Plan for Profit Fall 2026 | Bootcamp Application Deadline
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to shape the future of your business? We’re excited to roll out our next session of Plan for Profit, designed for passionate Illinois entrepreneurs like you who are eager to start or expand their business ventures. The Illinois SBDC at the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) provides a comprehensive training program for...
Business Growth Through E-commerce
Build Your Presence. Increase Your Impact. Grow Your Revenue. In today's business environment, it is necessary to have a strong digital strategy and the skills needed to grow your business. Whether your business is primarily offline, partially online, or already selling through digital channels, this 6-week cohort will help you build a stronger digital presence...
Know Your Numbers, Open the Door to Capital: Getting Financial-Statement Ready for Growth
Business owners scaling past the $1.5 million mark are often capital-ready in every way except one: their financials. Join Garrick Bradley II, CPA, Founder & CEO of Bradley Financial Services, for a practical session on what your financial statements actually communicate to lenders and investors, how consistent bookkeeping strengthens your position before you ever apply...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY September 15 - October 6, 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....