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June 2017
BN Beyond
For A Brighter, Stronger McLean County Progress is not born without collaboration. While the future of McLean County is bright, we need everyone's dedication in building it and igniting the pathway towards success. Held at Rivian Automotive, BN Beyond is a special event hosted by the McLean County Chamber of Commerce as a part of our partnership with BN Advantage. This unique, one-time event celebrates our community accomplishments of today, features a special presentation on the eight universal influences affecting…
Find out more »Cybersecurity: A Developing Threat Landscape
With cyberattacks becoming an everyday occurrence, the FBI will talk about methods to defend yourself as well as the potential threats private and public sectors face on a daily basis. As these attacks occur on every level, the FBI will also discuss what you should do if you find that your computer systems have been hacked or infected. Presented by the FBI June 27, 2017 9:00 am to 11:00 am ISU Bone Student Center - Brown Ballroom 100 N. University St., Normal, IL FREE EVENT…
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August 2017
How to Start a Small Business in Illinois
Join SBDC Director, Karen Bussone, to learn more about how to start your small business in Illinois. This engaging and informative two-hour seminar will include information on: • Business Feasibility and Planning • Choosing and Registering your Business Name and Structure • Marketing Your Business • Gaining access to Financial Resources • Accounting and Financial Record Keeping • And More! A box lunch will be provided, along with business education materials, to attendees. Registration Deadline: 8/23/2017 8:00 AM (CDT)Point of Contact: Katelyn…
Find out more »September 2017
SBDC Veterans’ Business Roadshow
No Charge to attend Illinois Wesleyan University Welcome Center Any Veteran, Veteran's Spouse, or Veteran's dependent is welcome to attend! A box lunch will be provided. A registration link will be posted soon. As a veteran, have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Do you already own a business and want to improve it? The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC@WBDC) in Chicago, with sponsorship from Allstate Insurance, invites you to join the Veterans Small Business Roadshow. Workshop topics…
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November 2017
Drones! Disruptions, Opportunities and the Future
Enjoy demos and presentations by national and local drone experts representing ag, insurance, education, business, communications, emergency responders and more. From choosing the right equipment and making legal flight plans, to drones' effect on your life and work - this event is packed with useful information and opportunities to connect around this cutting-edge topic. Keynote Speaker Sharon Rossmark, Founder and CEO of Women and Drones BN Advantage perspectives by: …
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