Events
Building for Growth Information Session
Thursday, September 4, 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
Building for Growth (BFG) is a national executive education program designed to help construction contractors build capacity and develop sustainable growth strategies. Hosted by Steve Lemar, Program Director, and Monica Chenier, Program Manager, this interactive session will provide an overview of the Building for Growth curriculum, class dates, and eligibility requirements. A live Q&A will follow, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions directly to BFG staff.
ICCC Wednesday Webinar Series
Wednesdays, 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET | June–October
Grow your business skills this summer and fall with the ICCC Wednesday Webinar Series. These 30- to 60-minute virtual sessions are designed for small business owners and led by seasoned practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities of scaling a business.
Whether you attend live or watch later, each session offers practical, flexible learning on topics like strategy, operations, marketing, and capital access. The series is open to ICCC participants and all entrepreneurs looking to build knowledge and momentum.
ICAN Small Business Networking Mixers
Reconnect. Collaborate. Grow.
ICAN—ICIC’s Alumni Network—brings together graduates from our national programs who are building thriving businesses and stronger communities.
This summer and fall, join us in cities across the country for in-person mixers designed to spark connections, strengthen your network, and support your continued growth as a small business leader.
Whether you’re looking to meet fellow alumni, explore new partnerships, or connect with ICIC’s ecosystem of funders and community champions, these events are for you.
Unless otherwise noted, all events run from 6:00–8:00 p.m. local time.
Upcoming Mixers:
Boston
Wednesday, September 10
EY Boston
200 Clarendon St, Boston, MA 02116
Atlanta
Thursday, September 18
St. Louis Chapter Launch
Thursday, October 9
Celebrate with Us in St. Louis
Philadelphia Chapter Launch
Tuesday, October 28
Let’s build what’s next—together.
Event Archive
Explore past events, webinars, and conferences from ICIC’s national network—where small business insight meets data-driven research. From national summits to expert-led panels, each recording shares strategies, data, and stories that fuel inclusive economic growth.
Catch up on what you missed—or revisit the moments that moved you—anytime.
ICIC’s 2025 Innovation Summit Playlist
April 23, 2025
AI in Business Webinar
February 20, 2025
Structural Barriers to Small Business Success Webinar
October 15, 2024
Racial Equity in America’s New Industrial Transformation Webinar
June 24, 2024
ICIC’s 2023 Annual Conference Highlight Reel
December 12, 2023
Building for Growth Information Session
March 1, 2023
ICIC’s 2022 Annual Conference Highlight Reel
Tuesday, December 6 & Thursday, December 8, 2022
ICIC’s 2021 Annual Conference Highlight Reel
Tuesday, December 7 & Thursday, December 9, 2021
ICIC, FedEx, and GEN | Building Capacity Building Connections Panel
November 10, 2021
Where Your Values Meet Your Value Add Webinar
November 5, 2021
ICAN Restaurant and Food Industry Panel and Speed Networking
June 28, 2021
A Frank Conversation About the Future of Black Businesses
June 16, 2021
Virtual screening of A Reckoning in Boston, followed by a live Q&A with the filmmakers
May 26, 2021
Leading in Turbulent Times: Strategies for Small Businesses to Survive and Thrive
May 19, 2021
Helping Small Businesses Create COVID-19 Vaccine Plans
May 11, 2021
Defining & Mapping Coronavirus Economic Vulnerability in U.S. Neighborhoods
March 4, 2021
Surviving through COVID-19: A Conversation with Black Restaurant Owners
February 24, 2021