Ignite Your Business
Whether you have an established business or are an entrepreneur looking to jump start a new venture, we can help. We offer personalized assistance, business programming, specialized databases, and relevant resources in books, newspapers, and magazines.
Contact Us
Have a business reference question, need help with our resources, or don't know where to begin? We are here to help in all phases of the business cycle, from start-up to scale-up to exit.
Contact our business librarian Tricia Swanstrom at ignite@wheatonlibrary.org or 630-868-7531 to schedule a consultation over the phone, online, or in person at the library.
Business Databases
Business Source Premier
Full-text articles from more than 2,300 journals in all disciplines of business, including marketing, management, accounting, finance, and economics.
Crain's Chicago Business
Read the latest issues or search for articles from 1996 to present. Find articles, business profiles, interviews, financial information, and timely news.
Gale Business: Plan Builder
A guided step-by-step experience for starting, managing, or growing a business. Develop a business plan, create deliverables, and track progress. Resources for new entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners.
Community Partners
City of Wheaton Department of Economic Development
Serves the community by attracting new businesses to Wheaton and retaining existing businesses. Offers planning tools to help businesses in Wheaton thrive.
Downtown Wheaton Association
Supports Downtown Wheaton businesses through promotions and events.
Illinois Small Business Development Center
Located at College of DuPage. Delivers affordable support to small businesses and entrepreneurs.