Upcoming Webinars
Cannabis in the Workplace
August 29th, 2024 @ 10:30am
In 2019, Illinois became the 11th state to legalize cannabis for adult use, effective January 1, 2020. Four and a half years later, employers and employees are still trying to navigate this new law.
Join us on August 29th at 10:30am, for a webinar hosting Attorney Brian Wacker of The Cook Group, to discuss the legalities of cannabis use in the workplace. Then we will hear from Chad Thompson, Corporate Human Resources General Manager, North American Lighting, on their approaches and policies related towards cannabis.
Past Webinars
State of the Housing Market
Join us on July 25th at 10:30am, for a webinar reviewing the region's housing market during the last half of 2023 through the first half of 2024.
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Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center
Unlock the potential of your manufacturing enterprise with the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC).
Presented on: May 30, 2024
New Market Tax Credits 101
Learn about the New Markets Tax Credit Program with Brian Hollenback, Central States Development Partners, Inc. and the Economic Growth Corporation
Presented on: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Illinois Small Business Development Centers
Within the last year, there has been new leadership and an expansion of the Small Business Development Centers servicing Southcentral and Southeastern Illinois.
Presented on: Thursday, March 28, 2024
State Small Business Credit Initiative
Illinois will receive up to $354.6 Million to administer four programs as part of the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI 2.0).
Presented on: Feb 29, 2024
Leadership Crawford County
Business Navigator Alliance webinar Leadership Crawford County.
Presented on: Feb. 1, 2024
Hometown Holiday Happenings
This online event highlighted seasonal happenings from across the region.
Presented on: Nov. 16, 2023
Manufacturing & the Crucial Role It Plays in Our Regional Economy
The State of Illinois celebrates manufacturing for the entire month of October. In recognition of this celebration, on Thursday, September 28 at 10:30 a.m. the Business Navigator Alliance of Southcentral and Southeastern Illinois will host a webinar focusing on the crucial role manufacturing plays in the regional economy.
Presented on: September 28, 2023
Crawford County Housing: A Community Building Together, Building Stronger
Attendees will learn about Crawford County’s recent housing planning analysis and the launch of collaborations between local government and private industry to meet the goal of providing more than 200 new residential units before 2027.
Presented on: August 31, 2023
Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act Live Stream
Earlier this year, Illinois passed the Paid Leave for All Workers Act into law. This act provides employees with up to 40 hours of paid leave during a 12-month period. This act makes Illinois the third state in the nation to mandate paid time off to be used for any reason.
Presented on: July 27, 2023
Illinois Finance Authority PACE Program
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) is a tool that can be used to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements on commercial property.
Presented on: June 22, 2023
Mental Wellness & Its Impact on Business
In 2023, mental health in the workplace continues to be a major focus.
Presented on: Thursday, May 18, 2023
Data for Decision Makers
Deep dive into regional demographic, business and economic data for Clark, Coles, Crawford, Edgar, Effingham and Moultrie Counites.
Presented on: April 27, 2023
New & Updated Initiatives for Businesses
Recent legislative changes to a variety of Illinois’ Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) business programs are aimed to help businesses access capital and assist them in expanding their workforce and start-up activity.
Presented on: March 30, 2023
Business Solutions and Support for Child Care Businesses
Child care businesses, whether licensed in home family providers or centers, are foundational to a community’s present and future economic success.
Presented on: February 23, 2023
Economic Tools to Build Your Community
Understanding and utilizing economic development tools like Tax Increment Financing Districts, Business Districts and Enterprise Zones is key to growing successful communities.
Presented on: January 26, 2023
Hometown Holiday Happenings
Shop and celebrate close to home this holiday season.
Presented on: December 1, 2022
National Women’s Small Business Month
Celebrate National Women's Small Business month as we highlight regional business leaders.
Presented on: October 27, 2022
Energy
Energy costs have been top of mind for businesses and residents across East and Southcentral Illinois.
Presented on: September 29, 2022
State of the Region
The Economic State of East and Southcentral Illinois Region
Presented on: August 25, 2022
Local Business Resilience
Examples of local business resilience fostered by fantastic customer service.
Presented on: July 28, 2022
Local Apprenticeships
Learn how to establish an apprenticeship for your business.
Presented on: June 26, 2022
Regional Childcare Initiatives
Child care is economic infrastructure. Learn how your community and businesses can address child care shortages.
Presented on: May 26, 2022
Regional Housing Initiatives
Lack of housing is a challenge for most communities - leveraging public/private partnerships can help.
Presented on: April 28, 2022
Apprenticeships
Utilizing local apprenticeship opportunities
Presented on: March 31, 2022
Intro to SBCD & DCEO
Highlights programs and resources the State of Illinois has made available to help businesses reach the next level
Presented on: February 24, 2022
Access to Capital
Learn more about accessing resources that can stimulate recovery and provide support as the economy rebounds from the pandemic.
Presented on: January 27, 2022
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