Calendar of Classes, Workshops, Events

All workshops, classes and events hosted by the Entrepreneur & Business Center (EBC) are at no-cost to the community. New, future and established business owners are invited to sign up for these events-- and are perfect networking opportunities.

By participating in these no-cost offerings, you can learn: 

  • How to start your business
  • Marketing and social media
  • Financing
  • Accounting
  • Insurance
  • And much more!

Unlock Your Business Growth with SizeUp - City Center Campus 

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: 235 N. Chicago St. - City Center Campus - 2nd floor demo kitchen

Join us for an engaging seminar on how SizeUp empowers small business owners and entrepreneurs to make smarter decisions using real-time data. Learn how to:

  • Analyze your competition
  • Identify ideal customer locations
  • Optimize your marketing strategies
  • Discover key industry benchmarks

This session will show you how to turn data into opportunity and answer the questions that keep business owners up at night. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business with powerful insights—fast and easy!

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Build Your Social Presence - City Center Campus 

Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: 235 N. Chicago St. - City Center Campus - 2nd floor demo kitchen

Join us for an engaging seminar led by Danielle Bonds, a seasoned digital strategist with a proven track record in helping businesses grow online. This session is ideal for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in enhancing their digital footprint.

Key Takeaways:

  • Actionable strategies to improve your social media engagement
  • Insider tips for building a strong online brand
  • Tools and techniques to optimize your digital presence

Don't miss this opportunity to gain expert insights, network with peers, and take your digital strategy to the next level.

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Closing Your Business: A Tax Prep Seminar - City Center Campus

Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: 235 N. Chicago St. - City Center Campus - 2nd floor demo kitchen

Join us for a comprehensive workshop designed to help small business owners close out the year with confidence. This session will cover essential accounting practices, tax preparation strategies, and forward-looking planning to position your business for success in the upcoming year.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Expert guidance on year-end financial wrap-up
  • Practical tools for tax season readiness
  • Strategic insights to start the new year strong

Whether you're wrapping up your first year in business or preparing for growth, this workshop offers valuable knowledge to support your journey.

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The Road to Starting a Small Business Series - Virtual 

We’re excited to introduce The Road to Starting a Small Business, a new weekly virtual series designed to help you move from idea to launch with confidence. Each session is led by experienced EBC advisors and covers the essential steps to get your business off the ground.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Week 1: Business 101 & Registration
  • Week 2: Financials & Accounting
  • Week 3: Marketing
  • Week 4: Social Media Strategy

Time: Every Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Online (virtual sessions)

Whether you need help choosing your business structure, understanding your finances, or building your brand, this series is designed for new clients who haven’t yet registered and need support getting started.

 

Register Here