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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!
April 09, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.30 PM
1st SESSION General Business License Bootcamp

During the initial session, participants will receive a broad introduction to the regulatory processes and comprehensive training on the regulatory procedures.

April 09, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.30 PM
1st SESSION General Business License Bootcamp

During the initial session, participants will receive a broad introduction to the regulatory processes and comprehensive training on the regulatory procedures.

Presented by: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: 3939 Benning Rd NE

Cost: Free

April 09, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Build a Capital Ready Business Plan for Media Businesses

This session will guide media entrepreneurs through the essential elements of a strong, capital-ready business plan, including vision, market strategy, and financial modeling.

April 09, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Build a Capital Ready Business Plan for Media Businesses

This session will guide media entrepreneurs through the essential elements of a strong, capital-ready business plan, including vision, market strategy, and financial modeling. Participants will also learn how to assess their readiness for funding programs, identify when they might need capital, and determine what type of financing is appropriate for their projects. By the end of the session, attendees will have practical tools to create a business plan that not only positions their media venture for growth but also helps them access the right capital at the right time.

Presented by: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

April 09, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

During this webinar, hear: an overview of how to register your business with Montgomery County, where to find solicitations on the Montgomery County website, an overview of Montgomery County compliance programs, and about local Small Business Reserve Program

April 09, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

During this webinar, hear: an overview of how to register your business with Montgomery County, where to find solicitations on the Montgomery County website, an overview of Montgomery County compliance programs, and about local Small Business Reserve Program and Minority, Female, and Disabled-Owned (MFD)

Presented by: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

April 09, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Business Foundation Series: The Business Model Canvas

During The Business Model Canvas webinar, you will learn an effective process for moving your business idea from that idea to an actual document.

April 09, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Business Foundation Series: The Business Model Canvas

During The Business Model Canvas webinar, you will learn an effective process for moving your business idea from that idea to an actual document. The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a way of describing your business idea into nine distinct fundamental business components using a visual process on one page

Presented by: Department Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free