Events in the Ecosystem
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Turning Business Documents into Action Using NotebookLM
A workshop to help transform business documents into actionable insights using NotebookLM.
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Access to Capital
A training seminar to help understand funding options and lender expectations.
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Contracting Opportunities Ahead: Meet the Contractor for the MWRD's New JOC Contract
A networking opportunity with the Prime Contractor for MWRD's new Job Order Contract.
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Grow Local: Marketing Your Business in Today’s World
A workshop series to help small business owners improve their marketing efforts.
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Marketing en un Mundo Digital
Strengthen your business's digital presence in this practical workshop. Learn to identify your unique value, target customers, and optimize your online spaces.
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WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round
Participate in the WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round to showcase your business through storytelling.
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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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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - June 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for entrepreneurs on writing business plans.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - June 2026
Join a free on-demand webinar focusing on the use of AI in small business operations.
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Starting a Business in Illinois June 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program June 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program for small businesses.
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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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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 2, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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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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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - May 19, 2026
Past
Join the third session of the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp to enhance your contracting skills.
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2026 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections - May 19, 2026
Past
Join us for the 2026 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections event to learn about business opportunities from our Corporate Partners. Engage in breakout sessions tailored to your industry.
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Enhancing Customer Engagement with AI: Personalization and Predictive Analytics
Past
A live training event on enhancing customer engagement with AI.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - Pekin
Past
An in-person workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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2026 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections (2026-05-19)
Past
Join us for the 2026 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections to learn how to engage with our Corporate Partners and their sourcing strategies.
Starting Your Business In Illinois
Past
An online workshop to help you kickstart your journey in starting your own small business.
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