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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY September 2 - 23, 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....
How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality
How to Start your Childcare Business: From Vision to Reality
Are you ready to turn your passion for caring for children into a thriving business? Whether you're planning to open a home daycare or launch a childcare center, this one-hour webinar will guide you through the essential steps to get started with confidence. Session Overview Led by industry experts, this session will cover: Licensing and...
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E-Commerce Cohort | Application Deadline
Expand Your Business Potential with E-Commerce Know-How In today’s business environment, it is necessary to have a good digital strategy and the necessary online skills to grow your business. Whether you are a business owner or a startup, participate in this virtual workshop to increase your knowledge of e-commerce strategies to help you grow by...
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Get Funded and Grow – WBENC LIFT in the Community
Get Funded and Grow – WBENC LIFT in the Community
Hear success stories from women-owned businesses and discover how to access funding. Connect with leading capital providers and expand your network. This is an invaluable experience to meet with business leaders in-person to gain new insights on how to navigate the next steps in your capital journey. Plus, don’t miss the chance to shop local...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY September 2 - 23, 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....
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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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WBDC’s Inaugural Quarterly Networking Event
WBDC’s Inaugural Quarterly Networking Event
Are you a WBDC alum? We’d love to have you join us on Thursday, September 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at New World Van Lines (5875 N. Rogers Avenue, Chicago). This won’t be just another networking mixer, it’s an evening where you can not only reconnect with fellow alumni but also engage with WBDC...
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FedCon Cohort | Application Deadline
Unlock Federal Contracts: Grow Your Manufacturing Business with the U.S. Government Why Now? The U.S. government is doubling down on reshoring manufacturing—and they need American-made products more than ever. From essential components to mission-critical supplies, federal agencies are actively seeking reliable U.S. manufacturers to fulfill their procurement needs. This is your moment to step into...
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Road to Success 2.0 | Pre-Venture and Emerging Cohort | Registration Deadline
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 September 2 - 23, 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....
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY September 2 - 23, 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....
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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Are you ready to open a childcare center?
Are you ready to open a childcare center?
The process of starting, licensing, and operating a childcare center is difficult. Join us on September 25th to learn more about the licensing standards and expectations to own and operate a high-quality center. Expert Kim Stewart will share the skills and values needed to become successful professionals operating licensed facilities. Funded (in part) through a...
Rooted in Community: Why Engagement Matters for Cook County Cannabis Companies
Rooted in Community: Why Engagement Matters for Cook County Cannabis Companies
Community engagement is vital to trust and growth in the Cook County cannabis market. Join us to learn practical strategies for authentic connections, social equity support and aligning impact with compliance.
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Reclaiming your Power: Healing, Resilience & Clarity
Reclaiming your Power: Healing, Resilience & Clarity
This empowering and experiential workshop by therapist Lisa Whittingham blends therapeutic insight, mindfulness practices, and creative tools to help entrepreneurs reconnect with their strength, manage stress, and gain clarity in their business and personal lives. Through a unique mix of guided reflection, sound healing, and group dialogue, participants will leave feeling grounded, clear, and reconnected...
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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. Presented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Women’s Business Development Center.
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Central IL Manufacturing Collaboration
Central IL Manufacturing Collaboration
Join us at the Central IL Manufacturing Collaboration, hosted at Distillery Labs in Peoria, IL This interactive session brings together small and medium-sized manufacturers (less than 5,000 employees), business leaders, and stakeholders to discuss opportunities, challenges, and strategies shaping the future of manufacturing. Through roundtable conversations and group discussions, attendees will share insights, exchange ideas,...
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Elevate Fall 2025 | Application Deadline
Our Childcare Business Program is designed to empower established childcare entrepreneurs—both home-based and center-based—with the tools and knowledge to strengthen and grow their businesses. Through the Elevate Cohort, participants will follow a structured process to: Develop a clear growth strategy Create an effective marketing plan Implement operational best practices Apply sound financial management techniques tailored...
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