Location:
Peoria NEXT Innovation Center
801 West Main Street
Peoria, IL 61606
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University is offering these informal workshops at no cost. They are intended only for those who are NOT yet in business.
These workshops are for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this 2-hour workshop, at no cost, you will learn how to get your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business planning, taxes, financing options and much more! These events are sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and co-sponsored by Morton Community Bank and SCORE Peoria.
Presenters: Eric Sampson, SBDC Director, Chris Youngmark, Assistant SBDC Director, Bradley University, Don Schwegel, Assistant Vice President, Morton Community Bank. For questions, contact: illinoissbdc@bradley.edu.
We will be offering these workshops in person at the Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, 801 W Main Street.
Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshops
There is no cost to attend these workshops, but registration is required.
2024 SCHEDULE
WED, APR 10 - 5:30PM - 7:00PM - IN-PERSON - REGISTER
Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, 801 W Main Street - Peoria, IL
WED, MAY 8 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM - IN-PERSON - REGISTER
Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, 801 W Main Street - Peoria, IL
WED, JUNE 12 - 10:00AM - 12:00PM - IN-PERSON - REGISTER
Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, 801 W Main Street - Peoria, IL
If you are unable to attend one of the in-person events above, please watch the on-demand video below, prior to meeting with a business advisor.
I have worked in the banking industry for over 25 years, serving Central Illinois customers in the areas of commercial and mortgage lending. My experience includes building financial relationships with local businesses and individual investors in all areas of corporate finance, including commercial real-estate, receivable based working capital lines of credit, equipment loans, as well as business expansion and acquisition.