Events in the Ecosystem
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - June 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for small business owners on marketing strategies.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (June 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar to help entrepreneurs understand and access grant opportunities.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success Aurora
This bootcamp is designed to help entrepreneurs build and grow sustainable businesses.
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Intro to Goverment Contracting with Brenda Henderson
A training event on Government Contracting with Brenda Henderson.
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122nd Annual Meeting of Membership
Join us for the 122nd Annual Meeting of Membership by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, featuring speakers from the business community.
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Happy Hour @ Riverlands Brewing
A networking happy hour with pizza and craft beer hosted by Fox Valley Business Network.
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APEX - Process for Becoming a Vendor for the State of Illinois Colleges and Universities - WIU
This training covers the process for becoming a vendor for the State of Illinois Colleges and Universities.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 4, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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Breaking Into the Big Leagues: Unlocking Partnerships - 2026-06-04
Explore partnership opportunities with Chicago’s professional women’s sports organizations at this informative event.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 5, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority - June 6, 2026
Join us for the Achieve Summit, a 3-day event for entrepreneurs and investors, featuring a lineup of dynamic speakers.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality - June 9, 2026
Join us for a webinar that helps aspiring childcare providers turn their passion into a thriving business. Learn about the essential steps to start your childcare journey.
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Naperville Business Network Event @ Empire's Rooftop (June 9th)
Networking event for local business professionals at Empire's rooftop in Naperville.
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Chicago at a Crossroads: Rebuilding the Core: Catalytic Projects Reshaping the Heart of Chicago
A panel discussion on the catalytic projects reshaping Chicago's core and their implications for the business future of the city.
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How to Use AI to Take Back Time Without Adding More Tools
Explore how to effectively use AI to streamline business workflows and regain time.
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How to Use AI to Take Back Time Without Adding More Tools- Smart Brand System
Learn how to leverage AI to enhance your business productivity without adding more tools.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join this workshop to learn the basics of starting your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois Workshop
An in-person workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
A complimentary seminar providing information and resources to guide aspiring entrepreneurs in starting their own business.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn the basics of starting a successful business.
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Live Capability Statement Workshop
Past
A workshop to create effective capability statements during National Small Business Week.
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Entrepreneurship - Franchising as a Possibility
Past
A seminar designed to teach entrepreneurs about franchising as a business model.
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Economic Development & Equity for Small Businesses
Past
A live online event introducing resources for small businesses in Illinois.
Optimize Your Social Media Accounts
Past
A workshop to strengthen and optimize your social media strategies.
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The Sales Cycle & Customer Journey
Past
Training session on understanding the sales cycle and customer journey.
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ILSBDC Small Business Week Capital Readiness Pitch - Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Past
Join us for the ILSBDC Small Business Week Capital Readiness Pitch event showcasing high-potential entrepreneurs.
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Small Business Skill Share Celebrating National Small Business Week 2026
Past
A free morning event for entrepreneurs providing actionable strategies for business growth.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
Past
A seminar for developing new for-profit business concepts in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Past
Join us for a FREE informative workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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