Upcoming Conference: Biofuels and Sustainability Conference

Biofuels and Sustainability Conference

Increasing demand and competition for grain, energy, water, and other natural resources has called into question the economic, social, and environmental feasibility and ethics of biofuels options for meeting energy needs. However, many innovations have been developed and are being investigated to greatly improve the performance of the biofuels industry. This event will provide a systems-based view of the current and future status of biofuels sustainability.

October 21st and 22nd, 2008
I Hotel and Conference Center
Champaign, Illinois

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Finance Opportunity: The William James Foundation's Socially Responsible Business Plan Competition

The William James Foundation's 2008-09 Socially Responsible Business Plan Competition

Now welcoming entries from individuals or teams that are starting for-profit businesses with a socially responsible/sustainable component. These businesses can be social enterprises (for-profit subsidiaries of not-for-profits).

Executive Summaries are due on December 12th.

Learn more.

Conference: The Alternative Board CEO Forum 2008

CEO Forum 2008

***FREE for CSBA Members***

***Pre-Registration Required***

Doing Business in a Sustainable World
No matter on which side of the fence you sit, doing business in a sustainable world is like a runaway train - you either get on board or watch it leave you behind. In this CEO Forum, we will present to you ways in which you can not only continue to do business, but actually prosper while going green.

Friday, October 17, 2008
Rosewood Restaurant
9421 W. Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL

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Workshop: CO2 Introductory Training Course & Chicago Climate Exchange workshop

CO2 Introductory Training Course & Chicago Climate Exchange workshop

Gain an integrated framework for participating and trading in the compliance and voluntary markets.

Registration
October 20-21
Chicago Climate Exchange Office
190 South LaSalle Stree

Discount on Radio Promotion

The Mike Nowak Show on WCPT 820 AM

10% off regular advertising rates for CSBA members.

$50 per 30-second spot (before discount).
Package deals available upon request.

Example:
2 Spots/Show for 26 Weeks = $2200 ($1980 for CSBA Members)

For more information, call Mike at 773.960.1139

Workshop Discount: Rethinking Green

Rethinking Green
A Series from Loyola University's Continuing Education Program.

CSBA Members receive 15% discount on Rethinking Green courses and course participants receive free entry to Loyola's Spring Triple Bottom Line Conference.

To register, contact Carla Maria Kayanan at 312.915.6505.

Water Tower Campus

Free Business Workshops: Department of Business Affairs

9/12
E-Mail Marketing For Your Business
9:30-11:00 am
Don't know how to promote your business? Create a successful sales and marketing campaign by learning the do's and don'ts of e-mail marketing. Learn how to measure your results and how to integrate it with your website.

9/17
How to Start Your Business
3:00-4:30 pm
A must attend workshop for new and emerging businesses owners. This workshop will cover the basic steps a person should take when starting a business, such as marketing, and legal & financial issues that are essential to the success of a new venture.

9/19
Maximize Your Marketing Opportunities
9:30-11:00 am
Marketing your business begins with efficient operations, customer service, & great people and product.

9/24
How to Get Certified
Doing Business With The City
1:00-3:00 pm
Learn about the different types of procurement opportunities as wells as the City's contract monitoring and compliance standards.

9/26
How to Finance Your Business
9:30-11:00 am
Learn the difference between small business loans, short-term loans, pre-loan qualifications and what type of loans are the best fit for your business.

www.cityofchicago.org/businessaffairs