Events in the Ecosystem
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Value Proposition - Your Unfair Advantage
An in-person workshop focused on developing your business's value proposition.
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Restaurant 101: Building a Profitable Food Business from Concept to Operations
A training session focused on building a profitable food business from concept to operations.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
An online training to guide individuals on how to start a small business in Illinois.
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Starting a business in Illinois
Virtual training designed for aspiring entrepreneurs to help them start their business.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar about the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - August 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar featuring practical uses of AI for small businesses.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
A free on-demand webinar for small business owners on marketing strategies.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (August 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure grant funding.
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Starting a Business in Illinois August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
This on-demand webinar provides essential knowledge for starting a business in Illinois.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar that teaches entrepreneurs how to write a business plan.
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Tax Know-How for Small Business
A training session covering tax know-how for small businesses.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join our FREE workshop to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
A workshop connecting small business owners with legal experts for guidance on business-related legal issues.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality (August 11, 2026)
Final session of the series focusing on childcare business essentials.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Content Marketing
A workshop to help business owners create effective B2C content marketing strategies.
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Womens Business Council quarterly meeting
A quarterly meeting for women in business to network and learn from guest speakers.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Un taller para aquellos que desean iniciar su propio negocio.
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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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Social Media Basics
Past
A virtual workshop on building your brand through social media.
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Cocktails and Cupcakes for a Cause - March 26, 2026
Past
Join us for Cocktails and Cupcakes for a Cause on March 26, 2026. Enjoy special cocktails and sweets while supporting the WBDC.
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Intro to Canva
Past
An interactive no-cost training to learn the fundamentals of creating professional-quality graphics using Canva.
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Cash Flow Management for Small Business Owners
Past
An intensive workshop on cash flow management for small business owners.
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Trademark Basics: What Every Small Business Should Know Now, Not Later
Past
Join us for a free webinar on trademark basics for small businesses.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Insurance Types for Small Business
Past
A webinar discussing necessary insurance types for startups and existing businesses.
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Export 101
Past
This workshop covers a basic overview of exporting and how it can benefit your business.
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Oak Brook Business Network Event @ Empire's rooftop in Lombard
Past
A networking event at Empire Burgers Brew for local business professionals.
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