Illinois SBDC at Southeastern Illinois College

08/24/2026

Interested in learning more about using Canva to assist with your social media, business flyers, and other marketing materials?

Join us for this no-cost training! Open to the public.

Register: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/42268

08/17/2026

Just a reminder- we will have a no-cost training at the Harrisburg Library tomorrow for anyone interested in starting a business.

Register: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/41508

Interested in learning what it takes to start your own business? Join us at Harrisburg District Library on August 18th!

No-cost and open to the public!

Register: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/41508

08/10/2026

Looking for lunch plans Wednesday? Come join us! All are welcome!

08/03/2026

We are here to help you start your business at no-cost!

Not only do we have expertise in new-business, we also assist with all stages of business, new, existing, growing, downsizing, etc.

Schedule an appointment to discuss your business start, business ideas, business plan assistance, market research and more!

Email: [email protected]

07/20/2026

Interested in learning what it takes to start your own business? Join us at Harrisburg District Library on August 18th!

No-cost and open to the public!

Register: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/41508

07/14/2026

Join IDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Supportive Services and the Illinois APEX Accelerator at SIU for this valuable, in-person training and networking event to advance your contracting capacity with IDOT and its prime contractors.

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 10 AM to Noon
Location: Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center, 1740 Innovation Drive, Carbondale

This workshop is designed for prime and sub-contractors in road construction, engineering and consulting firms, suppliers, manufacturers, trucking companies, and other businesses interested in growing through IDOT and transportation-related contracting opportunities. All levels can benefit!

Learn about:
*IDOT DBE Supportive Services Program
*Certification, Management, and Technical Assistance
*Navigating the IDOT Bulletin
*Upcoming Contracting Opportunities
*New IFR Updates
*Resources from APEX Accelerator for certifications, registrations, and no-cost services

Registration:
https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/42142

07/06/2026

Join the us for a Basic Accounting Workshop hosted in partnership with the SBDC, SIC Workforce and Community Education & Kathy Rice of Rice Accounting & Tax.

Interested in learning new skills or refreshing your existing accounting knowledge? This workshop is perfect for you! This is no-cost and open to the public.

Tuesday, August 18th from 9am-11am at SIC in Carmi!

Register: https://sic.jotform.com/261866090266968

Email [email protected] with any questions!

07/01/2026

Clients! A great opportunity at SIU Small Business Development Center!

𝑺𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒕𝒆!

Mark your calendars for the 𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟒, at the 𝐆𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 1785 University Press Drive in Carbondale.

Designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs, Marketing Unleashed is packed with fresh ideas, practical insights and valuable networking opportunities. Discover the latest tools, strategies and techniques to help grow your business and strengthen your marketing.

Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to take an established business to the next level, you won't want to miss this year's event.

Speaker announcements and registration information are coming soon. Stay tuned!

bit.ly/MarketingUnleashed2026

07/01/2026

Interested in learning how to use excel for your business or want a refresher?

Join us for a no-cost training on Tuesday, July 7th at 2:30pm in SIC G120.

This training is open to the public and completely no-cost!

To register: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/42109