Illinois Small Business Development Center

"Helping Lake County Businesses grow and succeed!"

Looking for a small business loan?

Has your search for small business financing been unsuccessful?

NEW LAKE COUNTY SMALL BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at the College of Lake County is offering access to small business micro-loans in cooperation with Accion-Chicago. See if you qualify for the NEW Lake County Small Business Loan Program or call (847) 543-2033 for more information.

2009 Recovery Act

On March 16 the Obama Administration announced that the Treasury Department will commit up to $15 billion to help unlock secondary markets for small business loans. Recovery Act details and frequently asked questions

Workshops

About SBDC

The College of Lake County's Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) assists in assessing the viability and developing business ventures within the Lake County. Our services include:

One-on-one consulting by noted experts
Assistance in developing business plans
Support in securing loans
Referrals to small business service providers
Access to our small business resource library
Interactive workshops

Our workshop series entitled, Know to Grow, covers five topics that are important for the healthy development and growth of a small business. Workshops feature small class sizes, expert instruction and incorporate the latest in technology and business trends. Workshops areas include:

Accounting and Finance
Start-up and Business Planning
Legalities of Business Ownership
Marketing/Sales/Public Relations
eCommerce and Technology

The Illinois SBDC is YOUR partner to success. Begin the process today by signing up for FREE confidential business consulting services.

Appointments are available day or evening in Grayslake. With Thursday evening and Saturday morning appointments available in Vernon Hills. A bilingual counselor is available in Grayslake.