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| 6/7/2025 | 5K Run / Walk The Salvation Army June 7, 2025 7:00am 350 N. Illinois Ave (Parking in MHS Main lot) Morton Shoe collection bins at start line! More info and registration: https://www.goingthedistance5k.com more info... |
| 6/11/2025 | This workshop is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this no cost 2-hour workshop, you will learn how to get your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business planning, taxes, financing options and much more. After attending the workshop, our team of certified business advisors are available to work with you, one-on-one, to navigate the process and help you succeed! This workshop is sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and co-sponsored by Morton Community Bank. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. more info... |
| 6/18/2025 | The Illinois Small Business Development Center in the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley University is offing a 7-part webinar series on “Mastering Google Tools to Build Your Digital Presence. Running an e-commerce business from home offers incredible flexibility, but it also comes with unique challenges. To succeed, you need efficient systems, strong communication, and the right strategies to scale effectively. This webinar will provide practical tips and expert insights on how to build a streamlined, productive, and profitable remote e-commerce business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your operations before scaling, this session will equip you with the tools needed to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and drive growth. The Thriving at Remote eCommerce training offers practical tips and strategies to create a successful eCommerce business from home. Our expert trainer will cover effective communication, time management, optimizing your workspace, streamlining operations, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. By the end of this session, you will have a clear action plan to strengthen your remote e-commerce operations, setting you up for long-term success before scaling. Don’t miss this opportunity to take control of your business and position it for sustainable growth! more info... |
| 6/19/2025 | Starting a business requires thorough research and strategic planning. AI can help entrepreneurs streamline their process, identify opportunities, and develop a business plan with greater efficiency. This interactive workshop will introduce attendees to AI-powered tools that simplify market research, business model development, and operational planning. Attendees must bring a laptop or tablet. Internet Access is Provided. Join us to explore:
Attendees must bring a laptop or tablet. Internet Access is Provided. Attendees will gain practical insights into how AI enhances entrepreneurship, leaving with a business plan outline and a roadmap for utilizing AI in their startup journey. Presented by: Amy Lambert, Assistant Director, SBDC and Eric Sampson, Director, SBDC more info... |
| 6/26/2025 | A strong brand identity is the foundation of successful marketing — and now, AI can help you express and scale that brand more efficiently than ever. This two-part interactive workshop series will guide attendees through building a clear brand identity and then show them how to train AI to use that identity to generate aligned, on-brand social media content and strategies. Part 1: Build Your Brand Identity 🧠Define Your Brand: A Step-by-Step Identity Guide
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| 7/2/2025 | A strong brand identity is the foundation of successful marketing — and now, AI can help you express and scale that brand more efficiently than ever. This two-part interactive workshop series will guide attendees through building a clear brand identity and then show them how to train AI to use that identity to generate aligned, on-brand social media content and strategies. Part 2: Teach AI to Speak Your Brand 🤖 Brand + Bot: Using AI to Create On-Brand Content
Perfect for entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners who want to stay visible, save time, and grow with confidence. Presented by: Theresa Bloom, Director of AI U & Social Media Adviser, SBDC more info... |
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