Dave Bonomi opened Coalfire Pizza in 2007 with the hope of putting an American spin on traditional Neopolitan style pizza. Coalfire has since found themselves on numerous “Best Pizza in Chicago” lists and has been highly rated among many restaurant review platforms, specifically for their excellent service, unusual cooking technique, and their top-selling menu items, the burrata appetizer, and pepperoni and whipped ricotta pizza.

Sarah Stukas had always envisioned her therapy collective, Life Insight, would have its place in her local community. When the practice began to outgrow their current office, Stukas found the perfect location, a beautiful 100-year-old farmhouse. However, securing the property and renovating it turned out to be more difficult than she initially thought. After being turned down by a few different lenders, a trusted advisor recommended she reach out…

Family-owned and operated business Master Marketing Intl. was established in 1991 by Neville Baird. With the help of the Baird family, the business had grown exponentially since their start. Daughter, Brenda Baird, recently became the majority owner, which resulted in the second generation, WBENC certified woman owned business established. The company designs and manufactures personalized magnetic promotional…

When attorney Ross Neihaus was looking for a change in careers, he found himself with the opportunity to acquire For the Love of Dogs (now Waggles) luxury dog daycare, boarding and spa services provider in May of 2019. For the Love of Dogs was established in 1998, and has had loyal customers and success during the years leading up to Neihaus’ ownership, and due to its continuous success, Neihaus felt it was the right time to expand.