Illinois Economic Empowerment Center
Expanding access to business resources and support services across Southern Illinois.
The Office of Innovation and Economic Development at SIU is proud to announce its participation in the Illinois Economic Empowerment Center (EEC) program, a new initiative launched by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment.
The EEC at SIU aims to create an inclusive business ecosystem by providing tailored small business development support to individuals and very small businesses (VSBs-10 employees or less). Our center offers customized services including advising, training, mentorship, and access to strategic resources to help entrepreneurs start, grow and sustain their businesses
Key features of our EEC:
- No-Cost Services
- Customized training in business development and management
- Mentorship and technical assistance
- Workshops and one-on-one advising
- Strategic partnerships and focused outreach programs
Through this program, we aim to expand access to business resources and support services across Southern Illinois, helping individuals and very small businesses overcome challenges to growth and success.
