Webinar

AI for Beginners: Getting Started with ChatGPT

Tags: AI, Business Resources, Connect DuPage
Connect DuPage New
Posted: April 6, 2026

A CONNECT DUPAGE WEBINAR

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work — but getting started can feel overwhelming. This beginner-friendly webinar is designed specifically for professionals who are curious about AI and want a practical introduction to using ChatGPT in their day-to-day work.

Watch the webinar to learn:

  • How to personalize your AI tool for more useful results

  • How to write prompts that produce useful, professional-quality results

  • Real business tasks: drafting emails, analyzing data, researching competitors, and brainstorming strategy (including live demos!)

  • How to connect to your company data

  • Practical next steps to start using AI in your workflow immediately

Presenter: 

  • James Harmon, Director or Training and Consulting, XoSelf AI

To request a copy of this presentation, contact Choose DuPage.

About Connect DuPage

Created by Choose DuPage, Connect DuPage is an initiative designed to build meaningful collaboration among a diverse range of DuPage County businesses. By sparking new connections, promoting diversity and offering valuable data and insights, we aim to strengthen the regional supply chain and help all DuPage businesses achieve their goals.

Ready to connect? Visit our website page for valuable resources, events and other opportunities.

Webinar

Strategies for Writing Compliant, Competitive and Winning Proposals

Tags: Business Resources, Connect DuPage
Connect DuPage New
Posted: March 18, 2026

A CONNECT DUPAGE WEBINAR

In this webinar, you’ll learn to write stronger proposals that increase your win rate. Attendees will learn how to:

  • Decide which RFPs are worth pursuing
  • Read requirements like an evaluator
  • Structure high-scoring, compliant responses
  • Avoid common disqualifying mistakes
  • Use tools and templates to save time

Presenter: 

  • Rita Haake, Senior Vice President, Choose DuPage 

To request a copy of this presentation, contact Choose DuPage.

About Connect DuPage

Created by Choose DuPage, Connect DuPage is an initiative designed to build meaningful collaboration among a diverse range of DuPage County businesses. By sparking new connections, promoting diversity and offering valuable data and insights, we aim to strengthen the regional supply chain and help all DuPage businesses achieve their goals.

Ready to connect? Visit our website page for valuable resources, events and other opportunities.

Webinar

Partnering with DuPage County Procurement

Tags: Business Resources, Connect DuPage, DuPage County
Connect DuPage New
Posted: January 12, 2026

A CONNECT DUPAGE WEBINAR

DuPage County manages over $636 million in annual purchases. Learn how to take part in their open and transparent procurement process in this webinar.

Presenter: 

  • Valerie Calvente, CPPO, NIGP-CPP, Chief Procurement Officer, DuPage County Finance 

To request a copy of this presentation, contact Choose DuPage.

About Connect DuPage

Created by Choose DuPage, Connect DuPage is an initiative designed to build meaningful collaboration among a diverse range of DuPage County businesses. By sparking new connections, promoting diversity and offering valuable data and insights, we aim to strengthen the regional supply chain and help all DuPage businesses achieve their goals.

Ready to connect? Visit our website page for valuable resources, events and other opportunities.

Business Resources & Incentives

One Big Beautiful Bill: Impact on Manufacturers

Tags: Business Climate, business taxes, manufacturing, MFG Pro Series
MFG Pro Series Webinar
Posted: November 6, 2025

An MFG Pro Series Webinar

In this webinar, you’ll learn about the immediate and long-term impacts on the manufacturing sector; opportunities for funding, innovation, and workforce development; compliance requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and how to position your business for growth under the new legislation.

Presenter:

To request a copy of this presentation, please contact Choose DuPage. 

ABOUT THE MFG PRO SERIES

Hosted by Choose DuPage, the MFG Pro Series offers free webinars where Chicagoland manufacturers can hear from experts, ask questions, and hone their understanding of key issues.

Webinar

Workplace Conservation: Creating Eco-Friendly Landscape

Tags: Conservation, Sustainability, Sustainable DuPage
Sustainable DuPage Webinar
Posted: August 13, 2025

A Sustainable DuPage Webinar

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to incorporate eco-friendly practices into your business’ green space. Hosted by Jim Kleinwachter, program director at The Conversation Foundation, this seminar explores how you can reduce maintenance costs, improve employee wellness, enhance your site’s visual appeal, and demonstrate your company’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

Presenter:

  • Jim Kleinwachter, Program Director, The Conservation Foundation

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To request a copy of this presentation, please contact Choose DuPage.

About the Sustainable DuPage Program Series

Choose DuPage and the DuPage County Environmental Division have partnered to host a series of sustainability-focused events. Made for businesses and communities in the DuPage region, the series covers topics at the intersection of business, life and sustainability.

Learn More About Sustainable DuPage
Webinar

Funding Your Future: Financing for Small Businesses

Tags: Business Resources, Connect DuPage
Connect DuPage New
Posted: August 12, 2025

A CONNECT DUPAGE WEBINAR

This webinar is an in-depth discussion on available bank financing options, including SBA options. Get expert advice, uncover insider tips, and learn how you can grow and expand your business.

Presenters: 

  • Tom Huffman, President, Wintrust SBA Lending
  • Beata Gesicki, Senior Vice President/Team Lead, Wintrust SBA Lending

To request a copy of this presentation, contact Choose DuPage.

About Connect DuPage

Created by Choose DuPage, Connect DuPage is an initiative designed to build meaningful collaboration among a diverse range of DuPage County businesses. By sparking new connections, promoting diversity and offering valuable data and insights, we aim to strengthen the regional supply chain and help all DuPage businesses achieve their goals.

Ready to connect? Visit our website page for valuable resources, events and other opportunities.

Business Resources & Incentives

AI IN MANUFACTURING: Beyond the Hype

Tags: AI, manufacturing, MFG Pro Series
MFG Pro Series Webinar
Posted: July 10, 2025

An MFG Pro Series Webinar

In this webinar, you’ll learn how leading manufacturers are adopting AI. We go beyond the hype to explore best practices, outline common case studies, and unlock real value.

Presenter:

  • Tom Lin, Senior VP of Consulting and Manufacturing | Wavicle Data Solutions

To request a copy of this presentation, please contact Choose DuPage. 

ABOUT THE MFG PRO SERIES

Hosted by Choose DuPage, the MFG Pro Series offers free webinars where Chicagoland manufacturers can hear from experts, ask questions, and hone their understanding of key issues.

Webinar

Going Green: How to Build Your Business’ Sustainability Plan

Tags: Sustainable DuPage
Sustainable DuPage Webinar
Posted: June 26, 2025

A Sustainable DuPage Webinar

In this webinar, experts from SEDAC (now known as EnergySense Resilience Center or EnergySense) explain how to use their new resource, Going Green: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating a Business Sustainability Plan. This step-by-step guide provides a framework for your business to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and engage employees in your sustainability efforts.

Presenters:

  • Cassie Carroll, Marketing & Communications Director, EnergySense (formerly SEDAC)
  • Robert Schlorff, Energy Engineer, EnergySense (formerly SEDAC)

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To request a copy of this presentation, please contact Choose DuPage.

About the Sustainable DuPage Program Series

Choose DuPage and the DuPage County Environmental Division have partnered to host a series of sustainability-focused events. Made for businesses and communities in the DuPage region, the series covers topics at the intersection of business, life and sustainability.

Learn More About Sustainable DuPage
Webinar

Sales Success: Optimizing Your Pipeline for Maximum Impact

Tags: Business Resources, Connect DuPage
Connect DuPage Webinar
Posted: May 22, 2025

A CONNECT DUPAGE WEBINAR

In this webinar, Jennifer Weggeman, M.A. (SBDC Program Coordinator) and David Lezondra (SBDC Program Manager) will guide you through the key differences between a pipeline and a funnel, strategies to streamline your sales cycle, and how to tailor your approach for B2B vs. B2C. Whether you’re looking to boost conversions or simply refine your sales process, this session is packed with actionable insights.

Presenters: 

  • Jennifer Weggeman, M.A., SBDC Program Coordinator
  • David Lezondra, SBDC Program Manager

To request a copy of this presentation, contact Choose DuPage.

About Connect DuPage

Created by Choose DuPage, Connect DuPage is an initiative designed to build meaningful collaboration among a diverse range of DuPage County businesses. By sparking new connections, promoting diversity and offering valuable data and insights, we aim to strengthen the regional supply chain and help all DuPage businesses achieve their goals.

Ready to connect? Visit our website page for valuable resources, events and other opportunities.

Business Resources & Incentives

Manufacturing in a Changing World

Tags: Business Resources, manufacturing, MFG Pro Series
MFG Pro Series Webinar
Posted: May 16, 2025

An MFG Pro Series Webinar

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to stay competitive in the face of new technologies, globalization, and shifts in consumer demand.

Presenter:

  • Doug Pennington, Regional Manager | IMEC

To request a copy of this presentation, please contact Choose DuPage. 

ABOUT THE MFG PRO SERIES

Hosted by Choose DuPage, the MFG Pro Series offers free webinars where Chicagoland manufacturers can hear from experts, ask questions, and hone their understanding of key issues.