DC SMALL BIZ HELP

A robust resource hub to help you discover, connect to, and navigate DC’s small business ecosystem.

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DCSmallBizHelp is the one-stop hub for Washington, D.C. small business and entrepreneurs looking for valuable resources, support organizations, lenders, events and trainings. DCSmallBizHelp is owned and maintained by The Coalition (formerly CNHED) as part of their Small Business Ecosystem Building work.

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DC SMALL BIZ HELP

Events & Trainings
Learn more about upcoming small business training, workshops, and events from throughout the ecosystem!
June 18, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business

This webinar will introduce you to essential promotional methods, including networking, referrals, social media, content marketing, email marketing, and SEO.

June 18, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business

This webinar will introduce you to essential promotional methods, including networking, referrals, social media, content marketing, email marketing, and SEO. You’ll learn how to identify the most effective techniques for your business and craft a promotional plan that aligns with your goals and customer behaviors.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: $10

June 22, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
Franchise Your Business: A Proven Strategy for Scale & Success, Part I

The session is designed for business owners interested in scaling operations, expanding into new markets, and understanding the franchise business model.

June 22, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
Franchise Your Business: A Proven Strategy for Scale & Success, Part I

The session is designed for business owners interested in scaling operations, expanding into new markets, and understanding the franchise business model.

Presented By: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

June 23, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Preparing For Capital Through Readiness

This experience is designed for growth-minded founders navigating early and growth-stage funding decisions who want practical clarity on how to prep for success when raising capital.

June 23, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Preparing For Capital Through Readiness

This experience is designed for growth-minded founders navigating early and growth-stage funding decisions who want practical clarity on how to prep for success when raising capital.

Presented By: Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

June 23, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
NotebookLM for Business: Your AI-Powered Research Partner

In this session, learn how to use NotebookLM, Google’s AI research and note-taking tool, to turn scattered information into clear business insights.

June 23, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
NotebookLM for Business: Your AI-Powered Research Partner

In this session, learn how to use NotebookLM, Google’s AI research and note-taking tool, to turn scattered information into clear business insights.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free