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Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
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...
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.
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Introduction to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification
Introduction to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification
Join us as we discuss the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification and walk through the steps of what the certification is for, how to know if your company is a good fit for the certification and how the certification can be used to get a contract with your local Department of Transportation. Note: this event is...
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WBDC’s Inspired Women Relaunch on LinkedIn
Join us as we unveil the refreshed Inspired Women community on LinkedIn! Connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and empower each other to reach new heights. Stay tuned for more details!
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Discover New Tools And Support That Will Elevate Your Food Truck Business
Discover New Tools And Support That Will Elevate Your Food Truck Business
The City of Aurora, the Women's Business Development Center, and the Santori Library invite you to learn the process and new tools to obtain and renew your license. During this workshop, you will learn new opportunities to grow your business by increasing sales, reaching new clients, developing a growth plan, and accessing capital. Featured...
Starting your Business in Illinois – Spanish
Starting your Business in Illinois – Spanish
Estas considerando empezar un negocio en Illinois? Durante el taller, realizaremos una evaluacion inicial para ayudarlo a reconocer las fortalezas de la empresa que quiere iniciar, le presentaremos cinco pasos basicos y revisaremos las entidades legales recomendadas para iniciar un nuevo negocio. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement...
Herramientas y Apoyo Para el Crecimiento de los Food Trucks
Herramientas y Apoyo Para el Crecimiento de los Food Trucks
La Ciudad de Aurora, WBDC y la Biblioteca Santori, te invitan a participar en este taller donde conoceras el proceso y nuevas herramientas digitales para obtener y renovar tus licencias. Tambien conoceras nuevas oportunidades disponibles para aumentar tus ventas y recusros gratuitos que puedes usar para administrar tu negocio, desarrollar un plan de crecimiento y...
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International Women’s Day
March 8th marks International Women's Day, a global celebration honoring the achievements and contributions of women across all spheres of life.
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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 thirty-minute webinar.
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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
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. Pre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal Completion of two risk assessments (Internal...
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Small Business Transportation Resource Center “Bonding Education Program” Informational Webinar
Small Business Transportation Resource Center “Bonding Education Program” Informational Webinar
Join us for this informational webinar for our SBTRC Central "Bonding Education Program" (BEP) Our Spring BEP cohort will begin April 9th! It is a 7-week cohort that will help your business increase bonding capacity to help compete and bid for Missouri Department of Transportation and Lambert Airport projects. Please note: This event is only...
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2024 WBENC National Conference
Join us in Denver, CO, from March 19-22, 2024, at the stunning Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center for the 2024 WBENC National Conference! WBENC, alongside their esteemed 2024 National Conference Co-Chairs is committed to amplifying voices, uncovering groundbreaking best practices, and staying at the forefront of industry trends. The WBENC National Conference is not just...
IL APEX Accelerator Government Contracting Summit
IL APEX Accelerator Government Contracting Summit
You're Invited to attend the Illinois Contracting Summit on March 19, 2024. This highly anticipated event will bring together local government procurement offices, established prime contractors, and small business owners to help you learn tips, contacts and information to help you succeed in government contracting. Register Here!
Lunch and Learn: Unlocking Success: The Five Keys to an Entrepreneur’s Empowerment
Lunch and Learn: Unlocking Success: The Five Keys to an Entrepreneur’s Empowerment
Join the Illinois SBDC at the WBDC as we embark on a transformative journey in this one-hour workshop as we delve into the essence of an entrepreneur's success and how it manifests uniquely for your business startup and growth. At the heart of this exploration lies the first key: believing in yourself. Boost your confidence...
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Is WBE Certification Right for You?
Is WBE Certification Right for You?
Come gain a better understanding if your business qualifies for the Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certification.
From Local to Global: Tapping into Government Resources for International Growth!
From Local to Global: Tapping into Government Resources for International Growth!
In today's global economy, expanding beyond borders is a strategic move that can unlock new opportunities for growth and success. From federal agencies to state-specific initiatives, there is a range of resources that can pave your way to export success. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part...
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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. The Illinois SBDC at WBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S....
How Businesses Obtain Credit
How Businesses Obtain Credit
Learn the value of creditworthiness and how to maintain a good business credit score. Discover the documents necessary to make a successful application for a business loan.
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WBE Spotlight Series Launch
We're excited to introduce our new WBE Spotlight Series! Twice a month, we'll shine a spotlight on women-owned businesses, celebrating their achievements and sharing their inspiring stories. Stay tuned for the launch!
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SBTRC “Intro to Bonding”
SBTRC “Intro to Bonding”
"Intro to Bonding" Zach Bradley, Bond Producer with Surety Support Services will present an "Intro to Bonding" for small and emerging contractors seeking to obtain surety credit and grow their business. This event is only for businesses located in Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, and Missouri Featured Speaker: Zach Bradley, Bond producer with Surety Support Services....
Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
Access to Capital Direct Lending Program Information Session
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...
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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. Education grants for Childcare Presented by Carly...
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Business Model Canvas Workshop
Business Model Canvas Workshop
Learn how to map out your business plan using this one-page tool. If you attended our Start-up workshops, this is your next step! Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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Central SBTRC Women In Transportation Initiative Event
Central SBTRC Women In Transportation Initiative Event
Students are invited to this free Small Business Transportation Resource Center's Women In Transportation Initiative Event! Listen to St. Louis Lambert International Aiport Director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge and Boeing Engineer and Councilwoman Sholanda Webb on their careers in transportation and the opportunities available. Missouri Department of Transportation, Bi-State Development, and St. Louis Lambert International Airport representatives...
Central SBTRC Ribbon Cutting
Central SBTRC Ribbon Cutting
Join us for this Ribbon Cutting event! Welcome the Central Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC) serving Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, and Missouri! Hear from Bradley Mims, Director of the US Department of Transporation's Office of Small & Disadvantaged Utilization (OSDBU) and Emilia DiMenco, President and CEO of the Women's Business Development Center. Free lunch...
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