Design & Creative Services · Illinois

Certified Women-Owned Design & Creative Services in Illinois

44 certified women-owned design & creative services vendors in Illinois with an active WOSB or EDWOSB certification, reported from the U.S. SBA Small Business Search.

44 certified vendors · ranked by certification recency & profile depth

01JOHNSON LASKY KINDELIN ARCHITECTS, INC.

Engineering & Architecture · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

JOHNSON LASKY KINDELIN ARCHITECTS is a full service architecture firm with a specialty sectors in working with existing structures, additions, adaptive reuse, new construction, and transportation projects. The office is a unique blend of architects, designers, and planners that delivers work of unequalled quality.

03BIRKDESIGN INC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB, 8a
WOSBEDWOSB8(a)

Birkdesign Inc. (birkcreative.com), a full-service advertising, creative marketing, social media and media buying agency that works with government organizations and private sector clients. We deliver wraparound services including artificial intelligence (AI) creative training, workforce development and professional training across all advertising and marketing activities: Media buying, social media strategy (paid and organic), visual identity, branding, brand messaging, custom content creation, podcast/video/radio production, social media marketing and digital advertising.

04INNOVAXIS, INC.

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB
WOSBEDWOSB

Since 2007, marketing leaders have trusted Innovaxis to strengthen internal teams with strategy, content, and digital marketing. Services include market research, audits, strategic planning, SEO, content creation, collateral development, campaigns, social media management, PR, branding, graphic and web design, e-commerce, video production, and marketing automation. Innovaxis helps you grow with tailored marketing solutions.

06GWO, INC.

Construction & Trades · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB, 8a
WOSBEDWOSB8(a)

GWO Inc. is a Chicago-based construction firm providing commercial, government, and heavy civil construction services since 2013. We have experience in office build-outs, tenant improvements, industrial construction, site development, and heavy civil projects. Our team is skilled in project coordination, subcontractor management, and quality control to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. As a federally certified 8(a) and WOSB contractor, we have completed projects for local government agencies and are actively expanding our work in federal contracting. Our experience includes renovations, infrastructure improvements, and heavy civil construction, with a focus on meeting project specifications and regulatory requirements. GWO Inc. is committed to efficient project execution, clear communication, and adherence to industry standards. We have the capacity to manage projects from pre-construction through completion while maintaining quality and safety.

07MORREALE PUBLIC AFFAIRS GROUP INC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Rosemont, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Founded in 2006, Morreale Communications was designed with a unique blend of journalism, government, media, and creative services to provide innovative strategic solutions for a wide variety of clients in the public and private sectors. The Morreale creative process is at the heart of our award-winning public relations campaigns. From branding to multi-channel marketing, every font, color and shape ties into our overall communications strategy. We have deep relationships and experience with complex and highly regulated industries, allowing us to leverage our network and full-service communications capabilities.

08QIS CREATIVES & MEDIA LLC

Professional & Management Consulting · Mount Prospect, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB
WOSBEDWOSB

QIS Creative and Media LLC is a veteran-owned small business providing communications, digital design, public relations, and procurement support to government agencies. The company supports micro-purchases and simplified acquisitions through reliable execution, purchasing assistance, administrative support, and logistics coordination. QIS brings experience from U.S. Navy logistics, VA administrative support, and media and communications projects.

10ZMB CONTRACTING & SUPPORT SERVICES LLC

Wholesale & Distribution · Rockford, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

ZMB Contracting & Support Services LLC is a diversified small business providing wholesale supply distribution, facility support services, professional services, and temporary housing solutions to federal, state, and local agencies. We specialize in industrial supplies, janitorial and sanitation products, office and paper goods, medical and hygiene supplies, packaging and labeling services, and other durable and nondurable goods. Our capabilities also include janitorial services, office administrative support, computer systems design, graphic design services, residential leasing, temporary shelters, and traveler accommodations. ZMB delivers responsive procurement, scalable sourcing, and reliable logistics support to meet routine, emergency, and short-notice government requirements.

13MOKSOL IMPACT LLC

Professional & Management Consulting · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB
WOSBEDWOSB

At MokSol Impact LLC, we transcend traditional IT consultancy; we are catalysts for change. Our mission, 'Empower, Enable, Excel,' underscores our commitment to guiding organizations towards a future where excellence is the norm. We specialize in driving organizational transformation and harnessing technology's power to empower innovation and meaningful change.

14PRAIRIE ENGINEERS, P.C.

Engineering & Architecture · Columbia, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Professional Engineering and Land Surveying services including: Boundary Surveys, Topographical Surveys, Mapping, GIS development, SDSFIE, Utility Inventories, Civil Engineering, Site Engineering, Roadways, Highways, Water and Sewers, Utility Engineering

17ON THE JOB CONSULTING, INC.

IT & Software Services · Champaign, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

We build software that powers low level sensors, sophisticated apps, and the back-end web systems that tie everything together. Pixo focuses on accelerating the pace of innovation for our client’s mission critical or product critical engineering projects, ensuring they can remain competitive.

18FOREVER GRACE LLC

Manufacturing & Production · Park Forest, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Forever Grace, LLC helps organizations look polished, stay prepared, and show up with confidence. We specialize in custom printing, branded apparel, promotional products, and practical support for schools, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies. Our clients rely on us for fast turnaround, clear communication, and work that’s done right the first time. As a certified MBE, WBE, and WOSB, we support teams that value trust, diversity, and dependable partnerships. Whether it’s uniforms, event merchandise, corporate gifts, or branded materials, we focus on making the process simple, accurate, and stress-free. Our goal is to help every organization present themselves well and maintain the polished, consistent image they deserve.

19CARBON3SIXTY INC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Carbon3Sixty is an SBA-certified WOSB agile branding and digital boutique with over 30 years of past performance. We specialize in mission-critical visual strategy, technical web development, and 508-compliant marketing collateral for regulated industries. As a specialized micro-business, we offer direct principal-level engagement and lower overhead, ensuring rapid response times and cost-effective delivery. We leverage a vetted network of subject matter experts to scale project teams, providing the institutional stability of a seasoned firm with the flexibility of a modern agency to support federal acquisition, public outreach, and recruitment goals.

21SANTOS MCLEESE, LLC

Training & Educational Services · White Heath, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Solo-preneur (LLC, 14yrs) with a deeply trusted network of 1099 subs, we provide communication strategy, brand identity development, facilitation + training services tailored to the unique needs of government agencies, public sector partners, and private entities.

22BHDG ARCHITECTS INC

Engineering & Architecture · Marion, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB
WOSBEDWOSB

We are a certified female business and hub-zone enterprise providing architectural services, engineering services, drafting services, building inspection services as well as interior design services.

24LOUER FACILITY PLANNING, INC.

Design & Creative Services · Collinsville, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Commercial office furniture; Haworth dealer, modular office systems, desks, chairs, and tables. Interior design, space planning, furniture specification, finish selections.

25BATIR ARCHITECTURE LTD

Engineering & Architecture · Saint Charles, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB, EDWOSB
WOSBEDWOSB

Specialists in Mission Critical, telepresence/telecommuting, data centers and technical environments. Other areas of expertise: high-performance sustainable smart buildings, Support Federal Energy Management Programs (FEMP), smart building pilot programs, ESCO/ESPC contracts and energy audits, building energy retrofit design.

26GRAPHICCELL, INC

Design & Creative Services · East Moline, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

GraphicCell is a boutique design studio fueled by creativity and collaboration. We partner with clients across diverse industries, including real estate, beverages, fashion & beauty, entertainment, and awards events. Brand Identity & Development: We create compelling brand identities that resonate with your target audience, from logo design and visual language to brand guidelines. Digital Design & Content Creation: We craft engaging content across various digital platforms, including websites, social media graphics, video animation, & motion graphics. Print & Collateral Design: We design high-quality print materials like brochures, flyers, & presentations to support your marketing and communication efforts. Accessible Design: Our team incorporates accessibility best practices to ensure your visual content is accessible to all users. Project Management & Collaboration: We manage projects efficiently, ensuring clear communication and adherence to deadlines and budgets.

28M. HARRIS & CO.

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

M. Harris & Co. is a woman-owned marketing and creative agency that makes our clients more memorable. We help our clients find the right words and visuals to describe what they do, how they do it and why they matter. We preach brevity and clarity, because organizations that tell simple, compelling stories stand out and win. Our creative team includes writers and filmmakers who have won James Beard, Pulitzer, Clio and Cannes Lion awards, and these veterans actually do the work. We operate on the Avengers model: Superheroes only.

31LOPEZ MARTIN & ASSOCIATES INC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

PURPLE GROUP,dba for Lopez Martin & Ass.,a full-service strategic marketing communications and advertising firm providing total market and cultural expertise. We develop powerfully engaging messages using online and offline channels to maximize impact

33BRELLA PRODUCTIONS INC

Design & Creative Services · Evanston, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Brella is an meeting and event optimization agency. We support government agencies by managing and producing meetings and events for learning, training and outreach so they are efficient, effective and highly engaging. Services include live event and meeting production, hybrid event and meeting production, virtual event and meeting production, presentation design, video production, training development, instructional design, touchscreen development. Our meeting and event production includes producing seminars, webinars, symposiums, conferences and trade shows. Our video production includes shooting, editing, video studio, greenscreen, video editing, and motion graphics. Our video services are for documentaries, outreach, and training.

34RADA ARCHITECTS LTD

Engineering & Architecture · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Quality design driven architectural services. Strong higher education, airport, science laboratory and commercial portfolio. Also specialized in LEED/sustainable Design. Extensive experience working with public agencies.

35ALTUSWORKS INC

Engineering & Architecture · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Professional Architectural Design Firm specializing the restoration, adaptive reuse and expansion of existing and historic structures.

37GILMORE MARKETING CONCEPTS, INC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Elgin, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

GMCI—Gilmore Marketing Concepts, Inc. is a full service advertising and design agency that has been in business since 1991. We specialize in custom marketing, design, web, SEO, video and print for local advertisers, corporate entities, not-for-profit companies and small businesses. GMCI has won numerous creative awards and accolades over the years in the fields of online marketing, web development, magazine publication, corporate identification, display advertising, brochure design and logo creation. GMCI has a full staff of marketing geniuses, design gurus, web programming specialists, video production experts & SEO superstars to make your marketing exceptional. We are THE ADVENGERS! Leaping tall deadlines in a single bound to be the brawn behind your brand!

39BAILEY EDWARD DESIGN, INC

Engineering & Architecture · Chicago, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

A WOSB architecture, engineering, and interior design firm that delivers highly responsive customer service through measurable project management, creative solutions that transform challenges into opportunities, and an ardent focus on client success.

40DAMIANO GROUP, LLC

Marketing, Advertising & PR · Morton Grove, Illinois
SBA-certified WOSB
WOSB

Damiano Group, LLC provides scientific writing, public relations, media relations, and communications strategy, workshops, and coaching for science, medical technology, healthcare, academic, and government organizations. We are experts in clear, concise, and compelling communication of scientific and technical information to diverse audiences. We excel at helping our clients articulate the value that their product, service, or research provides to their stakeholders.

Frequently asked

Are there certified women-owned Design & Creative Services companies in Illinois?

Yes — 44 certified women-owned Design & Creative Services vendors in Illinois are listed on Womyn Owned, each with an active WOSB or EDWOSB certification reported from the U.S. SBA Small Business Search and dated on each listing.

How do I find and verify a WOSB Design & Creative Services vendor in Illinois?

Browse the listings below — ranked by certification recency and profile depth — and open any profile to follow its link to the official SBA Small Business Search record for verification.