Extension's educational webinars from the Community and Economic Development team are taught by Extension professionals and our partners and cover a wide variety of topics relevant to our constituents around the state. These programs deal with issues concerning, for example, government administration, broadband access, sustainability, green infrastructure, business- and workforce development, community economic development, and leadership.
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Navigating an Era of Transition in American Business: Emerging Trends, Risks, and Opportunities
The average age of business owners in the U.S. has been increasing for decades. As more and more…
OSHA Basics 101
Learn how to avoid being in the 'hot-seat" by learning some techniques to help you reduce the chances of being fined when an audit happens with your business.
Brian Bothast, OSHA…
Junior Master Naturalist Program at Woodstock Library
Come join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of mammals. Explore local McHenry County predator prey relationships, animal adaptations, ecology, and…
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Small Business Growth Series
Many small business owners start their business believing their hard work will make it successful. Then over time, they realize the need for other pieces of information to help them make better…
The Evolution of Succession Planning: Strengths, Shortfalls, and Innovative Pathways Forward
Traditional succession planning is essential to business continuity and stability. This…
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Succession Through Shared Ownership: Exploring ESOPs and Employee-Led Transitions
This webinar provides a framework for understanding broad-based employee…
From Backyards to Boardrooms: Building Community Led Climate Resilience at Every Scale
Business Succession for a Strong Rural Community: Worker Co‑ops as a Transition Strategy
Rural communities across the country are facing a growing succession crisis as long‑time business…
Sustaining Local Commerce: The Role of Community-Supported Enterprises in Business Retention
Small towns facing a long-standing business closure due to retirement, or…