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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp

ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY May 5-26, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays 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. Here’s a peek...

2026 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections

A virtual engagement designed to hear from our Corporate Partners on how to do business within their organizations. Procurement and supplier engagement sourcing professionals will highlight their category needs for the next 12 – 18 months as well as provide insights into their sourcing strategies. Program Format The Virtual Corporate Connections begins with a welcome and program...

Adopting a Digital Mindset

In this workshop you will learn what a digital mindset is and why it is essential for you and your small business to grow and stay competitive. We will discuss how to choose the right digital tools and solutions for your business needs, how to measure performance and impact, and how to foster a digital...

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.