Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

🌟Ready to Launch Your Business in Illinois?🚀 Don't miss our upcoming "How to Start a Business in Illinois" webinar on August 28th, 2024! Presented by the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, this is your opportunity to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality in 2024. What you'll gain from this webinar: ✅Legal prerequisites for establishing a business in Illinois ✅Identifying funding opportunities ✅Creating a robust business plan ✅Effective marketing strategies to propel potential business growth 📌Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights and confidence to kickstart your business journey. Register now to secure your spot for this crucial event: https://lnkd.in/eth5mD9S You'll receive a confirmation email with all the details you need to join the webinar. ✨Take the first step towards entrepreneurial success with guidance from the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. Let us help you build a prosperous future!✨

🌟Elevate your Design Game with Our "Canva for Beginners: From Basic to Brilliant" Workshop!🎨 Join us on August 28th, 2024, for an interactive virtual workshop presented by the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. We're excited to welcome Brian Harder, a leading expert in graphic design, who will guide you through transforming your creative skills. 💡In this workshop, you will: ✅Master the fundamentals of Canva, a powerful, user-friendly design tool ✅Learn how to create eye-catching social media graphics, presentations, and marketing materials ✅Discover tips and tricks for designing with impact, even with no prior experience 📌Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical design skills that can boost your brand and business presence. Register now using the link below and take the first step towards mastering Canva: https://lnkd.in/gMc6JX8p Upon registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with all the details you need to join the workshop ✨See you there!✨ #ILSBDC #Chicago #ChicagolandChamber #Canva #DesignWorkshop #SmallBusiness #Entreprenership #GraphicDesign #VirtualEvent #CanvaTips

Happy Monday! 🌟 We are excited to share the launch of our new newsletter from the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. Our editions will be packed with information on new grants, resources, and tips to help you succeed. 💼📈 In our first edition, we highlight Chicago's new Community Development Grant (CDG) and how it can transform local neighborhoods and boost economic growth. 🌇 Check out our first edition below! #ILSBDC #CommunityDevelopment #SmallBusiness #EconomicGrowth #CDG #NewsletterLaunch #Chicago #BusinessGrowth #Grants

🌟Don't miss our upcoming "How to Start a Business in Illinois" webinar, on August 28th 2024, presented by the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. It's not too late to make 2024 a turning point for your entrepreneurial pursuits. Join us and gain invaluable knowledge from our industry experts. 💡Gain a deep understanding of the Illinois business landscape while exploring essential aspects like: ✅Legal prerequisites for establishing a business in Illinois ✅Identifying funding opportunities ✅Creating a robust business plan ✅Effective marketing strategies to propel potential business growth 📌Take advantage of the chance to gain valuable insights and confidence to shape your ideas into a thriving business. Register now for our can't-miss August event using the link below: https://lnkd.in/eth5mD9S When you register, you will receive a confirmation email with details about joining the meeting. ✨Take this definitive step towards your entrepreneurial dreams and master the ins and outs of starting a business in Illinois. Let the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce guide you toward a flourishing future.✨

📢 Attention Entrepreneurs and Innovators! 📢 The Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an informative session on the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program, presented by the Illinois Science and Technology Coalition 📆 Date: June 20th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM Presenters: Jacob Barry Innovation Program Manager | Illinois Science and Technology Coalition and Kate Calabra Interim CEO | Illinois Science and Technology Coalition 🎯 Are you a small business or startup working on innovative projects? This session is tailored for you! Learn about the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program, which provides funding opportunities to support your research and development efforts. 💡 During this interactive session, you'll gain valuable insights into: ✅ Program eligibility criteria ✅ Application process ✅ Potential funding opportunities ✅ Success stories and case studies Don't miss this chance to explore new avenues for funding your groundbreaking ideas and accelerating your business growth! 📋 Registration: https://lnkd.in/gkbkexat Space is limited, so secure your spot today! Share this with fellow entrepreneurs and innovators who could benefit from this informative session. #IllinoisInnovation #VoucherProgram #EntrepreneurSupport #StartupFunding #RnDFunding

There's never been a better time to celebrate the thriving community of 7 million businesses growing with TikTok! That's why we're partnering up with TikTok and inviting you to join us at TikTok Takeoff: Small Biz Summit. Taking place on June 11th, 2024, this all-day virtual event will bring together SMBs and industry experts for a day of education, inspiration, and networking. You can expect to hear how to maximize your TikTok return-on-investment (ROI), how to develop great creative, hear from real SMBs, unlock exclusive resources to help you thrive on TikTok, and more. Click the link below to register https://lnkd.in/e6p4Gabr

A heartfelt thank you to all who joined us for our remarkable Small Business Week event, graciously sponsored and hosted by Amazon. It was truly an honor to come together in celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and community. Special appreciation goes out to Sarah Glavin at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Kim Morreale McAuliffe of Morreale Communications for their invaluable partnership in making this event possible. Your dedication and support have been instrumental in creating an impactful experience for all involved. Huge gratitude to our esteemed panelists, John Trotta, CORNELIUS D. GRIGGS, and Donna Beasley, for sharing their expertise and insights. Your wisdom and time are deeply appreciated, and your contributions have undoubtedly enriched the dialogue surrounding small business success. A heartfelt thank you extends to our cherished Illinois SBDC clients and members of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce for gracing us with your presence. Your participation is a testament to the strength and vitality of our business community. A special acknowledgment to the Supplier Diversity Representatives for their attendance and commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within our business ecosystem. We are immensely proud of the impact this event has had, and we eagerly anticipate the many more events to come throughout the year. Together, we are shaping a future filled with growth, opportunity, and collaboration. Here’s to the continued success of small businesses everywhere! #SmallBusinessWeek #Amazon #Partnership #Entrepreneurship #Community #Gratitude Illinois SBDC Network Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) GMA Construction Group | Griggs Mitchell & Alma of IL, LLC WSP Cajun Cafe Glow Superfood

Calling all small business owners! Don't miss out on an incredible opportunity to network, learn, and grow your business at our upcoming event presented by the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, "Empowering Growth: Championing Small Businesses Through Business Diversity," hosted at Amazon . This event will emphasize intentional partnerships between large companies and small businesses, showcasing how these collaborations can lead to mutual growth and success. . 📅 Date: May 2nd 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Amazon, 227 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL ✨ Event Highlights: 🎤 Panel Discussion: Engage with industry experts as they share insights on fostering growth and diversity in small businesses. 🗣️ Panelists: Donna Beasley, IL APEX Accelerator Director and Director of Government Contracting Services, Women’s Business Development Center CORNELIUS D. GRIGGS, President of GMA Construction John Trotta, Sr. Vice President – National Director Client Services, WSP USA 🎙️ Moderator: Kim Morreale McAuliffe, Morreale Communications Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Register now at the link below! https://lnkd.in/gRVBF3TK Let's come together to empower and champion small businesses. See you there! #SmallBusinessWeek #EmpoweringGrowth #BusinessDiversity #ChicagoBusinesses #supplierdiversity #chicagobusiness #smallbusiness

📢 Join us this Wednesday at noon for an insightful webinar training presented by Noeli Serna of Serna Legal Services focusing on the pivotal Corporate Transparency Act. 📈 Gain crucial insights to empower your business and stay compliant. Don’t miss out—register now! https://lnkd.in/g83V2t4K #CorporateTransparency #WebinarTraining #StayCompliant 📅🕛 #ilsbdc #chicagolandchamber #smallbusiness #chicagobusiness Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

🌟 Exciting Announcement for Small Business Owners! 🌟 Join us for an empowering event during Small Business Week at the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce! 🚀 Event: "Empowering Growth: Championing Small Businesses through Business Diversity" 📅 Date: May 2nd, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4:00pm 📍 Location: Amazon- 227 W. Monroe,Chicago, IL, 60606 In today's dynamic business landscape, diversity isn't just a buzzword; it's a powerful driver of growth and innovation. At this event, we'll dive into the strategies and tools that small businesses need to champion diversity and fuel their growth journey. Here's what you can expect: ✅ Insightful panel discussions featuring industry experts ✅ Networking opportunities with fellow small business owners ✅ Actionable tips to implement diversity initiatives in your business ✅ Access to resources provided by the Illinois SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow your business. Register now at the link below and take a step towards empowering your business for success! Click here to register https://lnkd.in/gRVBF3TK Let's champion diversity and empower small businesses together! 💼🌟 #SmallBusinessWeek #BusinessDiversity #Empowerment #IllinoisSBDC #ChicagolandChamberOfCommerce