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Program Associate, Access to Capital

The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) economic development organization with 32 years of successful experience assisting women establish and grow sustainable businesses that create jobs and fuel economic growth. The organization delivers business development programs and services throughout the greater Chicago area and certifies women owned businesses and offers procurement … Continued

Illinois Small Business Development – Little Village

Let us help fulfill your dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur. If you are in the beginning stages of starting a business or looking to grow your current one, we can help. Our services include: Business advising Financial workshops, loan assistance, and direct lending Early child education entrepreneurship training Women’s Business Enterprise certification Contact us: … Continued

Let’s make 2018 the Year of the Woman Voter

Now more than ever we need women’s voices—especially young voices—to be heard. As many women successfully secured their party’s nomination for the general election, 2018 has been described as another “year of the woman.” But to advance these outstanding female voices, what we really need is the “year of the woman voter.” Now more than … Continued

Associate Director of Illinois SBDC at WBDC (community-based)

The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is a nationally recognized 501(c)3 economic development organization with 29 years of successful experience assisting women establish and grow sustainable businesses that create jobs and fuel economic growth. The organization delivers business development programs and services throughout the greater Chicago area and certifies women owned businesses and offers procurement … Continued

Helping Each Other

Illinois lawmakers in 2007 created the Charitable Trust Stabilization fund.  The purpose was to help small non‑profit groups working in especially challenged economic areas. Money in the fund comes from the non-profit community, not Illinois taxpayers. Applications for grant money are being accepted through September 30th, 2018. An 11-member board will consider the applications. This … Continued

Business Marketing Innovation Panel

Learn How to Market – A “How-to” for Businesses that Want to Expand Their Reach And Elevate Their Brand Do you need help determining the right marketing strategies and tools for your business? Come to hear our experts talk about innovative marketing techniques to reach your customers more effectively. Learn about how to incorporate social … Continued

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