Class offers planning for successful business

Elgin Community College's Illinois Small Business Development Center is offering NxLevel for Entrepreneurs, a 12-week comprehensive course that will meet from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning Feb. 20 through May 14.

The intensive training program includes workshops with experienced business educators, guest lectures by prominent business leaders, networking opportunities with local business leaders, and one-on-one business counseling.

The course focuses on teaching sound and proven business practices while producing a comprehensive business plan to guide business expansion decisions and activities.

The course will be held at ECC in the Fox Valley University and Business Center, 1700 Spartan Drive in Elgin.

The course enrollment fee is $475, which includes a comprehensive reference book, workbook and all class handouts.

Class size is limited to 20 students. The registration deadline is Feb. 15. For information on the program or to register, call the Illinois SBDC at (847) 214-7488.