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Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success
Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success
WBDC’s Road to Success four-week Bootcamp provides entrepreneurs with the essential tools to build and grow sustainable businesses. Our Road to Success Bootcamp is a prerequisite which lays the foundation for business setup and planning fundamentals. After completion of the bootcamp and all its assignments, graduates are invited to join our Road to Success Cohort,...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY February 3-24, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays 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 peek...
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Tu Declaración de Impuestos 2025: Qué Cambió, Qué Deducir y Qué Evitar
Tu Declaración de Impuestos 2025: Qué Cambió, Qué Deducir y Qué Evitar
Prepárate para la temporada de impuestos 2025 con confianza ¿Sabías que los cambios fiscales de este año pueden afectar directamente tu bolsillo y el de tu negocio? En nuestro webinar exclusivo descubrirás, de manera clara y sencilla: Qué cambió y qué sigue igual en la ley fiscal Qué gastos aún puedes deducir y cuáles ya...
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 1
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 1
This interactive 2-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, WBENCLink2.0. and how to effectively market your business using the tool of certification.
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Innovation in Healthcare Workshop
Innovation in Healthcare Workshop
Do you have an innovative product or service in the healthcare industry? The WBDC is partnering with Allina Health to spark new ideas at their state of the art, hands-on training space designed to foster innovation, elevate learning, and improve patient outcomes. Register to attend this in person, no cost workshop today What to Expect...
Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success
Emerging & Pre-Venture Bootcamp | Road to Success
WBDC’s Road to Success four-week Bootcamp provides entrepreneurs with the essential tools to build and grow sustainable businesses. Our Road to Success Bootcamp is a prerequisite which lays the foundation for business setup and planning fundamentals. After completion of the bootcamp and all its assignments, graduates are invited to join our Road to Success Cohort,...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY February 3-24, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays 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 peek...
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Plan for Profit
Plan for Profit
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to shape the future of your Illinois business? We’re thrilled to introduce our innovative Plan For Profit program, now at no cost, designed for passionate entrepreneurs like you who are eager to start or expand their business ventures. The Illinois SBDC and the Women Business center...
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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1001 Procurement Opportunities in Illinois
1001 Procurement Opportunities in Illinois
What Does “1001 Opportunities” Mean? Across Illinois, there are thousands of procurement opportunities available at the state, county, and city levels. These include: Construction & Trades: Road repairs, building maintenance, and infrastructure projects. Professional Services: Marketing, training, legal, and consulting services. Technology & IT: Software development, cybersecurity, and hardware supply. Goods & Supplies: Office furniture,...
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2 Capability Statement Workshop
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2 Capability Statement Workshop
This interactive 2-part series is designed for WBEs who want to make sure they are using their WBENC WBE Certification to the fullest. Session 2 will focus on your Capability Statement - a one page profile of your firm’s unique value proposition, showcasing your competencies, achievements, and differentiators.
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Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY February 3-24, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays 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 peek...
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Demystifying AI: Choose the Right Tool To Get the Right Results
Demystifying AI: Choose the Right Tool To Get the Right Results
AI isn't magic—it's the AI Sauce. Most companies are pouring on too much ’sauce' when just a little enhances the experience. Learn which AI tools solve which problems, how to spot the ones worth your money, and how to avoid expensive mistakes. Skip the hype. Get results. You've tried the AI tools. Maybe you're even...
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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 45-minute webinar. Please note that this program is aimed at companies who are WBE certified, not those thinking about getting certified.
Plan for Profit
Plan for Profit
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to shape the future of your Illinois business? We’re thrilled to introduce our innovative Plan For Profit program, now at no cost, designed for passionate entrepreneurs like you who are eager to start or expand their business ventures. The Illinois SBDC and the Women Business center...
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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How to Write a Business Plan
How to Write a Business Plan
FOR ILLINOIS RESIDENTS ONLY. “How to Write a Business Plan,” a virtual workshop designed specifically for pre-venture entrepreneurs. In this workshop, current and future entrepreneurs learn how to turn your business ideas into a structured business plan that sets your venture up for success. Whether you are new to entrepreneurship or refining your concept, this...
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp
ELEVATE YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING JOURNEY February 3-24, 2026 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Join the Government Contracting Beginner’s Bootcamp hosted by the Illinois Apex Accelerator at WBDC Tuesdays 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 peek...
Direct Lending Program Information Session
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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Smart Capital, Strong Business: How Equipment Financing Fuels Growth
Smart Capital, Strong Business: How Equipment Financing Fuels Growth
Terri McNally, President & CEO of Global Capital Ltd., leads this session on how small businesses can access capital through equipment financing to grow without draining cash. Learn how lenders evaluate risk, common mistakes business owners make, and how the right financing structure can preserve working capital, improve cash flow, and support long-term growth. Attendees...
RiseUp Invierno 2026
RiseUp Invierno 2026
Crea tu futuro y el de las siguientes generaciones El WBDC se enorgullece de presentar RiseUp, un taller diseñado exclusivamente para proveedoras de cuidado infantil. Este programa dinámico ofrece capacitación integral sobre temas de negocio clave, asesoramiento personalizado, además los graduados recibirán 12 créditos de desarrollo profesional (Gateways). RiseUp está diseñado para empoderar a proveedoras...
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