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Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses

June 17, 2026 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (CDT)

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WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS FOR GROWING BUSINESSES

Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses the Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses event is designed to connect local employers with the tools, resources, and partnerships needed to build a strong and sustainable workforce.

 Hosted in collaboration with the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and regional workforce and economic development organizations, this event focuses on helping businesses overcome hiring challenges, improve employee retention, and support long-term growth. 

Participants will gain insight into workforce programs such as training grants, recruitment strategies, and upskilling initiatives offered through partners like the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and t Workforce Development. These programs are designed to help employers access funding, develop talent pipelines, and strengthen their teams.

Building a Strong & Sustainable Workforce

Hosted in collaboration with the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and regional workforce and economic development organizations

The Workforce Solutions for Growing Businesses event is designed to connect local employers with the tools, resources, and partnerships needed to build a strong and sustainable workforce.

This event focuses on helping businesses:

  • Overcome hiring challenges
  • Improve employee retention
  • Support long-term business growth

Participants will gain insight into workforce programs including:

  • Training grants
  • Recruitment strategies
  • Upskilling initiatives
  • Talent pipeline development
  • Employer funding opportunities

Programs and resources will be highlighted through partnerships with the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) and Workforce Development organizations.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Ray Ziganto

Director of Innovation and Resources
Valley Industrial Association of Illinois

PANEL DISCUSSION

Featured Panelists

  • Emmanuel Davila
    Vice President of Programs & Client Services
    Southland Development Authority
  • Anthony Sutton
    Lecturer, Business and Healthcare Administration
    Aurora University
  • Susan Lewis
    Certified Public Accountant
    SSL Associates LTD
  • Deb Beaird
    Owner
    Beaird Group
  • Carolyn Chiovino
    CEO & Certified John C. Maxwell Business Coach
    Express Employment Professionals

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Small Business Owners
  • Entrepreneurs
  • HR Professionals
  • Hiring Managers
  • Workforce Development Leaders
  • Community Partners

CONNECT • LEARN • GROW


Women's Business Development Center Huntington National Bank | Banking ...


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Name: Francis Lopez
Phone: (630) 760-1861
Email: francis@auroraalliance.org
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