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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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Starting a business in Illinois
Training designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into action.
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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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Womens Business Council Meeting
Quarterly Womens Business Council meeting for women to learn and network.
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Building Business Credit Webinar 2026 - Recording
A webinar discussing business credit, its importance, and best practices.
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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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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (December 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure funding through grants.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - December 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar on AI applications for small businesses.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for entrepreneurs to learn how to write a business plan using LivePlan.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to equip small business owners with essential marketing strategies.
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Starting a Business in Illinois December 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn about starting a business in Illinois.
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The Customer Journey & Building SOPs
A training event on improving customer experience and building effective SOPs.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Online Webinar
Online webinar for starting a small business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join us for a FREE workshop on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Past
This workshop is for those considering starting a business in Illinois, covering essential startup steps.
Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Training
Past
Learn about State of Illinois Grants and how to apply for them in this online training session.
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Understanding BEP Certification: How to Qualify and Access State Contracting Opportunities
Past
A webinar on BEP certification and accessing state contracting opportunities.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - May 12, 2026
Past
Continue your journey in government contracting with the second session of the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois (Virtual)
Past
A virtual workshop to help individuals start a business in Illinois.
AI and Digital Upskilling Summit: Practical Skills for Small Businesses and Workforce Partners
Past
A half-day summit to help small business owners develop AI and digital skills.
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Road to Success Cohort | Spring 2026
Past
A cohort program for Illinois residents that builds on the R2S Bootcamp, focusing on essential business growth concepts.
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Starting your Business in Illinois - Vandalia
Past
A workshop guiding aspiring entrepreneurs in Vandalia through the essential steps of starting a business.
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Understanding Financial Statements
Past
A webinar on how to properly understand financial statements for better decision-making.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality - May 12
Past
Explore the steps to successfully start your childcare business in this engaging workshop.
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