In-Person: Informational Resource Fair for Business Owners

We’re so proud to be part of hosting the very FIRST Resources Fair on April 25, 2022. In partnership with Senator Karina Villa and the Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber, the IL MBDA Business Center and Strategic Exceptions is hosting an informational resource fair for business owners . Register to learn how to become an expert…

Free

Feel Good Virtual 5K 2022 Kick Off

Sponsored by the Talented Tenth Social Services, Inc. The feel good virtual 5K 2022 kickoff. Starting at 9 am on May 1, 2022.

$50 – $55

Grand Opening of Silver Spoon Desserts in Chicago

Silver Spoons Desserts 3501 W. 48th Place #2W, Chicago, United States

Black Aurora business woman, Tamara Turner will be hosting a Grand Opening of Silver Spoon Desserts on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.  In May 2021, after working with a catering company providing food service for American Airlines, Turner then was asked to have her desserts served on the airlines’ domestic flights. Turner recently moved her business…

In-Person: Informational Resource Fair for Business Owners

We’re so proud to be part of hosting the very FIRST Resources Fair on May 16, 2022. In partnership with Senator Karina Villa and the Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber, the IL MBDA Business Center and Strategic Exceptions is hosting an informational resource fair for business owners . Register to learn how to become an expert…

Free

Bonds and Insurance Basics Workshop

Zoom

Did you know that the U.S. government requires every contractor it works with to purchase a surety bond or insurance to ensure their work will be completed in a timely and cost-effective manner? Are you a minority business owner who wants to get federal, state & local government contracts? Join us to learn about the…

$10

2023 SYMPOSIUM: WHAT’S IN THE NEW INFRASTRUCTURE BILL FOR YOU?

Malcomx College 1900 W Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, United States

Join the Illinois Minority Business Development Agency (IL MBDA) Business Center for our 2023 SYMPOSIUM: WHAT'S IN THE NEW INFRASTRUCTURE BILL FOR YOU? We will bring together minority businesses and corporations & government contract holders at the local and national levels to showcase & connect businesses and share business & partnership opportunities that are possible…

$29.99 – $5000

The Friendship Talk

Gabriela Reyna 1 East Benton St, Aurora, IL, United States

The Friendship Talk: Healing our brokenness and clearing a path to hearts open to love and relationships Join us for an inspiring evening of connection and empowerment at The Friendship Talk! Whether you're looking to expand your network, build your business, gain valuable insights, or simply enjoy a night of laughter and camaraderie, The Friendship…

$39.99

2023 Illinois MBDA Business & Entrepreneur Summit at Elgin Community College

Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive Building E, Room: E125/Seigle Auditorium, Elgin, IL

Join the Illinois Minority Business Development Agency (IL MBDA) Business Center Business & Entrepreneur Event at Elgin Community College At the Business & Entrepreneur Summit, you'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs. Our lineup of speakers will share their valuable insights, strategies, and experiences to help you thrive…

$29.99

2023: BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY BUILDING GOLF OUTING

The Highlands of Elgin 875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL, United States

Join us for a day of giving back and networking at BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY BUILDING GOLF-OUTING! We are bringing together business and community for a day of giving back and networking that is centered around: Providing scholarships & grants and assisting minority business enterprises in securing financing, contracts & resources to build their businesses for…

$75 – $175

2024 CLEAN ENERGY BUSINESS SUMMIT

Join the Illinois Minority Business Development Agency (IL MBDA) Business Center for our 2024 CLEAN ENERGY BUSINESS SUMMIT We will bring together minority businesses and corporations & government contract holders at the local and national levels to showcase & connect businesses and share business & partnership opportunities that are possible through Clean Energy Initiatives. Register…