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 PLEASE FILL OUT YOUR 2011 FIRST QUARTER ECONOMIC IMPACT SURVEY FORM
As you know, the WBDC is committed to providing you with services to assist you in building successful companies at no or very low cost. We are able to do this because our funders also want to see you succeed. Our goal is to provide the best consulting and training resources, and it is essential that we receive feedback from you throughout the year to accurately reach this goal.
Please click here to download your copy of the 2011 Economic Impact Survey Form.
Return your completed form via email to Kristin Travis with the words 'Economic Impact' in the subject line to: ktravis@wbdc.org or fax it to 312.853.0145.
Thank you and we encourage you to call us today to schedule an appointment. We can assist you in achieving your next business milestone! |
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Contracting Resources
Federal Contracts
If you are an Illinois company in search of assistance with government contracts, please click here and a PTAC representative will contact you shortly. For companies located outside of Illinois, please click here to find a local PTAC in your state.
Corporate Contracts
For information and assistance with corporate contracts, please contact Cynthia Johnson at: cjohnson@wbdc.org |
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Have the services of the Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) contributed to the success of your business? If so, we want to hear from you! For a chance to be featured in our Success Story column, please send your story (in 400 words or less) to Kristin Travis at: ktravis@wbdc.org with the words 'Success Story' in the subject line. You may also send any applicable pictures or logos. By submitting your story, the WBDC has the right to publish selected stories in each of its publications and on the WBDC website. |
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Grow Your Business with These Exciting Opportunities! |
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Click here to visit the Contract Opportunities page on our website to access current government contracting opportunities on the local, state and federal levels. |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Please click the links below for quick access to our features.
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NEWS
GOLDMAN SACHS 10,000 SMALL BUSINESSES
The Women's Business Development Center is a proud partner of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at City Colleges of Chicago. The program is designed to help local small business owners create jobs and economic opportunity by providing them with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services. To learn more about the program in the greater Chicago area, visit www.ccc.edu/10ksb. Applications are due October 26, 2011.
WOMENS'S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
2011 TECHNOLOGY MAKEOVER
The WBDC is excited to announce our 3rd Annual Small Business Technology Makeover Competition! Visit http://www.wbdctechnologymakeover.com where you can apply to win $100,000 in FREE technology products and business services to help your business grow. Applications are due December 9, 2011.
ILLINOIS DEPT. OF CENTRAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Learn about initiatives to promote equal economic opportunity and diversity inclusion through the statewide services and business opportunities with the Illinois Department of Central Management Services. At this event, you will meet and network with multiple state agency representatives as well as state and local business professionals. Please click here to learn more and register today.
CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY WORKSHOP SERIES
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) presents "How to Use BuySpeed" as part of their year-long workshop series. BuySpeed is a secured online database where vendors can register, update and maintain their current vendor information as well as review and download CHA's bid opportunities. Please click here to view the full workshop schedule and RSVP today.
WBDC e-MARKETING SERIES
Back by popular demand, the WBDC e-Marketing Series helps business owners to navigate the vast electronic marketing scene. This 6-course series is designed to provide building blocks for businesses that need to establish basic online presence and targeted assistance for more advanced entrepreneurs looking to grow in specific areas. Please click on the dates below for more details and to register today.
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SUCCESS STORIES: WORDS OF INSPIRATION FROM FELLOW WBEs
Mary Lawrence,
Richards Graphic Communications, Inc.
Changes in the printing industry allowed for the opportunity for the owner of Richards Graphic Communications, Mary Lawrence, to show her resiliency and willingness to respond to her customers' needs. This dynamic WBE shares her words of advice with our clients; please click here to learn more. |
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EVENTS
WBDC WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
All WBDC workshops will take place at our 8 S. Michigan Ave. Center, unless otherwise noted.
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FEATURED CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES
Please click the links below to access government procurement pages and contract opportunity documents grouped by industry. Note: additional documentation may be available on government procurement pages.
Construction, Transportation, Engineering and IDOT Letting Schedule
Services Including: Consultation, Marketing, Training, Etc.
Technology Related
Wholesale, Manufacturing and Supplies |
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