Events in the Ecosystem
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
A webinar to help entrepreneurs learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
A live seminar for individuals looking to start a small business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Legal Issues for Small Business
Join the SBDC for a live webinar on legal issues for small businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to understand business startup opportunities in Illinois.
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Export 101
A workshop covering a basic overview of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business expansion.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and international trade opportunities.
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CMMC Compliance Training for Manufacturers
Join our CMMC Compliance Training designed for manufacturers to ensure you meet DoD requirements.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE workshop to guide you in starting your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (September 2026) - Evening Session
A workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
A live online seminar focusing on the pre-award process for state and federal grants.
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The Wedge: Intelligent Ledgers in the AI Economy
A training seminar exploring the role of intelligent ledgers in the AI economy aimed at accounting and finance professionals.
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Grants for Small Businesses - September 24, 2026
Workshop aimed at empowering entrepreneurs to secure funding for their small businesses.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
A training session on starting a small business in Illinois.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A training session for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - October 2026
An on-demand webinar focused on how AI can benefit small businesses, featuring demonstrations and practical applications.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar to help entrepreneurs write effective business plans using LivePlan.
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Starting a Business in Illinois October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs successfully start their businesses in Illinois.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar focusing on marketing strategies for small businesses.
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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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