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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (August 2026) - Evening Session
This workshop offers vital information for opening a business in Illinois.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
A training workshop for aspiring business owners to learn the essentials of starting a business.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in this live webinar focusing on business planning and resources.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Export 101
Join the Export 101 workshop to learn about international trade and exporting for business opportunities.
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Navigating Google’s Latest Updates for Business Growth
A workshop covering the latest updates to key Google products.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A training session for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn essential steps for starting a business in Illinois.
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Choosing the Right Structure for Your Business
Join us for a webinar on choosing the right legal structure for your business.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - August 27, 2026
A seminar to help individuals start their own business, offered by the Illinois Small Business Development Center.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
An overview of the essential steps to start a small business in Illinois.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar equipping small business owners with essential marketing strategies.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar providing knowledge and tools to write a business plan.
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Starting a Business in Illinois September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (September 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs unlock funding for their projects through grants.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - September 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar on using AI in small business.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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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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Selling to the City of Peoria: How to Get Started and Find Opportunities
This informative webinar offers businesses insights into engaging with the City of Peoria for government contracting.
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SBDC In Person/Hybrid Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market
Workshop on researching your target market for business planning.
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APEX Accelerator Live Webinar: The Certification Process
Past
Join the APEX Accelerator Live Webinar to learn about the certification process for small businesses.
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How to Become a Business Enterprise Program Vendor
Past
Join us online to learn how to become a vendor with CEI.
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Weathering the Storm
Past
A workshop focused on managing stress for agricultural producers and community members.
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Get Money Smart in 2026
Past
A workshop to help entrepreneurs take control of their business finances.
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Direct Lending Program Information Session - March 24, 2026
Past
Join us for an informational webinar on the Direct Lending Program, an alternative capital option for businesses with less-than-perfect credit.
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How to Become a Business Enterprise Program Vendor
Past
Learn how to become a vendor with CEI in an online seminar.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success (March 24, 2026)
Past
Join our four-week Bootcamp designed for entrepreneurs to gain essential tools for building sustainable businesses.
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Grants for Small Businesses - March 24th
Past
A workshop designed to empower small business entrepreneurs with grant funding knowledge and resources.
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Cocktails and Cupcakes for a Cause - March 24, 2026
Past
Join us for Cocktails and Cupcakes for a Cause on March 24, 2026. Enjoy special cocktails and sweets while supporting the WBDC.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - March 24, 2026
Past
Complete your training in government contracting with the final session of the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp.
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