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!
April 30, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
Elements of Entrepreneurship: Creating Your Business Blueprint

This course, Creating Your Business Blueprint, educates participants on how to create an effective business design, including key elements and best practices to consider for long-term success.

April 30, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
Elements of Entrepreneurship: Creating Your Business Blueprint

This course, Creating Your Business Blueprint, educates participants on how to create an effective business design, including key elements and best practices to consider for long-term success.

Presented by: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: $25

April 30, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

If you are an existing or aspiring small business owner, meet one-on-one with attorneys at this brief advice legal clinic.

April 30, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

If you are an existing or aspiring small business owner, meet one-on-one with attorneys at this brief advice legal clinic. Get answers to questions about business formation, contracts, leases, intellectual property, employment law, or any other legal matters related to running a small business.

Presented by: DC Bar Pro Bono Center

Location: 800 17th St NW

Cost: Free

April 30, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Certified Up Expert Open Hours

This session will answer your questions about how certifications can open doors to making meaningful relationships, having more productive conversations, and winning new business. Presented by: Washington Area Community Investment Fund Location: Virtual Cost: Free

April 30, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Certified Up Expert Open Hours

This session will answer your questions about how certifications can open doors to making meaningful relationships, having more productive conversations, and winning new business.

Presented by: Washington Area Community Investment Fund

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

May 07, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
Launch Your Business

This course, Launch Your Business, aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch your business.

May 07, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.30 PM
Launch Your Business

This course, Launch Your Business, aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to successfully launch your business.

Presented by: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: $25