DC SMALL BIZ HELP
A robust resource hub to help you discover, connect to, and navigate DC’s small business ecosystem.
GET HELP WITH YOUR BUSINESS NOWDCSmallBizHelp 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
Meet One-on-One with a Lawyer for Free
If you are an existing or an aspiring small business owner, come and meet one-on-one with attorneys at the Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic sponsored by the DC Bar Pro Bono Center.
Meet One-on-One with a Lawyer for Free
If you are an existing or an aspiring small business owner, come and meet one-on-one with attorneys. At this clinic you can get information on business formation, contracts, leases, taxes or any other questions you may have related to small business legal issues.
Presented By: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Location: 1100 4th St SW
Cost: Free
AI As Business Infrastructure: AI That Thinks with You
This session covers strategic decision-making, research, and competitive intelligence. You’ll learn how to use AI to surface insights faster, evaluate opportunities with confidence, and stay ahead of market trends.
AI As Business Infrastructure: AI That Thinks with You
This session covers strategic decision-making, research, and competitive intelligence. You’ll learn how to use AI to surface insights faster, evaluate opportunities with confidence, and stay ahead of market trends.
Presented By: Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Application for The Flourish Collective Program
Apply for LEDC’s Flourish collective program which is a two-part bilingual cohort model designed to empower and equip emerging food entrepreneurs for long-term success.
Application for The Flourish Collective Program
Apply for LEDC’s Flourish collective program which is a two-part bilingual cohort model designed to empower and equip emerging food entrepreneurs for long-term success. The program integrates financial empowerment, business education, and targeted investment to help women food entrepreneurs launch and scale sustainable businesses.
Presented By: Latino Economic Development Center
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
PR for Small Businesses: Get Media Attention That Builds Credibility
This session covers crafting compelling stories, reaching out to journalists, leveraging press releases, and using media coverage to enhance your reputation.
PR for Small Businesses: Get Media Attention That Builds Credibility
This session covers crafting compelling stories, reaching out to journalists, leveraging press releases, and using media coverage to enhance your reputation. Participants will leave with practical strategies to generate positive publicity and turn media attention into real business opportunities.
Presented By: National Community Reinvestment Coalition
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free