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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Events & Trainings
Learn more about upcoming small business training, workshops, and events from throughout the ecosystem!
October 20, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

Attend this free webinar to learn how to register your business with Montgomery County and find county contract opportunities.

October 20, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
How to Do Business with Montgomery County

Attend this free webinar to learn how to register your business with Montgomery County and find county contract opportunities. The session will also cover county requirements, programs that reserve contracts for local small businesses, and designations for businesses owned by minorities, women, and people with disabilities.

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

October 20, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
How to Price Your Products and Services for Sustainable Profit

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to better understand what it really costs to run your business and use those numbers to make smarter pricing decisions.

October 20, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
How to Price Your Products and Services for Sustainable Profit

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to better understand what it really costs to run your business and use those numbers to make smarter pricing decisions. Also it will cover how to account for your costs, build profit into your prices, evaluate your current pricing, and recognize when it may be time to make a change.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

October 20, 2026
4.00 PM – 5.00 PM
Strong Minds, Strong Business

Attend this session to learn simple ways to support your employees’ health and well-being.

October 20, 2026
4.00 PM – 5.00 PM
Strong Minds, Strong Business

Attend this session to learn simple ways to support your employees’ health and well-being. Explore health coverage options, available resources, and steps to support mental health at work, with or without insurance.

Presented By: Chase

Location: 2728 Marion Barry Ave SE

Cost: Free

October 20, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Protecting Your Identity: Why Every Small Business Needs a Registered Agent

This webinar will focus on the importance of properly separating personal and business identity, and the risks that come with overlooking registered agent requirements.

October 20, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Protecting Your Identity: Why Every Small Business Needs a Registered Agent

This webinar will focus on the importance of properly separating personal and business identity, and the risks that come with overlooking registered agent requirements. Discussion will focus on how a registered agent protects businesses from missed notices, lawsuits, and compliance issues. Participants will walk away with clear examples of when and why this service matters. The session is designed to give business owners the peace of mind that their identity and operations are protected as they grow.

Presented By: DC Small Business Development Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free