Events in the Ecosystem
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Grant Ready: Unlocking Funding for Your Next Big Idea (August 2026, On-Demand Webinar)
An on-demand webinar designed to help entrepreneurs secure grant funding.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An informative on-demand webinar about the Advantage Illinois Loan Program.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
A free on-demand webinar for small business owners on marketing strategies.
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Introduction to Business Plans & LivePlan - August 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar that teaches entrepreneurs how to write a business plan.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - August 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for an on-demand webinar featuring practical uses of AI for small businesses.
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Tax Know-How for Small Business
A training session covering tax know-how for small businesses.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join our FREE workshop to learn how to start a business in Illinois.
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Adventures in Physics for Rising 6th-8th - August 3 - 6
Join us for Adventures in Physics, where students aged 11-15 can explore the wonders of physics through engaging activities.
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Digital SAT/PSAT Math (August 3 - 6)
A math preparation program for students aged 13-17 for the SAT/PSAT.
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Digital SAT/PSAT Reading/Writing (Ages 13-17) - August 3 - 6
Prepare for the SAT/PSAT with our Digital Reading/Writing course for ages 13-17.
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Legal Support for Small Businesses
A workshop connecting small business owners with legal experts for guidance on business-related legal issues.
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All That Jazz! A Summer Dance Sampler (Ages 10-15) - August 10 - 12
Experience a variety of dance styles in our All That Jazz! summer sampler!
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Summer Swans: A Ballet Workshop (August 10 - 12)
Join us for a ballet workshop designed for ages 10-15.
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Ballet Stars: A Ballet Workshop (Ages 10-15) - August 10 - 12
Shine like a star in our Ballet Stars workshop for ages 10-15!
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality (August 11, 2026)
Final session of the series focusing on childcare business essentials.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Content Marketing
A workshop to help business owners create effective B2C content marketing strategies.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
A complimentary seminar providing resources for aspiring entrepreneurs to start their business.
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Womens Business Council quarterly meeting
A quarterly meeting for women in business to network and learn from guest speakers.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Un taller para aquellos que desean iniciar su propio negocio.
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Google Docs Power Hour: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Join this virtual workshop to enhance your skills in Google Docs.
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Smart Marketing: Leveraging AI for Small Business Marketing - 2026-06-16
Join us for a workshop on leveraging AI tools for small business marketing. Learn how to enhance your marketing effectiveness and productivity using innovative AI technologies.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp - June 16, 2026
Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp for invaluable insights into government contracting.
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Navigating Illinois BidBuy: How to Find State Contracting Opportunities
A one-hour webinar helping businesses navigate Illinois BidBuy for state contracting opportunities.
Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers into Loyal Fans
Learn how to build customer loyalty through email, SMS, and community engagement in this free workshop.
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Grow Smart: Small Business Marketing Series: Digital Ads
An online training event for small business marketing focusing on digital ads.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 1)
Defense Industry Days Day 1 event focusing on strengthening the defense supply chain.
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Own Your Audience: How Email, SMS & Community Turn Customers Into Loyal Fans
A workshop on building customer relationships using email, SMS, and community.
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