Events in the Ecosystem
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Happy Hour Networking @ CoCo & Blu (June 17th)
A networking event for local business professionals at CoCo Blu on June 17th.
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WBE Onboarding - June 2026
A free webinar for newly certified WBENC WBEs to understand the WBDC and WBENC networks.
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ESTRATEGIAS DE MARKETING DIGITAL
Training sessions on digital marketing strategies for businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
An online workshop to assist individuals interested in starting their small business.
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Make Better Decisions with Analytics and AI
Join us for an online workshop on using AI and Google Analytics for business insights.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Kick off your entrepreneurial journey at the 13th Annual MESC 2026 event with opportunities to win prize money.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business growth.
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State of IL BEP Certifications
A seminar on the State of IL diversity certification application process.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 23, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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APEX Accelerator Live Webinar: The Certification Process
Join the APEX Accelerator Live Webinar to learn about the certification process for small businesses.
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QUICKBOOKS Curso de 6 semanas Capacitación: Serie en Español (Online)
Curso de 6 semanas sobre QuickBooks en español, diseñado para propietarios de pequeñas empresas.
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On-Deck Pitch
On-Deck Pitch is an event to help entrepreneurs refine their pitching skills.
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Payment Processing Basics for Small Business
A workshop focused on payment processing solutions for small businesses.
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Grants for Small Businesses - June 24, 2026
A workshop designed to empower small business owners with the knowledge and resources to identify and pursue grant opportunities.
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Unlocking Local Success: Google Business Profile & AI Tools Workshop
A workshop focusing on Google Business Profile and AI tools for local business success.
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6-week QUICKBOOKS like an Expert: Take Your Finances to the Next Level (Online)
A 6-session online course on QUICKBOOKS for small business owners.
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Financial Accounting for Small Business Owners
A training seminar on financial accounting tailored for small business owners.
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The Wedge + SIUE Presents: How to Exit Your Business Without the Financial Stress
A workshop designed to aid business owners in planning a smooth exit from their businesses without financial stress.
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NorthShore Business Network Happy Hour @ Sketchbook Brewing (June 25th)
Join NorthShore Business Network for a casual networking happy hour at Sketchbook Brewing on June 25th.
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Fundamentals of CRM for Small Business with Salesforce
Past
A hands-on workshop for small businesses and nonprofits on CRM basics using Salesforce.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - April 7, 2026
Past
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for insights and strategies to navigate government contracting.
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Government Contracting Beginners Bootcamp
Past
A bootcamp for beginners focusing on government contracting.
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Career Workshop Series: Kickstart Your Career! - Resumes - April 7th, 2026
Past
Get tips on creating an effective resume in the Career Workshop Series.
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Flag Football
Past
Join the Flag Football tournament on April 7, 2026, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Happy Hour @ Riverlands Brewing
Past
Network with local business professionals at a happy hour event featuring pizza and craft beer.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success (April 7, 2026)
Past
Join our four-week Bootcamp designed for entrepreneurs to gain essential tools for building sustainable businesses.
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The Future of Small Business Engagement with Large Companies: Learn how to do business with Deloitte and Medtronic
Past
Join us for a workshop with Deloitte and Medtronic to explore trends in small business development and strategies for collaboration.
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