The WBDC Turns 40. Explore 40 Years of Impact

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...

WBDC – GLOBAL MARKETS EXPANSION WEBINAR SERIES SESSION 2: Legal & Regulatory Considerations for Global E-commerce Expansion

Are you ready to elevate your global e-commerce game and take your e-commerce venture global? Join us for Session 2 of the WBDC - GLOBAL E-COMMERCE MARKETS EXPANSION TWO-PART WEBINAR SERIES: "Legal & Regulatory Considerations for Global E-commerce Expansion" where we'll guide you through the intricacies of global digital commerce compliance. Unveil the roadmap for...

Childcare Collaborative

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.

RiseUp! | Registration Deadline

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. Program participants will follow a step-by-step process to develop...