[1] HERO SECTION — The Hook

Turn Your Hustle Into A Legacy

Chicago Hustles (CH$) is more than a media brand — it’s the infrastructure for Chicago’s next creative era. We turn underground voices into household names by building platforms, not just stories.

From fashion to photography, music to murals — we’re where creators get discovered, funded, and celebrated.

We don’t just report on culture. We design the systems that sustain it. No gatekeeping. No gimmicks. Just pure creative power, organized and activated.

Join over 27,000+ artists, solopreneurs, and disruptors who are tired of waiting for permission — and ready to turn hustle into legacy.

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, CH$ is your launchpad.

CH$ Is the Platform That Builds Culture Into Careers.

[2] PROBLEM SECTION — Agitate Their Pain

Chicago is full of world-class creatives, but too many are still:

• Chasing visibility with no system to monetize it

• Relying on Instagram algorithms to build real connection

• Building alone, burning out, and missing their breakthrough

You’ve probably asked:
“Where are the resources? The platforms? The people who actually get it?”

And the truth?
They’ve always existed — just not in the same place. Until now.

CH$ was built because we were tired of gatekeeping, tired of being overlooked, and tired of watching talent go underfunded while the city gets copied and capitalized on.

You deserve a platform that speaks your language — and actually builds you up.

[4] WHAT’S INCLUDED / FEATURES + BENEFITS

🔥 D$BS (The Newsletter That Moves Culture)

💬 HSTLRS Community

🧵 CH$ Editorial

• Cultural reporting, spotlights, and creator features

• Amplifying untold stories across music, art, fashion, and the entrepreneurial grind

• Raw. Unfiltered. Chicago.

🚀 B.R.E.D. Merch & Events

• Monthly limited drops → 144 units max

• Brand collabs & underground pop-ups that feel like family

• Event submission portal for paid features + sponsor opps

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[5] OBJECTIONS + REASSURANCE

Still wondering if CH$ is for you?

→ “Do I have to be a known artist?”
Not at all. We’re here to uplift hidden talent—not just the already-visible.

→ “What if I’m not in Chicago full-time?”
You’re still in. While locals get priority for events, most of CH$ runs online.

→ “Is this pay-to-play?”
Nope. Submissions, the newsletter, and access to features are open with intention. Only HSTLRS and merch require membership or purchase.

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