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  • Mar - 2019
    21

    Supplier Diversity Networking Event

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Mar - 2019
    22

    Good Food EXPO 2019

    Eat, meet and be thoughtful at FamilyFarmed's 15th Annual Good Food EXPO! The EXPO is the Midwest’s premier annual event focused on locally and sustainably produced food. Attendees at the Good Food Trade Show on Friday, March 22 and the Good Food Festival on March 23 will be informed, inspired — and most importantly FED — at the many chef demos, symposiums and panels featuring leading chefs, producers and experts from across the Good Food spectrum.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Mar - 2019
    25

    W.O.M.E.N. Equipping Women-Owned Construction Businesses For Success

    Come meet Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton who will be speaking at the event! There will also be a panel discussion focusing on the topics of: Workforce, Ownership, Management, Entrepreneurship and Networking in the construction industry.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Mar - 2019
    26

    Outreach Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Mar - 2019
    26

    Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship (ADME) Business Workshop

    Are you a new business owner? Interested in becoming an entrepreneur in 2019? If so, you are invited to join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for an ADME Business Workshop. There is a need to have this basic introductory program to address the needs of individuals with less business experience. The program is supported by public and private stakeholders alike, namely: Local area Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Organizations and Corporations, Advisement/Mentor Groups, Non-Profit Organizations, Community Development Financial Institutions & Lenders, Illinois Small Business Development Centers Network, Office of Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology and Office of Minority Economic Empowerment, within the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
  • Apr - 2019
    2

    Western Illinois University's Higher Education Diverse Business Fair

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    2

    Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship (ADME) Business Workshop

    Are you a new business owner? Interested in becoming an entrepreneur in 2019? Are you looking for financing opportunities to meet your present needs and prepare you for future growth? If so, you are invited to join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for an ADME Business Workshop. This workshop has been designed to instruct new business start-ups and individuals who have an interest in entrepreneurship.
    During the workshop, subject-matter experts will address the needs of individuals who are just starting their own businesses and those who are looking to pursue entrepreneurship. Information will also be provided on the Advantage Illinois Participation Loan Program and FAME (Fund for the Advancement of Minority Enterprises). The State participates 50% on loans with lenders, enrolled in the program, offering a 2% fixed rate and up to $400,000 on the State’s portion. Register today to take advantage of this free event. Refreshments will be served.
  • Apr - 2019
    2

    Advancing The Development of Minority Entrepreneurship (ADME) Business Workshop

    Are you a new business owner? Interested in becoming an entrepreneur in 2019? If so, you are invited to join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for an ADME Business Workshop. This workshop has been designed to instruct new business start-ups and individuals who have an interest in entrepreneurship. During the workshop, subject-matter experts will address the needs of individuals who are just starting their own businesses and those who are looking to pursue entrepreneurship. Register today to take advantage of this free event to jump start your business.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    3

    Compliance Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Apr - 2019
    3

    Certification Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Apr - 2019
    9

    Professional Services Consultant's Vendor Outreach Fair

    The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District's Diversity Section will be hosting our Professional
    Services Consultant's Vendor Outreach Fair to expand and maximize business opportunities for local Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women's Business Enterprises (WBE), and Small Business Enterprises(SBE).
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    10

    Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship (ADME) Business Workshop

    Are you a new business owner? Interested in becoming an entrepreneur in 2019? Are you looking for financing opportunities to meet your present needs and prepare you for future growth? If so, you are invited to join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for an ADME Business Workshop. This introductory workshop will address the needs of individuals with less business experience.
    The program is supported by public and private stakeholders alike, namely: Local area Chambers of
    Commerce, Economic Development Organizations and Corporations, Advisement/Mentor Groups, Non-Profit Organizations, Community Development Financial Institutions & Lenders, Illinois Small Business
    Development Centers Network, Office of  Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology and Office of Minority Economic Empowerment, within the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
    Information will also be provided on the Advantage Illinois Participation Loan Program and FAME (Fund for the Advancement of Minority Enterprises). Register today to take advantage of this free event. Refreshments will be served.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    12

    The Black Women's Expo

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    16

    Hubzone & Government Contracting

    The Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities to gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    16

    EPA Small Business Conference: Can We Do Business?

    The half-day conference brings together EPA program officials, acquisition personnel, other federal agency procurement officials and prime contractors in an effort to inform and educate small businesses about federal contracting opportunities, small business program updates and how to successfully prepare for future federal procurement opportunities.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    17

    SAVE THE DATE: 52nd Annual Chicago Business Opportunity Fair

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Apr - 2019
    22

    Business Enterprise Program Council Meeting

    Hosted by: Illinois Department of Central Management Services - Business Enterprise Program The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) Council is established to help implement, monitor and enforce the goals of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities Act.
    BEP Council meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • May - 2019
    4

    2019 Small Business Center on the Road Expo

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • May - 2019
    15

    Government Procurement Compliance Forum 2019 Vendor Fair

    This event will provide businesses the opportunity to learn about contracting opportunities with the City of Chicago, sister agencies, Cook County, state, federal agencies, primes, and developers. Participants will be able to attend several business workshops, learn how to join the construction trade unions, obtain resources for veterans, obtain financial and legal assistance.
    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • May - 2019
    28

    Certification Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public AT NO COST.
  • May - 2019
    29

    Outreach Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • May - 2019
    30

    Compliance Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Jun - 2019
    20

    Small Business Expo 2019

    Small Business Expo is America’s BIGGEST Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and anyone that works for a Small Business or who is inspired to start their own Business.

    Small Business Expo has been recognized four years in a row as an Inc 5000 fastest-growing privately held company celebrating its Ten Year Anniversary.

    Our focus is on targeted learning, networking, building valuable new business relationships & finding top vendors that help Business Owners take strategic action to immediately improve their Small Business.

    At this FREE one-day event hosted in 17 Major US Cities, over 75,000 passionate Business Owners will connect, network with vendors in various industries, and learn from the best in business about how to solve their most pressing business issues.

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.

  • Jun - 2019
    24

    Business Enterprise Program Council Meeting

    Hosted by: Illinois Department of Central Management Services - Business Enterprise Program The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) Council is established to help implement, monitor and enforce the goals of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities Act.
    BEP Council meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Jun - 2019
    27

    2019 Small Business Center on the Road Expo

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
  • Jul - 2019
    22

    Certification Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Jul - 2019
    23

    Outreach Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Jul - 2019
    24

    Compliance Subcommittee Meeting

    Subcommittee meetings are open to the public at NO COST
  • Aug - 2019
    26

    Business Enterprise Program Council Meeting

    Hosted by: Illinois Department of Central Management Services - Business Enterprise Program The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) Council is established to help implement, monitor and enforce the goals of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities Act.
    BEP Council meetings are open to the public at NO COST.
  • Sep - 2019
    7

    2019 Small Business Center on the Road Expo

    A representative from the Business Enterprise & Veteran Business Programs will be present to distribute information on the certification process, and available to discuss the benefits and advantages of becoming certified to do business with the State of Illinois.
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