Events in the Ecosystem
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Grant Preparation 101 - Live online seminar
A live online seminar focusing on the pre-award process for state and federal grants.
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The Wedge: Intelligent Ledgers in the AI Economy
A training seminar exploring the role of intelligent ledgers in the AI economy aimed at accounting and finance professionals.
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Grants for Small Businesses - September 24, 2026
Workshop aimed at empowering entrepreneurs to secure funding for their small businesses.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
A training session on starting a small business in Illinois.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A training session for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting a Business in Illinois October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs successfully start their businesses in Illinois.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - October 2026
An on-demand webinar focused on how AI can benefit small businesses, featuring demonstrations and practical applications.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (October 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar about securing grant funding for entrepreneurs.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar focusing on marketing strategies for small businesses.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar to help entrepreneurs write effective business plans using LivePlan.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program October 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE informative workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Business (B2B) Content Marketing
Learn to engage B2B clients with effective content marketing strategies in this free live webinar.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - October 13th, 2026
A training event for individuals interested in starting a business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Insurance Types for Small Business
A webinar covering essential insurance types for small businesses.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
A live seminar for developing small businesses in Illinois.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
A workshop to learn the basics of starting a successful business.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop to help aspiring entrepreneurs understand starting a business in Illinois.
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Export 101
This workshop will provide an overview of exporting and its benefits for business expansion.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A workshop to help entrepreneurs start their 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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