Events in the Ecosystem
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - September 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar on using AI in small business.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (September 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs unlock funding for their projects through grants.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar providing knowledge and tools to write a business plan.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Aprenda los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa en este taller.
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Selling to the City of Peoria: How to Get Started and Find Opportunities
This informative webinar offers businesses insights into engaging with the City of Peoria for government contracting.
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SBDC In Person/Hybrid Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market
Workshop on researching your target market for business planning.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
Workshop connecting small business owners with legal experts for guidance on legal issues.
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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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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - 2026-05-05
Past
A four-session bootcamp to elevate your government contracting journey, hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator.
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The Blue Economy and Chicago's Economic Future: Corporate Water Leadership, Workforce Pathways, and Regional Resilience
Past
Join business leaders for a panel discussion on the blue economy and water's role in Chicago's economic future during Chicago Water Week.
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How to Write a Business Plan Workshop - May 5, 2026
Past
Learn how to create a structured business plan in our virtual workshop designed for pre-venture entrepreneurs. Set your business up for success.
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APEX Accelerator: The Navy's SBIR/STTR, a Government Innovation Program for Non-Dilutive Funding
Past
A webinar introducing the Navy's SBIR/STTR funding programs for small businesses and researchers.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Past
A workshop on starting your business in Illinois, covering essential topics with expert advisors.
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