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  • July 2026

  • Thu 16
    July 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Before Your Business: Building Your Founder’s Mindset

    Peoria NEXT Innovation Center 801 W Main Street, Peoria, IL, United States

    Before the business, there’s YOU—and that’s where smart founders start. Before you commit time and money, take a step back and assess your readiness. You’ll evaluate your goals, skills, support network, and resources to understand what it really takes, what it really could cost, and where to focus next.  TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: Our Speaker: Amy […]

  • Thu 16
    July 16 @ 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Before Your Business: Building Your Business Model Canvas

    Peoria NEXT Innovation Center 801 W Main Street, Peoria, IL, United States

    BEFORE THE BUSINESS: Build and Test Your Business Model Canvas helps aspiring entrepreneurs avoid moving forward before understanding how the business will actually work. In this hands-on workshop, participants will pressure test their idea, identify customers, clarify value, explore revenue and costs, spot gaps, and uncover assumptions before investing time, money, and energy into launch. […]

  • Wed 22
    July 22 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

     Get Your Business on Google Search and Maps: Optimizing for AI and Gemini- Grow with Google

    If your business isn’t on Google, you don’t exist to the modern customer. But today, "being on Google" means more than just a pin on a map. It means being […]

  • Wed 29
    July 29 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Building Marketing Assets Faster – Grow with Google

    Creating consistent, high-quality marketing materials can be time-consuming — especially when you’re running a small business. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use Nano Banana to quickly generate […]

  • August 2026

  • Tue 25
    August 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Automate Business Workflows Using Gemini – Grow with Google

    Small business owners wear many hats, but repetitive tasks shouldn’t slow you down. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use Gemini to automate and streamline everyday business workflows […]

  • Wed 26
    August 26 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Sharpen Your Product Idea with Gemini- Grow with Google

    Have a product idea but unsure if it’s worth building? In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how to use Gemini AI to validate your concept before investing time, money, or […]

  • Thu 27
    August 27 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Make AI Work for Local Businesses- Grow with Google

    Heard the buzz about AI, but wondering what it actually means for your business? This workshop cuts through the noise. By exploring practical applications and real-life examples from business owners […]

  • Fri 28
    August 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Make Better Decisions with Analytics and AI- Grow with Google

    Your data is talking. Are you listening? Artificial Intelligence has changed the game. You no longer need to be a math whiz to understand your website. This beginner-friendly workshop shows […]

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