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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 SBDC at the Women’s Business Development Center.
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Smart Marketing Leveraging: AI for Small Business Marketing
Smart Marketing Leveraging: AI for Small Business Marketing
FOR ILLINOIS RESIDENTS ONLY. In this 1.5-hour workshop, small business owners will explore how to leverage AI—especially tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot—to boost marketing effectiveness and productivity. You’ll start by understanding what AI is (and what it isn’t) and how the platforms we hear about fit into the broader picture of artificial intelligence. The...
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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 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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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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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.
WBDC 40th Anniversary Celebration
WBDC 40th Anniversary Celebration
You're invited! For 40 years, the Women's Business Development Center has been the place where ideas became businesses, where founders became leaders, and where the Midwest's economy got stronger, one woman-owned business at a time. None of this would have been possible without you. That's why we want you to join us on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at...
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Building a Strong Financial Foundation for Childcare Business Growth
Building a Strong Financial Foundation for Childcare Business Growth
Ready to take your childcare business to the next level? Financial success starts with understanding the numbers behind your operations. This workshop will empower childcare providers with the knowledge and confidence needed to manage finances effectively, plan for growth, and increase long-term sustainability. Event Information Hybrid Event: In-Person: Chase Branch | 4730 W 79th Chicago IL 60652...
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Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2
Essentials of Leveraging Your WBE Certification – Session 2
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 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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Elevate | Otoño 2026
Elevate | Otoño 2026
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 para aprender: Expandir su negocio: Desarrollarán estrategias para aumentar la clientela y expandir sus operaciones. Marketing efectivo: Obtendrán conocimientos sobre las mejores...
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Road to Success in Polish | Kurs na sukces
Road to Success in Polish | Kurs na sukces
Kurs na sukces. Zacznij swój biznes już dziś! Pierwszy w historii WBDC kurs przedsiębiorczości prowadzony w całości po polsku. Bezpłatny kurs online dla wszystkich, którzy chcą założyć własny biznes albo dopiero zaczynają. Cztery wieczory, konkretne kroki, zero kosztów. Czwartki, 29.10, 5.11, 12.11, 19.11.2026, 18:00-20:00 Prowadzony przez dr Kingę Kosmalę, dyrektorkę ds. przedsiębiorczości. Road to Success...
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