Finalists

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Alter EatGo

Alter EatGo - In many urban communities around the country, there is a growing consumer demand for the food service industry to provide more nutritious choices because of the rising rates of obesity, strokes, and other health risks. Alter EatGo is a new diet food delivery service that provides healthy, portion controlled and calorie conscious meal options that are tailored to the cultural preferences of ethnically diverse populations and other time deprived professionals in the Chicago metropolitan area. Finally, Chicagoans have a healthy option that is convenient, affordable, delicious and delivered right to their doorstep.

CHI

CHI is a mobile massage therapy service centered on harmonious living in Chicagoland. As a "green" massage company, we are reducing the negative impact of stressful daily living within the communities of Chicago. We strive to improve the quality of portable massage therapy and provide optimal health solutions with professionalism, convenience, and affordability. We are deeply committed to being environmentally conscious and reducing the carbon footprint. Our motto is, "Whether it is your body or the planet, leave it in better condition than you found it."

Chris's Wash Station

Chris's Wash Station is a Laundromat that entertains you! Doing your laundry is boring. Enjoy high-definition TV's, arcade games, a jumbo aquarium and freefood! Our washing machines and dryers are energy efficient and YOU save money.

Commuter Advertising

Commuter Advertising generates revenue through a patented process of creating, managing, and selling relevant and entertaining advertising spots on trains and buses through partnerships with transit services. In return for access to bus and train systems, Commuter Advertising shares revenue with budget-strapped transit agencies, potentially relieving commuters of fare hikes and communities of tax increases. At the same time, Commuter Advertising provides advertisers an affordable new media to deliver marketing messages to targeted consumers at relevant locations near their businesses along transit routes. Commuter Advertising provides a full-service, proprietary approach to delivery of advertising spots from production to implementation, ensuring quality every step of the way.

Illinois Science Council

The Illinois Science Council is an independent nonprofit organization that aims to keep alive the great human fascination with science. We develop casual events - for adults - that bring scientists and engineers face to face with people who want to cultivate their innate curiosity about science and have their questions answered. For more information about our programs, please visit www.IllinoisScience.org

Loop Legal Services/Expungement R' Us

Loop Legal Services/Expungement R’ US -Loop Legal Services/Expungement R’ US is a business that will assist individuals from all social-economic backgrounds, throughout the state, in getting the ir criminal records expunged or sealed, whichever applies. For th ose persons who are precluded by statute from this option, we will identify other areas of relief, such as Pardons for Clemency, Certificate’s of Rehabilitation and Certificates of Good Conduct. We also assist victims of criminal/financial identity thief.

Popcycle (pronounced popsicle)

Popcycle (pronounced popsicle) believes "It's okay to share". As a selective consignment and support boutique, we commit to offering upscale products and dedicated support services for mothers and children. Our product lines feature clothing and accessories, educational products, furniture and equipment. Our support groups focus on creating an environment to support mothers going through the stages of pregnancy and then an ongoing support network as their child develops. Popcycle's motto, "It's okay to share" promotes the reuse and recycling of products and encourages learning through the sharing of personal experiences.

SavvyDoc

SavvyDoc is a mobile and web based platform for doctors to market their practice and allow patients to make a real-time appointment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week similar to the ease of on-line restaurant reservations championed by OpenTable. Patients will use the SavvyDoc platform to learn more about prospective health care providers by searching doctor profiles by specialty, location, insurances accepted and available appointments. With a transparent appointment system that broadcasts appointment openings, a prospective patient will be able to make an appointment that fits their schedule or easily change an appointment when their schedule suddenly changes.

Shawnimals LLC

Shawnimals - Designs compelling and unique character-driven collectible toys and boutique products. We also actively licenses our properties for interactive media, print, apparel and more. The ability to create handmade, special edition toys allows Shawnimals to appeal to its loyal fan base that appreciates handmade collectibles and our products are available for sale on the web and in over 150 stores worldwide.

The Sarmas Group, LLC

The Sarmas Groups develops and produces patent pending Active Packaging Technology with a unique combination of performance properties of great interest within several market segments. Our products feature a diverse range of packaging material integration methods and have demonstrated their ability to prevent condensation and manage moisture within a variety of packaging applications. Our firm's initial focus within the restaurant and take home food markets is driven by widespread demand for moisture protection within disposable take-out packaging. Our technology platform includes opportunities in a number of markets, including military,electronics, consumer packaged goods and applications where nano-release properties would be attractive

The 2008 City Treasurer Business Plan Contest top ten finalists have selected. Vote for your favorite business idea today by sending the name of the business in the subject line: TO: businessplans@cityofchicago.org

Only one vote per e-mail will be accepted. Those voting for any one of our top 3 winners are eligible for a $100.00 Staples gift card. Winners will be announced at the 2008 City Treasurer's Small Business Expo on August 1st, at the new UIC Forum. VOTE TODAY!