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 11, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Creating a Quick Business Plan

Join this webinar to learn how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business

June 11, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Creating a Quick Business Plan

Join this webinar to learn how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: $10

June 11, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

In this session learn how to do business in Montgomery county. In this webinar you will hear an overview how to register your business with Montgomery County

June 11, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

In this session learn how to do business in Montgomery county. In this webinar you will hear an overview 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 the local Small Business Reserve Program and Minority, Female, and Disabled-Owned (MFD).

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

June 11, 2026
11.00 AM – 1.00 PM
Marketing Strategies and Event Activation

Learn how to promote your business on a budget and make every event a real growth opportunity.

June 11, 2026
11.00 AM – 1.00 PM
Marketing Strategies and Event Activation

Learn how to promote your business on a budget and make every event a real growth opportunity. From getting found online to building buzz before you arrive, walk away with simple, affordable strategies you can use the same week.

Presented By: District Bridges

Location: 1328 Florida Ave NW

Cost: Free

June 11, 2026
9.00 AM – 3.00 PM
Government Procurement Conference

This is a national conference for small businesses looking to do business with the government and its prime contractors.

June 11, 2026
9.00 AM – 3.00 PM
Government Procurement Conference

This is a national conference for small businesses looking to do business with the government and its prime contractors.

Presented By: Federal Business Council

Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 802 Allen Y. Lew Pl NW

Cost: $350