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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Starting Your Business in Illinois webinar. During the webinar\, you’ll take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths\, we’ll introduce you to five basic startup steps\, and we’ll review the legal entities recommended for startups. \nPresented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. \n \nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-27/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T232433Z
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SUMMARY:WBE Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:Newly certified as a WBENC WBE\, or wanting a refresher about how the WBDC and WBENC networks work? Join us for this free thirty-minute webinar.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbe-onboarding-10/
CATEGORIES:Certification
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T124500
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
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SUMMARY:Almorzar y aprender: Facebook 101
DESCRIPTION:Únase a nuestro taller virtual para aprender los conceptos básicos de cómo crear una cuenta comercial en Facebook. Proporcionado a usted por el SBDC de Illinois en el WBDC de La Villita.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/almorzar-y-aprender-facebook-101/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Talleres en Espanol
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20231116T212030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T231136Z
UID:29987-1702983600-1702987200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION: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 eligibility and other requirements. Register now!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-direct-lending-program-information-session-10/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20231116T211847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T211847Z
UID:29985-1702551600-1702555200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? During the workshop\, we will take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths\, introduce you to five basic startup steps\, and review the legal entities recommended for startups. \n  \n \nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-25/
CATEGORIES:Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20231129T160812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T163622Z
UID:30046-1702548000-1702551600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Let's Chat: Ring in New Business Goal in 2024
DESCRIPTION:Are you strategically planning business goals for 2024? Do you feel overwhelmed thinking about where to start? It’ s easy to work in the business and forget to work on the business. Join Director Felicitas Cortez as she guides a discussion on creating a roadmap for the new year. Take the stress out of prep! Join us for some tips and strategies on building your 2024 business goals.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/lets-chat-ring-in-new-business-goal-in-2024/
CATEGORIES:A2C Let's Chat! Series,Access to Capital
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20230308T215241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T224750Z
UID:27382-1702544400-1702548000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:WBE Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:Newly certified as a WBENC WBE\, or wanting a refresher about how the WBDC and WBENC networks work? Join us for this free thirty-minute webinar.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbe-onboarding-11/
CATEGORIES:Certification,Established Businesses,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20231116T202956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T202956Z
UID:29980-1702465200-1702468800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Training
DESCRIPTION: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 Controls Questionnaire (ICQ) and Programmatic Risk Assessment (PRAQ)) This session will provide detailed information on all of the steps required as part of the GATA process and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. There is no cost\, but registration is required. \n  \n \nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/grant-accountability-and-transparency-act-gata-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Understanding GATA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T143000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025730
CREATED:20231116T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T203115Z
UID:29978-1702386000-1702391400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:DIBBS System Overview – Searching for and Bidding on Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Josh Frank (RSM Federal) brings an in-depth overview and instruction on DLA’s Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). If you sell a product\, the government likely buys a portion of what you sell on DIBBS. Just as billions of dollars are spent on services (and products) via the System for Award Management\, billions of dollars are also spent on DIBBS! Whether you already use DIBBS or need to learn the basics\, this course will accelerate your understanding and expertise! It provides award-winning tactics and strategies that have directly helped companies win more than $14.6 billion in definitive contracts and more than $30 billion in multiple-award contracts. Target Audience: This course is for companies that primarily manufacture\, supply\, and distribute commodities/products.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/dibbs-system-overview-searching-for-and-bidding-on-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231122T230532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T230532Z
UID:30026-1702314000-1702317600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-15/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231121T213212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T213212Z
UID:30016-1701770400-1701775800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? During the workshop\, we will take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths\, introduce you to five basic startup steps\, and review the legal entities recommended for startups. \n  \n \n\nPresented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-26/
LOCATION:DBC Offices\, 4137 Sauk Trail\, Richton Park\, IL\, 60471\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person/Classroom Workshop,Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231116T194447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T221845Z
UID:29970-1701768600-1701774000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Getting to Know the Women's Business Center - St. Louis
DESCRIPTION:Get to Know the WBDC and the St. Louis Staff; the services and resources we offer: \n\nHow to Get WBE/WBENC Certified\nLeveraging Your Certification\nCohorts\nAccess to Capital\nAccess to Contracts\n\n*Coffee and pastries will be available
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/getting-to-know-the-womens-business-center-st-louis/
CATEGORIES:Established Businesses,In-Person/Classroom Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231122T230229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T230229Z
UID:30024-1701709200-1701712800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-14/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231106T205408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T200252Z
UID:29903-1701345600-1701349200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to map out your business plan using this one-page tool. If you attended our Start-up workshops\, this is your next step! \n \n\n\nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/business-model-canvas-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231117T142718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T142919Z
UID:30009-1701255600-1701259200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:You Could Be A Winner - Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards! 11/29/2023
DESCRIPTION:You Could Be A Winner – Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards! \nTeam members from SBA’s Illinois District Office will show you where to find and walk you through the process of submitting you and your business for the SBA Small Business Awards. You could be a winner! We’ll review qualifications and how to submit your application. The process is easy\, so why not submit? We’ll also touch on the upcoming Small Business Saturday and any ideas/special events attendees may be hosting. Presenting will be Peg Rayson and Carole Harris of the SBA Illinois District Office. Please log in a few minutes early so that we can assist in troubleshooting any technical difficulties. Also\, SBA does ask a few questions upon registering. This info will not be shared\, but is so that we can best serve our audience. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/you-could-be-a-winner-submit-for-sba-small-business-of-the-year-awards-11-29-2023/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T174424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T215207Z
UID:29802-1701252000-1701255600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-13/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T163932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T215132Z
UID:29773-1701169200-1701172800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION: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 eligibility and other requirements. Register now!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-direct-lending-program-information-session-9/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T173954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T215051Z
UID:29800-1701104400-1701108000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-12/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231012T213246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T215008Z
UID:29750-1700677800-1700683200@www.wbdc.org
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-11/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T173710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T214930Z
UID:29798-1700499600-1700503200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-11/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231117T142513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T143013Z
UID:30007-1700490600-1700494200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:You Could Be A Winner - Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards!
DESCRIPTION:You Could Be A Winner – Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards! \nTeam members from SBA’s Illinois District Office will show you where to find and walk you through the process of submitting you and your business for the SBA Small Business Awards. You could be a winner! We’ll review qualifications and how to submit your application. The process is easy\, so why not submit? We’ll also touch on the upcoming Small Business Saturday and any ideas/special events attendees may be hosting. Presenting will be Peg Rayson and Carole Harris of the SBA Illinois District Office. Please log in a few minutes early so that we can assist in troubleshooting any technical difficulties. Also\, SBA does ask a few questions upon registering. This info will not be shared\, but is so that we can best serve our audience. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/you-could-be-a-winner-submit-for-sba-small-business-of-the-year-awards/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231108T180943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T180943Z
UID:29921-1700128800-1700132400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Let's Chat! Pivoting for the Holidays: Maximize your Revenue!
DESCRIPTION:‘Tis the season …to maximize your revenue! Join Business Advisor Kelly Gumbiner to learn strategies for the upcoming unique retail environment of the holidays. On Marketing\, on Budgeting\, on Inventory\, on Blitzen\, on Rudolf! You will be ready for the opportunities that await. \nFeatured Speaker\n​Kelly Gumbiner\, CEO of KAG II\, LLC. Kelly is a highly effective Business Development Leader with extensive experience building revenue\, motivating teams\, establishing strong client relationships\, and motivating top results in challenging and competitive markets. She offers a proven history of success\, delivering solid performance in B2B and B2C models with accomplishments in the Financial Services industry. She has a record of developing\, training\, leading\, and promoting teams of top performers dedicated to the overall success of the company\, consistently meeting and surpassing goals for revenue\, operations\, and customer service.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/lets-chat-pivoting-for-the-holidays-maximize-your-revenue/
CATEGORIES:A2C Let's Chat! Series,Access to Capital
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231116T195113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T195113Z
UID:29972-1700121600-1700154000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? During the workshop\, we will take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths\, introduce you to five basic startup steps\, and review the legal entities recommended for startups. \n  \n \nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-24/
CATEGORIES:In-Person/Classroom Workshop,Starting Your Business in Illinois
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231012T220550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T214804Z
UID:29754-1700056800-1700062200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? During the workshop\, we will take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths\, introduce you to five basic startup steps\, and review the legal entities recommended for startups
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-23/
LOCATION:DBC Offices\, 4137 Sauk Trail\, Richton Park\, IL\, 60471\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person/Classroom Workshop,Starting Your Business in Illinois
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231106T172932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T173407Z
UID:29893-1700046000-1700049600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Launch a Local Cottage Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Cottage food operations are home-based food businesses conducted to produce food or drink as allowed by Illinois law. Join us to learn more about the Cottage Food Law\, and the creative decisions and legal requirements to jump-start your new business. \nFeatured Speaker\n​Kelly Lay\, Cottage Food advocate\, Illinois Stewardship Alliance and Food Program Manager\, The Land Connection \n  \n \nPresented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/how-to-launch-a-local-cottage-food-business/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T173453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T214643Z
UID:29795-1700042400-1700046000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/29795/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T171555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T213929Z
UID:29793-1699894800-1699898400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-10/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231101T151047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T151047Z
UID:29852-1699891200-1699894800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:WBE Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:Newly certified as a WBENC WBE\, or wanting a refresher about how the WBDC and WBENC networks work? Join us for this free thirty-minute webinar.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbe-onboarding-9/
CATEGORIES:Certification
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231106T182953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T182953Z
UID:29901-1699434000-1699437600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Grant Accountabilty and Transparency Act Pre-Award Process
DESCRIPTION: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 Controls Questionnaire (ICQ) and Programmatic Risk Assessment (PRAQ)) This session will provide detailed information on all of the steps required as part of the GATA process and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. There is no cost\, but registration is required. \n  \n \nPresented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/understanding-the-grant-accountabilty-and-transparency-act-pre-award-process/
CATEGORIES:Understanding GATA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T025731
CREATED:20231019T170305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T213810Z
UID:29791-1699290000-1699293600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for our Start-Up Workshop\, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights. \nSchedule\nThese workshops are offered twice a week – Mondays (5-6 pm) and Wednesdays (10-11 am). \nDiscover the keys to launching your business successfully. \n  \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/start-up-workshop-9/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses,Starting Your Business in Illinois
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