Tools to Protect Your Business:
Be Prepared in Case of Deportation

In collaboration with the General Consulate of Mexico in Chicago and other community organizations, the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (IHCC) has launched Tools to Protect Your Business: Be Prepared in Case of Deportation, a program to provide small business owners and their employees with the resources they need to make sure their business can continue operating in the midst of deportation.

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Important information business owners and their employees must know in case of deportation:

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a crucial legal document that allows you to designate a trusted representative to manage your business affairs if you are unable to do so. By having a POA in place, you ensure that your business can continue operating smoothly in case of an immigration emergency or other unexpected circumstances.

  • Business Continuity: A POA grants your chosen agent the authority to handle financial transactions, contracts, and real estate matters, ensuring that your business remains operational.

  • Legal Compliance: Be prepared for I-9 audits, SSA ‘No Match’ letters, and other regulatory challenges by appointing a reliable representative who can act on your behalf.

  • Easy Access to Legal Protection: Download two free Power of Attorney templates tailored for business owners to secure your operations and protect your assets.

Protect your business assets and ensure uninterrupted financial access with key strategies designed for immigrant business owners. Having the right financial safeguards in place allows you to maintain control over your business, even in challenging situations.

  • Secure Business Banking Access: Learn how to add a co-signer or authorized representative to your business account, ensuring financial continuity. Get access to information on banks that accept ITIN-based accounts and business structures like LLCs to protect your assets.

  • Stay Legally Compliant: Understand I-9 audit procedures, documentation strategies, and labor law compliance to prevent fines and disruptions to your business operations.

  • Protect Your Business Finances: Download free guides and templates to help you structure your business finances securely and mitigate risks.

Prepare your business and employees for unexpected immigration-related challenges with essential tools and strategies to maintain operations and protect your workforce.

  • Be Ready for Government Audits & Raids: Gain access to guides on I-9 audits, workplace compliance, and employee rights during ICE enforcement actions. Ensure that your team understands their legal protections and knows how to respond effectively.

  • Develop an Emergency Contact Plan: Identify a legal representative who can take charge of critical business decisions if you are detained. Use our business continuity plan templates to secure essential documents, including:

    • Emergency contact list
    • Key financial and operational access credentials
    • Legal documents for banks and vendors
  • Protect Your Employees & Business: Download free emergency preparedness templates to create a structured response plan for your business.

For more information, please contact: [email protected]

Additional Resources

  • Mental Health Support: Manage stress, anxiety, and emotions affecting your well-being.
  • Crisis Coaching: Make confident decisions and overcome obstacles with expert guidance.
  • Leadership Development: Strengthen your business with effective strategies, assertive communication, and inspiring leadership.

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