Starting Your Business in Illinois
Join us on SBDC Day! 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. Presented by the Illinois SBDC at the Women’s Business Development Center.
WBE Networking Breakfast + Tips to Achieve Financial Wellness
U.S. Bank Plaza 200 South 6th Street #165, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesJoin WBEs (women business enterprises), corporate and community partners to discover new resources and connections to support you and your business. What to Expect: 7:30 - 9:00am Networking with business owners, corporate and community partners Resource tables Light breakfast buffet 9:00 - 10:00am | Tips to Achieve Financial Wellness from U.S. Bank Increase financial literacy Have capacity...
Financial Bootcamp | Spring 2026
Get Your Finances Organized and Ready for Capital & Growth Are your business finances out of shape? Hesitant to apply for a loan because you’re not sure what lenders expect? Then it’s time for Financial Bootcamp—the place where Illinois business owners build financial confidence, clarity, and control. Over six powerful weeks, you’ll gain the essential...
WBE Onboarding
Newly certified as a WBENC WBE, or wanting a refresher about how the WBDC and WBENC networks work? Join us for this free 45-minute webinar. Please note that this program is aimed at companies who are WBE certified, not those thinking about getting certified.