Events in the Ecosystem
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (December 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure funding through grants.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - December 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar on AI applications for small businesses.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to equip small business owners with essential marketing strategies.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for entrepreneurs to learn how to write a business plan using LivePlan.
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Starting a Business in Illinois December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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The Customer Journey & Building SOPs
A training event on improving customer experience and building effective SOPs.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join us for a FREE workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Online Webinar
Online webinar for starting a small business in Illinois.
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Start Now in Government Contracting Series Part 3 – Capability Statements
This online training session covers essential sections of a Capabilities Statement for government contracting.
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APEX Government Contracting Beginners Bootcamp
APEX Government Contracting Beginners Bootcamp is a comprehensive introduction to government contracting.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in Illinois through this online webinar.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in Illinois in this informative online webinar.
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Upgrade Your Cashflow: Small Business Financing Seminar
Past
A seminar focused on small business financing strategies and funding solutions.
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An Introduction to Winning Business in the Government Marketplace
Past
A training webinar designed to help small businesses understand and navigate government contracting.
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Starting A Business in IL
Past
Workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
Past
An online workshop designed for individuals thinking about starting their own small business.
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WBE Onboarding - February 19, 2026
Past
Join us for a free 45-minute webinar aimed at newly certified WBENC WBEs or those wanting a refresher on the WBDC and WBENC networks.
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SBDC Live Webinar: How to Research Your Target Market
Past
Guided webinar on researching your target market for business planning.
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Google Docs & Professional Documents
Past
Learn how to create and format professional documents using Google Docs.
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Starting a Business in Illinois 2/19/2026
Past
A training event to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Export 101 (February 2026)
Past
This seminar provides an overview of exporting and its benefits for business expansion.
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Oak Brook Business Network Event @ Empire's rooftop in Lombard
Past
A casual networking evening for local business professionals with drinks and appetizers.
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AI For Beginners/Breakfast & Brainstorming
Past
A free seminar introducing the basics of Artificial Intelligence.
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