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Webinars and Events

Upcoming Webinars and Events

Online with OE3 - Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses
Every 1st Wednesday of the month | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Virtual

Advantage Illinois Consumer Webinar
February 17, 2026 | 12:00PM-1:00PM | Virtual

Learn How Advantage Illinois Can Help You Fund Your Small Business - In-Person Roundtable
March 18, 2026 | 12:00PM-1:00PM | 1000 Eleven South, Columbia, IL. 62236

Starting your Business in Illinois
March 18, 2026 | 3:00PM-5:00PM | 1000 Eleven South, Columbia, IL. 62236

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Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment

Office of Regional Economic Development

American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA) for Non-entitlement Units (NEU) of Local Government

Energy Assistance for Winter