a conduit, and a hub, for resources and opportunities by utilizing the cultural network of the organization.

Workforce Recycling Training Program

Workforce Training

A free six-week, cohort-based training program preparing entry-level workers for careers in recycling and warehousing, including OSHA-10 and forklift certification.

designed to prepare entry-level workers for careers in recycling, electronic recycling and warehousing

One Workforce Program

Workforce Incentives

CAIC administers an H-1B One Workforce Grant that pays tuition, books, and fees at partner colleges for individuals pursuing advanced manufacturing credentials.

can provide financial assistance to obtain industry-recognized credentials and job opportunities in the manufacturing sector

Apprenticeship Program at CAIC

Apprenticeship

CAIC operates an apprenticeship program with education partners to help member businesses train workers.

See how CAIC helps businesses with apprenticeship training with our education partners

Employment & Job Placement Assistance

RecruitingRecruiting Assistance

CAIC directly connects job seekers to member-company openings with resume writing workshops, mock interviews, and job placement, funded by the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership.

we provide FREE Employment Services to help residents with barriers to employment secure full-time positions

Site Selection / Industrial Properties List

Site Location Assistance

CAIC maintains and promotes a curated list of available industrial properties and sites in the Calumet region for prospective businesses.

Below is a list of available industrial properties in the Far South Side of Chicago

SSA 71 (Roseland) Corridor Management

Revitalization

CAIC is the sole service provider managing SSA 71, delivering streetscape maintenance, facade improvement, business recruitment, and community programming for the Roseland corridor.

The Calumet Area Industrial Commission is the Sole Service Provider for SSA 71

SSA 5 (South Chicago) Corridor Management

Revitalization

CAIC serves as service provider for SSA #5, running public way maintenance, facade/security rebate programs, and security patrols for the South Chicago Commercial District.

serves as the service provider of SSA #5

SSA 5 Facade Improvement Rebate Program

Real Estate Finance

CAIC-administered rebate program funding facade improvements for businesses and property owners in the Commercial Avenue SSA.

Businesses and property owners in the Commercial Ave SSA who enhance the appearance of the buildings

SSA 5 Security Enhancement Rebate Program

Real Estate Finance

CAIC-administered rebate for SSA #5 businesses installing security cameras and exterior lighting.

enhance the public way-facing area of their buildings with security cameras and exterior lighting can receive a rebate

SSA 5 Build Out Rebate

Real Estate Finance

CAIC-administered rebate of up to $7,500 for interior build-out improvements to SSA #5 businesses.

The SSA will provide up to $7,500 to businesses who demonstrate the need for interior improvements

Industrial Retention and Expansion Advocacy (CAIC association/mission)

Geographically BasedIndustry Specific

CAIC is an industrial commission/association advocating for over 1,500 companies across nearly 50 industrial sectors in the Greater Calumet Industrial Region.

Our core mission is to spearhead industrial expansion and retention. This involves advocating for the needs and interests of over 1,500 companies

Workforce Development Programs (OJT reimbursement & apprenticeship)

ApprenticeshipWorkforce Training

CAIC runs workforce development programs including on-the-job training reimbursement and apprenticeship development, funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Development and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership.

we implement comprehensive workforce development programs. These range from on-the-job training reimbursement programs to apprenticeship development, all tailored to meet the evolving demands of the labor market

Clean Energy Workforce Pathways (CEJA)

Workforce Training

As part of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, CAIC connects residents to training and career pathways in clean energy sectors like solar installation and clean manufacturing, partnering with community colleges and employers.

We connect residents, particularly those from environmental justice communities with training and career pathways in clean energy sectors such as solar installation, energy efficiency, and clean manufacturing

Special Service Area Management (SSA 71 & SSA5)

Revitalization

CAIC manages SSA 71 in Roseland and SSA5 in South Chicago, overseeing services from streetscape maintenance to community programming aimed at neighborhood revitalization.

Our management of Special Service Area 71 (SSA) in Roseland and Special Service Area 5 (SSA) in South Chicago is a testament to our commitment to neighborhood revitalization