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2025 Solopreneurs’ Mastermind Series | Application Deadline

Join our dynamic Solopreneurs' Mastermind Series, a supportive community designed for solo business owners looking to scale their ventures. This cohort offers a collaborative environment where you can share experiences, gain insights, and receive personalized guidance from industry experts. Whether you are a new start-up or looking to scale, our program provides the tools, resources,...

Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 1

This interactive 2-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 1 is Navigating Corporate Procurement Programs, WBENCLink2.0. and how to effectively market your business using the tool of certification.

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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp

ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY August 5-26, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday 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...

Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2

This interactive 2-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 2 is How to Develop an Impactful Capability Statement. The one-page capability statement is a critical tool in articulating your value to potential customers.