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Starting Your Business in Illinois

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.   The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the...

Let’s Chat! Pivoting for the Holidays: Maximize your Revenue!

'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. Featured Speaker ​Kelly Gumbiner, CEO of KAG II, LLC. Kelly is a...

You Could Be A Winner – Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards!

You Could Be A Winner - Submit for SBA Small Business of the Year Awards! Team 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...

Start-Up Workshop

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. Schedule These workshops are offered twice a week - Mondays (5-6 pm) and...