Events in the Ecosystem
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SBDC Live Webinar: How to Research Your Target Market
A live webinar that assists participants in researching their target market and understanding customer demographics.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (November 2026) - Evening Session
An online workshop for emerging entrepreneurs about starting a business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Content Marketing
A free webinar on effective B2C content marketing strategies for business owners.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Aprenda los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa en este taller gratuito.
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Starting a business in Illinois
Training designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into action.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
Learn how to prepare for applying for state or federal grants in this online seminar.
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Value Proposition - Your Unfair Advantage
Learn about defining your value proposition in this SBDC In-Person Workshop.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
An overview of steps and resources to start a small business in Illinois.
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SBA Loans: What a Borrower Needs to Know 2026 - Recording
An online seminar for small businesses on understanding SBA loans and funding options.
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Womens Business Council Meeting
Quarterly Womens Business Council meeting for women to learn and network.
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Building Business Credit Webinar 2026 - Recording
A webinar discussing business credit, its importance, and best practices.
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D.I.Y.: Create and Maintain Your Company Website on Wix- Recording
An engaging hands-on webinar on creating and maintaining your company website using Wix.
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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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Legal Support for Small Businesses
A workshop to connect small business owners with local legal experts for guidance on legal matters.
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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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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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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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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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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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29th Annual Chicago River Student Congress
Past
Join us for the 29th Annual Chicago River Student Congress on February 28, 2026. This free event is open to middle and high school students and focuses on environmental education and advocacy.
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Movie Screening and Fundraiser: “The Wiz”
Past
Attend the screening of 'The Wiz' on February 28, 2026, at 6 p.m. at CCICS.
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Accelera las Operaciones de tu Empresa
Past
Evento para profesionales de la construcción sobre financiamiento y certificaciones.