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Multicultural Programs

Latina Business Program


Launched in 2002, the Latina Business Program provides a full range of business services, presented in Spanish, to prospective and existing Latina entrepreneurs. Training and consultation is available at the WBDC downtown office and in several Chicagoland communities.  

The Latina Business Program is open to any prospective or established business owner who requires instruction in Spanish. 

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Targeted Workshops and Seminars    

The WBDC offers its core entrepreneurial training workshops and industry-specific training in the child care industry through its Latina Business Program.  All workshops are presented in Spanish. 

Business Counseling – WBDC counselors work with clients on an individual basis to work through issues, discuss and develop strategies, and enhance managerial skills. To schedule an appointment, please contact Maria Lopez, Bilingual Trainer/Counselor, at 312.853.3477 X 38 or mlopez@wbdc.org  

Financial Assistance   
 
The WBDC works with business owners to develop and implement the financing strategy that will best serve their business needs.  Specialized services include loan packaging and pre and post loan technical assistance. Financial assistance is available in Spanish.  For more information, please contact Maria Lopez, Bilingual Trainer/Counselor, at 312.853.3477 X 38 or mlopez@wbdc.org

Events / Networking Opportunities   

Child Care Business Expo – This annual event is an energizing day of business workshops and resources.  Full of lively presentations, state-of-the-art industry information, networking, exclusive access to industry vendors, and more for all levels of child care providers.  Each workshop includes a veteran provider and WBDC business expert.  All offerings are presented in English and Spanish.  Please click here for more information and to register. 

Specialized Assistance  

Referrals to Specialized Business Professionals – The WBDC has a database of professionals with expertise in a variety of disciplines, including accountants, lawyers, graphic designers, and sales consultants, who are willing to work with small and medium sized businesses.  For referral information, please contact the WBDC at 312.853.3477 X 0 or wbdc@wbdc.org 

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Asian Women’s Business Program


Launched in 2006, in partnership with the Women’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor, the Asian Women’s Business Program was a two year demonstration project providing a full range of business services to prospective and established Asian and Asian American women entrepreneurs in the Chicago area.

The Asian Women’s Business Program provided entrepreneurial training, business counseling, resources and support to assist these women in their pursuit to own successful businesses in spite of possible cultural and language differences.  Workshops were held at the WBDC’s downtown office and in suburban areas with heavy Asian populations.

In 2008, at the close of the project, the program had assisted over 120 women and was deemed highly successful.  The WBDC continues to assist Asian and Asian American women business owners through its ongoing programs and services.

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 Targeted Workshops 

The WBDC offers its core entrepreneurial training workshops and industry-specific training in the child care and retail/franchise industries through its Asian Women’s Business Program.  All workshops are presented in English.  Please <click here> for full workshop descriptions and to register.  

Business Coaching  

WBDC counselors work with clients on an individual basis to work through issues, discuss and develop strategies, and enhance managerial skills. To schedule an appointment, please call 312.853.3477 X 0 or wbdc@wbdc.org 

Events / Networking Opportunities  

Business Exchange – Meet to discuss issues and challenges being faced as you continue to expand your business.  Utilize the group setting as a resource and for peer support.  The Business Exchange is open to all businesses making a minimum of $50,000 in annual sales.  For more information or to register, please contact call  312.853.3477 X 0

Specialized Assistance  

Referrals to Specialized Business Professionals – The WBDC has a database of professionals with expertise in a variety of disciplines, including accountants, lawyers, graphic designers, and sales consultants, who are willing to work with small and medium sized businesses.  For referral information, please contact the WBDC at 312.853.3477 X 0 or wbdc@wbdc.org

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