National Small Business Week

For more than 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. Join us to celebrate this year from April 28 - May 4.

Webinar: Small Business Marketing Essentials

Webinar

Celebrating National Small Business Week April 28 - May 4, 2024 Presented by Scott Clanin, Owner & President - Clanin Marketing Starting a small business? Learn the fundamental marketing essentials that will set you on the path to success! Our workshop guides you through strategic planning, branding, and the key elements every small business should […]

SBDC Workshop: Starting Your Business in Illinois

Illinois Small Business Development Center 1817 S. Neil Street, Suite 100, Champaign, IL, United States

Celebrating National Small Business Week April 28 – May 4, 2024 Presented by Madeleine Wolske – Director, Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This workshop helps aspiring entrepreneurs understand the opportunities and requirements for starting their business. You’ll be taken step-by-step through a variety of […]

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Illinois APEX Accelerator Services at Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC

The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC is pleased to partner with Illinois APEX Accelerator at Bradley University to offer Illinois APEX Accelerator services in our region. The Illinois APEX Accelerator at Bradley University is part of a nationwide network of community-based procurement professionals providing government contracting assistance. Illinois APEX Accelerators helps […]

SBDC Workshop: Writing a Business Plan at Champaign Public Library

Champaign Public Library 200 W. Green Street, Champaign, IL, United States

Presented by Madeleine Wolske, Director – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Why do you need a business plan? It’s your playbook! In this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of business planning. Developing your business plan should be a process, not just a task, evolving with your business. Topics covered will […]

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Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Office Hours at Champaign Public Library

Champaign Public Library 200 W. Green Street, Champaign, IL, United States

SBDC Director, Madeleine Wolske, will hold open office hours at Launch (at Champaign Public Library) on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12 – 3 PM. January – March 2024 dates: January 11 February 8 March 14 April 11 May 9 June 13 SBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confidential. […]

Webinar: The Art of Visual Storytelling

Webinar

Presented by Scott Clanin, Owner & President of Clanin Marketing Your brand has a story to tell. Your team, products, services, mission statement, work style, and community involvement – all these aspects have a story to share with your audience and set you apart from other businesses. In this webinar, we’ll discuss tips and best […]

SBDC Webinar: Writing a Business Plan

Webinar

Presented by Madeleine Wolske, Director – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Why do you need a business plan? It’s your playbook! In this webinar, we will discuss the fundamentals of business planning. Developing your business plan should be a process, not just a task, evolving with your business. Topics covered will […]

SBDC Workshop: Starting Your Business in Illinois

Illinois Small Business Development Center 1817 S. Neil Street, Suite 100, Champaign, IL, United States

Presented by Madeleine Wolske – Director, Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This workshop 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 can ask questions. Topics covered: Introduction to the Illinois […]

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Webinar: Navigating Google’s Latest Updates for Business Growth

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Presented by Scott Clanin, Owner & President of Clanin Marketing Get ahead of the curve with our Google Updates webinar covering the latest updates to key Google products, including Google Business Profile, Google Search ads, and more. Discover how these new tools can revolutionize your online presence and drive business growth. Join us to stay […]

SBDC Webinar: Web Accessibility 202: A Hands-on Guide

Webinar

Presented by Landi Najarro, Lead Web Developer at Pixo When your website adheres to accessibility standards for people with disabilities, it makes the user experience better for all. This webinar is for anyone who has a basic understanding of web accessibility and wants to take it to the next level. Join us to learn practical […]