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SUMMARY:2023 WBDC Childcare Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic day of interactive learning from leaders and experts in the Childcare industry! \nDuring this Virtual Summit you will:  \n\nGain valuable industry insights from our keynote interview guest speaker.\nEngage with our expert panelists across all 3 panels.\nLearn how to better build and sustain a profitable childcare business.\n\nClick here to learn more and reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/2023-wbdc-childcare-summit/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses,Talleres en Espanol,Virtual,WBDC Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230606
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline | Digital Bootcamp: Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:Adopt a Digital Mindset for Your Business\nWBDC’s Digital Bootcamp is a one-week course where business owners learn the basics of digitizing their business processes and adopting a digital mindset. Entrepreneurs will be introduced to helpful digital tools and learn best practices to ensure successful integration into all aspects of their business processes. Classes will virtually meet daily via Zoom.   \nDAILY VIRTUAL SESSIONS \nJune 12 – 16\, 2023 | 9:30 am to 11 am \n\n\nBOOTCAMP HIGHLIGHTS\n\n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs will discuss digital tools to help their businesses with: \n\nPlanning\nCustomer Management\nCybersecurity\nWebsite Data Management\nSocial Media Management\nSales Management\nFinancial Management\n\nFor each topic\, we will introduce the digital landscape\, identify the key features of the digital tools available for comparison\, and discern which tools are right for your business. \nWHO CAN APPLY\n\nEmerging and Established businesses – operating for 1+ years\nMust have proven earned revenue (Filed Business Tax Return or P&L with $50K for 2022)\nInterest in finding efficiency in processes\nMust have a website\n\n\nBusiness must be in the Greater Kansas City area\n\n*As part of the application process\, each business owner must schedule a Zoom interview with facilitators. \nDAILY VIRTUAL SESSIONS \nJune 12 – 16\, 2023 | 9:30 am to 11 am \nApplication Deadline: \nMonday\, June 5\, 2023 \n\n  \n\nThe Sponsor of the Digital Bootcamp this spring is Capital One.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/digital-bootcamp-kansas-city-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,WBDC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230518T201104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T213749Z
UID:27989-1686045600-1686051000@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Start your Online Business
DESCRIPTION:There has never been an easier or better time to start your own business than today. With the current easy-to-use digital tools and social media\, everyone is connected. If you are a startup or an established business\, you can start an online business and generate revenue in a few months. Join us to learn a proven sequence of steps that you can follow to successfully start a small business online. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/how-to-start-your-online-business/
CATEGORIES:Start-Up & Emerging Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230518T212540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T212540Z
UID:28022-1686049200-1686052800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Crowdfund your Small Business Goals with Kiva’s 0% Interest Microloans
DESCRIPTION:Exploring financial options as a business can be challenging. Have you ever thought about what exists beyond the bank? Want to learn how crowdfunding could be your digital avenue to accessing capital? Find out how Kiva’s zero percent interest microloans can be a solution and crowdfund your business goals. In this webinar\, you will learn about the loan application process and overall eligibility. 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 Chicago\, Gabriella Bomben: chicago@local.kiva.org
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/crowdfund-your-small-business-goals-with-kivas-0-interest-microloans-8/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
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SUMMARY:Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Training
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \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/grant-accountability-and-transparency-act-gata-training/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Understanding GATA,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230616
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230502T211608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T202250Z
UID:27930-1686787200-1686873599@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:APPLICATION DEADLINE: Summer Financial Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest! We are delighted to announce that applications for the Summer Financial Bootcamp are now closed\, as we have received an overwhelming response and reached our maximum capacity.\nBuild the knowledge and discipline your business finances need to access the right capital\, at the right time\, from the right source \nAre your finances in need of getting into shape? Hesitant to apply for a loan because you’re not sure what lenders will need from you? Did you your bookkeeper or banker just break up with your business? Then\, the Financial Bootcamp is your next destination. For six weeks\, established founders will gather for an intense program curated just for you…the CEO that needs capital infusion for their company\, but doesn’t know where to start finding it\, asking for it\, and preparing for it. Business owners will be introduced to a variety of capital options and graduate with a stronger pitch to speak to lenders and investors. Apply now and adapt the expertise you need to get the capital you need. \nProgram Highlights\n\nReceive worksheets and guides to help you evaluate your numbers\nMeet subject matter experts from lenders to accountants\nIntroduction to all forms of capital available from all sources of lenders and business finance organizations\nEvaluate your current personal and business financial position\, including credit worthiness and the impact of both on the business.\nGraduate with a better understanding of the health of your business.\n\nWho Can Apply\nTo be considered for acceptance into the Financial Bootcamp: \n\nMust be in business for at least 3-years\nHave at least two employees (may include you)\nHave revenue of at least $50\,000 (in 2022\, 2021\, 2020)\nWorking on the business full-time\n\nProgram Details\nWhen: Summer 2023 Cohort #3 | Every Wednesday from 10:00AM – 12:30 p.m. CST\, July 12 – August 16\, 2023 \nWhere: Via Zoom Meetings \nDeadline: application closes Thursday 11:59am \n  \nFor more information\, contact Abigail Scanlan at\, ascanlan@wbdc.org \n  \nSponsored by
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/summer-financial-bootcamp-2023/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
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SUMMARY:Kiva Basics: Creating a Successful Crowdfunding Profile
DESCRIPTION:You know the saying . . . a picture is worth a thousand words. Your entrepreneurial and personal story matters too! Thinking about applying for Kiva’s 0% interest microloan? Learn how to build a quality crowdfunding profile page for your Kiva application and fundraising campaign! We will discuss the 5 different components to your profile and 5 different themes to keep in mind. Know the tactics before you apply!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/kiva-basics-creating-a-successful-crowdfunding-profile-3/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230518T210426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T210426Z
UID:28008-1687341600-1687345200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Guidelines for Preparing Teaming\, Joint Venture and Subcontracting Agreements
DESCRIPTION:For businesses – both large and small – partnering with other companies can be an important strategy for winning and successfully performing on government contracts. In this webinar we will provide an overview of different types of teaming partnerships\, and key components of teaming agreements. The topics that will be covered include: \n\nThe pros and cons of teaming with another company\nDifferent types of teaming and partnerships\nKey elements of teaming agreements\nPulling it all together\n\nTeaming agreements and other teaming arrangements provide efficiencies for both the government and government contractors because they: \n\nAllow the contractor team members to complement each other’s unique capabilities.\nOffer the government the best combination of performance\, cost and delivery for the system or product being acquired.\n\nThis webinar is ideal for any company pursuing large(er) contracts with federal and local government agencies\, as well as large corporations and prime vendors. \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/guidelines-for-preparing-teaming-joint-venture-and-subcontracting-agreements/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230518T210941Z
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UID:28011-1687354200-1687359600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY: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\, Collaborative delivers expert led training and resources\, industry trends\, peer networking opportunities and an on-going partnership supporting participants’ business goals. \n  \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. \n  \nContact | Yvonne Villalpando | yvillalpando@wbdc.org \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the US Small Business Administration.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/childcare-collaborative-8/
CATEGORIES:Childcare Businesses,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T183000
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UID:28013-1687365000-1687372200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Twin Cities Networking Event: Leveraging your WBENC Certification
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of networking and discussion on leveraging your WBENC certification. Space is limited\, so please register using this link \nFeatured Speaker\nCaren Schweitzer\, CEO and Founder of ​Creative Resources\, will share best practices on leveraging the WBENC certification. \nSchweitzer shares that her business was born 28 years ago out of Caren’s basement while raising three young children as a single parent. Creative Resources is an established leader in the industry ranking in the top 5% of branded merchandise companies nationwide. Caren became a WBENC certified business in 2009.   Caren understands that when you put your name on something you are making a statement and she is there to protect your brand.  She believes that promotional products are the best way to connect with the people you care about and turn everyday people into champions for your cause.  Today Creative Resources has taken that expertise to inside organization with wellness programs and employee engagement strategy.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/twin-cities-networking-event-leveraging-your-wbenc-certification/
LOCATION:Reve Consulting\, 807 Broadway Street Northeast #suite 150\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certification,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T123000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
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SUMMARY:BACP Remote Small Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The City of Chicago BACP’s expo provides current business owners and future entrepreneurs valuable insights into various aspects of starting and running a business\, including business licensing\, marketing strategies\, financial management\, and customer engagement. \nThe schedule is as follows: \n9:00 am\nWelcome Address \n9:15 am – 10:00 am\nLaunching a Business in the City of Chicago\nPresented by City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) \n10:05 am – 10:50 am\nPaths to Finance Your Business\nPresented by Allies for Community Business\, U.S Small Business Administration (SBA) and SomerCor \n10:50 am-11:35 am\nDigital Marketing for your Business\nPresented by The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and Goldman Sachs 10\,000 Small Businesses \n11:40 pm-12:30 pm\nKeynote Address:\nChef Ambrocio Gonzalez of La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant in Little Village.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/bacp-remote-small-business-expo-2/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230525T222417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T222417Z
UID:28106-1687428000-1687431600@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital | Let's Chat: Trademarks\, Patents and Copyrights: Maximize Value and Return on Investment
DESCRIPTION:Copyrights\, trademarks\, and patents\, oh my! Trademark attorney\, Brian Fons\, and patent attorney\, Ted Barthel\, will review the basics of these protections\, and then dive into their value. While they each can protect your product or service\, how do businesses maximize their return on investment? Enjoy this talk that promises good stories and a fresh look at intellectual property. \n  \nFeatured Speakers\n​Brian Fons\, Principal of Brian R Fons Law\, and Ted Barthel\, Principal of Boyle Fredrickson \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-lets-chat-trademarks-patents-and-copyrights-maximize-value-and-return-on-investment/
CATEGORIES:A2C Let's Chat! Series,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230518T211810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T211810Z
UID:28016-1687863600-1687867200@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Securing capital may be an important step in fueling your business’ growth. The Access to Capital team is holding an information session on the Direct Lending Program\, an alternative capital option for good businesses and owners with less-than-perfect credit history. Join us for an informational webinar to learn more about the Direct Lending Program\, borrower eligibility and other requirements. Register now!
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/access-to-capital-direct-lending-program-information-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T100000
DTSTAMP:20260923T093457
CREATED:20230601T154944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T155516Z
UID:28318-1688029200-1688032800@www.wbdc.org
SUMMARY:¿Cómo empezar un negocio en Illinois?
DESCRIPTION:¿Quieres comenzar un negocio y no sabes cómo? En 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. \n¡No te pierdas esta gran oportunidad! \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/como-empezar-un-negocio-en-illinois-2/
CATEGORIES:Starting Your Business in Illinois,Talleres en Espanol
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