WBDC Calendar of Events
December 2012
Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) Chicago Events
Below is the schedule of in person trainings offered by WBDC.  To see a complete list of courses, including webinars, please click here.
December 5 and January 7
Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: An Introduction to WBDC Services

Wine and Cheese Whether you're thinking about starting your own business or growing the business you already have, this session will help you clarify your needs and learn more about WBDC resources.

December 5th Register
January 7th Register 
 December 6
Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) 5% Rule - How to Navigate and Secure Federal Contracts

Presented by Michelle Kantor, this workshop you will give you insight on how to search for opportunities, identify decision makers and increase your chances of getting contracts.  If obtaining government contracts is part of your strategic plan, this is an important workshop that you don't want to miss!


December 12 and January 14
Starting a Business in Illinois

Starting your own business can seem overwhelming, but this workshop will help you decide if business ownership is right for you.  Learn how to assess yourself personally and in relationship to starting a business, identify business opportunities and prepare yourself financially.


January 10
FastTrac Planning: Maximizing the Potential for Your Business

 Entrepreneurship Training to Unleash the Potential of Your Business. A program created by entrepreneurs, taught by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Whether starting your business or exploring expansion, FastTrac Planning will take you where you want to go. You will leave this 12 week program with a vision for success and an in-depth action-oriented business plan to use for raising capital and to steer business growth.  
To learn more, please call Meg Herman at 312.853.3477 x 130.
From all of us at the  
Women's Business Development Center
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! 
Featured Event

Rush University Medical Center

B2B Vendor Fair

December 4, 2012

8:00 - 11:00 AM

Attend this vendor fair to meet decision makers for healthcare related products and services!

 

Register Now!

 

NEW!  WBDC Micro Finance Program

Open to Chicago residents in any stage of business development.

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Are you looking for a strategic business adviser to help position your business for success in 2013?  Schedule a free one-on-one appointment with a WBDC business counselor - call 312.853.3477 x 0 today!