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The center at SIU has been around since 1985.

CARBONDALE — During National Small Business Week, the Small Business Spotlight at Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate the launch of new businesses in the region. Everyone is invited to

HERRIN, Ill. — A dozen business people enjoyed a free lunch and free information about grants, small businesses help, and how to land government contracts on Tuesday.

It’s up to the designer to listen—really listen—to what the clients want and interpret their wishes. That’s when Goosen Design’s 20 years of experience kicks in.

Since The Southern began publishing Business Spotlights, we have featured more than 200 area businesses, all working for the betterment of the region.

For decades, SIU Carbondale’s Office of Innovation & Economic Development has provided help to area businesses in countless ways.

For decades, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development has provided help to area businesses in countless ways. Several new leaders have joined the team, bringing decades of experience and expertise.

A virtual presentation from the Jackson Growth Alliance is set for Wed, April 5, to help area businesses prepare to apply for Illinois Back to Business grants.

A virtual presentation from the Jackson Growth Alliance, which involves Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Innovation and Economic Development Office, is set for Wednesday, April 5, to help area businesses prepare to apply for millions of dollars in Illinois Back to Business grants.

Small businesses are the backbone of any community. That’s according to officials at the Illinois Small Business Developmental Center at SIU.