Meet the SBGI Team
Get to know the professionals behind the Small Business Growth Initiative.
SBGI is powered by a diverse team of finance, legal, and business experts dedicated to empowering small business success.
Our leadership and delivery partners include:
- Kristal Stevenson, CPA, MBA – Program Director & Principal at AEMC
- Venice Chaplin – Stakeholder & Capital Access Manager
- Pamela Johnson – Intake Coordinator
- Our Partner Network: Bilingual attorneys, licensed CPAs, and business advisors across Illinois.
Together, we provide comprehensive, audit-ready services aligned with state compliance requirements and participant success.