Expand Your Retail Expertise with Access To:
- Compliance guides focused on Illinois and local retail labor laws, and workforce planning
- Operational best practices and insights to help your business stay competitive
- Information about the Retail Apprenticeship Program
- Invitations to exclusive retail events
Together, we’re building communities and careers that last.
When you join our retail network, you gain access to deeper resources designed to strengthen your business and your workforce. You’ll receive proven marketing and operational strategies curated for Illinois retailers, along with access to the Retail Apprenticeship Program, which offers certified training, workforce development tools, and eligibility for tax credits of up to $5,000 per apprentice, all supported by the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA).
By signing up, you’ll gain access to IRMA-developed guides that provide clear direction on Illinois paid leave requirements, local Sick and Safe Leave ordinances, Chicago and Cook County retail labor laws, and the Chicago Fair Workweek Ordinance. These resources are designed to support compliance, strengthen employee retention, improve workforce planning, and simplify day-to-day operations.
You’ll also have opportunities to spotlight your business through statewide storytelling campaigns, video features, and community showcases, and receive invitations to high-value retail events such as IL ORCA webinars, specialized retail masterclasses, IRMA’s Annual Meeting in Chicago, and Business Day in Springfield.
These tools and connections help you stay informed, supported, and confident as your business grows.