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| 2/12/2025 | In today’s fast-paced business environment, success requires more than just individual talent—it is built on trust. Our Building Stronger Teams huddle series is designed for businesses ready to invest in their frontline leaders, equipping them with the skills to drive effective communication, foster accountability, and create a culture of collaboration. Huddle 1: Building Trust: Trust is foundational to teamwork. We often judge the world by what we would do in a particular situation. Different does not mean wrong. We will learn how to see things from other perspectives, how both nature and nurture influence our behavior. Trust is foundational to teamwork. We will look at different ways to build trust and what a leader's role is in trust building. Huddle 2: Effective Communication | March 12 Huddle 3: Leading to Inspire | April 9 Huddle 4: Embraching Change | May 7 more info... |
| 2/12/2025 | 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... |
| 2/12/2025 | Join Us for a Special Women's Retirement Roadmap Seminar! Ladies, are you ready to take charge of your financial future?  This Valentine's week, give yourself the gift of knowledge and empowerment! Join us on Wednesday, February 12th for an exclusive seminar designed just for you! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, February 12th Time: 6:30 P.M Location: Johnny's Italian Steakhouse: 101 Holiday St. East Peoria, IL 61611Register Here: https://www.yoursvp.com/0dfd016e-f094-4dce-b5e8-b4dfa65d42b9 This seminar will cover crucial topics to help you plan your retirement confidently:  Building a retirement roadmap Understanding investment options Creating a sustainable financial planWhether you are just starting to plan or looking to refine your strategy, this event is for you. Bring a friend and together, let's make retirement sweet!   more info... |
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| 2/26/2025 | The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and at Bradley University invites you to Celebrate Black History Month with us as we highlight Black-owned small businesses right here in Central Illinois. Starting a business is not easy, and Black entrepreneurs face unique challenges. Let us recognize and visit with several who are finding their way to success. We are excited to feature a panel of five local entrepreneurs in a discussion led by our moderator. This in-person event is offered at no cost. Hear about the entrepreneurial journeys of five local Black business owners:
Attendees will gain a perspective on entrepreneurship in our community that is often overlooked. Together we will learn about challenges that exist and ways these small business owners have worked over, around, or through various obstacles on their way to business success. Moderator: Kevin Evans, Founder, Kevin Evans & Associates, an economic development “consulting company. Panelists: Several local Black Entrepreneurs sharing their experience. Informal networking reception to follow the discussion Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of our panelists and network with other entrepreneurs and collaborators. Light refreshments will be served. In order to plan refreshments, registration is requested by Friday, February 21, 2025. Space is limited, register now! Registration information will be shared with training partners. Cosponsored by: Minority Business Development Center, Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, SCORE Peoria more info... |
| 2/27/2025 | The Illinois Small Business Development Center in the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship is offering this dynamic, relevant and note-worthy webinar at no cost to attendees. The way customers discover and engage with businesses is changing faster than ever. In 2025, a strong digital presence isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity. If your business isn’t online, optimized, and actively connecting with customers, you’re missing out on growth, visibility, and sales. In this webinar, you’ll learn exactly how to establish and elevate your online presence. You will learn what digital assets you need to create and the tools to stand out in a crowded digital marketplace. You’ll discover the latest strategies to attract more customers, increase brand trust, and stay ahead of your competition. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your online strategy, this workshop is designed to provide practical, actionable steps that will set your business up for success in 2025 and beyond. The digital world won’t wait—will you be ahead of the curve or left behind? Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your business. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: -Why a digital presence is essential for business owners -What it means to create a digital presence -Steps to Creating a Digital Presence -What Assets to Consider in a Digital Presence (Website, Social Media, Google Business Profile, SEO [Search Engine Optimization], Email Marketing, E-Commerce Platform, Analytics) -Learn business owner etiquette for a digital world SPEAKER: Theresa Bloom is the Director of Google AI U and Social Media Advisor for the Illinois SBDC at Bradley University, as well as the Social Media Manager for the Foster College and Caterpillar College at Bradley University. She is passionate about teaching and educating business owners on how to utilize social media for their business marketing and creating a complete digital presence for their business. Theresa assists clients in choosing the right social media platforms for their business audience, creating a social media plan and content. Theresa presents workshops regularly on relevant and timely social media topics as well as connecting clients with resources to assist them with their social media strategy. Theresa holds a Social Media Marketing Certification, is a Certified Business Development Advisor and member of the Illinois Entrepreneurship and Small Business Growth Association (IESBGA). She is a Peoria native who attended Peoria Notre Dame High School, then graduated from Bradley University with a degree in Sociology and Psychology. more info... |
Events available for Registration... 2025 Morton Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing 5/15/2025 register for this event... 2025 Annual Golf Outing Sponsor Registration 5/15/2025 register for this event... 2025 Morton Pumpkin Art & Craft Market Registration 9/12/2025 - 9/13/2025 register for this event... |
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