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SUMMARY:2025 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, hosts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishment owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-health.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:30 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registration is required.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-public-health-district/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Digital Marketing Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Scott Clanin\, Owner & President of Clanin Marketing  \nThis webinar will provide you with the tools and techniques to strengthen your digital marketing strategies. Ideal for those starting off in digital marketing or simply wanting to improve their skills\, this workshop will address topics in search engine optimization and marketing\, advertising through Google\, Facebook campaigns\, tracking website data\, and more. \nThe webinar will be approximately 45 minutes of presentation time followed by Q&A. \nDate: Tuesday\, June 11\, 2024\nTime: 1 – 2 PM \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5a40beYGSN-hyJVjn9lGVQ\n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nScott Clanin is the owner and president of Clanin Marketing\, a full-service marketing and design agency based in Champaign\, Illinois\, and has broad experience working closely with small to medium-size businesses and non-profit organizations. Recognized by Google for helping businesses grow on the web\, Scott’s vision and leadership have helped numerous businesses successfully grow and achieve their goals with strategic marketing and branding strategies. Learn more at https://www.claninmarketing.com. \nThis webinar 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\, EDC of Decatur & Macon County\, Experience Champaign-Urbana\, Parkland College Community Education\, University of Illinois Research Park\, and Village of Rantoul.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/webinar-digital-marketing-essentials/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T090000
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SUMMARY:2024 East Central Illinois Lender Forum
DESCRIPTION:Together with the U.S. Small Business Administration\, we invite you to attend our 2024 East Central Illinois Lender Forum. \nAttend this no-cost event\, open to all area lenders\, to refresh your knowledge and gain insights on available programs & resources. \nAttendees will hear from: \n\nCallie Heidbreder – Business Programs Specialist\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\nCharles White – Lender Relations Specialists\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nDarin Gehrke – Senior VP; Market Lead Central & Southern Illinois\, SomerCor\nGayle Roenbaugh – Export Finance Director – West Region\, U.S. Small Business Administration Office of International Trade\nMadeleine Wolske – Director\, Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\nMarcia Schlicht – Vice President / Loan Officer\, Growth Corp\nRebecca Huston – Invest in Illinois Director\, Illinois State Treasurer’s Office\nRobert Owens – Business Development Specialist\, Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity\nTristan Brown – Illinois Operations Manager\, Justin PETERSEN\n\nDate: Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024\nTime: 9 AM – 12 PM \nLocation: Champaign Public Library – Robeson Pavilion Rooms A & B (200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL 61820)\nRSVP: Free to attend; register below to secure a seat. All materials will be provided. \nHosted by: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Champaign County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC)\, and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC (SBDC). \nAll SBA programs and services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2024-east-central-illinois-lender-forum/
LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, hosts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishment owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-health.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:30 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registration is required.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-public-health-district/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T150000
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SUMMARY:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC Office Hours at Champaign Public Library
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJanuary – September 2024 dates: \n\nJanuary 11\nFebruary 8\nMarch 14\nApril 11\nMay 9\nJune 13\nJuly 11\nAugust 8*\nSeptember 12*\n\nSBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confidential. For those interested in attending the Office Hours and have not worked with the SBDC before\, please register as a client prior to your meeting: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=118 \n*During the August 8 and September 12 sessions\, Madeleine will be joined by Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, to assist food/drink/retail establishment owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-health.html. \nLaunch at the Library business services include a walk-in coworking space\, seminars\, meeting rooms\, and resources to help start\, manage\, and grow your business. Visit champaign.org/launch for more information.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/illinois-small-business-development-center-at-champaign-county-edc-office-hours-at-champaign-public-library/2024-06-13/
LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hours at Champaign Public Library
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SUMMARY:SBDC Webinar: Writing a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Presented 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 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. \nTopics covered will include: \n\nClarify Your Business Plan’s Purpose and Objectives\nUnderstand Your Business Plan Needs\nBreak Down the Components of a Business Plan\nSelect the Right Tools for Business Plan Development\n\nThe webinar will be approximately 45 minutes of presentation time followed by Q&A. Participants will be able to ask questions in the chat box\, which will be addressed at the end of the presentation\, moderated by a member of our team. \nDates / Times: \n\nThursday\, January 18\, 2024 – 1-3 PM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gfXd1hDvS6qHDduANr-mCw\nTuesday\, February 20\, 2024 – 9-11 AM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KDTZaF0ITFWJXnneMmoWGw\nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024 – 1-2 PM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2VPUMIbIRhWS00hth8_V9g\nThursday\, April 4\, 2024 – 2-3 PM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nkdd0331T1qr6bu84Ls9FA\nTuesday\, May 21\, 2024 – 10 – 11 AM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SAQQ6PB3Q3WWP5XNQb8kGg\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 – 10 – 11 AM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s4S8dx7xSPWqdoQqKqVkbg\nTuesday\, July 23\, 2024 – 2-3 PM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ko4NbTWqQICSHzsQHnsrrA\nThursday\, August 22\, 2024 – 10-11 AM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kY-1dH-KQMGd4oJ7MKc55w\nWednesday\, September 11\, 2024 – 10-11 AM: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q-cghMhlSga0n54hZ8bNVw\n\n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-webinar-writing-a-business-plan-2-2/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:SBDC,Writing a Business Plan
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T193000
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SUMMARY:SBDC Workshop: Starting Your Business in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Presented 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: Wednesday\, June 19\, 2024\nTime: 5:30-7:30 PM \nLocation: Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL 61820 \nRegistration: Free 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-5/
LOCATION:Illinois Small Business Development Center\, 1817 S. Neil Street\, Suite 100\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business in Illinois
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SUMMARY:Informational Session: Introduction to the Illinois Office of Minority Economic Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, June 24\, from 12-1 PM at the Rantoul Business Center to learn more about resources available through the Illinois Office of Minority Economic Empowerment. \nAttendees will hear from Diana Alfaro\, the Latinx Business Development Manager with the Office of Minority Economic Empowerment at the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity and Illinois Small Business Development Center Director\, Madeleine Wolske.  \nTopics covered will include: \n\nAn introduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC\nAn introduction to the Illinois Office of Minority Economic Empowerment\nTechnical assistance (no cost resources to assist your business)\nFunding opportunities available through the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity\nAdditional resources that can uplift your business\n\nThis session will be approximately 40 minutes of presentation time followed by Q&A. \nDate: Monday\, June 24\, 2024\nTime: 12-1 PM\nLocation: Rantoul Business Center (601 South Century Boulevard\, Rantoul\, IL 61866 – free parking is available)\nRSVP: No cost to attend. Register below to secure a seat. All materials & a light lunch will be provided to you. \nHosted by: Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)\, Champaign County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC)\, and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC (SBDC).
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/informational-session-introduction-to-the-illinois-office-of-minority-economic-empowerment/
LOCATION:Rantoul Business Center\, 601 S. Century Blvd.\, Rantoul\, IL\, 61866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T100000
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SUMMARY:2025 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, hosts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishment owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-health.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:30 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registration is required.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-public-health-district/2024-06-26/
LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T110000
DTSTAMP:20260702T211947
CREATED:20240319T141255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T140145Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Optimize Your Social Media Accounts
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Scott Clanin\, Owner & President of Clanin Marketing  \nLet’s work on strengthening your social media strategies! Ideal for those looking to improve existing accounts\, this workshop will cover new tools and features that will help you optimize your social media presence. We’ll discuss photography best practices\, tips for writing copy\, new advertising options\, and more! \nThe webinar will be approximately 45 minutes of presentation time followed by Q&A. \nDate: Thursday\, June 27\, 2024\nTime: 10 – 11 AM \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5PZTAncYQqSaSN5YcjYWTA\n*After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nScott Clanin is the owner and president of Clanin Marketing\, a full-service marketing and design agency based in Champaign\, Illinois\, and has broad experience working closely with small to medium-size businesses and non-profit organizations. Recognized by Google for helping businesses grow on the web\, Scott’s vision and leadership have helped numerous businesses successfully grow and achieve their goals with strategic marketing and branding strategies. Learn more at https://www.claninmarketing.com. \nThis webinar 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\, EDC of Decatur & Macon County\, Experience Champaign-Urbana\, Parkland College Community Education\, University of Illinois Research Park\, and Village of Rantoul.
URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/webinar-optimize-your-social-media-accounts/
LOCATION:Webinar
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