Ask the Experts of the SBDC

Join us for the inaugural Meet the Experts event, presented by the Peoria Heights Chamber of Commerce!

This is your opportunity to connect face-to-face with business professionals from the Illinois SBDC at Bradley University and the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship in a relaxed, open-conversation format.

How it works: Think of it like speed dating for your business! Each expert will be seated at their own table, and YOU choose who you want to talk to. Pull up a chair, ask your questions, and get personalized feedback and guidance from the pros - no appointment necessary!

Meet Our Experts:

• Jim Foley - Director, Turner Center for Entrepreneurship
• Eric Sampson - Director, Illinois SBDC at Bradley University
• Amy Jo Lambert - Assistant Director, Illinois SBDC at Bradley University
• Chris Youngmark - Director, Peoria Next Innovation Center
• Theresa Bloom - Director of Google AI, Social Media Advisor and Digital Manager
• Jim Ryan - Director, International Trade Center
• Susan Morris - Director & Cybersecurity Adviser, Illinois APEX Accelerator Center

Topics Our Experts Can Help With:

‍✨ Entrepreneurship & business design

✨ Innovation strategies

✨ International trade & import/export

✨ Social media & digital marketing

✨ Cybersecurity

✨ Government contracting

✨ And more!

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Plus, learn about valuable resources available to local businesses, including the Matter of Taste Shared Commercial Kitchen and the Peoria Next Innovation Center!

Whether you're planning, starting, or growing your business, this event gives you direct access to the expertise you need to succeed. Come with your questions, leave with answers! Meet the Experts is a new quarterly initiative from your Peoria Heights Chamber of Commerce, designed to connect our local business community with the resources and professionals who can help you thrive. See you there! 💼