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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.
OE3 Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Events
This is not a complete list of our events.
- NOFO Webinar Recording in English (from our January 14 webinar)
- NOFO Webinar Recording in Spanish (from our January 21 webinar)
- TA Program Application Webinar Recording (from our February 4 webinar)
- TA Program Application Webinar Recording in Spanish (from our February 7 webinar)
Office Hours series
The OE3 team will be online to field questions and provide assistance related to this grant opportunity. El seminario web se realizará en inglés, pero usted puede hacer preguntas en inglés o en español. Tenemos gente que podrá traducir su pregunta y darle una respuesta en español.
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Online with OE3* - Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses
Wednesday | April 2, 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
2nd Annual SheInspire Women of Impact Inspiring Change
Wednesday | March 26, 2025 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm | in-person
Hazel Crest Administration Offices. 3601 183rd Street, Hazel Crest, IL, USA
Join Us for the 2nd Annual SheInspire Women of Impact Inspiring Change!
In celebration of National Women’s History Month, Southland Development Authority proudly recognizes and uplifts women who champion equity, diversity, and inclusion in impactful ways. Diana Alfaro of OE3 will be a panelist.
2nd Annual Asian Women's Summit
Friday | March 28, 2025 | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | in-person
State of Illinois (Illinois Room) 555 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL 60661
The in-person summit is tailored for Asian American professional women from diverse sectors and industries, as well as for college students. Learn from Asian American women as well as allies/supporters from all backgrounds and communities who are subject matter experts in their industries. Hear their journeys, stories, and challenges in the lifetime of their career, both at the personal and professional levels.
Attendees from all backgrounds and communities are welcome to join us, too!