{"id":37173,"date":"2026-08-26T17:57:36","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T22:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wbdc.org\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=37173"},"modified":"2026-08-26T17:57:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T22:57:36","slug":"plan-for-profit-fall-2026-bootcamp-application-deadline","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/www.wbdc.org\/en\/event\/plan-for-profit-fall-2026-bootcamp-application-deadline\/","title":{"rendered":"Plan for Profit Fall 2026 | Bootcamp Application Deadline"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to shape the future of your business?<\/h3>\n

We\u2019re excited to roll out our next session of\u00a0Plan for Profit,<\/b>\u00a0designed for passionate Illinois entrepreneurs like you who are eager to start or expand their business ventures. The\u00a0Illinois SBDC<\/strong>\u00a0at the\u00a0Women\u2019s Business Development Center (WBDC)<\/strong>\u00a0provides a comprehensive training program for entrepreneurs learning to work on their business, whether they are start-up or emerging businesses.<\/p>\n

Program Benefits<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Conduct market research to identify target customers<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Strengthen marketing strategies and brand<\/li>\n
  • Receive financial advising and loan assistance<\/li>\n
  • Get one-on-one mentoring<\/li>\n
  • Access online or in-person training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Six Weeks to Success<\/h2>\n

    Over the course of six weeks, you will:<\/p>\n

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    • Create a business model canvas, including target market and value propositions<\/li>\n
    • Test your business idea in the marketplace<\/li>\n
    • Focus on key areas of your business<\/li>\n
    • Pitch to an expert panel and get feedback<\/li>\n
    • Have a one-on-one advising session<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Upon completion, you’ll receive a program certificate to showcase your new business acumen.<\/p>\n

      Program Prerequisites<\/h2>\n
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      • Attend the 2-session virtual boot camp<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Commit to one business idea for development<\/li>\n
      • Assess your business concept and readiness with our Director<\/li>\n
      • Bring a laptop or tablet to sessions<\/li>\n
      • Complete a program application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Plan For Profit Boot Camp: Your First Step!<\/h2>\n

        Take the first step in this exciting journey by registering for our Plan For Profit Boot Camp sessions. Participants who complete the Boot Camp\u00a0and homework assignments<\/i> will be invited into the full Plan for Profit program, running weekly for six weeks on Thursdays.<\/p>\n

        Details<\/h2>\n

        Where?<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Via Zoom<\/p>\n

        Who?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

        This program is available to Illinois residents only.<\/p>\n

        Prerequisite Bootcamp Dates:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 9:00\u201311:00 a.m. (virtual)<\/li>\n
        • Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 9:00\u201311:00 a.m. (virtual)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Plan For Profit Sessions:<\/strong><\/p>\n

          Thursdays from October 1\u2013November 12, 2026 | 9:00\u201311:00 a.m. (virtual).<\/p>\n

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          Presented by the Illinois SBDC at the Women\u2019s Business Development Center.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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