Making Sense of the Key Financial Statements for Freelancers & Entrepreneurs as You Build Your Empire
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Contractor Development Program for Small Businesses
Contractor Development Program for Small Businesses
HACIA is kicking off 2024 with a program made for busy business owners in all the areas of construction – Contractors Development Program! Join subject matter experts in different areas of business management and construction skills to build know-how and enhance your network. HOW: This program brings an “à la carte” menu with 18 courses […]
Executive Fellows Program
Executive Fellows Program
HACIA Executive Fellows will provide Black & Latinx Business Owners with the real-world tools and strategies needed to master fundamental management concepts related to company stability and growth. For 16 weeks, you will gain valuable insights through a series of 1-hour long one-on-one executive coaching sessions with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in Finance, Business Development, […]
Making Sense of the Key Financial Statements for Freelancers & Entrepreneurs as You Build Your Empire
Making Sense of the Key Financial Statements for Freelancers & Entrepreneurs as You Build Your Empire
In Part I of The Financial Series for Small Businesses: Financial statements communicate the financial health of any business. Learn what is reported in financial statements and how to use them to improve decision making. Who Should Attend: Small business owners who are unsure of how to read financial statements or are uncertain of the […]
SBIF Grant May 2024 Application Period Webinar
SBIF Grant May 2024 Application Period Webinar
SomerCor and the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development provide a comprehensive overview of the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) program. Grant funds can be used by small businesses and certain non-profits for permanent building improvements. Residential projects are not eligible. TIF Districts scheduled to open in May 2024: 119th/I-57 47th/Ashland Lawrence/Pulaski Wilson […]
Lunch and Learn: Foundations First: Building Value-Driven Mission Statements for Emerging Businesses
Lunch and Learn: Foundations First: Building Value-Driven Mission Statements for Emerging Businesses
In celebration of National Small Business Week and the 40th anniversary of the Illinois SBDC Network, let’s work together in our focused one-hour workshop to unlock the core of your business identity. This session is specially designed for startups and businesses in the scaling phase. It emphasizes identifying fundamental values and creating strong mission statements. […]
Pricing Your Product for Success
Pricing Your Product for Success
McKinsey & Company reports that improving your pricing by just 1% can result in an over 8% increase in operating profits, proving that pricing decisions can significantly influence your bottom line. This session dives into strategies essential for profitability and competitiveness. It emphasizes the crucial role of the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), as it […]
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