Events in the Ecosystem
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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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Starting A Business in IL
A workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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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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Export 101
A workshop covering the basics of exporting and how to take advantage of it for business growth.
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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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State of IL BEP Certifications
A seminar on the State of IL diversity certification application process.
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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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On-Deck Pitch
On-Deck Pitch is an event to help entrepreneurs refine their pitching skills.
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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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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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The Wedge + SIUE Presents: How to Exit Your Business Without the Financial Stress
A workshop designed to aid business owners in planning a smooth exit from their businesses without financial stress.
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NorthShore Business Network Happy Hour @ Sketchbook Brewing (June 25th)
Join NorthShore Business Network for a casual networking happy hour at Sketchbook Brewing on June 25th.
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How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
A seminar providing an overview of starting a small business in Illinois.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge and how you can participate to win up to $28,000 in prize money.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - June 30th 2026
Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center for a free online seminar on starting your business.
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (July 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar to help entrepreneurs understand and access available grant opportunities.
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The Growth Lab | Episode 2
Join Episode 2 of The Growth Lab, where entrepreneurs share their challenges and receive expert advice. Don't miss this opportunity for valuable insights.
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Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses
A cybersecurity webinar designed for small businesses featuring essential fundamentals and best practices.
Capital Readiness 101 - 2026-05-27
Learn how to prepare your business for external capital acquisition in this essential session on capital readiness.
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Sales vs. Marketing
A training event to understand the differences between Sales and Marketing.
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SBDC Small Business Week Event: Retail Readiness - Getting Your Product on the Shelf
A focused workshop helping small businesses prepare their products for retail success.
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Starting a Business in Illinois
A workshop to help aspiring entrepreneurs in Illinois start their businesses with confidence.
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Before the Business: Building Your Founder's Mindset
A workshop to help aspiring founders evaluate their readiness to start a business.
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Shield. Sharpen. Scale: AI Strategy for Small Business
Learn how to navigate the AI landscape with a strategy for small business growth.
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AI Strategy for Small Business - Smart Brand System
A training session on AI strategies for small business growth.
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EXPORT NOW Bootcamp
A FREE 2-day hands-on training for agribusinesses to explore international markets.
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Creating Your Capability Statement
A virtual workshop to create your capability statement.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois - May 27th, 2026
Learn about starting your own business with this online seminar.
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Starting a business in Illinois
An in-person training for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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