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Upcoming OE3* Events & Webinars
All events and webinars are open to everyone but intentionally target specific OE3* communities. Feel free to contact us at CEO.OE3@illinois.gov if we don't answer your questions during our webinars or contact the First Stop Business Information Center Helpline at 1-800-252-2923. Spanish speaking assistance is available.
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Online with OE3* - Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses
Wednesday | May 7, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Virtual
Access to financial capital, such as grants and loans, is crucial for business growth. Join OE3's Business Development Managers for an online conversation and get the latest updates on financial resources, federal, state, and local government programs, as well as other opportunities. You can ask us anything about your business in English or Spanish. Don't miss out!
*Formerly OMEE
Other Events
Native Edge Tourism (NET) - Free Business Training
Thursday | April 17, 2025 | 8:30 am – 2:00 pm | in-person
BMO Tower. 320 South Canal Street Chicago, IL 60606
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development is in partnership with the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity-Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment and BMO “Zero Barriers to Business” Program. Learn how to leverage the tourism sector to grow your business, partnering with the Gichigamiin indigenous nations museum, gain financial empowerment for native entrepreneurs and beyond, and more.