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She came to Builders Avenue before everything was perfect. And instead of being told to come back when she was ready, sh...
04/15/2026

She came to Builders Avenue before everything was perfect. And instead of being told to come back when she was ready, she was met exactly where she was.
That is what Builders Avenue is here for. Not the finished version of your business. The version that's still becoming.

Builders Avenue team at University of Chicago Booth School of Business for a talk, sponsored by Golub Capital, hosted b...
04/08/2026

Builders Avenue team at University of Chicago Booth School of Business for a talk, sponsored by Golub Capital, hosted by the Rustandy Centre and the The Chicago Urban League , on Health, Wealth, and Opportunity. The talk featured Karen Freeman-Wilson as the moderator and Helene D. Gayle Helen Gayle, former president of The Chicago Community Trust and president emerita of Spelman College . Referred to as the “GOAT” of intersectionality, Dr. Gayle reflected on her time in public health, philanthropy, and higher education.

Chicago's construction market is booming right now. Billions are moving through neighborhoods that have waited decades f...
04/07/2026

Chicago's construction market is booming right now. Billions are moving through neighborhoods that have waited decades for this investment. The question is not whether the opportunity exists. The question is whether your business is positioned to access it.

The contractors winning the biggest projects in this city are the most connected ones.
They have the right estimator, the right lender, the right developer vouching for them, and that network opens doors that skill alone simply cannot.

That's exactly what Builders Avenue was built for. We connect construction entrepreneurs across Chicago and Chicagoland to the people, resources, and relationships that make growth possible
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Builders, this is for you.If you're looking to build smarter and more sustainably, The Building Energy Hub is offering a...
04/05/2026

Builders, this is for you.
If you're looking to build smarter and more sustainably, The Building Energy Hub is offering a virtual session designed to help you navigate energy efficiency and high-performance building practices right here in Illinois.

Register Here - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-GhLoxlHQTaCvaTMC9GIWA #/registration

In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Tap into practical tools and technical resources to strengthen your projects
• Align with code requirements while advancing your sustainability goals
• Access financing tools, incentives, and real-world case studies
• Stay informed with ongoing updates and industry insights
Whether you're just getting started or already working on high-performance builds, this is a space to learn, grow, and elevate your impact.

The Building Energy Hub is a free resource built to support professionals like you at every stage.
Let’s continue building with intention and pushing the industry forward.

Wishing you all the best, Domini, as you take this exciting next step! Your impact at Cook County Source won’t be forgo...
04/01/2026

Wishing you all the best, Domini, as you take this exciting next step! Your impact at Cook County Source won’t be forgotten - good luck on your new journey, you’ve got this!
-From The Builders Avenue Team

She grew up in a house her grandparents held onto against every odd.Today, she's building entire communities.Swipe throu...
03/30/2026

She grew up in a house her grandparents held onto against every odd.
Today, she's building entire communities.
Swipe through her story.

When Bonita Harrison connected with Builders Avenue, she found something she hadn't expected - a mentor who could reflect her own progress back to her clearly. Someone who understood the industry and invested in where she was going.

Are you ready to write your own story? We'd love to hear from you.

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Still the only woman in most rooms and leading every one of them.Traci's story isn't one most people expect. That's exac...
03/26/2026

Still the only woman in most rooms and leading every one of them.
Traci's story isn't one most people expect. That's exactly why it needs to be told.

Pink Hats Construction & Development Group exists for a reason: restoration. Of neighborhoods, of opportunities, and of lives. And Builders Avenue helped make sure the business behind that mission was built to last.

Swipe through. Share it with someone who needs to hear this today. 👆
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Builders stories - Being a Builder means believing in yourself before everything is perfect, asking for help when you ne...
03/19/2026

Builders stories - Being a Builder means believing in yourself before everything is perfect, asking for help when you need it, and keeping your eyes on the impact you want to make.
My story started with family, learning construction from my dad, and later building Prado Construction Experts with my husband. Today, with the support of Builders Avenue, that story has grown into a brand, a website, and projects I once only dreamed about.

"Proud to share my journey and my partnership with Builders Avenue as we keep building what’s next."

03/18/2026

What if you stopped waiting for the perfect moment and just started building?

In this conversation with Noemi from Prado Construction, she breaks down one of the biggest traps for any Builder: waiting until everything looks “ready.”

Builders don’t wait for perfect conditions. They build, learn, adjust and keep going.

Tag someone who needs this reminder today. 👇

Cook County Source empowers small businesses across Cook County with:Free one-on-one expert business advisingTools and r...
03/13/2026

Cook County Source empowers small businesses across Cook County with:
Free one-on-one expert business advising
Tools and resources to help businesses thrive
Events offering key insights and connections
Access to financing opportunities

With a special focus on women, people of color, and microbusinesses, they’re driving real impact in our local economy.

Thank you for championing entrepreneurs and strengthening our business community! Learn more at cookcountysmallbiz.org.

We’re proud to celebrate our client Jim Williams and Certified Property Solutions being featured by the Cook County Smal...
03/11/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our client Jim Williams and Certified Property Solutions being featured by the Cook County Small Business Source.

Through our work together, Jim has been strengthening key areas of his business like estimating, bidding, and staffing to support continued growth.

It’s inspiring to see builders like Jim creating impact in their communities while building strong, sustainable businesses.

We’re proud to support the journey.

Link in Bio to read the full story.

This week, we celebrate the women who are redefining it. And at Builders Avenue, women are shaping strategy, supporting ...
03/09/2026

This week, we celebrate the women who are redefining it. And at Builders Avenue, women are shaping strategy, supporting builders, and building systems that create long-term opportunity.

Here’s to the women who build.

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