Events in the Ecosystem
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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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Business After Business at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
A networking reception for Chamber of Commerce members and non-members at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island.
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Happy Hour Networking @ CoCo & Blu (June 17th)
A networking event for local business professionals at CoCo Blu on June 17th.
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WBE Onboarding - June 2026
A free webinar for newly certified WBENC WBEs to understand the WBDC and WBENC networks.
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ESTRATEGIAS DE MARKETING DIGITAL
Training sessions on digital marketing strategies for businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
An online workshop to assist individuals interested in starting their small business.
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Make Better Decisions with Analytics and AI
Join us for an online workshop on using AI and Google Analytics for business insights.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Kick off your entrepreneurial journey at the 13th Annual MESC 2026 event with opportunities to win prize money.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business growth.
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State of IL BEP Certifications
A seminar on the State of IL diversity certification application process.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 23, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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APEX Accelerator Live Webinar: The Certification Process
Join the APEX Accelerator Live Webinar to learn about the certification process for small businesses.
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SBDC In-Person Workshop: Payment Processing Basics for Small Business
A workshop focused on payment processing solutions for small businesses.
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QUICKBOOKS Curso de 6 semanas Capacitación: Serie en Español (Online)
Curso de 6 semanas sobre QuickBooks en español, diseñado para propietarios de pequeñas empresas.
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On-Deck Pitch
On-Deck Pitch is an event to help entrepreneurs refine their pitching skills.
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Grants for Small Businesses - June 24, 2026
A workshop designed to empower small business owners with the knowledge and resources to identify and pursue grant opportunities.
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Unlocking Local Success: Google Business Profile & AI Tools Workshop
A workshop focusing on Google Business Profile and AI tools for local business success.
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6-week QUICKBOOKS like an Expert: Take Your Finances to the Next Level (Online)
A 6-session online course on QUICKBOOKS for small business owners.
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Financial Accounting for Small Business Owners
A training seminar on financial accounting tailored for small business owners.
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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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