Events in the Ecosystem
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A free workshop to help you start your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - September 16, 2026
A seminar on starting your own business in Illinois.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
A webinar to help entrepreneurs learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
A live seminar for individuals looking to start a small business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Legal Issues for Small Business
Join the SBDC for a live webinar on legal issues for small businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to understand business startup opportunities in Illinois.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and international trade opportunities.
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Export 101
A workshop covering a basic overview of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business expansion.
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CMMC Compliance Training for Manufacturers
Join our CMMC Compliance Training designed for manufacturers to ensure you meet DoD requirements.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE workshop to guide you in starting your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (September 2026) - Evening Session
A workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
A live online seminar focusing on the pre-award process for state and federal grants.
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The Wedge: Intelligent Ledgers in the AI Economy
A training seminar exploring the role of intelligent ledgers in the AI economy aimed at accounting and finance professionals.
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Grants for Small Businesses - September 24, 2026
Workshop aimed at empowering entrepreneurs to secure funding for their small businesses.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
A training session on starting a small business in Illinois.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A training session for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting a Business in Illinois October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs successfully start their businesses in Illinois.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - October 2026
An on-demand webinar focused on how AI can benefit small businesses, featuring demonstrations and practical applications.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar to help entrepreneurs write effective business plans using LivePlan.
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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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