In 2021, Time Out magazine declared Andersonville, Chicago, the coolest neighborhood in the U.S., attracting venture capital (VC) interest, which raised concerns for local business owners like Mia Sakai of Ándale Market. As chains like Foxtrot began encroaching on the area, Sakai noticed a pattern of her unique products appearing in their stores. Despite initially engaging with Foxtrot, she found their expansion threatening to local character and began a campaign to block their entry. Foxtrot’s subsequent shutdown in 2024 illustrated the pitfalls of VC-backed businesses prioritizing growth over community, leaving many employees and local vendors struggling.