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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success | Registration Deadline
FOR IL RESIDENTS ONLY. Road to Success Bootcamp is a 4-week bootcamp that covers introductory concepts necessary for emerging and pre-venture entrepreneurs. This bootcamp will include three business education workshops and one combined legal clinic and working session. Participants must complete all four sessions, attend one advising session, and complete a follow-up survey in order to be considered...
How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality
How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality
Are you ready to turn your passion for caring for children into a thriving business? Whether you're planning to open a home daycare or launch a childcare center, this one-hour webinar will guide you through the essential steps to get started with confidence. Session Overview Led by industry experts, this session will cover: Licensing and...
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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
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...
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Know Your Numbers, Open the Door to Capital: Getting Financial-Statement Ready for Growth
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...
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
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....
Use AI to Start Your Business Smarter
Use AI to Start Your Business Smarter
Have a business idea but aren’t sure if people will actually want what you’re offering? Before you spend time and money building your business, join this Illinois SBDC at the WBDC webinar to learn how to find out what potential customers really need. In this practical webinar, you’ll learn how to Clearly describe how your...
Minneapolis | WBDC Stronger Together: 40 Years and Forward Celebration and Connection
Minneapolis | WBDC Stronger Together: 40 Years and Forward Celebration and Connection
For 40 years, the WBDC has been providing tools, connections and strategic guidance to build and grow successful companies. Join us on September 15th for Stronger Together: WBDC 40th & Forward Celebration. Connect with fellow business owners, discover new resources and sourcing opportunities, get inspired by business leaders in our community and shine a spotlight on your business. Join...
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WBE Certification: Know Before You Apply
WBE Certification: Know Before You Apply
This one-hour workshop is for those who are interested in learning more about WBENC’s Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certification. Topics will range from types of certification to documents required for the WBE application.
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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success Peoria | Registration Deadline
Peoria and Central Illinois Road to Success Bootcamp is a 4-week bootcamp that covers introductory concepts necessary for emerging and pre-venture entrepreneurs. This bootcamp is specifically designed for Peoria entrepreneurs and will include three business education workshops and one combined legal clinic and working session. Participants must complete all four sessions, attend one advising session,...
WBE Onboarding
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.
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FedCon Cohort | Application Deadline
Unlock Federal Contracts: Grow Your Business with the U.S. Government Do you want to expand your business in 2027 with the Federal Government as your client? The WBDC has developed a unique federal government training opportunity available for your business: FedCon What’s FedCon? FedCon is an exclusive 8-week training program designed specifically for established Illinois...
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Kiva Hour
Kiva Hour
Is Kiva a capital option for me and my business? Discover how you can leverage Kiva to fuel your dreams, whether you're starting a business or growing an existing one. We'll walk through the eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the various ways you can utilize Kiva. Plus, get inspired by success stories from entrepreneurs who...
St. Louis | WBDC St. Louis Region – Small Business
St. Louis | WBDC St. Louis Region – Small Business
Forty Years of Impact. A Future Without Limits. Attendees will experience a high-impact program featuring a powerful keynote address, bold insights from accomplished entrepreneurs, and energizing conversations focused on navigating today’s economic realities—including access to capital, b2b networking opportunities, and strategies to scale and sustain growth. Whether you’re ready to take your business to the...
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Capital Readiness 101
Capital Readiness 101
Is your business positioned to weather financial challenges, adapt to changing market conditions and take advantage of expansion opportunities? External capital may be a necessary tool. But what should every business owner know about preparing for accessing capital? This session is a must for any business owner hoping to acquire external capital such as grants,...
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Starting Your Business in Illinois
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. Presented by the Illinois SBDC at the Women’s Business Development Center.
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