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Got a business idea in Chicago? Let's see it clearly.

Ras Business Consulting pairs you with a mentor who walks beside you from first idea to real launch, step by step.

WHAT YOU GET

A working business plan you can launch from

We don't just talk about your idea. We help you shape it into a step-by-step plan you can use right here in Chicago.

Step-by-step planning

We break your idea into monthly goals, starting with the first launch step that matters most.

One-on-one sessions

Direct, practical guidance with no group classes. Your venture gets our full attention each session.

Actionable roadmap

Leave each session with clear next actions, from pricing to permits, written down and ready.

Ongoing accountability

We check in on your progress between sessions so your business keeps moving forward, not just on paper.

MENTEE STORIES

Mentees who made launch happen

Real steps, taken one at a time. Here's how Chicago founders worked with Ras Business Consulting to turn ideas into launched ventures.

I came in with a food truck idea and a lot of nerves. We mapped out the permits, the budget, and the first three months. I launched on schedule.

Marcus Webb smiling in a casual blazer at a coffee shop

Marcus Webb

Founder, Webb Street Eats

The step-by-step plan kept me honest. Every week I knew what to do next, and when I got stuck, a call was enough to get moving again.

Sofia Ramirez smiling in a creative studio space

Sofia Ramirez

Owner, Ramirez Design Studio

As a solo founder, it was easy to feel like I was guessing. Ras Business Consulting helped me break everything down so I could actually make progress.

David Osei in a professional setting, looking confident

David Osei

Founder, Osei Logistics

I thought I needed a full business plan before I could start. They showed me a simpler way to get the essentials down and start selling sooner.

Emily Nguyen smiling at a plant-filled storefront

Emily Nguyen

Creator, Em's Plant Shop

FAQ

What mentorship actually looks like

Honest answers about time, commitment, and how we work together.

One application. One clear path forward.

Applying takes about ten minutes. We review every application personally and follow up within two business days.

Questions? Email us