Events in the Ecosystem
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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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Grow Smart: Small Business Marketing Series: Digital Ads
An online training event for small business marketing focusing on digital ads.
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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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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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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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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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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Learn the basics of starting a successful business in this training workshop.
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Automate Business Workflows Using Gemini
Learn to automate business workflows using Gemini in this free online training.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in Illinois during this online webinar.
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Illinois Procurement Essentials: Methods & BidBuy
An informative session on procurement methods used by the State of Illinois.
13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Join the 13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT to learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge and win prizes!
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Starting a business in Illinois
A virtual training session designed to aid aspiring entrepreneurs in starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A free workshop on starting a business in Illinois, providing essential knowledge and resources.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Online Webinar
An online webinar for individuals interested in starting a small business in Illinois.
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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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