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Hosted in collaboration by the Illinois SBDC-ITC at The Joseph Center, the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC).
Location:
Illinois SBDC-ITC at The Joseph Center
7600 W. Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL 60130
Room: Sanctuary East
(Parking is free and accessible)
This special National Small Business Week event will feature:
Veteran-focused business resources and support
Insights and best practices from successful veteran entrepreneurs
Opportunities to network with fellow veterans, resource partners, lenders, and business owners
Dedicated programming to help you start, grow, or scale your business
Prototyping & product development insights tied to the SBA’s Made in America Manufacturing Initiative
Step-by-step guidance on how to secure local, state, and federal contracts
Pathways to global markets — strategies for exporting and international expansion
Strategic advising and project support to tackle real-world business challenges and plan for sustainable growth
Entrepreneurship training designed to build both fundamentals and next-level leadership skills
Light lunch provided
Who Should Attend:
Aspiring veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs
Veteran-owned businesses seeking to grow or scale
Business owners looking to break into manufacturing, exporting, or government contracting
Supporters and partners of veteran-owned businesses
Any entrepreneur or business owner interested in tapping into powerful networks and practical resources
Let’s come together to celebrate and strengthen entrepreneurship!
Spots are limited! Register today to secure your seat.
Registration link: https://nsbw.eventbrite.com/
POINT OF CONTACTS:
Primary:
Andy Pham
Director
Illinois SBDC-ITC at The Joseph Center
7600 W. Roosevelt Road
Forest Park, IL 60130
p: 708.295.7831
Secondary:
Treazure Owens
CEO, Treazure Marketing
p: 708.973.4768
e: info@treazuremarketing.com
Subject "NSBW 2025 Inquiry"
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3012308-0
Booking: https://go.evvnt.com/3012308-2