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2024 Guidebook Ads
3/4/2024 - 6/14/2024
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2024 Morton Community Forecast Breakfast
4/17/2024
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2024 Annual Golf Outing Sponsor Registration
5/20/2024 - 5/20/2024
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2024 Morton Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing
5/20/2024
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Events in the next 30 days...
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4/17/2024
Each year, the Morton Chamber of Commerce holds the Morton Forecast. This event gives the community a chance to hear updates from all local governing bodies including The Village of Morton, Morton Park District, Morton Public Library, School District 709, as well as the Morton Economic Development Council and Morton Chamber of Commerce. 

Wednesday, April 17
The Barn at Bull Run
8:00am- Welcome & Breakfast
8:30am- Program 

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3/20/2024

The Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and Illinois Small Business Development Center, at Bradley University is hosting a series of no-cost webinars on digital marketing. Co-sponsor: Grow with Google.  Happy SBDCDay! Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We’ll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile.  We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google. In this session we’ll show you how to: Highlight products on your Google Business Profile; Use Pointy to promote in-store inventory with your point of sale system; Use Google Merchant Center to showcase in-store and online product inventory

Series Speaker: Maria Elena Duron. In today's digital age, visibility is paramount. Maria Elena's expertise ensures that your business stands out in the crowded online space. Her strategies are designed to elevate your brand's presence, ensuring you're not just seen, but remembered. With over 18 years of experience in digital marketing, Maria Elena provides actionable insights that lead to tangible business growth. Her webinars are not just informative; they're transformative, turning knowledge into real-world results.

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3/23/2024

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3/25/2024
 -3/29/2024

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4/1/2024
Elementary 11:55am
Brown 11:45am
Jr High / High School 11:00am

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4/1/2024
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4/3/2024

The Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and Illinois Small Business Development Center, at Bradley University is hosting a series of no-cost webinars on digital marketing. Co-sponsor: Grow with Google. Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. In this session we’ll show you how to:
Create or claim your Google Business Profile
Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers

Series Speaker: Maria Elena Duron. In today's digital age, visibility is paramount. Maria Elena's expertise ensures that your business stands out in the crowded online space. Her strategies are designed to elevate your brand's presence, ensuring you're not just seen, but remembered. With over 18 years of experience in digital marketing, Maria Elena provides actionable insights that lead to tangible business growth. Her webinars are not just informative; they're transformative, turning knowledge into real-world results.

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4/3/2024
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=MORTON

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4/4/2024
Are you grappling with the pivotal decision of whether to craft a meticulous business plan or dive headfirst into entrepreneurship with a more fluid approach? The debate continues to cause confusion for startup founders. But fear not, for we're here to shed light on this crucial matter.
 
Introducing "An Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Have a Formal Business Plan or Not?" – the second of three forums is designed to highlight critical decisions founders need to make as part of their startup journey.  In this forum, we’ll discuss why the need for a formal business has been challenged by founders and experts in the field of entrepreneurship.  What was once taken for granted, has become a more nuanced dilemma.  Join us as we hear from two experienced professionals of the pros and cons of both perspectives.

The forums are hosted by Bradley University's Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship. Participants will include students studying entrepreneurship. The forums include a networking session to connect students with local entrepreneurs and resources.
 Topics of Discussion:
 
  • Why for some startups, a formal business plan may be critical.
  • The increasing focus on lean startup plans including the Business Model Canvas.
  • The benefits of both approaches.
  • When one approach versus the other would be the best choice.
  • How the best of both approaches could be combined.
 
Who should attend:
 
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Founders
  • Students
  • Resource partners supporting business startup and growth
 
Speakers:
 
Don Schwegel, VP, Commercial Banker at Morton Community Bank, Peoria IL
Chris Youngmark, Assistant Illinois SBDC Director, Bradley University
 
Cosponsor: Distillery Labs

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4/11/2024
Introducing "An Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Growth through Debt or Equity?" – the last in our series of forums is designed to highlight critical decisions founders need to make as part of their startup journey. In this third forum, we’ll discuss another critical decision: take on debt or give up some ownership through equity investments.  It is a decision with ramifications that will impact the founder through the full lifecycle of the business.  It’s all about one’s risk tolerance, overall cost associated with each option, who will be in control, and ultimately, the exit strategy.  Join this lively discussion between a seasoned banker and an equally seasoned entrepreneur. The forums are hosted by Bradley University's Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship. Participants will include students studying entrepreneurship. The forum includes a networking session to connect students with local entrepreneurs and resources. 
 
Topics of Discussion:
 
  • When is taking on debt the ideal solution and why?
  • Why consider an equity investment when it would dilute the ownership of the founders?
  • Why a founder must understand both options throughout the growth of the startup.
  • The risks and benefits of both options.
  • The impact of this decision on the control of the business.
 
Who should attend:
 
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Founders
  • Students
  • Resource partners supporting business startup and growth
 
SPEAKERS:
To be announced
Co-Sponsor
Distillery Labs

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4/13/2024

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, CFPA is hosting its 7th annual 5K run/1 mile walk, I Run with Survivors, on Saturday, 4/13, 2024 at 8 a.m. in the Levee District in East Peoria. All ages are invited to participate, and the course is stroller, wheelchair, and pet friendly. Participants are welcome to join in person or virtually.  All the proceeds from registration go toward providing free and confidential services for survivors of sexual assault at CFPA. Race day activities include photo opportunities, music from Mix 106.9 and refreshments following the race. 


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4/15/2024
 -4/17/2024

RHMA's Small-Town Pastors' Conference
April 15, 16, 17 at 6:30 p.m.

The Public is invited to join us on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Nights.
These sessions are being held in conjunction with RHMA's Small-Town Pastors' Conference at
Grace Church - 1325 E. Jefferson Street, Morton, IL 61550.  No costs for evening sessions.

Questions: Contact RHMA 309-263-2350 / info@rhma.org / www.rhma.org

Speakers:
Monday Night - Stephen Witmer - Pastor, Pepperell Christian Fellowship and co-founder, Small Town Summits
Tuesday Night - Marty Giese - President, Oak Hills Christian College
Wednesday Night - Adam Kipp - RHMA Executive Director and longtime small-town pastor

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