Our team of experts can help make sure your business has the foundation for success. Whether you are looking to get a new business off the ground, strengthen an existing one, or formulate a succession plan, the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC is here to provide advice, resources, and support – all at no cost to you.
Think of us as a valuable member of your team.
Madeleine Wolske
Director
779-235-0056 | mw@cusbdc.org
Madeleine has served as the Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC since February 2023. In her role, Madeleine can provide assistance in all aspects of your business including start-up assistance, business planning, marketing, financial planning, market research, and so much more.
Prior to becoming a part of the SBDC network, Madeleine was the Business Librarian at the Champaign Public Library and was a high school librarian in a local school district.
Madeleine received her Bachelor of Arts from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and her Master of Library & Information Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
In her spare time, Madeleine enjoys exploring natural areas with her dogs, renovating her home, and listening to local live music.
Are you a client of Madeleine’s? Schedule your next meeting.
Beatriz Ramirez
International Trade Center Specialist
br@cusbdc.org
Beatriz has served as the International Trade Specialist of the International Trade Center – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC since April 2024. In her role, Beatriz can provide assistance in all aspects of exporting and international trade, including identifying potential export markets, foreign buyers, and distributors; assistance with foreign market entry; export documentation; financing export growth; and trade compliance support.
Beatriz has worked in the private sector and previously served as the Free Trade Agreement Specialist of the International Trade Center – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University.
Beatriz received her Bachelor of Business Management from University EAN (Bogotá, Colombia), and holds the following certifications: Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), and Certified Export Specialist (CES).
In her spare time, Beatriz enjoys gardening, reading, listening to classical music, and visiting museums.
Are you ready to unleash the power of your business?
Contact the Illinois Small Business Development Center
at Champaign County EDC. We’re ready to help.