Our city is home to so many incredible businesses and so we asked the founders how they came up with the ideas for their businesses and have shared their responses below.

Ticina Williams | Certified Event Planning and Designer

A few years ago, after taking a few crafting classes on a whim, I became obsessed with using my creative ideas to host amazing personalized events. After graduating from Chicago State University’s College of Business, and successfully planning a myriad events for friends and family, I decided to officially start my event planning business.  Read more>>

Fleur Williams | Entrepreneur & PH.D

W-Legacy Designs is all about celebrating diversity and making every bride feel incredible on her big day, no matter her shape or size. I started this business because I noticed a gap in the market during my own wedding planning – not enough options for brides who didn’t fit the traditional mold. I wanted to change that.  Read more>>