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SUMMARY:RiseUp | Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Business Development Center is proud to present RiseUp\, a childcare business cohort\, tailored exclusively for childcare entrepreneurs. This dynamic program offers comprehensive training on key business topics\, personalized one-on-one advising\, and graduates are eligible to fulfill a significant portion of their annual accreditation requirements. \nProgram participants will follow a step-by-step process to develop a business and marketing plan\, policies and procedures for their childcare business\, a parent handbook\, and a sound understanding of business financials. \nJOIN OUR UPCOMING Winter 2025 COHORT! \nWe provide business development counseling\, workshops and classes\, and access to capital through loan packaging and microloans to new and established providers. Program participants will follow a step by step process to develop a business and marketing plan\, policies and procedures for their childcare business\, a parent handbook and a sound understanding of business financials. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nAspiring Childcare entrepreneurs\nLicensed home providers under 2 yrs in business\nChildcare center providers under 2 yrs in business\n\nWhen? \nEvery Thursday  | February 13 – March 20\, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\, CDT \nWhere? \nVia Zoom \nRegistration Deadline: \nFebruary 11\, 2025
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/riseup-registration-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses
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SUMMARY:2025 Solopreneur’s Mastermind Series
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest!\nDue to overwhelming response\, all spots in the first half of our series have been filled\, and registrations are temporarily paused.\nWe appreciate your enthusiasm!\n  \nJoin our dynamic Solopreneur’s Mastermind Series\, a supportive community designed for solo business owners looking to scale their ventures. This cohort offers a collaborative environment where you can share experiences\, gain insights\, and receive personalized guidance from industry experts. Whether you are a new start-up or looking to scale\, our program provides the tools\, resources\, and network you need to succeed.  \nEmpower your business journey with us! \nProgram Details \nSecond Tuesday of Every Month: January – June and July – December \n9:00AM-11:00AM\, CST \nVia Zoom
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/2025-solopreneurs-mastermind-series/2025-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Established Businesses
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Beginners Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY\nFebruary 4-25\, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nJoin the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions\, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. \nHere’s a peek at we’ll cover:\nWeek 1: Introduction to Government Contracting \nWeek 2: How to Do Research to Find Government Contracting Opportunities \nWeek 3: Tips to Create or Improve Your Capability Statement \nWeek 4: How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for your Business. \n  \nWhen:  \nEvery Tuesday\, Starting February 4\, 2025 to February 25\, 2025 \n11 am – 12 pm\, CST \nWhere:  \nVia Zoom meetings \n  \nHosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the WBDC \n \nThe Illinois APEX Accelerator at the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is provided through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense (DoD). Program support is made possible by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Women’s Business Development Center. \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/government-contracting-beginners-bootcamp-5/2025-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting
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