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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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Events & Trainings
Learn more about upcoming small business training, workshops, and events from throughout the ecosystem!
November 13, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Marketing to Federal Agencies for Beginners Pt. 2

In this workshop, you’ll gain an overview of the federal marketplace, learn how government agencies purchase goods and services, and discover the foundational steps needed to position your business for contracting opportunities.

November 13, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Marketing to Federal Agencies for Beginners Pt. 2

In this workshop, you’ll gain an overview of the federal marketplace, learn how government agencies purchase goods and services, and discover the foundational steps needed to position your business for contracting opportunities.

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

November 13, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Setting Up a New Business Entity

In this webinar, you will learn how to make sure your business conducts its affairs legally.

November 13, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Setting Up a New Business Entity

In this webinar, you will learn how to make sure your business conducts its affairs legally. Topics include what legal structure is best and what licenses and insurance are needed.

Presented By: SCORE

Location: Virtual

Cost: $10.00

November 14, 2026
3.00 PM – 6.00 PM
In Their Element Honor Tour: Saints Valley, Lilit Ghazaryan

Connect with fellow small business owners and hear a founder share insights from their entrepreneurial journey.

November 14, 2026
3.00 PM – 6.00 PM
In Their Element Honor Tour: Saints Valley, Lilit Ghazaryan

Connect with fellow small business owners and hear a founder share insights from their entrepreneurial journey. This event offers opportunities to exchange ideas, build relationships, and explore how another business approaches holiday promotions and the customer experience.

Presented By: Washington Area Community Investment Fund

Location: 1361 Wisconsin Ave NW

Cost: Free

November 16, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Quarterly Taxes for Small Businesses: File & Stay Compliant

This session walks small business owners through the key steps to estimate and file quarterly taxes on time, and avoid penalties.

November 16, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Quarterly Taxes for Small Businesses: File & Stay Compliant

This session walks small business owners through the key steps to estimate and file quarterly taxes on time, and avoid penalties.

Presented By: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free