WBE Onboarding
Newly certified as a WBENC WBE, or wanting a refresher about how to use your WBE certification? Join us for this free thirty-minute webinar. Contact Information: Karen Goldner | Managing Director, Established Business Services | kgoldner@wbdc.org Click here to register.
Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
Be Prepared for Grant Opportunities! The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) provides uniform guidance for all State of Illinois grant programs. All grant applicants and grantees must comply with GATA grant requirements, which includes the following steps before receiving a grant award: Pre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal Completion of two risk assessments (Internal...
COVID-19 EIDL: Know Before You Apply!
Need assistance navigating the Economic Injury Disaster Loan? Join us to learn more about the program and understand the steps to take when applying for a new loan as well as how to apply for an increase. We will review the loan details, application process, and eligibility. There is no charge to attend, but registration...
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. HOW TO REGISTER: If you have not done so in the past 12 months, you must...