APPLICATION DEADLINE | TOP SHELF SERVICES BUSINESS COHORT
The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is proud to present Top Shelf Services: Professional Services. This six-week virtual program is sponsored by Walgreens and bp, WBDC corporate partners. The program is designed to help established professional services businesses access procurement opportunities in the mass retail market. Participants will have the opportunity to pitch their services...
Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
Be Prepared for Grant Opportunities! The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) provides uniform guidance for all State of Illinois grant programs. All grant applicants and grantees must comply with GATA grant requirements, which include the following steps before receiving a grant award: Pre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal Completion of two risk assessments (Internal...
Mentor-Protégé Programs in Federal Contracting
We will discuss the federal mentor-protégé programs. You will learn how these programs can benefit your business and your mentor. We will talk about how to find a mentor and what the mentor-protégé agreement governs.
Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
Securing capital may be an important step in fueling your business' growth. The Access to Capital team is holding an information session on the Direct Lending Program, an alternative capital option for good businesses and owners with less-than-perfect credit history. Join us for an informational webinar to learn more about the Direct Lending Program, borrower...
