WBDC Calendar of Events
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September 2012
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September 4
Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: An Introduction to WBDC Services

Learn more about WBDC resources and network with other prospective and established business owners. Wine and cheese will be served.sept4

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September 5
Starting a Business in Illinois

Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? Put yourself ahead of the curve and gain the knowledge you need to assist with a successful launch. sept5

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Webinar| Mentees: Mastering a Mentoring Relationship for Business Growth

Want to ramp up your learning curve for your business? Multiple studies show that entrepreneurs speed up their growth when they effectively work with a mentor.sept7

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Webinar | Mentors: Master Your Role to Foster New Growth

Are you a successful entrepreneur who wants to give back to emerging businesses?  The WBDC can help you add value to your mentoring. sept11

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September 13
Online Group Business Counseling | Strategically Marketing Your Business to Corporate & Government Buyers

Marketing your business to government agencies and large corporations can be a frustrating and overwhelming endeavor.  This webinar will help you develop the skills to survive - and thrive - in the government and corporate marketplaces.sept13

September 20
26th Annual Entrepreneurial Woman's Conference, Women's Business & Buyers Mart

Women business owners can find solutions to the current problems and the opportunity to increase the profitability of their businesses by building relationships with corporate and government buyers, business experts, and other women business owners.  

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September 25
Take the Mystery out of Finance

Do you need financing to start or grow your business? Learn what financing options are available to you and how to position your business to attract the capital you need.   sep25

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September 25
Developing Your Child Care Business

This comprehensive series of 10 workshops will lead child care entrepreneurs through a step-by-step process to develop a business and marketing plan, policies and procedures for their child care business, a parent handbook and a sound understanding of business financials.  sept25

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September 26
Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: An Introduction to WBDC Services

Learn more about WBDC resources and network with other prospective and established business owners. Wine and cheese will be served. sept26

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September 27
Online Group Business Counseling | Strategies for Writing Winning Proposals

This workshop is for businesses that want to learn how to differentiate themselves from the competition when responding to a government or corporate Request for Proposal (RFP).  We will discuss the top do's and don'ts in responding to an RFP and tips to help you to develop dynamic proposals.  sept27

 

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September 27
Starting a Business in Illinois

Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? Put yourself ahead of the curve and gain the knowledge you need to assist with a successful launch. sept272

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ps5September 5
NAWBO Breakfast Coffee
Experience firsthand (or rediscover the new NAWBO if you've been away!) why NAWBO membership is for you! (Additional dates available)
ps6September 6
We Energies Supplier Diversity Symposium
An event designed to enhance awareness and increase procurement and business opportunities for M/WBEs.

ps11September 11
Women in the Boardroom Presents "Increase Your Knowledge about Corporate Boards"
Learn what every director should know about their directors and officers liabilities.
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ps13September 13
Direct Line: Mexico: Your Trading Partner Across the Border
A webinar focusing on the economic relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
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September 13
Small Business Summit
You'll learn business-building strategies, tips and techniques from your community leaders, all geared toward increasing your productivity and business success.
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ps21September 21
Ann Taylor Breakfast
A NAWBO networking event for prospective and current members
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ps25September 25
Small Business Tech Tour
Attend a day of discovering how technology can help your small business.  Go for free by registering here with the complimentary code "wbdc100".

October 5
Allstate Supplier Diversity Exchange
Provides an opportunity for businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans and members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender community to build relationships with Allstate and Allstate's prime suppliers.
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