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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!
September 24, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Business Development Strategies

In this course participants will learn how to define their ideal client, strengthen their unique value proposition and brand, and build a broader network of prospective customers and partners.

September 24, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Business Development Strategies

In this course participants will learn how to define their ideal client, strengthen their unique value proposition and brand, and build a broader network of prospective customers and partners. The course will also help participants clarify their long-term vision and identify opportunities to expand their business.

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: $25

September 24, 2026
4.00 PM – 5.00 PM
Plan for Holiday Success: Financial Projections & Cash Flow Strategies

Join for a practical webinar designed to help you build solid financial projections and manage your cash flow with confidence.

September 24, 2026
4.00 PM – 5.00 PM
Plan for Holiday Success: Financial Projections & Cash Flow Strategies

Join Start Small Think Big for a free, practical webinar designed to help you build solid financial projections and manage your cash flow with confidence. In this session, you’ll learn how to: Forecast Seasonal Sales: Use historical data and trends to create realistic sales projections, estimate Key Costs: Break down your cost of goods sold (COGS) and key operating expenses (OPEX), and more. 

Presented By: Start Small Thing Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

September 24, 2026
10.00 AM – 9.30 PM
2nd SESSION General Business License Bootcamp

Join the second part of the licensing bootcamp to delve into the specifics of applying for a General Business License

September 24, 2026
10.00 AM – 9.30 PM
2nd SESSION General Business License Bootcamp

Join the second part of the licensing bootcamp to delve into the specifics of applying for a General Business License

Presented By: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Location: 4th St SW

Cost: Free

September 25, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Accounting Software Process for Small Business

This workshop will help small business owners understand what accounting software can do, what type of system may best fit their needs, and when it makes sense to invest in a solution.

September 25, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Accounting Software Process for Small Business

This workshop will help small business owners understand what accounting software can do, what type of system may best fit their needs, and when it makes sense to invest in a solution.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free