Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how more benefits are likely to be offered by women-owned companies. Plus, the two also discuss the challenges that women face when starting their own businesses.

To learn more about Republic Bank, visit republicebank.com

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss building financial plans based on individual needs and investment strategies. Tim also talks about interest rates, annuities, and more! For more information, call 800-640-2256.

There are big changes that have been made at Groupon. Mike Tepeli, Senior Manager of Corporate Communications at Groupon, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Mike talks about how the pandemic affected the company, how they had to adapt and rebuild the culture, and how they’ve made improvements. Mike also shares Groupon’s Chicago roots and its direction for the future. Find your local deals on Groupon here: www.groupon.com

Kara Gibson, founder of Paws for Walks Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how she started the business and the journey that led to its current success. Kara shares how her business has grown and what about Paws for Walks Chicago makes their services different from the rest.

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to celebrate Women’s Small Business Month. The two discuss the revenue that women’s small businesses are making and the funding gap they encounter. To learn more about how Republic Bank can help you and your small business, visit republicebank.com.

It’s a Mesirow Monday, and this October, a specialist from Mesirow joins Jon Hansen to share the spookiest things you can do for your finances. Noah Bloch, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters. Noah breaks down the consequences of not budgeting and carrying high-interest debt. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Craig Bolanos, co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses the unemployment rate, how the government shutdown will impact data, and the storage of value. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Autographed hockey sticks, a personalized Michael Jordan message, and bourbon. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. The two also discuss the second Cash Bash they will be hosting this month! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600.

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to celebrate Women’s Small Business Month. The two discuss how Chicago is supporting women entrepreneurs, including tax credits, programs, and other initiatives. To learn more about how Republic Bank can help you and your small business, visit republicebank.com.

Coffee beans, cold brews, and premium coffee syrups! Stefania Marzelia is the founder and owner of Sips, and she joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Stefania talks about how she started her business, her journey to coffee shop shelves, and shares her seasonal release. Get your coffee fix at sipmoresips.com.