Want to use AI to grow your business-but without the overwhelm or confusion? In this training, Maria Elena Duron-Google Coach and AI Integration Strategist-shares real-world ways to start using AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, Fathom Notetaker, and Gamma AI to boost productivity, visibility, and decision-making in your small business. This isn’t theory. It’s […]
AI isn’t just for tech giants. It’s your small business accelerator-if you know how to use it right. This webinar walks you through practical AI strategies that help you move faster, get found, and compete smarter. What You’ll Learn: Built for: Solo entrepreneurs, creators, and small business teams ready to stop winging it and start […]
4 Day Live Training: September 9 -12th 11:00am- 12pm CT Session 1: Leveling Up With Google Whether you're refreshing your Google Business Profile or trying to stand out in a competitive market, this webinar covers the visibility strategies that work now. You'll learn how to optimize your profile, show up in AI and voice searches, […]
4 Day Live Training: September 9 -12th 11:00am- 12pm CT Session 2: Shield. Sharpen. Scale: AI Strategy for Small Business AI isn’t a trend-it’s the new terrain. In this clarity-driven session, you’ll learn how to navigate that landscape with a practical AI strategy that protects, sharpens, and scales your small business without the overwhelm. This […]
4 Day Live Training: September 9 -12th 11:00am- 12pm CT Session 3: Visibility Signals that Win in AI Search AI-powered search doesn’t see your content like a human. It reads structure, relevance, and trust. This session teaches you how to send the right signals to both AI and your audience—so you show up and get […]
4 Day Live Training: September 9 -12th 11:00am- 12pm CT Session 4: AI Without Regret: Building Smarter Systems That Protect and Perform AI should be a growth engine-not a liability. But without the right systems in place, even well-meaning business owners can create more risk than results. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to design […]
This in-person workshop is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this 2-hour workshop, at no cost, you will learn how […]
From Idea to Manufacturing: Your Pathway Starts Here Have an invention, prototype, or product idea you want to bring to life? Join us for Manufacturing 101: MVP to MFG – a two-part series helping innovators, makers, and small manufacturers turn concepts into reality. Discussion Topics: Meet the experts guiding you from prototype to production: Jeremy […]
YouTube is the second-largest search engine—and it’s now feeding AI tools directly. Learn how to create trust-building, searchable video content that boosts authority, leads, and visibility. What You’ll Learn: Built for: • Business owners, educators, and marketers who want to expand visibility using AI-optimized video content on YouTube Presented by: Maria Elena Duron, Championing the […]
National APEX Day Celebration Join us on National APEX Day for a no cost event where you'll have the opportunity to connect directly with Susan Morris, Director & Cybersecurity Adviser at the APEX Accelerator Center at Bradley University, and learn how the APEX program can help your business succeed in government contracting. We're also excited […]
This in-person workshop is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this 2-hour workshop, at no cost, you will learn how […]
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can finTariffs, tariffs and more international tariffs! If you are getting confused, don’t worry. The Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at The Turner Center for Entrepreneurship is pleased to host a 30-minute webinar covering the basics of international trade tariffs, how […]
