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| 8/2/2023 | The global pandemic has dramatically increased the focus on the importance of exporting. Companies have realized that to be resilient and competitive, they need to be engaged globally. This no cost series of five one-hour webinars will discuss the most important decisions small to medium sized businesses need to make for a successful export strategy. This series is sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at Bradley University and is co-sponsored by: Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council & FTZ #114, DCEO/OTI, and the US Department of Commerce. Who should attend: -Entrepreneurs – needing insights on when their venture is ready to go global -New-to-Exporting Companies – Utilize the steps provided to ensure your export plan is effective -Existing Exporters – Learn new techniques to support your current exporting efforts Take away: -Learn the biggest mistakes companies make when developing their export strategy -Gain insights on how to change from a reactive exporter to a proactive exporter -Don’t have an export plan? This series will guide you through the process of developing a great export plan you actually use! In this last session, we discuss how to incorporate all the topics from the prior workshops to develop an export plan. Companies often skip this final step, which is a mistake. We will review why even a basic export plan will ensure critical steps are not missed. We will discuss the SBA Export Business Planner – an easy to use guide to facilitate the creation of an export plan. By the end of this session, you will know the next steps you need to take to really impact your export success. Speaker: Jim Foley is the director of the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at Bradley University. He manages a program of counseling and training in international business, marketing, logistics and finance. He is also Director of International Programs for the Foster College of Business and Director of Business and Nonprofit Partnerships for the university. Mr. Foley is the author of the book The Global Entrepreneur 4th Edition discussing techniques to expand exports. He is also the co-author of the eleventh edition of International Marketing by Vern Tersptra. Jim has received numerous recognitions including the ASBDC State Star, the NASBITE International Trade Educator of the Year Award, the Illinois Governor’s Export Award, and the IATTO Lifetime Achievement Award. He most recently received the John Otis Lifetime Achievement Award, Nasbite International’s highest recognition. Jim serves as national co-chair of the ASBDC International Interest Section and a member of the Illinois District Export Council. Prior to joining the trade center, Mr. Foley worked in the computer industry living in Los Angeles and London. He has an MBA from the London Business School at the University of London, and B.A. from Knox College. Registration Links: https://Bradley.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0scOmopj8uGtX4ZADP8qiHDYuT82kypehT https://www.bit.ly/GettingReadyS5 more info... |
| 8/8/2023 | Canva is an easy-to-use design platform that allows you to create a variety of graphics for your business. Canva has for everything from social media images and web banners to marketing brochures, flyers, business cards, presentations, and just about everything in between. Canva offers templates and design elements to bring your vision to life. Speaker: Theresa Bloom is a Social Media Adviser at the Turner Center, as well as the Social Media Manager for the Foster College of Business and Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology at Bradley University. Theresa has been with the Turner Center for 5 years. She enjoys working with small business owners and those wanting to start their own business. She has a passion for helping business owners get their businesses discovered through the use of social media, and is excited to share her knowledge and expertise with her clients. Prior to coming to Bradley, she had a career in the medical field, as well as past experience in the insurance industry. Theresa is a Peoria native, having attended Peoria Notre Dame high school, as well as being a graduate of Bradley University. more info... |
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| 8/12/2023 | Join us for a night of Learning Beginner dance styles in the Ballroom and Latin family. Three (3) 30 min lessons and a 30 min social dance practice. Proceeds from the event will go to the Morton School Dist 709. Cost is $25 per couple or $25 worth of school Supplies. Feel free to check the school webiste on the wish list. Schedule of classes 6:30pm - Doors Open 7pm - Waltz 7:30pm - Rumba 8pm - East Coast Swing 8:30pm - Dance Snacks, Cookies and beverages will be provided. Questions, please feel free to contact me. more info... |
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| 8/16/2023 | Elementary 8:20am-11:55am Brown 8:10am-11:45am Jr. High / High School 8:00am-11:00am more info... |
| 8/17/2023 | This in-person workshop is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. The workshop is intended for individuals who have never previously started a business. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this 2-hour workshop, at no cost, 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! These events are sponsored by the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and cosponsored by Morton Community Bank and SCORE Peoria https://bit.ly/SYBIL08172023 more info... |
| 8/21/2023 -8/23/2023 | 16 Sessions on networking, leadership training and team building. more info... |
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| 8/25/2023 | more info... |
| 8/26/2023 | The Duck Race is CFPA’s longest-running and signature fundraiser. Now through August 26, 35,000 ducks are up for adoption for $5 each and every duck you purchase enters you for a chance to win one of this year's 15 prizes - including the grand prize of $10,000 cash! Last year, we raised more than $200,000 for survivors of abuse in our community and sold out of all 30,000 ducks! All funds raised for the Duck Race stay local and help us build a safe and peaceful community. CFPA provides free and confidential services to victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, and offers violence prevention education to students helping to prevent abuse before it begins in the tri-county area, reaching more than 38,000 young people each year. Thank you for supporting our mission at CFPA. We are grateful for your friendship. more info... |
| 8/28/2023 | Come visit us and see what Trail Life is all about! Adventure is at the heart of the Trail Life USA program. Boys love hiking, camping, fishing, tree-climbing, story-telling, and s'mores around campfires. Weekly meetings are designed with that in mind. Held outside whenever possible, meetings are designed to delight the raucous, rowdy, unruly nature of a boy. Young Trailmen engage in hands-on experiences that develop character, deepen faith, and hone practical skills in the seven program branches (Outdoor Skills, Life Skills, Heritage, Hobbies, Values, Science & Technology, and Sports & Fitness).   more info... |
| 8/30/2023 | Free developmental screening for children ages birth through 5 years who are residents of Morton School District 709. The screening will address early academic concepts, motor development, communication and language and hearing and vision. If you are concerned about your child's development and believe that there is a potential or signification delay in the areas listed please call 309-263-0522 to make an appointment before August 25, 2023. more info... |
Events available for Registration... 2024 Guidebook Ads 3/4/2024 - 6/14/2024 register for this event... 2024 Annual Golf Outing Sponsor Registration 5/20/2024 - 5/20/2024 register for this event... 2024 Morton Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing 5/20/2024 register for this event... 58th Annual Morton Pumpkin Art Craft Market Application 9/13/2024 - 9/14/2024 register for this event... |
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