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!
November 11, 2026
10.00 AM – 2.30 PM
Business Diagnostic Check-In

Attend this session to get help identifying the next steps to start or grow your business.

November 11, 2026
10.00 AM – 2.30 PM
Business Diagnostic Check-In

Attend this session to get help identifying the next steps to start or grow your business. Review where you are in the process, ask questions, and receive guidance on how to move forward, whether you are developing an idea, preparing to open, or looking to expand.

Presented By: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: 1110 Oak Dr SE

Cost: Free

November 12, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.30 PM
Cottage Food Law Pt 1

This webinar will cover the role of the FDA and state regulators, and share practical tips to help you avoid common pitfalls that slow down new food entrepreneurs.

November 12, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.30 PM
Cottage Food Law Pt 1

This webinar will cover the role of the FDA and state regulators, and share practical tips to help you avoid common pitfalls that slow down new food entrepreneurs.

Presented By: Shop Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

November 12, 2026
6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
Contracting for Creatives: Session 3

Join this webinar to enhance your knowledge and awareness of contract opportunities for creative entrepreneurs in the arts, design, entertainment, content creation, and various other creative business categories.

November 12, 2026
6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
Contracting for Creatives: Session 3

Join this webinar to enhance your knowledge and awareness of contract opportunities for creative entrepreneurs in the arts, design, entertainment, content creation, and various other creative business categories.

Presented By: Washington Area Community Investment Fund

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

November 12, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Simple Steps for Exiting Your Business: The Three Pillars of Financial Freedom

Learn how to prepare for selling your business and explore employee ownership as one option.

November 12, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Simple Steps for Exiting Your Business: The Three Pillars of Financial Freedom

Learn how to prepare for selling your business and explore employee ownership as one option. This webinar will cover what to consider before a sale, the different ways employees can become owners, how to tell if your business is ready for the transition, and how these sales are typically paid for.

Presented By: SCORE

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free