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SUMMARY:WBDC 40th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! \nFor 40 years\, the Women’s Business Development Center has been the place where ideas became businesses\, where founders became leaders\, and where the Midwest’s economy got stronger\, one woman-owned business at a time. \nNone of this would have been possible without you. \nThat’s why we want you to join us on Thursday\, October 15\, 2026\, at the Adler Planetarium for WBDC 40 & Forward\, a gala honoring the community that built four decades of impact and the future we’re creating together. \n\nAn inspiring program celebrating the founders\, business owners\, partners\, and leaders who shaped WBDC’s first 40 years\nA Legacy Gallery curated from four decades of stories\, wins\, milestones\, and moments that mattered\nThe Adler’s immersive exhibits and breathtaking Sky Shows\nLive entertainment and an evening of reconnecting with the entire WBDC community\n\nWhile we honor the past\, we’re raising critical support to expand the programs and services that will shape the next generation of entrepreneurs. Your presence and your investment make that possible. \n  \nWe hope you’ll join us under the stars!\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 | 6–10 PM | Adler Planetarium \n  \nPlease note: No tickets will be sold at the door. 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbdc-40th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Adler Planetarium\, 1300 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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