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Search for Event by:Tuesday Mar 9, 2021Wednesday Mar 17, 2021Whether you?re a business owner or thinking about starting your business; you will learn what you need to know about bank financing products during this discussion. We will talk about credit, capacity, collateral, character, capitalization and loans, lines of credit and other available resources that can help you on your entrepreneurial journey. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Mar 31, 2021Digital marketing allows small businesses to compete with a much smaller advertising budget. Discover the potential of digital marketing in 2021 where we work through the basics of advertising vs organic results, how to get started, which marketing platform is right for you, and a complete beginner's guide to SEO. Topics include: 1.Digital Marketing Overview and Trends in 2021 2.Advertising Platforms and Which One is Right for You 3.Search Engine Optimization 4. Advertising vs SEO 5.What to Watch Out For Attendees will learn how to create a structured digital marketing plan, identify the correct measures to set objectives and evaluate digital marketing as well as understand and follow the practical success factors to improve results from digital marketing. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Mar 24, 2021Are you interested in operating a restaurant or retail shop at O'Hare or Midway International Airport, but don't know where to begin? Come and learn about the Request for Proposals (RFP) process and how to operate a business at the airport. This workshop also provides an overview of the O'Hare, and Midway airport current Concessions programs; the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) program; and the O'Hare 21 future expansion. Lastly, we will provide you with all the resources you will need to get started. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationFriday Apr 16, 2021Learn how to create a comprehensive business plan. It's easier than you think when you understand all the components that get included. You'll receive a complete list of what to include to demystify the process. Writing a solid business plan is your roadmap to business success. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Apr 28, 2021The Office of Labor Standards presents overview of worker rights and employer responsibilities during COVID-19 under Minimum Wage, Paid Sick Leave, Anti-Retaliation Ordinances. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationFriday Apr 30, 2021The legal component of a business sets the foundation and structure for a sustainable business. A business climate is everchanging, but valuable legal tips are a resource. Learn the top 10 legal tips for small business success through an interactive webinar. The Q&A set up will provide useful and practical tips on legal essentials such as incorporation, contracts, and more. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationFriday Mar 12, 2021Learn nuts and bolts for starting a sustainable small business that is also better prepared to weather economic changes. Learn business planning from a financial readiness lens. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Apr 14, 2021This webinar will provide a general overview of the liquor licensing process in the City of Chicago. We will discuss the different types of liquor licenses, an overview of the application process, and items to consider before submitting an application. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationFriday Mar 19, 2021Learn the basic differences between copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets and the assets they protect. Knowing the differences will help you to take the right steps and make the right decisions to protect your company?s intellectual property assets. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Apr 21, 2021Join presenters from the U.S. Small Business Administration for an overview of small business relief programs and learn how you can access immediate relief for your entrepreneurial needs. The presenters will discuss the Paycheck Protection Program, the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, and other relief options for small businesses. Bring your questions! There will be time for Q&A. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationFriday Apr 23, 2021Nina Abnee is a Professional Lecture and Advertising Professional in Residence at DePaul University; a certified Leadership Coach; and former advertising executive. She has combined her expertise in crafting brand strategies with her training as a professional coach to help people discover their own authentic brand and create momentum for their lives and businesses. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationWednesday Mar 10, 2021This workshop will answer important tax questions for your business including: Are you required to file a tax return? Is your worker an independent contractor or an employee? What will the IRS request during an audit? Are you required to make estimated tax payments? What resources does the IRS have for small business owners? ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationThursday Mar 18, 2021Last year, the City of Chicago established the Expanded Outdoor Dining Program as an emergency support measure to allow bars and restaurants to operate outdoors safely in the public way or private property. All bars and restaurants interested in participating in 2021 should join this webinar to learn how to apply for a new Expanded Outdoor Dining Permit or extend their current permit. ... read moreCategories: Continuing EducationThursday Mar 11, 2021Join University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois Stewardship Alliance for a timely class around selling your goods at the farmers market. Learn about the latest legislation concerning Illinois Cottage Food law and how to comply with safety standards to ensure that cottage food products are safe, healthy, and enjoyable for all. Participants are encouraged to stay on afterward for a Q&A session. ... read moreCategories: Community, Continuing Education, Shopping/RetailWednesday Apr 21, 2021... read moreCategories: Continuing Education, Health and WellnessSunday Mar 21, 2021... read moreCategories: Community, Continuing Education, Clubs/OrganizationsSunday Apr 25, 2021... read moreCategories: Clubs/OrganizationsSaturday Apr 17, 2021... read moreCategories: Health and WellnessSaturday May 1, 2021... read moreCategories: Continuing Education, Health and WellnessMonday Mar 1, 2021 - Saturday Apr 10, 2021We're hopping right into spring with an all-new, socially-distanced community event. Join us from April 3rd through 10th for Hop, Stop 'N' Run, a virtual fun & fitness 5K! Sign up with your family, friends or neighbors, lace up your gym shoes and grab your bike helmets, enjoy some fresh air and explore Northcenter on foot or by bike at your own pace. Choose your own route and day to participate between April 3rd and 10th. Along the route, stop in and say hello to your favorite local businesses, or treat yourself when your 5K is over. Use our map and interactive bingo card for extra layers of fun, friendly competition and exploration. Share your experience using #Northcenter5K on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to win prizes! All participants receive an event t-shirt and swag bag. This fun-and-fitness fundraiser will help the Northcenter Chamber continue to provide resources and programming to local small businesses and the Northcenter neighborhood at this critical time, and support Common Pantry's tireless efforts to fight hunger and poverty in our communities. We hope you will hop along and join us! ... read moreCategories: Community, Chamber Of Commerce, Clubs/Organizations, Recreation & Sports, Health and WellnessSaturday Apr 17, 2021Come join us for a night of online fun to support the 7th grade fundraising efforts. See if you have what it takes to beat the competition and enjoy some socializing. We'll have plenty of new fun with some old favorite trivia night shenanigans. Click on Trivia Tickets to sign up your team and purchase a VIP basket, Wine Pull Raffle ticket or Mulligans. If you've already bought tickets but want to purchase an additional item, click on ''Catalog'' for available options. We will reach out regarding team names prior to the event. For 50/50 tickets, you can go to https://go.rallyup.com/pilgrim4-17raffle. A special thank you to the following businesses for their support: Clark Street Sports, Family Foot and Ankle Center, Dan De La Cruz State Farm, Tricia Koning/Chicago Photo Art, That's My Jam, Survey by Design, Centered Therapy, Orglamix and Redline VR. ... read moreCategories: Festivals & Celebrations, Schools, Recreation & SportsSaturday Mar 27, 2021... read moreCategories: SchoolsFriday Mar 12, 2021... read moreCategories: Community, SchoolsFriday Apr 16, 2021... read moreCategories: Community, SchoolsThursday Apr 29, 2021
