Learn how to grow your business by leveraging the many services and programs that the WBDC offers. We are here for you throughout your journey of entrepreneurship.  

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In this interactive workshop, you will learn practical strategies to develop your business plan through exploratory tools and resources to help 

you think outside the box. Come and gain valuable feedback from experts, business owners and other entrepreneurs. 

Are you financially prepared to start your own business? 

Is your personal credit in good standing? Do you have equity to contribute? 

Take personal inventory of what you possess to determine if you are financially ready for business. Bring your notepad and pen and let our financial experts answer your questions. 

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This session will discuss financial programs and services that may be best for your business' growth. Financial professionals will help you consider which of the following financial partnerships work best for you and your business venture.  Learn more about Crowd Funding, Micro-Lending, Alternative Lending, and Factoring and Traditional Lending.   

This workshop is sponsored by the University of Chicago, Office of Business Diversity. 

Not sure where to start? Learn important strategies to take your business plan to the next level with a financial advisor and certified accountant. 
 

Expand on business opportunities and learn the certification and contracting process to do business with the State of Illinois. Hear from the Business Enterprise Program (BEP), Bureau of Strategic Sourcing (BOSS), and Chief Procurement O?ce (CPO). 

Space is limited and registration is recommended.
 

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Learn about BOSS processes procurements- IFPs, RFPs and RFQs. This workshop will give great insight on how contracts are evaluated and the requirements for processing.

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Ruby McCleary, Director of Supplier Diversity with United Airlines will present her unique insights to diverse business owners about how to implement "Best Practices" strategies to successfully meet corporate client supplier diversity objectives.

 Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn what works & what doesn't work and how to develop your "Best Practices" strategies, deliver excellence, expand opportunities and build capacity to grow your business!