The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is celebrating National Women’s Business Month throughout October by recognizing the significant contributions of women-owned businesses throughout the state. The celebration – which is designated through a proclamation – includes business resources such as virtual and in-person events, resource guides for financial and social capital, business spotlights on social media, and a social media campaign to support and elevate Illinois women-owned businesses. DCEO will host an in-person resource session for inspiring women entrepreneurs.

Connecting HER to Illinois Business Resources
Monday, October 30 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. | In-Person
Market Street Music Conservatory | 310 N. Market St. Marion, IL
Tailored for women-owned businesses of all stages, future women entrepreneurs, and aspiring female founders. Join DCEO and the City of Marion for a presentation focused on inspiring, connecting, and advancing Illinois women-owned businesses, future women entrepreneurs, and aspiring female founders with business resources and opportunities offered across Illinois’ entrepreneurial ecosystem.

To learn more about ongoing resources and programs for businesses, follow DCEO on social media @IllinoisDCEO.