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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!
December 08, 2025
12.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

This clinic is for aspiring or existing small business owners and entrepreneurs. Attendees will meet one-on-one with attorneys for brief advice on any legal matters their business may be facing.

December 08, 2025
12.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

This clinic is for aspiring or existing small business owners and entrepreneurs. Attendees will meet one-on-one with attorneys for brief advice on any legal matters their business may be facing. Please sign up by Wednesday, December 3rd by 5pm

Presented by: DC Bar Pro Bono Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

December 09, 2025
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
When the Numbers and the Memories Hurt: Navigating Grief, Loss, and Transition in Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship comes with wins, but it also comes with wounds. During the holiday season, many leaders silently hold the weight of personal grief while also grieving the unexpected transitions that happen in business, whether that’s lost revenue, shrinking teams, or doors that closed before you were ready.

December 09, 2025
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
When the Numbers and the Memories Hurt: Navigating Grief, Loss, and Transition in Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship comes with wins, but it also comes with wounds. During the holiday season, many leaders silently hold the weight of personal grief while also grieving the unexpected transitions that happen in business, whether that’s lost revenue, shrinking teams, or doors that closed before you were ready. This webinar reflective and restorative session designed to help entrepreneurs name what they’re carrying, honor the reality of their losses, and create space for healing.

Presented by: DC Small Business Development Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

December 09, 2025
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Running a Small Business in the Age of AI: Legal Risks and Responsible Practices

This webinar will demystify AI for small business owners by focusing on what you need to know to stay protected and compliant.

December 09, 2025
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Running a Small Business in the Age of AI: Legal Risks and Responsible Practices

This webinar will demystify AI for small business owners by focusing on what you need to know to stay protected and compliant. We’ll cover the legal landscape, from intellectual property (IP) ownership and infringement risks to data privacy obligations and transparency requirements.

Presented by: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

December 09, 2025
6.00 PM – 7.30 PM
E-Mail Marketing Essentials For Business

In this workshop you will learn the 5 C’s of E-mail marketing basics, how to create a content calendar with a complimentary digital version sent to all students, how to pick the E-Mail platform right for your business, and more.

December 09, 2025
6.00 PM – 7.30 PM
E-Mail Marketing Essentials For Business

In this workshop you will learn the 5 C’s of E-mail marketing basics, how to create a content calendar with a complimentary digital version sent to all students, how to pick the E-Mail platform right for your business, and more.

Presented by: SCORE

Location: Virtual

Cost: $10