Events in the Ecosystem
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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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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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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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Advantage Illinois Loan Program August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar about the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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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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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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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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Keeping up with Cottage Foods
Past
An evening of Cottage Food updates and information for local sellers.
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CMMC 101 Compliance Uncovered
Past
An introduction to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) for organizations working with the Department of Defense.
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Illinois APEX Accelerator Webinar - CMMC 101: Compliance Uncovered with Illinois APEX Accelerator
Past
A webinar providing a clear introduction to CMMC for Illinois APEX Accelerator members.
Floor Hockey
Past
Join the Floor Hockey tournament on March 31, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Inside Chicago's Food Ecosystem: Women Leading the Way
Past
Explore the food value chain with women leaders at McDonald's Global Headquarters in a panel discussion.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success (March 31, 2026)
Past
Join our four-week Bootcamp designed for entrepreneurs to gain essential tools for building sustainable businesses.
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