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Intro to Government Contracting
Intro to Government Contracting
This webinar provides businesses with an introduction to government contracting and includes: -Overview of how agencies buy and sell goods and services -Market research to identify contract opportunities -The role of diverse certifications -Introduction to buying plans -Next steps to get started. Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center is a partnership between WBDC and Illinois...
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: FORWARD PLANNING EDUCATIONAL SERIES FOR WBES
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: FORWARD PLANNING EDUCATIONAL SERIES FOR WBES
Move Your Business Forward by Attending the Upcoming Sessions The workshop series will provide Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBEs) with an overview of the available options for exiting their business or obtaining liquidity. Topics to be discussed include determining the most appropriate path for transitioning ownership, both internally and externally, as well as understanding how selling...
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Intro to Minority and Women Owned Business Certifications for Government Contractors
Intro to Minority and Women Owned Business Certifications for Government Contractors
Join us to learn more about minority-owned and women-owned business certifications for government contractors. We will discuss the differences between the various certifications (MBE, WBE, DBE, WOSB, 8(a), etc.) and discuss the requirements. You will learn how to determine if you qualify for the certification and if the certification makes sense for your business type. ...
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Plan for Profit Winter 2023 | Application Deadline
Plan for Profit Winter 2023 | Application Deadline
A Guided Process for Developing Your Business Each session focuses on a critical aspect of business development and then allows time for you to draft part of a plan. To strengthen your skills, you get feedback from other participants. Moreover, a vast array of online tools are discussed that will assist you research questions related...
WBE Onboarding
WBE Onboarding
Newly certified as a WBENC WBE, or wanting a refresher about how to use your WBE certification? Join us for this free hour webinar. Contact | Karen Goldner | Managing Director, Established Business Services |Â kgoldner@wbdc.org
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ScaleHigher | Chicago South & West Side Businesses | APPLICATION DEADLINE
ScaleHigher | Chicago South & West Side Businesses | APPLICATION DEADLINE
A 10-week online class for business owners, where you can learn and grow with other business owners just like you. Grow Your Business to the Next Level The Women's Business Development Center is proud to present ScaleHigher, sponsored by We Rise Together. This ten-week online class is designed to assist entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses....
ScaleHigher | Aurora Businesses | APPLICATION DEADLINE
ScaleHigher | Aurora Businesses | APPLICATION DEADLINE
A 10-week online class for business owners, where you can learn and grow with other business owners just like you. Grow Your Business to the Next Level The Women's Business Development Center is proud to present ScaleHigher, sponsored by the Dunham Foundation, with support from the Women’s Business Center - Aurora. This ten-week online class...
ScaleHigher | Illinois, Missouri and Iowa W/MBEs | APPLICATION DEADLINE
ScaleHigher | Illinois, Missouri and Iowa W/MBEs | APPLICATION DEADLINE
A 10-week online class for business owners, where you can learn and grow with other business owners just like you. Grow Your Business to the Next Level The Women's Business Development Center is proud to present ScaleHigher, sponsored by Wells Fargo. This ten-week online class is designed to assist entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses. Participants...
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WBE Certification: What to Know Before You Apply
WBE Certification: What to Know Before You Apply
If your business is 51% or more owned, controlled or managed by a woman or women, and you have considered WBE certification then this workshop is for you. We will discuss: • What is WBE certification • What is supplier diversity and how does it fit into the certification puzzle • Overview of the types...
Prime Panel with Various Industry Firms
Prime Panel with Various Industry Firms
As a small business owner, to get started or to grow in this market you may find it beneficial to develop a subcontracting strategy where you partner with large firms – aka ‘prime contractors’ -- to increases your chance of performing on government contracts. In this webinar you will have an opportunity to hear from...
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: FORWARD PLANNING EDUCATIONAL SERIES FOR WBES
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: FORWARD PLANNING EDUCATIONAL SERIES FOR WBES
Move Your Business Forward by Attending the Upcoming Sessions The workshop series will provide Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBEs) with an overview of the available options for exiting their business or obtaining liquidity. Topics to be discussed include determining the most appropriate path for transitioning ownership, both internally and externally, as well as understanding how selling...
Starting Your Business in Illinois
Starting Your Business in Illinois
Presented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. 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. There is...
Access to Capital | Let’s Chat: Independent Contractor vs. Employee
Access to Capital | Let’s Chat: Independent Contractor vs. Employee
How well do you understand the difference between independent contractors and employees? Are you confident you have classified them correctly? Have you ever debated the merits of hiring versus contracting for your business? Join our February Access to Capital Let's Chat: Independent Contractors or Employees! We will discuss how to distinguish between the two and...
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RiseUp! Childcare Business Cohort | APPLICATION DEADLINE
RiseUp! Childcare Business Cohort | APPLICATION DEADLINE
Gain business insight for your home or center-based business. Our early childhood education entrepreneurship services are designed to provide business insight to prospective and existing childcare entrepreneurs for home and center-based businesses. PROGRAM OVERVIEW We provide business development counseling, workshops and classes, and access to capital through loan packaging and microloans to new and established...
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Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process
Presented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center 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 include the following steps before receiving a...
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Childcare Collaborative
Childcare Collaborative
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, Collaborative delivers expert led training and resources, industry trends, peer networking opportunities and an on-going partnership supporting participants’ business goals. HOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR?...
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Martes de Negocios
Martes de Negocios
Acompaña al equipo hispano de WBDC el último martes de cada mes a una plática de temas actuales empresariales donde aprenderás sobre diversos tópicos que te ayudarán a crecer tu negocio. Cada mes tendremos un invitado experto compartiendo información relevante que beneficiará a tu empresa. ¿CÓMO REGISTRARSE EN ESTE WEBINAR? Formulario de admisión de...
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Access to Capital: Financial Bootcamp | Application Deadline
Access to Capital: Financial Bootcamp | Application Deadline
Get Your Finances Organized and Ready for Capital and Growth Build the knowledge and discipline your business finances need to access the right capital, at the right time, from the right source. Are your finances in need of getting into shape? Hesitant to apply for a loan because you’re not sure what lenders will need...
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