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Diversely Owned Business Resources
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Diversely Owned Business Resources
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The Berwyn Development Corporation strives to empower all businesses to achieve the highest level of success and thereby help to create the strongest possible local economy. We identify that there are many barriers that minority-owned businesses face in achieving this goal. As a result, the BDC has developed programs and partnerships with community organizations to assist minority-owned businesses. The first step that one can take in supporting this initiative is identifying one's self as a minority-owned business.
Berwyn Development Corporation se esfuerza por capacitar a todas las empresas para que logren el más alto nivel de éxito y, por lo tanto, ayudar a crear la economía local más sólida posible. Identificamos que existen muchas barreras que enfrentan las empresas propiedad de minorías para lograr este objetivo. Como resultado, el BDC ha desarrollado programas y asociaciones con organizaciones comunitarias para ayudar a las empresas propiedad de minorías. El primer paso que se puede dar para apoyar esta iniciativa es identificarse como una empresa propiedad de minorías.
Necesito apoyo para mi negocio. Contacto: Erikao@berwyn.net o 708-749-6583
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National Black Business Month
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (DCEO - OMEE) hosted a series of webinars to celebrate National Black Business Month in August.
While many of these seminars have taken place, there are a few still open:
- *August 13th - Doing Business w/ Government: Fostering an inclusive and competitive business environment that will help Black Business Enterprises increase their capacity, grow revenue, and enhance credentials. Access Recording
- *Aug 20th - Black Business Lending: Access to Capital & Tax incentives: How Black Businesses can access financial resources and tax incentives to scale and grow a sustainable business that increases overall economic opportunity and growth in communities of color. Access Recording
Matthew J. Simpson, African American Business Development Manager
Matthew.simpson@illinois.gov
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DCEO continues to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, every year during September 15 – October 15, by offering a series of webinars targeting Latinx business owners in English and
Spanish. If you have any questions regarding any of the events, please email Diana Alfaro, Latino Business Development Manager, at diana.alfaro@illinois.gov.
· Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 3:00 p.m., “OMEE Grant: Best Practices” – We will be discussing best practices for applying for state grants, specifically, OMEE grant. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE and Office of Accountability. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Eira Corral Sepúlveda, Village Clerk for Hanover Park
- Kimberly Hill, DCEO Chief Accountability Officer
- Tiffany Hawkins, Cannabis Loan and Grant Program Manager
· Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 4:00 p.m., “Equity in Film: Latinx Perspectives” – We will be discussing equity in film. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE and DCEO IL Film Office. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Film programmer, Raul Benitez
- Filmmaker, Erika Valenciana
- Filmmaker, Christian Mejía
- Latino Film Festival, Pepe Vargas
- Peter Hawley, DCEO Deputy Director Illinois Film Office
· Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., “The Brand of U & How to Work It” - A workshop on branding in today's COVID-19 environment. The workshop will cover how entrepreneurs can brand and leverage technology to pivot their business to work for them during COVID-19. Learn from business 'disruptors' on how to capitalize using innovative approaches to position your business for success. Hosted by DCEO, GROUPON and LULAC - Latina Entrepreneurs NOW, in partnership with Latina Executive and Entrepreneur Network (L.E.E.N.), Mujeres Latinas en Accion and Chicago Latina Moms. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Sol Flores, Deputy Governor of Illinois
- Melanie Hellenga, VP, Brand Marketing, Groupon
- Erin Guthrie, Director, Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
- Letty Vélez, CEO of Vélez Global Enterprises & IC Genius
- Adela Cepeda, Chair, Angeles Investors
- Lizette Espinosa, CEO and Co-Founder, Infanttech
- Anita Padilla, Anchor, Fox 32 Chicago
- Caroline Sanchez Crozier, Founder and President, CSC Consulting Group
· Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., “Regulations, Workforce, and Finances” – Come here how to obtain applicable business licenses from IDFPR, how to hire and expand workforce, and business finances. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE and DCEO-OET in partnership with the Greater Peoria Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Julio Rodriguez, DCEO Deputy Director of Employment & Training
- Guadalupe Muchmore, Sr. Human Resources Generalist, Wittenstein
- Tom Abraham, President of Small Business Capital, Byline Bank
- Cecilia Abundis, Acting Director, Division of Professional Regulation, Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
· Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., “Latinas in Manufacturing” – Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, National Women Business Month, and Manufacturing Month, this webinar will discuss how Latinas in manufacturing got into the business, pivoted, and expanded into leadership roles. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE, DCEO-OET and Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE). Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Patricia Mota, President & CEO, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE)
- Brenda R. Wheeler, President, Jason Mechanical Corp.
- Rosa Maria Barnes, HR Business Partner, The Kraft Heinz Company
- Nancy A. Garcia, Chief Executive Officer / President, Noble Machine, LLC
· Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., “Certification and Government Contracting” – come here about how to get your business certified and expand into government contracting. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE, Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus, Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with CMS-BEP, Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Erin Guthrie, Director - Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
- Kristi Dula, DCEO Deputy Director of Office of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology
- Fernanda Pedraza-Schmitt, Branch Manager, Springfield, IL Branch Office, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Irma Lopez, Outreach Manager, CMS Business Enterprise Program
Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Representative
· (Spanish Webinar) Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., “Certification and Government Contracting” – come hear about how to get your business certified and expand into government contracting. Hosted by DCEO-OMEE, Groupon, Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus, Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with CMS-BEP, Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Mujeres Latinas en Accion. Register HERE
Speakers include, but not limited to:
- Ramiro Cavazos, President & Chief Executive Officer, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)
- Jaime di Paulo, President and CEO, Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Fernanda Pedraza-Schmitt, Branch Manager, Springfield, IL Branch Office, U.S. Small Business Administration
- Irma Lopez, Outreach Manager, CMS Business Enterprise Program
Adrian Soto - Executive Director, Greater Southwest Development Corporation
(En español) jueves, 15 de octubre de 2020 a las 2:00 p.m., “Certificación y Contratación Pública” – venga a escuchar cómo certificar su negocio y expandirse a la contratación pública. Coorganizado por DCEO-OMEE, Groupon, Caucus Legislativo Latino de Illinois, Cámara Comercio Hispana de Illinois en alianza con CMS-BEP, Aurora Cámara de Comercio Hispana Regional y Mujeres Latinas en Acción. Por favor regístrese aquí: gr.pn/herencia-hispana
Los oradores incluyen, entre otros:
- Ramiro Cavazos, Presidente y Director Ejecutivo, Cámara de Comercio Hispana de estados unidos (USHCC por sus siglas en inglés)
- Jaime di Paulo, Presidente y Director Ejecutivo, Cámara de Comercio Hispana de Illinois
- Fernanda Pedraza-Schmitt, Gerente de Sucursal, Springfield, IL Sucursal, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA por sus siglas en inglés)
- Irma Lopez, Gerente de extensión, CMS Business Enterprise Program
- Adrian Soto, Director Ejecutivo, Greater Southwest Development Corporation
For more information on webinars from Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE) please...
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Economic Opportunity Resources and Partners
Illinois Office of Minority Empowerment
The Office of Minority Economic Empowerment will focus and promote opportunities for all minority communities across the state through targeted programs, resources and advocates. The goal is to ensure minority enterprises have an equal opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Illinois economy and serve as an advocate for businesses, entrepreneurs and start-ups in traditionally economically-disadvantaged groups. The BDC's contact: Diana Alfaro, Latino Business Development Manager.
(si habla español)
Diana.alfaro@illinois.gov
312.919.3620
The mission of the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is to support and accelerate business development and growth, targeting women and serving all diverse business owners, in order to strengthen their participation in, and impact on, the economy. The BDC's contact: Maura Mitchell, Managing Director, Entrepreneurial Services: 312-853-3477 x 130 | mmitchell@wbdc.org
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email:info@berwyn.net
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BDC's Women in Business Monthly Meetings
It’s time to #LeanInTogether. The BDC’s Women in Business Group is founded on the belief that we are better together than alone.
The Women in Business Group is Berwyn’s first and only forum for women in all levels of business. Expect lively discussion on issues that are important to your growth. Connect with other local professionals on a deeper level, learn new best practices and build comradery with other women conquering the same challenges you face in your business and career. Want to join an upcoming meeting? Email: DoloresH@berwyn.net