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The Sweet Spot: Marketing to Where They’re At

Small business owners feel pressure to be everywhere but the actual solution is to meet your audience where they are. Vanessa Jackson, Vice President of Sweetness at The Lemon Ad Stand, shares how to target your precious time and marketing dollars to the greatest effect. Don’t dance on TikTok if that’s not where you gain...

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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp

ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY September 2 - 23, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence....

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How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality

Are you ready to turn your passion for caring for children into a thriving business? Whether 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...

E-Commerce Cohort | Application Deadline

Expand Your Business Potential with E-Commerce Know-How In today’s business environment, it is necessary to have a good digital strategy and the necessary online skills to grow your business. Whether you are a business owner or a startup, participate in this virtual workshop to increase your knowledge of e-commerce strategies to help you grow by...