Events in the Ecosystem
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ScaleHigher (en español) - June 8, 2026
Participate in the ScaleHigher program designed for Spanish speakers, focusing on business growth and development.
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBENC WBE Certification – Session 1 - June 8, 2026
Learn how to leverage your WBENC WBE certification to enhance your business opportunities in this informative session.
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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.
Digital Marketing Essentials
A workshop to strengthen digital marketing strategies for beginners and those looking to improve skills.
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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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Starting Your Business In Illinois
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Learn about the resources needed to start a business in Illinois in this free online training.
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International Business Conference 2026
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The International Business Conference 2026 will take place on March 3, 2026, at NEIU's Main Campus, Alumni Hall. This event is designed to connect students with international business professionals.
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NorthShore Business Network Happy Hour @ Sketchbook Brewing
Past
A networking event with craft beer and pizza for local business professionals.
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Career Workshop Series: Kickstart Your Career! - Networking - March 3rd, 2026
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Learn networking tips to build your personal brand in the Career Workshop Series.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - March 3, 2026
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Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC. This event will cover essential strategies for navigating government contracting.
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Chicago at a Crossroads: Securing Chicago’s AI Advantage
Past
Join us for a forum on how Chicago can secure its AI advantage for future growth.
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Echoes of Silence Photography Exhibit
Past
Experience the Echoes of Silence Photography Exhibit, showcasing resilience and memory from the 1972 genocide. Join us for the opening ceremony on March 3rd.
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Billiards
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Join the Billiards tournament on March 3, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Mastering Instagram Reels
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A hands-on training session to master creating Instagram Reels.
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