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SUMMARY:Elevate Fall 2025 | Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Our Childcare Business Program is designed to empower established childcare entrepreneurs—both home-based and center-based—with the tools and knowledge to strengthen and grow their businesses. Through the Elevate Cohort\, participants will follow a structured process to: \n\nDevelop a clear growth strategy\nCreate an effective marketing plan Implement operational best practices\nApply sound financial management techniques tailored to childcare businesses\n\nDuring this cohort\, you’ll learn how to transition from a home-based daycare to a licensed center\, while increasing profitability and operational efficiency. By the end of the program\, you’ll walk away with a personalized 1-year growth plan to guide your next steps and support your long-term success. \nProgram Details\nWhen?\nEvery Thursday | October 2 – November 6\, 2025\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\, CST \nWhere?\nVia Zoom\n\n\n\nFunded (in part) through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.  All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/elevate-fall-2025-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses
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SUMMARY:How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to turn your passion for caring for children into a thriving business?\nWhether you’re planning to open a home daycare or launch a childcare center\, this one-hour webinar will guide you through the essential steps to get started with confidence. \nSession Overview\nLed by industry experts\, this session will cover: \n\nLicensing and legal requirements\nChoosing the right location and setup\nBuilding a business plan and budget\nMarketing your services to families\n\nYou’ll walk away with practical tools\, resources\, and inspiration to take the next step in your childcare journey. Perfect for aspiring providers and early-stage entrepreneurs! \nWho Should Attend\n\nIndividuals interested in starting a home daycare\nEntrepreneurs planning to open a childcare center\nCaregivers and educators seeking guidance on launching a business\n\nProgram Details\nEvery First Tuesday of the Month | October 7 – December 2\, 2025 \n12:00PM-1:00PM\, CST \nVia Zoom
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/how-to-start-your-childcare-business-from-vision-to-reality/2025-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses
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SUMMARY:Your Business\, Your Future: Smart Finances for Childcare Providers
DESCRIPTION:Building a financial foundation for a successful & sustainable childcare business\nThis event is designed to empower childcare providers with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively manage their finances and ensure the growth and sustainability of their businesses. \nAttend and earn 3 hours of Gateway credit\, which will contribute to your professional development and accreditation.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/your-business-your-future-smart-finances-for-child-care-providers/
LOCATION:Chase Bank\, 4363 S Archer Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses
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SUMMARY:How to Start Your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality | Peoria
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to turn your passion for caring for children into a thriving business?\nWhether you’re planning to open a home daycare or launch a childcare center\, this one-hour webinar will guide you through the essential steps to get started with confidence. Session Overview Led by industry experts\, this session will cover: Licensing and legal requirements Choosing the right location and setup Building a business plan and budget Marketing your services to families \nSession Overview\nLed by industry experts\, this session will cover: \n\nLicensing and legal requirements\nChoosing the right location and setup\nBuilding a business plan and budget\nMarketing your services to families\n\nYou’ll walk away with practical tools\, resources\, and inspiration to take the next step in your childcare journey. Perfect for aspiring providers and early-stage entrepreneurs! \nWho Should Attend\n\nIndividuals interested in starting a home daycare\nEntrepreneurs planning to open a childcare center\nCaregivers and educators seeking guidance on launching a business
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/how-to-start-your-childcare-business-from-vision-to-reality-peoria/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Childcare Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:Childcare Collaborative is a business growth-oriented program presenting relevant topics for childcare providers at all stages of the business lifecycle. Offered on the 4th Wednesday of each month\, Collaborative delivers expert led training and resources\, industry trends\, peer networking opportunities and an on-going partnership supporting participants’ business goals.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/childcare-collaborative-29/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses,Virtual
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