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Financial Management: Understanding This Critical Practice
A webinar to help small business owners understand critical financial management practices.
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Grow Your Business with AI Powered Tools
This workshop will explain the basics of AI and how AI-powered tools by Google can help small businesses.
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AI for Business Owners: Turn Operational Pain into Automated Workflows
A webinar for small business owners on how to utilize AI and automation to improve operational workflows.
Starting a Business in Illinois Co-Hosted with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Explore the steps to starting your own business with this online training session.
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Taste of Chatham
Join the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce for a culinary tour exploring the rich culinary legacy of Chicago's South Side.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
A workshop connecting small business owners with local legal experts to provide legal guidance.
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2026 WBENC National Conference IMPACT
A national conference focused on business connections and growth.
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2026 Chicagoland Chamber Legislative Reception
The Chicagoland Chamber Legislative Reception connects business members with elected officials and policymakers.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (June 2026) - Evening Session
An overview workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 1)
Defense Industry Days Day 1 event focusing on strengthening the defense supply chain.
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Navigating Illinois BidBuy: How to Find State Contracting Opportunities
A one-hour webinar helping businesses navigate Illinois BidBuy for state contracting opportunities.
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 16, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers Into Loyal Fans
A workshop on building customer relationships using email, SMS, and community.
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Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers into Loyal Fans
Learn how to build customer loyalty through email, SMS, and community engagement in this free workshop.
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Grow Smart: Small Business Marketing Series: Digital Ads
An online training event for small business marketing focusing on digital ads.
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Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses on 2026-06-17
Participate in a summit focused on strategies for attracting and retaining talent in your business.
Industry Ignited Chicago Manufacturing Capital
A conference designed to connect small and mid-sized manufacturers with financial resources and workforce solutions.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 2 w/Matchmaking)
Join us for Day 2 of the Defense Industry Days featuring matchmaking and training opportunities.
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SBDC & COD Library In-Person Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market & Lab
An in-person workshop on researching your target market.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Learn the basics of starting a successful business in this training workshop.
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WBE Networking Breakfast + Tips to Achieve Financial Wellness
Past
Network with fellow WBEs and learn valuable tips for achieving financial wellness at our breakfast event.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
Past
A seminar for new small business owners in Illinois to discuss business concepts and strategies.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Past
An informative workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois Workshop
Past
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs about starting a business in Illinois.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Past
An online webinar for aspiring entrepreneurs on creating a business plan.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Past
Un taller para aprender los elementos básicos de iniciar un negocio exitoso.
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Naperville Business Network Event @ Empire's Enclosed Rooftop
Past
Casual networking event for local business professionals at Empire's rooftop.
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The Exchange 2026
Past
Attend The Exchange 2026 as a guest to connect with local businesses and enjoy culinary showcase tastings.
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Agentic AI: Building Autonomous Systems for Small Business Efficiency
Past
A training event about integrating agentic AI systems for small business efficiency.
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