Presenter: Madeleine Wolske – Director, Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC

Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This webinar helps aspiring entrepreneurs understand the opportunities and requirements for starting their business. You’ll be taken step-by-step through a variety of topics and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Topics covered:

• Introduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC
• Feasibility Checklist
• Creating a Lean Business Plan
• Identifying Your Customers
• Sources of Funding, including Financing and Grant Options
• Business Formation and Registration

Dates / Times:

• Friday, March 31, 2023: 10 AM – 12 PM
  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iM583fU5QRWE8S4uJmb0HA
• Monday, April 10, 2023: 1 – 3 PM
  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZS4vo4DqTjePWl5rtp4T1g
• Thursday, April 27, 2023: 10 AM – 12 PM
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• Tuesday, May 2, 2023: 1 – 3 PM *Celebrating National Small Business Week
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• Wednesday, May 24, 2023: 10 AM – 12 PM
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• Thursday, June 8, 2023: 1 – 3 PM
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• Monday, June 26, 2023: 10 AM – 12 PM
  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9EWl0HDiRbO0DXi5ODseJQ

*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

PLEASE NOTE: this webinar will be recorded and may be shared publicly. By registering for this webinar, you understand that your questions or comments shared during the webinar will be recorded and shared in a public domain.