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SUMMARY:WBDC 2022 Midwest Annual Business Event: Hybrid Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the WBDC 2022 Midwest Annual Business Event: Back Together Again\nThe 2022 conference program will be held in-person on 9/7\, and corporate meet and greets will be conducted virtually on 9/8. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbdc-2021-midwest-annual-business-event-virtual-edition/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="WBDC":MAILTO:wbdc@wbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T090000
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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-59/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,WBDC Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T140000
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SUMMARY:WBDC’s 2022 Midwest Business Conference | Day 2: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the WBDC 2022 Midwest Business Conference:\nBack Together Again\nAfter three years apart\, the WBDC is thrilled that we are finally coming together again!! On the first day of our regional business conference this year\, we expect to welcome several hundred women business owners\, along with private sector\, public sector\, and community partners. We truly hope that you will join us for enlightenment\, information\, and valuable connections\, both rekindled and new. \nThe 2022 conference program will be held in-person on 9/7. Our line-up on 9/8 is the virtual Corporate Connections and the virtual WBDC Midwest Bracket for WBENC Pitch. \nSEPTEMBER 7 – 8\, 2022 \nHyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago | 9300 W. Bryn Mawr Ave\, Rosemont\, IL 60018 \nClick here to learn more and register today!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbdcs-2022-midwest-business-conference-day-2-virtual/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency O’Hare ​9300  Bryn Mawr Ave\, Rosemont IL 60018
CATEGORIES:Virtual,WBDC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233702
CREATED:20220825T163225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T163225Z
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SUMMARY:SGCC Grant Application Assistance & Business Resource Fair – Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Cook County Small Business Source\, Women’s Business Development Center\, and Illinois Action for Children in person to receive 1:1 advising and assistance for the Strengthen and Grow Child Care (SGCC) Grants program. This event will also bring business resource partners and organizations to the community for new and existing entrepreneurs looking to grow their business. Register by selecting the time slot you will attend or you may select General Admission if you are interested in the Business Resource Fair only. The specific timed options will serve as your appointment to receive assistance with the grant application.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/sgcc-grant-application-assistance-business-resource-fair-pop-up/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Childcare Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T103000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233702
CREATED:20220825T163637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T163800Z
UID:24428-1663146000-1663151400@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:¿Cómo empezar un negocio en Illinois?
DESCRIPTION:Virtual | Little Village Chamber of Commerce \n¿Quieres comenzar un negocio y no sabes cómo? \nEn este taller aprenderemos los pasos básicos para iniciar un negocio en Illinois\, revisaremos los diferentes tipos de entidades legales recomendadas para negocios nuevos y realizaremos una auto-evaluación para ayudarte a reconocer tus fortalezas y debilidades;. Este taller es sin costo y será virtual. No te pierdas esta gran oportunidad. \nWebinar sin costo. \nSe requiere registro y llenar el formulario en el enlace siguiente: bit.ly/wbdcclientintake \nContact Information \nLaura Leticia Rodriguez | lrodriguez@wbdc.org \nHosted by the Illinois SBDC at the WBDC \n \nEl SBDC de Illinois en el WBDC está financiado en parte a través de un acuerdo de cooperación con la Administración de Pequeños Negocios de Estados Unidos y el Departamento de Comercio y Oportunidades Económicas de Illinois. Se harán adaptaciones razonables para las personas con discapacidades si se solicita con al menos dos semanas de anticipación para clases presenciales; comuníquese al (312) 853-3477 ext. 100.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/como-empezar-un-negocio-en-illinois-16/
CATEGORIES:Starting Your Business in Illinois,Talleres en Espanol
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233702
CREATED:20220825T164127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T164205Z
UID:24431-1663149600-1663155000@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-17/
CATEGORIES:Starting Your Business in Illinois
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220917
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CREATED:20220818T151024Z
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SUMMARY:APPLICATION DEADLINE | Top Shelf Services Business Cohort
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is proud to present Top Shelf Services: High Volume Retail Growth Insights. This six-week virtual program is sponsored by Walgreens\, a WBDC corporate partner. The program is designed to help established professional services businesses access procurement opportunities in the mass retail market. Participants will have the opportunity to pitch their services to a select group of corporate representatives who will provide valuable feedback. \nThe program is specifically targeted to businesses in the following professional service areas: \n\nTechnology\nTraining\nLegal\nMarketing (not promotional products)\nPublic Relations\nProperty i.e.\, Architects\, Engineers\nEnvironmental\n\nPROGRAM OVERVIEW\nUpon competition of the program\, participants will have successfully completed educational training from subject matter experts and hands-on learning opportunities in the following areas: \n\nIncrease contract wins in the retail industry\nGain insights from industry professionals\nLearn from your peers\nDevelop a proposal toolkit that includes:\n\nCapabilities Statement\nContent for proposals\nPitch Presentation Skills Training\nIntroductory Emails\nBusiness matchmaking follow-up\nPlus more…\n\n\n\nApplicant Requirements:\n\nBe an established professional services business owner interested in selling to retailers\nTwo or more years in business\nWBE Certified\nCommitted to attending 6 weeks of virtual learning via Zoom\n\nLimited space is available. All applicants must make themselves available for a brief phone interview. \nThis program is open to all certified WBEs. \nWhen:\nFall 2022 Dates \nEvery Thursday | October 6 – November 10\, 2022 \nTime \n9:00 – Noon\, CST via Zoom \nWhere: Via Zoom \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, September 9\, 2022 \nClick here to learn more and apply or click the registration link at the bottom of this page. \nFor more information\, contact Cynthia Johnson | cjohnson@wbdc.org \nWBDC CORPORATE SPONSORS
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/application-deadline-top-shelf-services-business-cohort/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual,WBDC Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Johnson":MAILTO:cjohnson@wbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233702
CREATED:20220913T180407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T174506Z
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SUMMARY:BACP's Small Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join WBDC and other resource partners at the City of Chicago’s Small Business Expo! The BACP Expo is a free event bringing entrepreneurs\, executives and experts together for workshops\, networking and much more! The September 17th Expo at Truman College features a keynote from Corey Gilkey\, founder of Leaders1354. Workshops include “Steps to Start a Small Business” and “Show Me the Money – SBA Loans for Small Businesses.” See the full schedule and learn more at chicago.gov/bizexpo
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/bacps-small-business-expo/
LOCATION:Truman College\, 1145 W. Wilson Avenue\, Chicago IL 60640
CATEGORIES:Established Businesses,Partner Events,Start-Up & Emerging Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Briavael O'Reilly":MAILTO:boreilly@wbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233702
CREATED:20220825T163000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T052713Z
UID:24424-1663585200-1663588800@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: gbomben@wbdc.org
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/crowdfund-your-small-business-goals-with-kivas-0-interest-microloans-4/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233703
CREATED:20220829T184719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T185004Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA)
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 | Felicitas Cortez | fcortez@wbdc.org \nAssociate Director of Entrepreneurial Services – South Suburbs \n312-853-3477 x. 610 | fcortez@wbdc.org \n  \n \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-3/
CATEGORIES:Understanding GATA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233703
CREATED:20220829T185058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T185058Z
UID:24551-1664280000-1664283600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Martes de negocios con WBDC
DESCRIPTION:Acompaña al equipo hispano de WBDC el último martes de cada mes a una plática de temas actuales empresariales donde aprenderás sobre diversos temas que te ayudarán a crecer tu negocio. Cada mes tendremos un invitado experto compartiendo sobre temas relevantes que beneficiaran tu empresa. \nSe requiere registro y llenar el formulario en el enlace siguiente: bit.ly/wbdcclientintake \nContacto: Yvonne Villalpando |  Entrepreneurial Services Advisor |  312-853-3477 x. 100 | yvillalpando@wbdc.org | Women’s Business Development Center \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/martes-de-negocios-con-wbdc-4/
CATEGORIES:Talleres en Espanol
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T233703
CREATED:20220926T121001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T121013Z
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital | Let's Chat: Building Your Banking Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Business owners\, do you know who your banking partner is? When was the last time the two of you connected about the current needs of your business? Not sure how to answer these questions? Then join us for the next A2C Let’s Chat: Building Your Banking Partnership where will discuss the importance of your banking partnership and what to look for in picking out the best bank for your business needs. \nIn Partnership with:
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-lets-chat-building-your-banking-partnership/
CATEGORIES:A2C Let's Chat! Series,Access to Capital
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