Business building & startup help in Illinois
Classen Unlimited is a veteran-owned business-building platform helping Illinois founders go from idea to first paying customer — business plans, startup strategy, and step-by-step help registering with the Illinois Secretary of State. Everything is delivered remotely, so you get the same senior-level support anywhere in Illinois.
What we do for Illinois businesses
Business building & startup coaching in Illinois
Work directly with Jackelyn Classen on the decisions that decide whether a Illinois business survives year one: offer, pricing, operations, and the systems that let you serve customers without burning out. Sessions are remote, so it works whether you're in a Illinois metro or a rural county.
Business plan writing for Illinois founders
A lender- and grant-ready business plan with market research, financial projections, and the narrative reviewers look for — written for Illinois lenders, IL DCEO programs, and SBA-backed loan packages.
LLC & business startup help in Illinois
Guidance on entity choice, registering with the Illinois Secretary of State, getting your EIN, opening a business bank account, and the licenses Illinois expects before you take your first paying customer. Plus DUNS and tradeline strategy to build business credit from day one.
Why Illinois founders work with us
- Veteran-owned firm led by Jackelyn Classen
- 22+ years in information technology
- 10+ years in business advisory
- Remote-first — every county in Illinois
- Free resources provided by Classen Unlimited Foundation Inc., a non-profit organization
Illinois startup resources
Free programs worth using before you spend a dollar with anyone:
Want grants and funding matched to your Illinois business? That's included with a membership.
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Ready to start your Illinois business?
Tell us what you're building and we'll send a quote — or take the free 2-minute quiz and get a personalized roadmap first.