Elevate Spring 2026 | Application Deadline
Our Elevate cohort is designed for established licensed home providers and childcare center providers that have been in business for two or more years and are ready to grow strategically. Participants work with experts to identify growth opportunities, enhance capacity, and position their businesses for long term, sustainable expansion. Through the Elevate Cohort, participants will...
27th Annual SADBOC Government Procurement Fair – Minnesota
Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn Center, MN, United StatesSmall businesses interested in doing business with the government agencies and prime contractors are encouraged to attend this Trade Fair. This event will provide small businesses an opportunity to meet with representatives from more than 60 Federal, State and local agencies; commercial/prime contractors, and nonprofit organizations; access available technical assistance; and learn about upcoming contracts.
2026 Top Shelf Retail: High Volume Growth Insights | Application Deadline
The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is proud to present Top Shelf Retail: High Volume Retail Growth Insights. This cohort is an eight-week, curriculum based virtual cohort program designed to help established retail businesses access procurement opportunities in the mass retail market. Participants will learn how to build pricing, branding, and marketing strategies, and how...
Government Contracts Webinar
FOR ILLINOIS RESIDENTS ONLY. Introduction to Government Contracting Government contracting can be a powerful growth path for small businesses, but many owners don’t know where to start. This workshop breaks the process down in simple, practical steps—helping you understand how government agencies buy products and services, what qualifications you need. You’ll learn the key terminology,...