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SUMMARY:Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
DESCRIPTION:Be Prepared for Grant Opportunities!\nThe 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: \n\nPre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal\nCompletion of two risk assessments (Internal Controls Questionnaire (ICQ) and Programmatic Risk Assessment (PRAQ))\n\nThis session will provide detailed information on all of the steps required as part of the GATA process and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions.\nThere is no cost\, but registration is required.\nHOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR?\nClient Intake Form  If you have not done so in the past 12 months\, you must fill out this form prior to participating in the webinar.\nContact Information | \nFelicitas Cortez \nAssociate Director of Entrepreneurial Services – South Suburbs\n312-853-3477 x. 610 | fcortez@wbdc.org\n\nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/understanding-the-grant-accountability-and-transparency-act-gata-pre-award-process-23/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220315T140211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T140211Z
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SUMMARY:CannaBiz Lunch & Learn: Cannabis Tax Laws
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Lunch & Learn! \nJoin us for a Lunch & Learn on how to navigate the challenging landscape of Cannabis taxes and Illinois Recreational Cannabis Tax Laws. We will discuss what is different for your cannabis business and the resources out there to help you stay in compliance. \nFeatured Speaker | Anthony Pittman \n​\n​Anthony Pittman\nIn his role as tax consultant and preparer with RE Clemons and Associates Tax and accounting\, Anthony Pittman has a focus on Illinois Recreational Cannabis taxation and accounting.  Prior to his role at RE Clemons and Associates\, Anthony was involved with Chicago NORML’s volunteer committee and the reviewing of HB 1438 for recommended revisions before it was passed.  During his time there\, he also acquired Hemp Staff Certification in their Dispensary Training Course.\nRE Clemons and Associates Tax and Accounting have a staff of Enrolled Agents and CPAs with over 40 years of experience in corporate and personal taxation and bookkeeping.  Their involvement in local and national tax associations keeps the firm on the “leading edge” of the ever-changing tax laws and accounting methods.\nPresented by the WBDC Cannabiz Program\, a joint initiative by:
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/23111/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,WBDC Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220411T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220411T163000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220111T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T155133Z
UID:23561-1649692800-1649694600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:WBE Onboarding
DESCRIPTION: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.\nContact Information: Karen Goldner | Managing Director\, Established Business Services | kgoldner@wbdc.org\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbe-onboarding-54/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,WBDC Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T171239Z
UID:23601-1649757600-1649763000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Are You Considering Starting a Business in Illinois?\nDuring 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. \nHOW TO REGISTER: \n If you have not done so in the past 12 months\, you must fill out this form prior to participating in the webinar. \nClient Intake Form  \nAfter filling out the form\, please register for the webinar at the registration link below. \nContact Information\nFelicitas Cortez | fcortez@wbdc.org\nPresented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center \n\nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/starting-your-business-in-illinois-14/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220228T192842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T192842Z
UID:23579-1649761200-1649764800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Crowdfund your Small Business Goals with Kiva’s 0% Interest Microloans
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you will learn about the loan application process\, eligibility\, and what makes a high-quality crowdfunding profile. Join us to attain the right resources and KNOW before you APPLY! There is no application fee. There will be time for a Q&A session at the end. If you would like to submit your questions ahead of time\, please email our Capital Access Manager at Kiva Greater Chicago\, Gabriella Bomben: chicago@local.kiva.org
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/crowdfund-your-small-business-goals-with-kivas-0-interest-microloans-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220323T130240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T130240Z
UID:23597-1649844000-1649851200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Crece tu negocio\, con una estrategia digital
DESCRIPTION:En el entorno empresarial actual es necesario contar con una buena estrategia digital para hacer crecer su negocio.  Si es dueño de un negocio o quiere empezar un negocio nuevo participe en este taller para aumentar su conocimiento de la mercadotecnia digital\, las herramientas digitales disponibles y el comercio en línea. Le ayudaremos a desarrollar una estrategia digital enfocada a aumentar sus ingresos\, vender en línea\, captar nuevos clientes y mejorar el reconocimiento de marca. \nDuración: Los miércoles durante 6 semanas.\nFecha y hora: Miércoles del 13 de abril al 18 de Mayo del 2022 | 10:00 am a 12:00 pm.\nTemas incluidos en las Sesiones:\n• Formas de iniciar un negocio en línea\n• Como desarrollar una estrategia de mercado digital\n• Estrategias para posicionar su marca en el mundo en línea\n• Aprenda como mejorar la visibilidad de su negocio utilizando las herramientas de Google.\n• Finanzas que toda empresa debe conocer\n• Aprenda a analizar sus actividades en linea\n• Lance sus estrategias comerciales en línea para hacer crecer su negocio.\nNo hay ningún cargo para asistir\, pero es necesario registrarse.\n \nEnlace de Registro\nDebe registrarste por adelantado utilizando este enlace\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodO6rrjkjHt1gxg5teNJT9B4Pmx1dWNWH\nDespués de registrarse\, recibirá un email con la información que necesita para unirse al taller.\nPara mayor información\, contacte a:  \nMinerva Calatayud | Directora Asociada del WBDC Aurora | mcalatayud@wbdc.org\n\nFinanciado en parte a través de un Acuerdo de Cooperación con la Administración de Pequeños Negocios de EE. UU.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/crece-tu-negocio-con-una-estrategia-digital/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T173439Z
UID:23603-1650283200-1650286800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Doing Business in Africa
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover the basics and practicalities of approaching the African market. Where to begin? What are the best markets to target? What are the channels to market? What cultural issues to consider? Our presenter will also offer pragmatic tips on every day business. \nMs Toyin Umesiri of Nazaru Ltd is a well known expert on the African market.  \nContact Information: Bill McNamara | Director of the ITC | bmcnamara@wbdc.org\nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required.\nHow to Register for this Webinar: \n\nIf you haven’t done so in the last 12 months\, you must fill out our Client Intake Form here in order to attend the webinar\nRegister for the webinar by clicking the registration link below.\n\nPresented by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at the WBDC\n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/intro-to-doing-business-in-africa/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T173716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T173716Z
UID:23604-1650358800-1650362400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
DESCRIPTION: \nBe Prepared for Grant Opportunities!\nThe 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: \n\nPre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal\nCompletion of two risk assessments (Internal Controls Questionnaire (ICQ) and Programmatic Risk Assessment (PRAQ))\n\nThis session will provide detailed information on all of the steps required as part of the GATA process and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions.\nThere is no cost\, but registration is required.\nHOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR?\nClient Intake Form  If you have not done so in the past 12 months\, you must fill out this form prior to participating in the webinar.\nContact Information | \nFelicitas Cortez \nAssociate Director of Entrepreneurial Services – South Suburbs\n312-853-3477 x. 610 | fcortez@wbdc.org\n\nThe Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance\, please contact (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/understanding-the-grant-accountability-and-transparency-act-gata-pre-award-process-24/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T174022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T174022Z
UID:23605-1650369600-1650373200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Bookkeeping Workshop for your Cannabis Business
DESCRIPTION:A workshop for entrepreneurs who are starting their cannabis businesses and want to learn basics of bookkeeping in a highly regulated industry. We will cover POS systems\, inventory and tracking\, accounting software and financial statements \nFeatured Speaker | Anthony Pittman \n​​Anthony Pittman\nIn his role as tax consultant and preparer with RE Clemons and Associates Tax and accounting\, Anthony Pittman has a focus on Illinois Recreational Cannabis taxation and accounting.  Prior to his role at RE Clemons and Associates\, Anthony was involved with Chicago NORML’s volunteer committee and the reviewing of HB 1438 for recommended revisions before it was passed.  During his time there\, he also acquired Hemp Staff Certification in their Dispensary Training Course.\nRE Clemons and Associates Tax and Accounting have a staff of Enrolled Agents and CPAs with over 40 years of experience in corporate and personal taxation and bookkeeping.  Their involvement in local and national tax associations keeps the firm on the “leading edge” of the ever-changing tax laws and accounting methods.\nPresented by the WBDC Cannabiz Program\, a joint initiative by:
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/bookkeeping-workshop-for-your-cannabis-business/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220413T131412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T131412Z
UID:23302-1650456000-1650459600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:10 Things to Know About Starting a Cannabis Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Florence Hardy will discuss the 10 things you need to know to start a cannabis or cannabis-related business in Illinois. This webinar will provide an overview of the following: \n\nTimelines and fees\nCompliance and legal considerations\nFinancing Options\nTax Requirements and more!\n\nAbout Florence Hardy\nA graduate of Howard University\, the beginning of Florence Hardy’s career included working for the City of Chicago in the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection guiding business owners through the licensing and compliance process. She has a Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School in corporate\, transactional\, and intellectual property law. Past positions held by Florence include the Director of the Small Business Development Center at the Far South Community Development Corporation\, as well as the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.\nContact: Aisha Ahrens | Associate Director\, Access to Capital | aahrens@wbdc.org\nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required.\nHOW TO REGISTER: \n\nIf you haven’t done so in the last 12 months\, please fill out our Client Intake Form here\nRegister for the webinar by clicking the registration link below.\n\nPresented by the WBDC Cannabiz Program\, a joint initiative by:\n \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/10-things-to-know-about-starting-a-cannabis-business-in-illinois-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220426T181510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T181510Z
UID:23363-1650960000-1650992400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital | Let's Chat: Business Loan Documentation
DESCRIPTION:Our new “Let’s Chat” sessions will be held monthly to discuss finding the right capital\, at the right time\, from the right source\, for your business.\n \n\nUpcoming Session:\nAttend our monthly session to discuss a list of loan documents and chat about what to prepare when you apply for funding.\n \nIn Partnership with:
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-lets-chat-business-loan-documentation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T175156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T175156Z
UID:23607-1651055400-1651062600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Don’t be Victimized by Ransomware
DESCRIPTION:Explore third party data Business to Business (B2B) risk. This is a three-part series presented by American Family Insurance in partnership with the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI). \nThis second session will provide you information to avoid the nightmare surrounding ransomware. Learn about the techniques criminals use to break into your systems and what you can do to protect your company. This is a three-part series presented by American Family Insurance in partnership with the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI). \n\nApril 27 – Don’t be Victimized by Ransomware: https://www.wispro.org/event/25008/\nJuly 27 – Making Intelligent Investments in Your Company’s Cybersecurity: https://www.wispro.org/event/making-intelligent-investments-in-your-companys-cybersecurity/\n\nContact: Jessie Leonard | Associate Director \, WBE Certification\, Milwaukee | jleonard@wbdc.org
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/dont-be-victimized-by-ransomware/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220413T132710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T132710Z
UID:23306-1651066200-1651069800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Childcare Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:Childcare Collaborative is a business growth-oriented program presenting relevant topics for childcare providers at all stages of the business lifecycle. Offered on the 4th Wednesday of each month\, this Collaborative delivers expert lead trainings and resources\, industry trends\, peer networking opportunities and an ongoing partnership to support participants’ business goals. Create a future for you and the next generation. There is no cost to attend\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/monthly-childcare-collaborative/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260927T081222
CREATED:20220325T175511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T175511Z
UID:23608-1651143600-1651147200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital | Let's Chat: SBA Lending
DESCRIPTION:Our new “Let’s Chat” sessions will be held monthly to discuss finding the right capital\, at the right time\, from the right source\, for your business.\n \n\nUpcoming Session:\nJoin us to discuss SBA Lending and what the SBA offers within the lending ecosystem for small businesses.\nIn Partnership with:
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-lets-chat-sba-lending/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,Webinar
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