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SUMMARY:SBDC Workshop: Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating National Small Business Week – May 4-10\, 2025 \nPresented by Madeleine Wolske\, Director – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC \nThinking 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. \nTopics covered: \n\nIntroduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\nFeasibility Checklist\nCreating a Lean Business Plan\nIdentifying Your Customers\nSources of Funding\, including Financing and Grant Options\nBusiness Formation and Registration\n\nDate: Monday\, May 5\, 2025\nTime: 2-4 PM \nLocation: Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL 61820 \nRegistration: No cost to attend\, registration required to secure a spot. Materials will be provided. RSVP below.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-14/
LOCATION:Illinois Small Business Development Center\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Small Business Week,Starting a Business in Illinois
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Mastering Social Media Giveaways
DESCRIPTION:This webinar qualifies for reimbursement as part of the City of Champaign New Business Grant Program. If you are an awardee of the program and attend this session\, you will receive a certificate to include in your reimbursement forms to the City. \nCelebrating National Small Business Week – May 4-10\, 2025 \nPresented by Scott Clanin – Director\, Clanin Creative \nGiveaways can be a powerful way to grow your audience\, boost engagement\, and increase brand awareness\, but only if they’re done right. In this workshop\, we’ll break down best practices for running social media contests\, common mistakes to avoid\, and creative giveaway ideas that align with your brand. Learn how to navigate platform rules\, maximize participation\, and ensure your giveaway drives real results. \nThe workshop will be approximately 45 minutes of presentation time followed by Q&A. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025\nTime: 2-3 PM \nLocation: Champaign Public Library (Robeson Pavilion A/B) – 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL 61820 \nRegister below to secure a seat (no cost to attend). All materials will be provided. \nScott Clanin is the owner and director of Clanin Creative\, an independent design agency based in Champaign\, Illinois. With a deep passion for marketing and a sharp creative eye\, Scott leads projects that help businesses craft and communicate their unique stories. He is a strong advocate for the local community\, having served on the boards of Promise Healthcare\, 40 North\, the Champaign Center Partnership\, and more. As a certified Google professional\, Scott combines his expertise in digital strategy with a commitment to innovative design\, helping brands grow and thrive. \nClanin Creative is an independent design agency hailing from Champaign\, Illinois\, dedicated to transforming brands with standout design and compelling storytelling. Their unique approach blends strategic insight with creative skill\, delivering tailored solutions that elevate brands and connect with audiences. Learn more by visiting www.clanincreative.com \nThis workshop is sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC and presented in collaboration with Champaign County EDC\,  Champaign Center Partnership\, Champaign Public Library\, Community Foundation of East Central Illinois\, EDC of Decatur & Macon County\, Experience Champaign-Urbana\, New American Welcome Center of the University YMCA\, Parkland College Community Education\, Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce\, and University of Illinois Research Park.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/workshop-mastering-social-media-giveaways/
LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:City of Champaign Grant Program Reimbursement,Clanin Creative,National Small Business Week
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SUMMARY:SBDC Webinar: City of Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating National Small Business Week — May 4-10\, 2025 \nThe City of Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP) encourages City departments\, contractors\, and other vendors doing business with the City to increase the amount of goods and services provided by local businesses owned by minorities\, women\, and other socially and economically disadvantaged groups. \nThe objectives of the CDAP program are to strengthen the use of businesses owned by women\, racial/ethnic minorities\, and other identified socially disadvantaged groups as defined in City purchasing and contracting policies\, and to build capacity for these businesses through mentoring and training\, and to develop and sustain a diverse pool of qualified businesses used by the City of Champaign. CDAP program requirements apply to all City purchases and are part of the City’s purchasing policies. \nAdonis Fuller\, the City of Champaign’s Purchasing / Compliance Specialist\, and Mikal Washington\, Community Relations Specialist\, will provide an overview of the program\, including how to become a CDAP vendor. \nThe webinar will be approximately 30-40 minutes of presentation time\, followed by Q&A. Participants will be able to ask questions in the chatbox\, which will be addressed at the end of the presentation\, moderated by a member of our team. \nDate: Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025\nTime: 10-11 AM \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2ESUcr72SjGuo48o1956Yg \n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nPLEASE 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.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-webinar-city-of-champaign-diversity-advancement-program-cdap/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:National Small Business Week
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Unlock Fresh Insights with Gies Business Students
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating National Small Business Week — May 4-10\, 2025 \nPresented by Salvo Rodriquez — Associate Director\, Business Development\, Magelli Office of Experiential Learning \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar to learn how the Magelli Office of Experiential Learning at Gies College of Business can help solve real business challenges through the Action Learning Program—now sourcing projects for the Fall 2025 semester! \nWhat is offered: \nTeams of six Gies students\, guided by expert faculty\, will tackle your business problem and provide custom\, data-driven recommendations—at no cost to you! \nHow they help: \n\nOptimizing marketing strategies & brand positioning\nFinancial modeling & revenue growth analysis\nData analytics & AI-driven insights\nGo-to-market strategy & competitive positioning\nNavigating post-pandemic business challenges\n\nCompanies are required to commit one hour per week to meet with the student team\, provide insights\, and offer feedback. \nWhether you’re looking to analyze big data\, adapt to AI\, or refine your business model\, the Gies students are ready to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to your company. \nThe webinar will be approximately 30-40 minutes of presentation time\, followed by Q&A. Participants will be able to ask questions in the chatbox\, which will be addressed at the end of the presentation\, moderated by a member of our team. \nDate: Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\nTime: 10-11 AM \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hcqi7HqBQbWw0J_l63N2-w\n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nPLEASE 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. \nAbout Salvo Rodriquez: Born and raised in Champaign\, Salvo is an alumnus of Parkland College\, Eastern Illinois University\, and most recently an MBA graduate from the University of Illinois (Gies ’20). Salvo’s career spans over 20 years in client relations\, ranging from small businesses to nonprofits\, and now includes the University of Illinois. Before joining the College of Business in August 2023\, he served as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at United Way of Champaign County. In this role\, he oversaw all workplace giving campaigns and developed innovative ways to collaborate with local businesses\, municipalities\, and individual donors through volunteerism. During his tenure at United Way\, he was recognized by Champaign West Rotary as the Rookie of the Year and received a Community Impact Award from the Junior League of Champaign Urbana. In 2019\, he was honored with the Man of the Year Award as part of Central Illinois Business’s 40 Under 40. Since joining Gies College of Business as the Associate Director for the Magelli Office of Experiential Learning\, he has overseen efforts to source over 300 projects each academic year\, providing Gies Business students with real-world experience through in-class business consulting projects from alumni nationwide and companies ranging from nonprofits to Fortune 500s across various industries.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/webinar-unlock-fresh-insights-with-gies-business-students/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:National Small Business Week
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SUMMARY:SBDC Workshop: Writing a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating National Small Business Week – May 4-10\, 2025 \nPresented by Madeleine Wolske\, Director – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC \nWhy do you need a business plan? It’s your playbook! \nIn 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. \nTopics covered will include: \n\nClarifying Your Business Plan’s Purpose and Objectives\nUnderstanding Your Business Plan Needs\nBreaking Down the Components of a Business Plan\nSelecting the Right Tools for Business Plan Development\n\nDate: Friday\, May 9\, 2025\nTime: 10-11 AM \nLocation: Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL 61820 \nRegistration: No cost to attend\, registration required to secure a spot. Materials will be provided. RSVP below.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-writing-a-business-plan/
LOCATION:Illinois Small Business Development Center\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Small Business Week,Writing a Business Plan
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