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April 2009

Apr
30

Financing Your Business

The DePaul University community is invited to attend “Financing Your Business,” an exciting installment of the Chicago Urban League Entrepreneurship Center’s Business Plan Bootcamp series, on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. The event will be held at The Chicago Urban League, 4510 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653.

Apr
27

Follow Coleman Center Member, Jen Moran, In Bolivia

Follow The Coleman Center's student member and owner of Solidarity Clothing, Jennifer Moran, on her Bolivian journey as she writes about her time visiting producers, helping out with a medical mission, and exploring the poverty stricken country.

Apr
27

Students For Entrepreneurs Offering $1,500 Scholarship

Could you use $1,500 to pay for school? If so, stop by the Coleman Center- DePaul Center, Suite 8100, and apply for a scholarship sponsored by Students for Entrepreneurs.

Apr
22

Why Do So Many Entrepreneurs Want to Raise Capital?

Raman Chadha, Executive Director of the Coleman Center, explores the disconnect between the availability of equity financing and the continued strong market interest.

Apr
20

Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur of 2009 and College Contests

Entrepreneurs are the driving force behind economic recovery. Share what you're doing to make a positive impact on your industry, employees and community. You could be Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur of 2009.

Or, are you an undergraduate student between the ages of 18 and 25 with a great business idea? Could you use $2,500 to start your own business? If so, then enter Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur of 2009 College Contest.

Apr
16

Learn More About the Launch DePaul Finalists

On April 30, Launch DePaul finalists will present their ventures to a distinguished panel of judges and entrepreneurs. Five teams, made up of two non-profit/social venture companies and three for-profit companies, have advanced to the final round and will compete for a prize of $10,000 in cash and a package of professional services. Read more about the finalist ventures and be sure to join us on April 30 for their presentations.

Apr
14

Small Business Expo and Business Plan Competition 2009

The Chicago City Treasurer’s Office is proud to announce the launch of the fourth annual Business Plan Competition. The competition is open to start-up and existing small businesses throughout the city. To compete for a chance to win cash for your small business, submit your two-page executive summary detailing your business and what makes it unique.

Apr
14

'Picture Yourself an Entrepreneur' Button Hunt- START IT Button Available Today

The second collectible Coleman Center button, START IT, is now available. Get yours today and 'Picture Yourself an Entrepreneur'. Upload photos and videos to our Facebook Fan page of you and your friends pursuing entrepreneurial activities around Chicagoland. Upload your photos by May 14 and you'll win free admission to our May 28 workshop, Advisory Boards: How to Build the Right Team of Professional Expertise.

Apr
13

Highlights from "Moving On" Workshop

75% of business owners regret selling their businesses within a year after closing.

This statistic, according to David Jackson of Evolve, LLC, is alarming - even more so because it appears to be largely avoidable with the majority of business owners admitting to not having a formal plan in place.

Apr
09

Neighborhood Networking in Northcenter

Feel like you’ve met all your local business prospects? Do something valuable for your business: step out of your usual routine and make new connections. Join us after work to meet nearby business owners and make connections in a different neighborhood — as well as sample appetizers from a local favorite, Smokin' Woody's.

Apr
08

Launch DePaul Finalists Announced

Congratulations to the five teams chosen as finalists for Launch DePaul. Each of the following teams will present their venture to a panel of judges and compete for part of a prize package of $10,000 in cash and professional services.

Apr
08

Startup Weekend Chicago a Success

Six ideas/companies were presented at Startup Weekend Chicago April 3 - 5, sponsored by the Coleman Center, ITA and TechCocktail.

Apr
07

Moving On in This Economy Event Photos

Nearly 30 entrepreneurs and business owners attended Moving On in This Economy: Everything You Need to Know About Selling or Transitioning Out of Your Business on Thursday April 2. View photos from the event here.

Apr
07

Launch DePaul Finalists Will Be Announced This Evening

Be sure to check the Coleman Center blog to find out who will be presenting their ventures on April 30 for a chance to win $10,000 in cash and a package of professional services. Finalists will be announced this evening; best of luck to all the teams!

Apr
07

'Choose DuPage' Invites You to Share at These Upcoming Roundtables

'Choose DuPage' is hosting an Education and Workforce Roundtable on April 17 and a Business Community Roundtable on April 22. You are invited to attend and share your experiences with the group.

Apr
07

DuPage County Minority Entrepreneur Conference Materials Available Online

Associate Director of the Coleman Center, April Lane, sat on two panels at the The DuPage County Minority Entrepreneur Conference, which took place March 19, 2009 at the NIU Naperville Campus. Materials from the conference sessions are now available online.

Apr
01

Fair Trade Mixer This Thursday

Join Coleman Center members, That's Caring, and Solidarity Clothing, at Uncommon Ground - 1401 W. Devon Ave. - 6pm on Thursday, April 2 for a "Fair Trade Mixer."

Apr
01

Coleman Center Sponsors Startup Weekend Chicago

The Coleman Entrepreneurship Center is excited to be a sponsor of Startup Weekend Chicago, which will be held April 3-5. Startup Weekend is a community building event that brings together a highly motivated group of developers, business managers, startup enthusiasts, marketing gurus, graphic artists and others to meet during a rapid 54 hour event to develop projects and flesh out ideas on next generation companies.

Apr
01

Raman Chadha Discusses Small Businesses on "Chicago Tonight"

Raman Chadha, Executive Director of the Coleman Center, appeared on Chicago Tonight (local PBS) last week to discuss the stimulus package and small businesses.