PRLog (Press Release) -
Aug. 22, 2012 - Among workshops/events offered in September by the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC), a nationally and internationally recognized women’s business assistance center providing services and programs that support and accelerate women’s business ownership and strengthen the impact of women on the economy, are:
Tuesday, September 4, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
“Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: An Introduction to WBDC Services”
Description:
A session that helps prospective and established business owners clarify their needs and learn more about WBDC resources.
Location: WBDC, 8 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603
Cost: $10.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
Registration:
To register, please call 312.853.3477, ext. 100.
Tuesday, September 11, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
“Webinar: Mentors: Master Your Role to Foster New Growth”
Description:
Are you a successful entrepreneur who wants to give back to emerging businesses? Multiple studies show that new, micro entrepreneurs speed up their growth when they effectively work with a mentor. The Women’s Business Development Center can help you add value to your mentoring and make sense of the proliferation of opportunities to create mentoring relationships and utilize business incubators.
Location: Online
Cost: $10.00
Registration:
To register, please call 312.853.3477, ext. 100.
Tuesday, September 25, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
“Developing Your Child Care Business”
Description:
This comprehensive series from the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) of 10 workshops will provide you the tools to launch and sustain your business. Participants will follow a step by step process to develop a business and marketing plan, policies and procedures for their child care business, a parent handbook and a sound understanding of business financials.
Location: WBDC, 8 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603
Cost: $150.00
Registration:
To register, please call 312.853.3477, ext. 100.
Thursday, September 27, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
“Starting a Business in Illinois”
Description:
Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? Put yourself ahead of the curve and gain the knowledge you need to assist with a successful launch. This workshop will address if business ownership is right for you, the transition from being an employee, volunteer, homemaker and/or independent contractor to business owner and more.
Location: WBDC, 8 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60603
Cost: $10.00
Registration:
To register, please call 312.853.3477, ext. 100.
For further information about these or other WBDC workshops, visit
http://www.WBDC.org or call (312) 853-3477. The WBDC is headquartered at 8 S. Michigan Avenue, 4th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60603.
