SBDC Workshop: Starting Your Business in Illinois

Presented by Madeleine Wolske, Director – Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC

Thinking about starting a business in Illinois? This workshop helps aspiring entrepreneurs understand the opportunities and requirements for starting their business. You’ll be taken step-by-step through a variety of topics and can ask questions.

Topics covered:

- Introduction to the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC
- Feasibility Checklist
- Creating a Lean Business Plan
- Identifying Your Customers
- Sources of Funding, including Financing and Grant Options
- Business Formation and Registration

- Thursday, January 30, 2025: 2 - 4 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-10/

- Wednesday, February 19, 2025: 10 AM - 12 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-11/

- Friday, March 14, 2025: 10 AM - 12 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-12/

- Wednesday, April 23, 2025: 2-4 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-13/

- Monday, May 5, 2025: 2-4 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-14/

- Friday, June 27, 2025: 10 AM - 12 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-15/

- Monday, July 21, 2025: 6-8 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-16/

- Monday, August 18, 2025: 6-8 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-17/

- Monday, September 15, 2025: 6-8 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-18/

- Thursday, September 18, 2025: 2-4 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-webinar-starting-your-business-in-illinois/

- Monday, October 20, 2025: 6-8 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-19/

- Monday, November 17, 2025: 6-8 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-workshop-starting-your-business-in-illinois-20/

- Thursday, December 18, 2025: 2-4 PM
https://cusbdc.org/event/sbdc-webinar-starting-your-business-in-illinois-2/

Registration: No cost to attend, registration required to secure a spot. Materials will be provided. RSVP at cusbdc.org/events.