The WBDC Turns 40. Explore 40 Years of Impact

How to Create a Government Marketing Strategy for Your Business

You’ll need a solid government contracting strategy and marketing plan to compete as a small business in the government marketplace. In this webinar, we will create and develop a government marketing and sales plan to outline the activities that you will conduct to meet your goals.

Global Connections: Building Global Artisan Networks

Importing and exporting artisanal products to and from the USA involves a number of steps and considerations. This webinar is meant to help you navigate the process of Building Global Artisan Networks and properly comply with the relevant regulations. Featured Speaker Soraya Hernandez, M.B.A., serves as the WBDC (Women's Business Development Center) International Trade Center...

Lunch and Learn: Foundations First: Building Value-Driven Mission Statements for Emerging Businesses

In celebration of National Small Business Week and the 40th anniversary of the Illinois SBDC Network, let's work together to unlock the core of your business identity in our focused one-hour workshop, "Foundations First." This session is specially designed for startups and businesses in the scaling phase. It emphasizes identifying fundamental values and creating strong...

Global Connections: Building Global Trade Networks

In honor of National Small Business Week and the 40th anniversary of the Illinois SBDC Network, we're excited to invite you on a journey to expand your horizons and unlock the potential of global trade. We understand that navigating the complex world of international trade regulations and processes can be daunting. That's where we come...