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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!
August 20, 2026
6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
Meet the Maker Perfect Pitch

Join us for an exciting evening of food, innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship at our annual “Meet the Maker” Perfect Pitch Competition! This highly anticipated event brings together aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned business professionals, investors, and thought leaders for a dynamic showcase.

August 20, 2026
6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
Meet the Maker Perfect Pitch

Join us for an exciting evening of food, innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship at our annual “Meet the Maker” Perfect Pitch Competition! This highly anticipated event brings together aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned business professionals, investors, and thought leaders for a dynamic showcase. Watch as some of DC’s burgeoning startups compete for our $15,000.00 grand prize, and an array of other awards!

Presented By: Dreaming Out Loud Inc.

Location: 2121 1st St SW Ste 140

Cost: Free

August 20, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Personal Credit as the Foundation for Business Credit

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to improve your credit and better manage any debt you may have, including building a positive credit history, reducing your credit utilization, and dealing with delinquent debts

August 20, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Personal Credit as the Foundation for Business Credit

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to improve your credit and better manage any debt you may have, including building a positive credit history, reducing your credit utilization, and dealing with delinquent debts

Presented By: Chase

Location: 2728 Marion Barry Ave

Cost: Free

August 20, 2026
10.05 AM – 11.05 AM
Financial Health Small Business

Join us and learn how to build practical, easy-to-use skills in budgeting, cash flow management, pricing, and basic financial statements

August 20, 2026
10.05 AM – 11.05 AM
Financial Health Small Business

Join us and learn how to build practical, easy-to-use skills in budgeting, cash flow management, pricing, and basic financial statements. 

Presented By: Chase

Location: 2728 Marion Barry Ave

Cost: Free

August 20, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Speed Meet: Virtual Networking

In this fast-paced virtual mixer, you’ll meet a variety of business owners in short, small-group breakout sessions. This is a great opportunity to network and connect with other business to expand and strengthen your network

August 20, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Speed Meet: Virtual Networking

In this fast-paced virtual mixer, you’ll meet a variety of business owners in short, small-group breakout sessions. This is a great opportunity to network and connect with other business to expand and strengthen your network

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location:  Virtual

Cost: Free