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Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY October 1-22, 2024 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. Here's a...
Lunch and Learn: Building Your Business, Sustaining Your Well-Being
Lunch and Learn: Building Your Business, Sustaining Your Well-Being
Unlock the secret to sustainable success in just 45 minutes! Our seminar is tailor-made for driven entrepreneurs like you who want to scale their business without sacrificing their well-being. Why attend? Discover the missing link between self-care and skyrocketing business growth Learn game-changing techniques to boost your productivity and emotional resilience Network with like-minded entrepreneurs...
Starting your Business in IL
Starting your Business in IL
Are you eager to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you already have a business idea and need guidance on the next steps. Join us for Starting Your Business in IL, designed for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights.
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The Kiva Hour
The Kiva Hour
What is Kiva? Is Kiva a capital option for me and my business? 0% interest and up to $15,000, Is it true? If you need answers to any of these questions this webinar is for you! We will discuss Kiva, how it works, application process, eligibility and much more! Join us every month on the...
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Application Deadline | ScaleHigher Fall 2024
Working IN your business…leaving no time to work ON your business? Tuesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm | October 8 – December 17, 2024 A 10-week online class for established business owners, where you can learn and grow in a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. ScaleHigher brings together traditional business education, leadership training, and digital skills knowledge into one cohort. Business...
APPLICATION DEADLINE | ScaleUp Fall 2024
A 9-week online class for emerging business owners in Aurora to learn and grow in a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. Our award-winning ScaleUp program assists established businesses ready to scale their business to new markets and new revenue. The ScaleUp team equips entrepreneurs with the business acumen, resources, and tools necessary to maintain a profitable business with...
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY October 1-22, 2024 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. Here's a...
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Elevate! Cohort 2024
Elevate! Cohort 2024
Our Childcare Business Program is designed to provide business insight to established childcare entrepreneurs for home and center-based businesses. Elevate program participants will follow a process to grow their business, develop a marketing strategy, learn operational best practices, and sound methods for managing their childcare business financials. During this cohort you will learn how to...
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The Inside View on Grants
The Inside View on Grants
LaToya Ratlieff, who leads grants programs for Hello Alice, will present the inside perspective on grants: what makes a successful grant application, chances of grant awards, how to look for grant opportunities. Part of the WBDC x The Source Business Webinar Series
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY October 1-22, 2024 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. Here's a...
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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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Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Road to Success
Thank you for your interest! Due to overwhelming response, all spots in our current cohort have been filled, and registrations are temporarily paused. Please stay tuned for: Potential additional spots in this cohort Our second cohort offering in mid-January We appreciate your enthusiasm and look forward to welcoming you soon! Are you ready to...
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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...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Boot Camp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY October 1-22, 2024 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 11:00 am; for four dynamic sessions, each packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you navigate the world of government contracting with confidence. Here's a...
Digital Mastery | Through the Hacker’s Lens: Unveiling the Secrets of Cybersecurity
Digital Mastery | Through the Hacker’s Lens: Unveiling the Secrets of Cybersecurity
Join us for a dynamic digital workshop series designed to empower small business owners with the latest tools and strategies. From understanding cybersecurity to mastering AI for content creation, each session will provide actionable insights to help you optimize your digital presence, enhance security, and drive business growth. Reserve your spot today and elevate your...
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Capital Readiness 101: Preparing Your Business to Acquire External Capital
Capital Readiness 101: Preparing Your Business to Acquire External Capital
Is your business positioned to weather financial challenges, adapt to changing market conditions and take advantage of expansion opportunities? External capital may be a necessary tool. But what should every business owner know about preparing for accessing capital? This session is a must for any business owner hoping to acquire external capital such as grants,...
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.
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. Presented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center. The Illinois...
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Let’s Chat Live! | Set for Success: Small Business Saturday
Let’s Chat Live! | Set for Success: Small Business Saturday
A great opportunity awaits small businesses, so let’s get ready! Small Business Saturday, on November 30, shines a light on businesses that are prepared for success. Our session will present community resources, marketing ideas and financial advice to succeed this business holiday. This is our first Let’s Chat in Aurora and we are looking forward...
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IRS Small Business Tax Workshop: Federal Taxes & Your New Business
IRS Small Business Tax Workshop: Federal Taxes & Your New Business
Join us for this valuable online session, part of an 8-unit series offered by the IRS and the WBDC. Attendance at all sessions is not necessary; please register and attend any you of them that would be helpful. Topics for this session include Employer Identification Numbers, Bookkeeping Systems, Accounting Methods, Types of Business Structures, and...
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IRS Small Business Tax Workshop: Schedule C and Other Small Business Taxes
IRS Small Business Tax Workshop: Schedule C and Other Small Business Taxes
Join us for this valuable online session, part of an 8-unit series offered by the IRS and the WBDC. Attendance at all sessions is not necessary; please register and attend any you of them that would be helpful. Separate registration for each session is required. This session includes Qualified Business Income (Section 199A) Deduction, Completing...
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