Event Calendar

★ Join the Illinois Broadband Lab for a Statewide Digital Equity and Broadband Summit In Chicago!

May 08

The Illinois Broadband Lab, in partnership with the National Digital Inclusions Alliance (NDIA), will convene leaders, communities, organizations and businesses from across the region to work together on building our...

★ Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: Insights and Implications

May 08 • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM • Online Event

DetailsJoin the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Rock Valley College for an essential webinar on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a new law that requires small businesses to file...

★ Join the Illinois Broadband Lab for a Statewide Digital Equity and Broadband Summit In Chicago!

May 10

The Illinois Broadband Lab, in partnership with the National Digital Inclusions Alliance (NDIA), will convene leaders, communities, organizations and businesses from across the region to work together on building our...

★ Financial Basics

May 14 • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Learn the basics about budgeting and banking.REGISTER  

★ Finding and Applying for Jobs Workshop

May 14 • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Utilize a variety of websites to find and apply for jobs.REGISTER 

★ Government Contracting Beginner's Boot Camp - Live

May 14 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sign UpGovernment Contracting Beginner's Boot CampDate/Time: Introduction to Government Contracting    5/7/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Market Research - Who Buys What You Sell    5/14/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Tips on Capability Statements    5/21/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM...

★ Interview Skills Workshop

May 14 • 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Discover the tips and skills to shine at your next interview.REGISTER   

★ Resume Writing Skills Workshop - Virtual

May 14 • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Learn how to create and polish a professional resume.REGISTER

★ Digital Equilty Education

May 15 • 12:00 PM • Webinar

 REGISTERThis webinar will explore the concept of educating for digital equity, investigate how education can enhance and guide digital equity initiatives, and consider actionable methods for organizations to implement educational...

★ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) & Open Meetings Act OMA

May 16 • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

FOIA and OMA Presented by: Christopher Boggs, Deputy Public Access Counselor, Public Access Bureau, Illinois Attorney General’s OfficeUniversity of Illinois Extension and Rural Partners/Governors Rural Affairs Council (GRAC) will host two...

★ DECODING CMMC: A Step-by-Step Compliance Roadmap

May 16 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

REGISTERUnpack the complexities of CMMC compliance with a clear, step-by-step roadmap. From scoping to certification, this session lays out each phase, helping you navigate the path to compliance with confidence.

★ Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month 2024 - Entrepreneur Networking Event

May 20 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • The Joseph Center - East Room • 7600 Roosevelt Road • Forest Park, IL 60130

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, join OMEE and the Illinois Small Business Development Centers, for an enlightening conversation about the intersection of AI and small businesses. Discover how AI...

★ Advancing the AAPI Community Through Innovation

May 20 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • The Joseph Center • Sanctuary East Room • Forest Park, IL 60130

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, join OMEE and the Illinois Small Business Development Centers, for an enlightening conversation about the intersection of AI and small businesses. Discover how AI...

★ Government Contracting Beginner's Boot Camp - Live

May 21 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sign UpGovernment Contracting Beginner's Boot CampDate/Time: Introduction to Government Contracting    5/7/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Market Research - Who Buys What You Sell    5/14/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Tips on Capability Statements    5/21/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM...

★ Thriving Communities Webinar Series: Illinois Climate Bank

May 21 • 12:00 PM

Thriving Communities Webinar Series: Illinois Climate Bank  The Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) was recently designated as the Illinois Climate Bank. In this role, they are providing funding and programs for communities...

★ ACE Conference & Expo

May 23 • 2:30 PM • Embassy Suites • 416 South Main Street • Rockford, IL 61101

★ Resume Writing and Skills Workshop

May 28 • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Learn how to create and polish a professional resume.REGISTER 

★ Government Contracting Beginner's Boot Camp - Live

May 28 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sign UpGovernment Contracting Beginner's Boot CampDate/Time: Introduction to Government Contracting    5/7/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Market Research - Who Buys What You Sell    5/14/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM (CDT)    Tips on Capability Statements    5/21/2024    11:00 AM    - 12:00 PM...

★ Community Reinvestment Act (CRA): Impact and Responsiveness Under the New CRA: How Can Banks be Impactful and Responsive

May 28 • 12:00 PM

This session will dive into the modernized Community Reinvestment Act specifically on the Impact and Responsiveness of Community Development Loans, Investments, and Services. An overview of the 12 new impact...

★ Completing the FAFSA

May 28 • 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street, Belvidere • Belvidere, IL 61008

Navigate the FAFSA application process.REGISTER

★ Professional Communication Workshop

May 28 • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Midland States Bank • 600 S. State Street • Belvidere, IL 61008

Improve your ability to communicate, advocate, and resolve conflicts at work.REGISTER

★ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) & Open Meetings Act OMA

May 30 • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

FOIA and OMA Presented by: Christopher Boggs, Deputy Public Access Counselor, Public Access Bureau, Illinois Attorney General’s OfficeUniversity of Illinois Extension and Rural Partners/Governors Rural Affairs Council (GRAC) will host two...

★ Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month - Entrepreneur Networking Event

May 30 • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM • KPMG • 55th Floor, Sao Paolo Room • Chicago, IL

KPMG is proud to host a networking event in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join us and co-hosts Gold House and AHN as we recognize the...

★ Online with OMEE - Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses

June 05 • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Is access to financial capital important for your business?The Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE) Business Development Managers invite you to an online conversation that's open to all minorities ((racial/ethnic),...

★ Manufacturing Workforce Solutions Summit

June 12 • 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM • Elgin Community College • 1700 Spartan Drive • Elgin, IL 60123

3nd Annual Moving Makers Forward:Manufacturing Workforce Solutions SummitWednesday, June 12 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM Elgin Community College1700 Spartan Dr, Elgin, IL 60123Schedule8:30 AM Registration & NetworkingWelcome: 9:15 AMKeynote Presentation: 9:30 AMPanel...

★ Strategic Scoping: Simplifying CMMC Compliance

June 20 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

REGISTERUncover the art of ‘scoping’ to streamline your CMMC journey, focusing on defining the IT boundaries that contain CUI. This approach not only simplifies compliance but also makes it more...

★ CMMC 2.0: Navigating the Latest Updates and What They Mean for You

July 18 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

REGISTER Stay ahead of the curve with insights into the latest CMMC 2.0 updates, including the impact of the revision of NIST SP 800-171 (Rev 3). Understand the changes, anticipate new...

★ IMA's 2024 Women Makers Series of Kick Off Event: The Power of Being a Woman Maker

July 24 • Sheraton Lisle Naperville Hotel • 3000 Warrenville Road • Lisle, IL 60532

Women Makers are invited to join us for the kick-off of the IMA's 2024 Women Makers Series: The Power of Being a Woman Maker. This in-person event will connect you...

★ MPAC Golf Outing

August 13 • 7:00 AM • Klein Creek Golf Club • 1N333 Pleasant Hill Road • Winfield, IL 60190

MPAC Golf OutingTuesday, August 13, 2024Klein Creek Golf Club in WinfieldRegistration: 7:00 AMContinental Breakfast: 8:00 AMShotgun Start: 9:00 AMLunch: 1:00 PMSponsorship Opportunities Available (dgriffith@ima-net.org)  

★ CMMC 2.0: Navigating the Latest Updates and What They Mean for You

August 15 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

REGISTERStay ahead of the curve with insights into the latest CMMC 2.0 updates, including the impact of the revision of NIST SP 800-171 (Rev 3). Understand the changes, anticipate new...