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Financial Management: Understanding This Critical Practice
A webinar to help small business owners understand critical financial management practices.
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Grow Your Business with AI Powered Tools
This workshop will explain the basics of AI and how AI-powered tools by Google can help small businesses.
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AI for Business Owners: Turn Operational Pain into Automated Workflows
A webinar for small business owners on how to utilize AI and automation to improve operational workflows.
Starting a Business in Illinois Co-Hosted with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Explore the steps to starting your own business with this online training session.
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Taste of Chatham
Join the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce for a culinary tour exploring the rich culinary legacy of Chicago's South Side.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
A workshop connecting small business owners with local legal experts to provide legal guidance.
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2026 WBENC National Conference IMPACT
A national conference focused on business connections and growth.
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2026 Chicagoland Chamber Legislative Reception
The Chicagoland Chamber Legislative Reception connects business members with elected officials and policymakers.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (June 2026) - Evening Session
An overview workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 1)
Defense Industry Days Day 1 event focusing on strengthening the defense supply chain.
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Navigating Illinois BidBuy: How to Find State Contracting Opportunities
A one-hour webinar helping businesses navigate Illinois BidBuy for state contracting opportunities.
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 16, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers Into Loyal Fans
A workshop on building customer relationships using email, SMS, and community.
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Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers into Loyal Fans
Learn how to build customer loyalty through email, SMS, and community engagement in this free workshop.
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Grow Smart: Small Business Marketing Series: Digital Ads
An online training event for small business marketing focusing on digital ads.
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Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses on 2026-06-17
Participate in a summit focused on strategies for attracting and retaining talent in your business.
Industry Ignited Chicago Manufacturing Capital
A conference designed to connect small and mid-sized manufacturers with financial resources and workforce solutions.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 2 w/Matchmaking)
Join us for Day 2 of the Defense Industry Days featuring matchmaking and training opportunities.
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SBDC & COD Library In-Person Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market & Lab
An in-person workshop on researching your target market.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Learn the basics of starting a successful business in this training workshop.
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29th Annual Chicago River Student Congress
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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.