Workshops and Events
Our learning opportunities are designed to help you expand your knowledge, sharpen skills, and get the business support you need. Covering topics like leadership, project management, marketing, and more, these sessions are available at little to no cost. Whether in-person or virtual, each session provides practical insights for professional growth.
Launch That Business
Starting September 9, 2025
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Every Tuesday through November 11
Online or in-person
Graduation Spotlight: Friday, November 14, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, in-person
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Every Tuesday through November 11
Online or in-person
Graduation Spotlight: Friday, November 14, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, in-person
Launch That Business is a no-cost, 10-week training program that helps emerging micro-entrepreneurs and small business owners take the key steps to launch and grow their businesses in Illinois. Participants benefit from targeted instruction, weekly assignments, and one-on-one guidance from EEC small business advisors. Together, these tools help them register, organize, and grow with confidence. Flexible learning options and a supportive peer community make it a practical fast track to business success.
Class Schedule
- Week 1 - Business Plans
- Week 2 - Formation
- Week 3 - Bookkeeping
- Week 4 - Financials
- Week 5 - Websites
- Week 6 - Marketing
- Week 7 - Pitches
- Week 8 - Business Etiquette
- Week 9 – Business Tools
- Week 10 – Trade Shows & Events
- Graduation Spotlight