EThOs at The Citadel

EThOs at The Citadel EThOs is a small business incubator, coworking spaces, training & development community. Memberships are for daily, monthly, and annual users.

EthOs (Entrepreneurial & Technical Opportunities) offers coworking spaces including private offices, team meeting rooms, and a conference room. EThOs also assists entrepreneurs start and grow businesses through classes, workshops, consulting, coaching, and connecting. We are a community of innovative and inspiring professionals working together to grow an entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Ethos Power Lunch is back—bringing Southern Illinois leaders together for an inspiring hour of community networking ...
09/04/2026

The Ethos Power Lunch is back—bringing Southern Illinois leaders together for an inspiring hour of community networking and practical leadership development.

Whether you lead a business, nonprofit, church, organization, team—or want to grow your influence—the Ethos Power Lunch is designed to help you become a better leader while building meaningful connections with others who care about making our region stronger.

Each Power Lunch combines powerful, useful leadership teaching with engaging learning experiences you can put into practice immediately. Come ready to meet new people, exchange ideas, be challenged, and leave with something that makes you a better leader.

Lunch: $15 per person (purchase using the link below). Includes lunch and a drink.
https://buy.stripe.com/6oUbJ22oD8v62hE4xc1ck0S

Reservations are required for guaranteed seating and food. Register for the Power Lunch and then follow the provided payment link to reserve and pay for your lunch.
Register here: https://www.ethosmarion.org/events/powerlunch

Walk-ins are welcome only if space and food are available.
Tuesday, September 22
12:00–1:00 PM
The 1914 @ The Citadel Event Center
Ethos @ The Citadel
504 Tower Square Plaza, Marion, Illinois
Building leaders. Strengthening community. Creating impact.

Ethos @ The Citadel will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The Vault Café will remain open during their reg...
09/04/2026

Ethos @ The Citadel will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The Vault Café will remain open during their regular hours.

Early Bird Registration has been extended through September 30th! Fan The Flame is a Two-Day Leadership Retreat for Busi...
09/02/2026

Early Bird Registration has been extended through September 30th!

Fan The Flame is a Two-Day Leadership Retreat for Business, Nonprofit, Church & Community Leaders.

Learn more, and register here: https://www.ethosmarion.org/events/fantheflame

Leadership is more demanding than ever. The pressures are real, the pace is relentless, and many leaders find themselves pouring into others while neglecting the health of their own soul.

But lasting impact doesn’t begin with better strategies or greater productivity—it begins within.

Fan the Flame 2026 is a transformational retreat designed to help leaders become healthier spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically. Inspired by the principles of emotionally healthy leadership and discipleship, this retreat provides the space, teaching, and community to help you slow down, reflect, and cultivate the kind of inner life that sustains a lifetime of faithful leadership.

Whether you lead a business, nonprofit, church, school, civic organization, or volunteer team, you’ll leave with practical tools, renewed vision, and a personal plan for becoming a healthier leader.

Join us for this no cost workshop!Build confidence in QuickBooks Online by understanding the financial basics behind the...
09/01/2026

Join us for this no cost workshop!

Build confidence in QuickBooks Online by understanding the financial basics behind the software and set yourself up for success. This class takes a practical look at invoices, deposits, expenses, bills, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets. You’ll learn how everyday transactions flow through QBO and what the numbers reveal about your business.

This workshop is designed for small business owners and organization leaders who are managing their own books in QuickBooks Online. Brendan Morgan, CPA of Pathfinder Accounting & Tax will walk through the essentials in a clear, practical way so you can confidently handle day-to-day bookkeeping, avoid common mistakes, and better understand your financials without needing an accounting background.

Register here:
September 25th, 12:00PM-1:00PM: https://www.ethosmarion.org/events/quickbooks1
September 29th, 5:30PM-6:30PM:
https://www.ethosmarion.org/events/quickbooks2

You are welcome to bring your lunch with you. The Vault Cafe is located on the first floor of our location. You can order your lunch to-go and bring it upstairs. I recommend calling in and placing your order in advance or arriving at least 20 minutes early to order and pick it up at the cafe.

As with any educational event, hosting this workshop does not constitute an endorsement of any product or program by EThOs @ The Citadel, or its employees.

Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Breakfast Returns This September!Men of Southern Illinois, you're invited!The Iron Sharpens Iro...
08/28/2026

Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Breakfast Returns This September!
Men of Southern Illinois, you're invited!

The Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Breakfast is returning this fall, and we hope you'll join us for a morning of inspiration, encouragement, and discipleship.
This community-wide, interdenominational gathering brings together men from across Southern Illinois to grow in their faith, build authentic relationships, and encourage one another to follow Christ with courage and conviction.

Kickoff Breakfast:
Saturday, September 12
8:00–9:30 AM
The 1914 @ The Citadel (Fourth-Floor Event Space)
EThOs @ The Citadel
504 Tower Square Plaza, Marion, IL

Guest Speaker: Darrell "Wimbo" Wimberly, Pastor of East Liberty Christian Church and a leader with Connect 360 and the Boyton Street Community Center.
Breakfast Buffet: $10 per person, provided by The Vault Café.

Iron Sharpens Iron meets on the second Saturday of September, October, and November, offering men a consistent opportunity to connect with others, hear inspiring speakers, and grow as disciples and leaders.

Whether you're active in your church, new to the faith, or simply looking for authentic community with other men, you'll find a welcoming place at the table.

Advance registration is required for breakfast by Friday, September 11.
Reserve your spot here: https://forms.gle/Uccr3AfBP8N3H4MR8

Invite a friend and join us for this encouraging morning as we sharpen one another in faith and leadership.
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." – Proverbs 27:17

08/28/2026

💬 “There’s hope on the other side.”

In this week’s episode of Small Town Big Business, Traci McLaughlin shares what she would tell her younger self after everything she’s experienced:

You’re not alone. You can do hard things. Don’t give up.

Traci opens up about her childhood, the challenges she’s overcome, and the life she’s built today — from raising her family and running Shine On A Dime to finally achieving her lifelong dream of becoming an author.

Her story is a powerful reminder that where you start doesn’t have to determine where you end up.

🎙️ Hear more of Traci’s story on the newest episode of Small Town Big Business, available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite podcast platforms.

Tomorrow is our last Freaky Free Friday at Ethos @ The Citadel! Free Coworking Every Friday in August • 7 AM–5 PMWhy wor...
08/27/2026

Tomorrow is our last Freaky Free Friday at Ethos @ The Citadel!

Free Coworking Every Friday in August • 7 AM–5 PM

Why work from home when you can work from here—for free?

Every Friday in August, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, we're opening our Fourth Floor Community Workspace & Coffee Bar to anyone looking for a productive, professional place to work or study. Normally, a Flex Pass is $20, but every Friday in August it's FREE.

Your Flex Pass includes: • High-speed Wi-Fi • Complimentary coffee and snacks • Comfortable open workspaces • Lounge seating • A welcoming community of entrepreneurs, professionals, remote workers, and students Whether you're working remotely, building a business, preparing for classes, or simply need a change of scenery, Ethos is the perfect place to be productive.

No membership. No commitment. Just show up, plug in, and get to work.

Freaky Free Fridays Every Friday in August 7:00 AM–5:00 PM Ethos @ The Citadel 504 Tower Square Plaza Marion, Illinois

Come experience why so many professionals call Ethos their workplace.

Our next Founders Coffee is Tuesday, September 15th from 8:00AM-9:00AM!Where entrepreneurs and future founders gather to...
08/27/2026

Our next Founders Coffee is Tuesday, September 15th from 8:00AM-9:00AM!

Where entrepreneurs and future founders gather to learn, encourage one another, and build stronger businesses.
Troy Ray and Katie Karcher, founders of Seasoning Bistro, will be our guest speakers.

Building a business can be exciting, rewarding, and challenging—but you don't have to do it alone. Ethos Founders Coffee exists to provide entrepreneurs with a supportive community. In this welcoming space, aspiring entrepreneurs with an idea, founders building businesses, and experienced mentors show up for one another and for what's next. Together, we connect people, encourage collaboration, and provide practical education that helps entrepreneurs build faster, lead stronger, and grow with confidence. Each month, hear the story of a successful founder from Southern Illinois, gain practical insights from their entrepreneurial journey, ask questions, and connect with others who understand the opportunities and challenges of building a business. Whether you're exploring a new idea, launching your first venture, or growing an established company, you'll find encouragement, wisdom, and meaningful relationships.

Join us in the Ethos Community Workspace (Fourth Floor Coffee Bar) at 8:00 AM on the third Tuesday of every month for coffee, networking, collaborative learning, and entrepreneurial support.

Register here: https://www.ethosmarion.org/events/founderscoffee

Interested in sponsoring a month of Founders Coffee? We'd love to partner with businesses and organizations that are passionate about supporting entrepreneurship in Southern Illinois. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

🎙️ IT’S LIVE! Episode #161 of Small Town Big Business is out now!This week, we sit down with Traci McLaughlin of Shine ...
08/27/2026

🎙️ IT’S LIVE! Episode #161 of Small Town Big Business is out now!

This week, we sit down with Traci McLaughlin of Shine On A Dime for a conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, family, and following the opportunities that come your way.

Traci shares her journey of building Shine On A Dime, growing a rental property business with her husband, and becoming an author — including the deeply personal story behind Threads of Grace.

From the realities of running a small business to overcoming setbacks and continuing to pursue big goals, there’s a lot packed into this conversation.

🎧 Episode #160 is LIVE NOW!

Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite podcast platform.

🎙️ TUNE IN TOMORROW!A brand-new episode of Small Town Big Business drops tomorrow morning!We’re joined by Traci McLaughl...
08/26/2026

🎙️ TUNE IN TOMORROW!

A brand-new episode of Small Town Big Business drops tomorrow morning!

We’re joined by Traci McLaughlin of Shine On A Dime to talk about her journey as an entrepreneur, author, and small business owner right here in Southern Illinois.

From building Shine On A Dime and growing a rental property business with her husband to writing Threads of Grace and her other books, Traci shares the successes, struggles, and lessons she’s learned along the way.

🎧 Tune in tomorrow morning for Episode #161!

Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite podcast platform.

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