Events in the Ecosystem
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar providing knowledge and tools to write a business plan.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - September 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar on using AI in small business.
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Starting a Business in Illinois September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - September 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar equipping small business owners with essential marketing strategies.
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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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Selling to the City of Peoria: How to Get Started and Find Opportunities
This informative webinar offers businesses insights into engaging with the City of Peoria for government contracting.
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SBDC In Person/Hybrid Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market
Workshop on researching your target market for business planning.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
Workshop connecting small business owners with legal experts for guidance on legal issues.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A free workshop to help you start your business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - September 16, 2026
A seminar on starting your own business in Illinois.
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How to Start a Business in Illinois
A webinar to help entrepreneurs learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
A live seminar for individuals looking to start a small business in Illinois.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Legal Issues for Small Business
Join the SBDC for a live webinar on legal issues for small businesses.
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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs to understand business startup opportunities in Illinois.
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Export 101
A workshop covering a basic overview of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business expansion.
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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and international trade opportunities.
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CMMC Compliance Training for Manufacturers
Join our CMMC Compliance Training designed for manufacturers to ensure you meet DoD requirements.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE workshop to guide you in starting your business in Illinois.
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WBE Onboarding - May 2026
Past
A free webinar for newly certified WBENC WBEs to understand the WBDC and WBENC networks.
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Mexico and the United States: The Value of a Strong Neighborhood
Past
A public reception discussing the economic impact of U.S.-Mexico trade with Ambassador Reyna Torres Mendivil.
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CMAA's 2nd Annual Awesome Adventures in Product & Innovation Expo
Past
An expo for small businesses to network and explore opportunities in product innovation and government contracting.
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Oak Brook Business Network Event @ Empire's Rooftop in Lombard
Past
A casual networking event for local business professionals at Empire Burgers Brew in Lombard.
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CMAA's 2nd Annual Awesome Adventures in Product & Innovation Expo
Past
Join us for CMAA's 2nd Annual Awesome Adventures in Product & Innovation Expo to network with decision makers and small businesses.
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Export 101
Past
A workshop covering a basic overview of exporting and how to take advantage of it for your business.
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Starting A Business in IL
Past
This workshop assists aspiring entrepreneurs in starting a business in Illinois.
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Business on the Move Initiative - Business Plan Presentations and Graduation - May 21 2026
Past
Business on the Move Initiative focuses on business plan presentations and graduation for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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