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National Small Business Week Celebrating Veterans and Military Spouses


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"

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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3012308-0

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