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APEX - Process for Becoming a Vendor for the State of Illinois Colleges and Universities - WIU
This training covers the process for becoming a vendor for the State of Illinois Colleges and Universities.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 4, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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Breaking Into the Big Leagues: Unlocking Partnerships - 2026-06-04
Explore partnership opportunities with Chicago’s professional women’s sports organizations at this informative event.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 5, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 6, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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Starting a Business in Illinois – Get It Right from Day One - 2026-06-09
Gain clarity and confidence in starting your business in Illinois with our interactive webinar.
2026 Solopreneurs’ Mastermind Series
Join the Solopreneurs’ Mastermind Series, a 6-month program designed for solo business owners to sharpen their offerings and find the right clients.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 9, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality - June 9, 2026
Join us for a webinar that helps aspiring childcare providers turn their passion into a thriving business. Learn about the essential steps to start your childcare journey.
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Naperville Business Network Event @ Empire's Rooftop (June 9th)
Networking event for local business professionals at Empire's rooftop in Naperville.
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Entiende tus finanzas y planea para crecer tu negocio de Cuidado Infantil (2026-06-10 to 2026-06-11)
This two-day workshop will teach you how to prepare and interpret financial statements, create budgets, and establish key performance indicators for better decision-making.
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Chicago at a Crossroads: Rebuilding the Core: Catalytic Projects Reshaping the Heart of Chicago
A panel discussion on the catalytic projects reshaping Chicago's core and their implications for the business future of the city.
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How to Use AI to Take Back Time Without Adding More Tools
Explore how to effectively use AI to streamline business workflows and regain time.
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How to Use AI to Take Back Time Without Adding More Tools- Smart Brand System
Learn how to leverage AI to enhance your business productivity without adding more tools.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join this workshop to learn the basics of starting your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois Workshop
An in-person workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
A complimentary seminar providing information and resources to guide aspiring entrepreneurs in starting their own business.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn the basics of starting a successful business.
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Financial Management – understanding this critical practice
A seminar focused on understanding critical financial management practices for small businesses.
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Inicie Su Negocio en Illinois: Hágalo Bien Desde el Principio - 2026-06-11
Obtenga la información y confianza necesarias para iniciar su negocio en Illinois con nuestro seminario web.
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Is 8(a) Certification Right For You? - 2026
Past
An online course on 8(a) certification for small businesses.
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Paid Leave Act: What Employers Need to Know in 2026 - Recording
Past
An online course about the Paid Leave Act for employers.
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Invent Fund Program Webinar 2026 - Recording
Past
A pre-recorded online course on business financing and technology.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - January 2026 On-Demand Webinar
Past
An on-demand webinar that provides tools to write a business plan for entrepreneurs.
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HR 101 For Small Businesses Online Webinar Series - 2026
Past
A pre-recorded four session training series for small businesses covering Human Resource topics.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - January 2026 On-Demand Webinar
Past
An on-demand webinar for small business owners on essential marketing strategies.
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Principios de contabilidad para pequeñas empresas - 2026
Past
An online course about accounting for small businesses.
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ECommerce with Shopify - Session 2 - Recorded Session - 2026
Past
A workshop focused on using Shopify for eCommerce businesses.
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Comenzando un Pequeño Negocio en Illinois Seminario 2026
Past
Comenzando un Pequeño Negocio en Illinois Seminario 2026 is an online seminar for business start-up training.
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Social Media for Your Business Cohort - 2026 - virtual
Past
Virtual course focused on leveraging social media for business.
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ECommerce with Shopify - Session 1 - Recorded Session 2026
Past
Join this free online course to learn how to start your Shopify store.
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On Demand! Unleash the Power of Podcasting for Your Business: Take The Stress Out of Podcasting! 2026 - Recording
Past
A training course to help you launch your business podcast stress-free.
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Webinar on SBIR Funding and Proposals 2026
Past
A webinar to learn about SBIR funding and proposal processes.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea
Past
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure grant funding.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - Recorded Seminar 2026
Past
An online seminar on starting a small business in Illinois.
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Certification for Small and Diverse Business -- Capability Statement 2026
Past
An online course on completing the capability statement for small and diverse businesses.
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Small Business Accounting Basics - 2026
Past
A free online course on the basics of Small Business Accounting.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program January 2026 On-Demand Webinar
Past
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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Onboarding Your First Employee 2026 - Recording
Past
Join this free online course to learn about onboarding your first employee.
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Corporate Transparency Act- Beneficial Owners Reporting 2026 - Recording
Past
A seminar for small businesses on the Corporate Transparency Act and its implications.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Recorded Online Seminar - 2026
Past
A prerecorded seminar on grant preparation focusing on Illinois state grants and related processes.
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