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Road to Success | Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Registration Deadline
Are you ready to transform your business idea into reality? This three-session cohort aims to bridge the gap in our entrepreneurial education offerings, guiding pre-venture and emerging businesses towards success. The cohort will introduce fundamental business concepts and guide future and current entrepreneurs through the initial stages of setting up a business. This includes fulfilling...
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Small Business Seeds for Growth
Small Business Seeds for Growth
Congratulations on your dedication to entrepreneurship. The Women’s Business Development Center team is proud of you! That’s why we'd like to welcome you to attend our Seeds for Growth Event on May 6th. This is a complimentary invitation-only event for select WBDC clients. Small Business Seeds for Growth Tuesday, May 6th | 9:00 AM –...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY May 6-27, 2025 | 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. Please note that this program is aimed at companies who are WBE certified, not those thinking about getting certified.
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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 May 6-27, 2025 | 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...
Stronger Together – WBDC Networking Happy Hour
Stronger Together – WBDC Networking Happy Hour
Minneapolis Event We are stronger together when we support one another. Join WBEs (women business enterprises), corporate and community partners to discover new resources, networks and expertise to remain competitive. While the landscape may shift, one thing is certain: our grit and determination will continue to be the foundation of a prosperous economy. What to...
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Data to Revenue Cohort | Application Deadline
Data to Revenue is an eight-week financial cohort designed to help you use your financials to make data-driven decisions to drive growth. This cohort uses financial and digital tools to assist in the data decisions and provides opportunities to work with your own numbers. The program explores expense tracking, break-even analysis, pricing strategies, and budgeting,...
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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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY May 6-27, 2025 | 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...
2025 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections
2025 WBDC Virtual Corporate Connections
A virtual engagement designed to hear from our Corporate Partners on how to do business within their organizations. Procurement and supplier engagement sourcing professionals will highlight their category needs for the next 12 – 18 months as well as provide insights into their sourcing strategies. Program Format The Virtual Corporate Connections begins with a welcome...
Entiende tus finanzas y planea para crecer tu negocio de Cuidado Infantil
Entiende tus finanzas y planea para crecer tu negocio de Cuidado Infantil
En este Taller aprenderás a preparar e interpretar los estados financieros, como hacer un presupuesto y cómo establecer indicadores clave de desempeño para una mejor toma de decisiones. Aprenderás a calcular el punto de equilibrio y definir una estrategia de precios que te ayudará a ser más rentable. Fechas: Mayo 20 y 22 Hora: 6-8...
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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.
Women Who Mean Business Networking Luncheon
Women Who Mean Business Networking Luncheon
Join other Peoria-area business decision makers for a dynamic networking session and lunch, and to learn about resources for your business. $30 per person, including parking (with validation). Please RSVP by May 7.
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Entiende tus finanzas y planea para crecer tu negocio de Cuidado Infantil
Entiende tus finanzas y planea para crecer tu negocio de Cuidado Infantil
En este Taller aprenderás a preparar e interpretar los estados financieros, como hacer un presupuesto y cómo establecer indicadores clave de desempeño para una mejor toma de decisiones. Aprenderás a calcular el punto de equilibrio y definir una estrategia de precios que te ayudará a ser más rentable. Fechas: Mayo 20 y 22 Hora: 6-8...
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY May 6-27, 2025 | 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...
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.
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Beyond the Inbox: Get Ready to Communicate, Convert & Scale
Beyond the Inbox: Get Ready to Communicate, Convert & Scale
Ron Martinez, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Chatavise, teaches how to build a resilient, omnichannel approach that isn’t tied to one platform, but powered by intention, connection, and conversion. This webinar will explore how smart digital strategies can enhance follow-up, reputation, engagement, and prospecting. If you've been wondering how to turn conversations into conversions...
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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Citi Celebrates Jeffery Manor Branch Opening
Citi Celebrates Jeffery Manor Branch Opening
JOIN CITI , WBDC, AND FAR SOUTH CDC FOR A MEMORABLE AFTERNOON! Small business owners and residents of Jeffery Manor are invited to the opening of Citi. Stop in and visit the pop-up market featuring local handmade jewelry, candles, and other crafts. Expand your business acumen by joining no-cost classes and workshops featuring Women’s Business...
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