Illinois SBDC at Southeastern Illinois College

09/15/2026

Need funding for your business idea?

We are hosting a business plan competition in Harrisburg and offering $20,000 in cash and prizes!

New & existing businesses are welcome to compete!

Are you an entrepreneur with a business idea, new concept, or expansion plan? Ready to take your vision to the next level? The 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤, is your opportunity to bring that vision to life. Submit a full business plan and deliver a compelling 90-second pitch for a chance to win. Past competitions have awarded over $20,000 in cash and in-kind services to help businesses thrive.

𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 https://sbdc.siu.edu/workshops/business-plan-competition.php 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Deadline to register is September 25, 2026.

09/11/2026

Interested in learning how to use Canva for your business marketing or content creation?

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

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

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!