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Events & Webinars
IMPROVING PROFITABILITY THROUGH EXPENSE REDUCTION
Discover practical strategies to cut costs and drive greater profitability for your business.
ACHIEVE Summit - Presented By the SDA
SDA will be hosting the achieve summit on June 27th- June 29th, an event for real estate investors and business owners.
Roll Call! Veteran Professional Networking
Join us for Roll Call: Veteran Professional Networking hosted by the Southland Development Authority (SDA) in Tinley Park. This is your chance to meet our partners, sponsors, and other supporters dedicated to helping veterans thrive.
2025 Investment Outlook for Chicagoland Webinar
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the economic forces shaping your community
Elevate Your Business with a Strong Personal Brand Webinar
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to strengthen your personal brand and take your business to new heights.
Sourcing Opportunities Webinar
hosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator and the Southland Development Authority (SDA).
CMMC for Small Businesses Webinar
hosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator and the Southland Development Authority (SDA).
Government Contracting 101 Webinar
hosted by the Illinois APEX Accelerator and the Southland Development Authority (SDA).
2025 Tax Pro Assistance Program Orientation
Are you ready to take control of your business finances? Join us on January 8th at 11:00 AM for the 2025 Tax Pro Assistance Program Orientation!
The Missing Middle Riddle: How to Build Housing for the Middle Class in Today’s Economy
Join us for an engaging seminar that addresses one of the most pressing challenges in today’s housing market: building affordable, high-quality housing for middle-income families. The housing market in Chicagoland is deeply polarized, with affordable housing on one end and luxury housing on the other, leaving a critical gap known as the “missing middle.”
This event will explore innovative approaches to zoning, building, and financing housing solutions that fill this gap—such as townhomes, duplexes, and small multi-family units. Attendees will gain insights into how these housing models can meet the needs of young families and middle-income workers, offering practical solutions for creating sensibly priced homes in the region.
Speakers:
Eleanor Gorski, CEO & President, Chicago Architecture Center
Katherine Darnstadt, Founding Principal, Latent
Jay Readey, Southland Development Authority & Metro Alliance
Wyllys Mann, Pivotal
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with housing and economic development experts and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable housing market in Chicagoland.
What is Worker Ownership as a Succession Planning Tool?
A Southland Development Authority webinar on using worker ownership for succession planning, covering its benefits for business legacy, employee empowerment, and sustainability.
ServSafe Managers Certification Training
A Southland Development Authority in-person session covering instruction and the exam for ServSafe Managers Certification.
October Edition: Coffee Connections
A Southland Development Authority networking opportunity for business owners to connect while enjoying a cup of coffee.
Hire Southland - October
SDA is excited to invite you to HIRE SOUTHLAND: Career Discovery and Workforce Development Day, a dynamic event designed to support job seekers and workforce development.
Facing the Fear Webinar
Do you feel anxious about public speaking or being on camera? You're not alone! We've heard your requests and are excited to invite you to our highly anticipated webinar.
Coffee Connections
Join us for the third edition of Coffee Connections , an exclusive networking event!
Business Financial Fundamentals Cohort Orientation
Business Financial Fundamentals Cohort
ServSafe Sanitation Manager Certification
Exciting news! We've partnered with the Illinois Restaurant Association to offer a FREE ServSafe Sanitation Manager Certification training class! This certification is a MUST for all Illinois restaurants, and we're thrilled to cover all costs for this invaluable opportunity.
Impact Forum
Join us at the Impact Insight Forum on June 7th, 2024!
Discover the art of measuring economic development impact with experts from foundation representatives, local and county governments, and impact evaluation practitioners.
Canva For Business Owners
Join our Canva Workshop to elevate your branding and marketing materials - no design skills needed!
Everything HR Webinar
Join us for the "Everything HR" Peer to Peer Q&A webinar on May 22nd at 4 PM!
Balance & Resilience: SDA's Mental Health Day Event for Business Owners
Balance & Resilience: SDA's Mental Health Day Event for Business Owners
Veteran Business Support Symposium
The SDA’s Business Growth Services team, in collaboration with the village of Richton Park, will host a veteran business support symposium. The symposium will feature a panel discussion with business and civic leaders who have also served in our nation’s military.
Small Business Week Celebration Breakfast
Join us for the Small Business Week Breakfast at The Lyric Theater in Blue Island on May 2nd from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM! Celebrate your success as a business owner and network with peers and enjoy a delicious breakfast catered by Natural Law of Blue Island.
Why SEO Matters Webinar
Unlock the secrets to boosting your online presence from day one! Join us for our exclusive webinar, "Why SEO Matters from Day 1 of a Business," featuring Michael Ewell, SEO Strategist at Kahawai Content Company.
Think Like a CFO
Are you looking to boost your business's financial acumen? Join us for a FREE webinar that's just for you!
Unleashing Entrepreneurial Leadership
Get ready to elevate your leadership to extraordinary heights with Sip as our co-host for an unmissable event!