Events in the Ecosystem
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Learn the basics of starting a successful business in this training workshop.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in Illinois during this online webinar.
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Illinois Procurement Essentials: Methods & BidBuy
An informative session on procurement methods used by the State of Illinois.
Automate Business Workflows Using Gemini
Learn to automate business workflows using Gemini in this free online training.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Join the 13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT to learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge and win prizes!
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Starting a Business in Illinois
A hands-on workshop for small business owners on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A virtual training session designed to aid aspiring entrepreneurs in starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A free workshop on starting a business in Illinois, providing essential knowledge and resources.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Online Webinar
An online webinar for individuals interested in starting a small business in Illinois.
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Business After Business at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
A networking reception for Chamber of Commerce members and non-members at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island.
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Happy Hour Networking @ CoCo & Blu (June 17th)
A networking event for local business professionals at CoCo Blu on June 17th.
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WBE Onboarding - June 2026
A free webinar for newly certified WBENC WBEs to understand the WBDC and WBENC networks.
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ESTRATEGIAS DE MARKETING DIGITAL
Training sessions on digital marketing strategies for businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
An online workshop to assist individuals interested in starting their small business.
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Make Better Decisions with Analytics and AI
Join us for an online workshop on using AI and Google Analytics for business insights.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Kick off your entrepreneurial journey at the 13th Annual MESC 2026 event with opportunities to win prize money.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business growth.
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State of IL BEP Certifications
A seminar on the State of IL diversity certification application process.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 23, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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Starting A Business in IL
Past
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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APEX - Boost Your Business with the BEP Program
Past
Boost Your Business with the BEP Program offers no-cost training including a virtual option on government contracting and the Illinois BEP.
Starting a Business in Illinois
Past
A webinar to help you determine if entrepreneurship is right for you and learn about the critical steps to start your own business.
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Employment Law Changes
Past
This training session covers important recent and upcoming changes in Illinois employment law.
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Get the Keys to Apply for Government Grants
Past
Get key knowledge to apply for government grants with the Illinois SBDC at Build Bronzeville.
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Oak Brook Business Network Event @ Empire's rooftop in Lombard (Dec. 11th)
Past
Networking event with drinks and appetizers for local business professionals.
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CO-ED Women in Business Lunch
Past
Join us for a CO-ED Women in Business Lunch and contribute to a good cause by bringing an unwrapped toy for donation.
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HR Insights and Trends for 2026
Past
HR Insights and Trends for 2026 is an online meeting with live training on current HR topics.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Strategic Social Media Marketing for B2B
Past
Join us for a free webinar on strategic social media marketing for B2B.
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