Events in the Ecosystem
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Introduction to Business Plans LivePlan - July 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for entrepreneurs to learn how to write a business plan.
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Introduction to Marketing for Small Businesses - July 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar for small business owners focusing on essential marketing strategies.
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Advantage Illinois Loan Program July 2026 On-Demand Webinar
An on-demand webinar focused on financial resources available for small businesses in Illinois.
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AI for Small Business On-Demand Webinar - July 2026
Join the Illinois SBDC for a free on-demand webinar on the use of AI in small businesses.
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WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round
Participate in the WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round, where women business enterprises will showcase their stories and business ideas.
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Windy City Business Network Happy Hour @ Midwest Coast Rooftop
Enjoy a happy hour of networking with craft beer and pizza at Midwest Coast Brewing Co.
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Starting Your Business In Illinois
This is a complimentary seminar to assist individuals in starting their own business in Illinois.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Un taller para aprender los elementos básicos para comenzar una empresa exitosa.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT- Virtual
Join the virtual seminar for the 13th Annual MESC 2026 Kick Off Event to learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge.
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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality - 2026-07-14
Este webinar te guiará a través de los pasos esenciales para iniciar un negocio de cuidado infantil con confianza.
Paid Social That Works — Facebook & Instagram Advertising Essentials
Learn how to effectively use Facebook and Instagram ads for your business.
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SBDC Live Webinar: Engage More Clients with Business-to-Business (B2B) Content Marketing
This workshop focuses on B2B content marketing strategies for engaging clients effectively.
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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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How to Start a Business in Illinois
A live webinar teaching aspiring entrepreneurs how to create a business plan and register their business in Illinois.
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Hiring Your First Employee - July 15, 2026
Are you ready to grow your team but unsure where to start?
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
A FREE workshop to help you start your business in Illinois.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT- Virtual
Kick off the 13th Annual MESC 2026 with a virtual event focused on entrepreneurship.
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Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop (July 2026) - Evening Session
A workshop for emerging entrepreneurs on starting a business in Illinois.
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Starting a Business in Illinois
A hands-on workshop for small business owners on starting a business in Illinois.
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Illinois Procurement Essentials: Methods & BidBuy
An informative session on procurement methods used by the State of Illinois.
Industry Ignited Chicago Manufacturing Capital
A conference designed to connect small and mid-sized manufacturers with financial resources and workforce solutions.
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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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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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Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses on 2026-06-17
Participate in a summit focused on strategies for attracting and retaining talent in your business.
Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Online Webinar
An online webinar for individuals interested in starting a small business in Illinois.
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Automate Business Workflows Using Gemini
Learn to automate business workflows using Gemini in this free online training.
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Defense Industry Days (Day 2 w/Matchmaking)
Join us for Day 2 of the Defense Industry Days featuring matchmaking and training opportunities.
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13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT
Join the 13th Annual MESC 2026 KICK OFF EVENT to learn about the Metro East Startup Challenge and win prizes!
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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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How to Start a Business in Illinois
Learn how to start a business in Illinois during this online webinar.
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Starting a business in Illinois
A virtual training session designed to aid aspiring entrepreneurs in starting a business in Illinois.
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SBDC & COD Library In-Person Workshop: How to Research Your Target Market & Lab
An in-person workshop on researching your target market.
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Comenzando un Negocio en IL
Learn the basics of starting a successful business in this training workshop.
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