Events in the Ecosystem
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - November 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for small businesses focused on essential marketing strategies.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (November 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure funding opportunities.
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Starting a Business in Illinois November 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar on starting a business in Illinois for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - November 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for entrepreneurs to learn about writing business plans.
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SBDC LIVE WEBINAR: Tax Know-How for Small Business
This webinar will cover taxation for small businesses and answer questions related to tax planning.
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Brandsformation
A training event focusing on brand evolution and its impact on decision-making.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
Workshop for small business owners to gain legal support.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - November 4th , 2026
A virtual seminar to help individuals start their own business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: How to Research Your Target Market
A live webinar that assists participants in researching their target market and understanding customer demographics.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (November 2026) - Evening Session
An online workshop for emerging entrepreneurs about starting a business in Illinois.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Aprenda los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa en este taller gratuito.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Content Marketing
A free webinar on effective B2C content marketing strategies for business owners.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
Learn how to prepare for applying for state or federal grants in this online seminar.
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Starting a business in Illinois
Training designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into action.
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Value Proposition - Your Unfair Advantage
Learn about defining your value proposition in this SBDC In-Person Workshop.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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SBA Loans: What a Borrower Needs to Know 2026 - Recording
An online seminar for small businesses on understanding SBA loans and funding options.
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D.I.Y.: Create and Maintain Your Company Website on Wix- Recording
An engaging hands-on webinar on creating and maintaining your company website using Wix.
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Building Business Credit Webinar 2026 - Recording
A webinar discussing business credit, its importance, and best practices.
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Womens Business Council Meeting
Quarterly Womens Business Council meeting for women to learn and network.
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Small Business Assistance and Access to Capital Event
Past
An informational session on Small Business Resources and Access to Capital.
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The Growth Lab | Pilot Episode - April 22, 2026
Past
Join us for the launch of The Growth Lab, a new advisory series for entrepreneurs. Bring your business challenges and get expert advice.
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Funding Resources for Business Owners
Past
This presentation helps business owners understand capital readiness and how funding needs evolve from startup through growth.
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Full-On Cleopatra (April 22-25, 2026)
Past
Experience the continuation of Full-On Cleopatra, showcasing the rich narrative of Cleopatra's life. This event will run for four days at the Stage Center Theatre.
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Navigating Government Contracting - A Roadmap for New Vendors
Past
This training event will cover government contracting basics and readiness for new vendors.
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Starting a Business in Illinois
Past
Attend this virtual training to learn what you need to know to do business in Illinois.
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Capital Readiness 101 - April 22, 2026
Past
Learn how to position your business for financial challenges and opportunities in this essential session on capital readiness.
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Make Your Website Work For You - Grow with Google
Past
Learn how to build or improve a search-friendly website that drives action and delivers results.
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
Past
A seminar to learn about grant preparation and pre-award processes for state and federal grants.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Past
Join us for a FREE workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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Board of Directors Meeting
Past
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting.
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Starting a business in Illinois
Past
An online seminar on starting a business in Illinois, featuring live training.
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