Events in the Ecosystem
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - July 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for a free on-demand webinar on the use of AI in small businesses.
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WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round
Participate in the WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round, where women business enterprises will showcase their stories and business ideas.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
This is a complimentary seminar to assist individuals in starting their own business in Illinois.
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Windy City Business Network Happy Hour @ Midwest Coast Rooftop
Enjoy a happy hour of networking with craft beer and pizza at Midwest Coast Brewing Co.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Un taller para aprender los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT- Virtual
Join the virtual seminar for the 13th Annual MESC 2026 Kick Off Event to learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality - 2026-07-14
Este webinar te guiará a través de los pasos esenciales para iniciar un negocio de cuidado infantil con confianza.
Paid Social That Works — Facebook & Instagram Advertising Essentials
Learn how to effectively use Facebook and Instagram ads for your business.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Business (B2B) Content Marketing
This workshop focuses on B2B content marketing strategies for engaging clients effectively.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Aprenda los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa en este taller.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
A live webinar teaching aspiring entrepreneurs how to create a business plan and register their business in Illinois.
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Hiring Your First Employee - July 15, 2026
Are you ready to grow your team but unsure where to start?
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE workshop to help you start your business in Illinois.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT- Virtual
Kick off the 13th Annual MESC 2026 with a virtual event focused on entrepreneurship.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (July 2026) - Evening Session
A workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
An online workshop to help individuals start their own small business.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - July 22nd, 2026
A seminar on how to start and grow a business in Illinois.
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Value Proposition - Your Unfair Advantage
An in-person workshop focused on developing your business's value proposition.
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2026: Conversations, Connections & Community
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Join business owners and corporate partners for networking and an expert panel discussion on communication strategies.
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Greater Freeport BASE Camp – Getting Started & Building a Strong Business Foundation - In-Person
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In-person workshop to help entrepreneurs build a strong business foundation.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success (Week 1)
Past
Join the Road to Success Bootcamp, a comprehensive 4-week program designed for emerging and pre-venture entrepreneurs. Gain essential skills through workshops and legal clinics.
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Fireside Chat with Robin Glover
Past
A fireside chat featuring Robin Glover where young professionals can learn from experienced leaders.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - January 20, 2026
Past
Continue your journey in government contracting with the second session of the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp.
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APEX Accelerator Live Webinar: The Certification Process
Past
Learn the certification process for small businesses.
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Fireside Chat with Robin Glover
Past
A fireside chat featuring Robin Glover from Salesforce for young professionals.
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