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For Chicago small businesses, ‘the pope economy’ is good

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By Bill Kirkos, CNN (CNN) — The Windy City is getting a boost from “the pope economy.” Since Pope Leo XIV’s election in May, creative entrepreneurs across the globe have worked overtime to stamp his likeness on everything from baby onesies to a cold pint of beer. But the frenzy to own the pope’s likeness might be greatest in the Chicagoland area, where Leo grew up in the south suburbs. New events can create a “boom for certain businesses,” said …

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Longtime Chicago Frame Shop Helendora Samuels Picture Framing Moves To West Town

WEST TOWN — A frame shop whose clients have included the Chicago Bulls and White Sox — who recently commissioned a Pope Leo XIV jersey — is relocating from Wicker Park to West Town. Helendora Samuels Picture Framing opened last week at 1851 W. Chicago Ave. after operating for more than a decade at 1736 W. North Ave. in Wicker Park. The Wicker Park location will remain open for the next few weeks. It’s the latest chapter in a 50-year framing care…

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For Chicago small businesses, ‘the pope economy’ is good

With a born-and-raised Chicagoan leading the Catholic church, some small business owners have sprung into action to cash in.

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United States: for Chicago's Small Businesses, the "Papal Economy" Is Good · Global Voices

July 21, 2025.-Since the election of Pope Leo XIV in May, creative entrepreneurs from all over the world have worked hard to stamp their image in everything, from baby pajamas to a pint of cold beer. But the frenzy for possessing the image of the Pope could be greater in the area of ...

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