8(a) Orientation

Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small businesses and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. The SBA Illinois District Office offers events on a variety of topics to help you start, grow, expand or recover your small business.

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<H2>8(a) Business Development Program</H2>
The 8(a) Business Development Program is a business assistance program for small disadvantaged businesses. The 8(a) Program offers a broad scope of assistance to firms that are owned and controlled at least 51 percent by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
This session will cover the tenets of the 8(a) program, steps to apply, and SAM registration. Visit <A HREF="https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/8a-business-development-program" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/8a-business-development-program</A>  for additional information on the 8(a) program.
Each session will focus on a different industry. You're welcome to attend any session, but some of the content will vary depending on the focus. See below for upcoming event details:
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<LI>Wednesday, June 19: Construction.</LI>
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FAQs
 
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email Supervisory Business Opportunity Specialist Rosalyn Putman at rosalyn (dot) putman (at) sba (dot) gov with questions.

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