Turn your business idea into reality—one step at a time.
The Venture Series Webinars are designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners build a strong foundation for business success. Hosted by the Entrepreneurial Support Program at UIC, this four-part online series breaks down the essential stages of starting and launching a business.

🧭 Whether you’re exploring your first idea or preparing to launch, this series will equip you with tools, resources, and actionable next steps.

🖥️ All sessions are held virtually. $10 per session. FREE for the UIC community.

🔹 Venture Series Lineup:

✅ Venture Start

📅 Tuesday, Nov 4 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
Learn how to identify and access the local resources available to support your startup. You’ll walk away with a personalized roadmap for your next steps.

✅ Venture Viability

📅 Tuesday, Nov 11 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
Test your business idea for staying power. Explore how to assess your market, competition, product fit, and profit potential.

✅ Venture Finance

📅 Tuesday, Nov 18 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
Get clear on your funding options—from grants to loans—and develop a funding strategy tailored to your business goals.

✅ Venture Launch

📅 Tuesday, Nov 25 | 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
Address the legal, regulatory, and tax requirements to launch successfully. Avoid common mistakes and plan confidently with a startup checklist.

📌 Note: Please register separately for each session you wish to attend. A Zoom link will be sent 1–2 days before each webinar.

📩 Questions? Contact Steve at sbob@uic.edu

📝 No refund policy applies. Substitutions are welcome with 24 hours’ notice.