Economic Strategies Development Corporation (ESDC) in Pilsen and Worth Township located in Alsip, are taking their partnership to a new level. ESDC announced its support for extending its current partnership to further advance Worth Township’s economic development efforts. This includes workforce development, technical assistance to businesses, financial literacy, and other services that will be hosted at the Township located at 11601 S. Pulaski in Alsip. Worth Township currently serves all or parts of Alsip, Blue Island, Bridgeview, Chicago Ridge, Crestwood, Evergreen Park, Hometown, Merrionette Park, Oak Lawn, Palos Heights, Robbins, and Worth. Starting this week, ESDC will be present at the Township office one day every other week, during which individuals and business owners will be able to schedule one-on-one consultations with experienced professionals. ESDC will also facilitate workshops and other educational opportunities. Beginning Thursday, July 28, ESDC will be at the Township Hall to offer these services and help facilitate workshops and other educational opportunities. The first day will offer free professional portrait sessions applicants can use for business cards, resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other platforms. The photos will be offered between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm and registration is encouraged but no appointment is necessary.

Worth Township 
To make an appointment for the program, residents are encouraged to contact Colleen Kenny or Julie Jackowiak in the Clerk’s Office at 708-371-2900, extension 125 or 127.

ESDC 
For information on the ESDC Workforce & Business Resource Center at the Alsip office, call the ESDC office in Pilsen at 312-733-2287 or email Pete Vale, pvale@esdcchicago.org.