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Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Road to Success 2.0
Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Road to Success 2.0
Ready to Take Your Business Vision to the Next Level? Road to Success 2.0 Awaits Road to Success 2.0 is a three-session cohort, for which the Road to Success cohort is a prerequisite. Road to Success 2.0 guides pre-venture and emerging businesses towards success by going more in depth into areas crucial for business growth....
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY April 1-22, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 10:00 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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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 1
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 1
This interactive 3-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 1 is Navigating Corporate Procurement Programs and WBENCLink2.0.
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Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Road to Success 2.0
Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Road to Success 2.0
Ready to Take Your Business Vision to the Next Level? Road to Success 2.0 Awaits Road to Success 2.0 is a three-session cohort, for which the Road to Success cohort is a prerequisite. Road to Success 2.0 guides pre-venture and emerging businesses towards success by going more in depth into areas crucial for business growth....
2025 Solopreneur’s Mastermind Series
2025 Solopreneur’s Mastermind Series
Thank you for your interest! Due to overwhelming response, all spots in the first half of our series have been filled, and registrations are temporarily paused. We appreciate your enthusiasm! Join our dynamic Solopreneur’s Mastermind Series, a supportive community designed for solo business owners looking to scale their ventures. This cohort offers a collaborative...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY April 1-22, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 10:00 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 | Primavera 2025
Elevate | Primavera 2025
Nuestro Programa de Desarrollo Empresarial para Cuidado Infantil está diseñado específicamente para brindar apoyo a dueños de negocios de cuidado infantil, tanto en hogares como en centros. Los participantes del programa Elevate seguirán un proceso estructurado para expandir sus negocios. A lo largo del programa, aprenderán a: Crecer su negocio: Desarrollarán estrategias para aumentar la clientela y expandir sus operaciones....
The Kiva Hour
The Kiva Hour
Is Kiva a capital option for me and my business? Discover how you can leverage Kiva to fuel your dreams, whether you’re starting a business or growing your business. We’ll walk through the eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the various ways you can utilize Kiva. Plus, get inspired by success stories from those who’ve transformed...
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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. Please note that this program is aimed at companies who are WBE certified, not those thinking about getting certified.
Business Model Canvas
Business Model Canvas
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!
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Application Deadline | 2025 TOP SHELF RETAIL: HIGH VOLUME GROWTH INSIGHTS
Application Deadline | 2025 TOP SHELF RETAIL: HIGH VOLUME GROWTH INSIGHTS
Top Shelf Retail: High Volume Retail Growth Insights is an eight-week, curriculum-based virtual cohort program designed to help established retail businesses access procurement opportunities in the mass retail market. Participants will learn how to build effect pricing, branding, and marketing strategies, work with category managers and will have the opportunity to pitch their products to...
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2
This interactive 3-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 2 is How to Develop an Impactful Capability Statement. The one-page capability statement is a critical tool in articulating your value to potential customers.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY April 1-22, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 10:00 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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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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Impact and Revenue: the Power of Networking and Personal Branding
Impact and Revenue: the Power of Networking and Personal Branding
Are you ready to elevate your networking game in today's fiercely competitive business market? Do you want to learn how to build and sustain powerful connections, unlocking the secrets to becoming a Networking Superstar? Join us for an insightful webinar where you'll learn how to leverage relationships to increase your clientele and drive revenue growth....
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 3
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 3
This interactive 3-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 3 is how to effectively market your business using the tool of certification.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY April 1-22, 2025 | 10:00am – 11:00am Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC every Tuesday at 10:00 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...
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...
Smart Marketing: Leveraging AI for Entrepreneurial Success
Smart Marketing: Leveraging AI for Entrepreneurial Success
Discover the power of AI in developing varied content designed for a range of platforms including social media, email marketing, blogging, your website, and more. Learn how to use AI to streamline content creation, aiding you in delivering a consistent and engaging brand narrative across different channels.
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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.
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Estate Planning Protection: Leave Nothing to Chance
Estate Planning Protection: Leave Nothing to Chance
Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy; it's for anyone who wants to protect their loved ones and ensure their wishes are honored. Grab this chance to hear Irene Schild Caminer, of Caminer Law, LLC, present the essential elements of estate planning, debunk common misconceptions, and show why a plan provides security, clarity, and peace...
WBE Certification: Know Before You Apply
WBE Certification: Know Before You Apply
This one-hour workshop is for those who are interested in learning more about WBENC’s Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certification. Topics will range from types of certification to documents required for the WBE application.
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