As part of Chicago’s efforts to support small business and startup growth, the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) is hosting a new workshop series called “Startup Toolkit: Tips & Tricks for Success.” The five-part series, which begins August 28, 2015 and will be held once a month through the end of the year, will cover areas new and existing entrepreneurs need to know in order to run a successful startup business, including commercial property leasing, legal considerations, social media, and business sales and acquisitions. All BACP workshops are held at City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, Room 805. “We always like to introduce innovative business tools to keep small businesses thriving,” said BACP Commissioner Maria Guerra Lapacek. “This new workshop series will help small businesses learn from the success and failures of other companies, to easily adapt to current business trends.” BACP offers free workshops every Wednesday and Friday in Room 805 at City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street. To register, or for more information, call 312.744.2086 or email BACPoutreach@cityofchicago.org. More information about BACP’s programs and events can be found at www.cityofchicago.org/bacp.