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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 12, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Target Retail 101

Discover strategies you can apply to your own retail journey in this virtual event hosted by Target Accelerators in partnership with the Target Supplier Engagement team.

August 12, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Target Retail 101

Gain insight into developing an impactful line review deck. And hear from both founders and Target buyers on how they’ve built strong business relationships. Discover strategies you can apply to your own retail journey in this virtual event hosted by Target Accelerators in partnership with the Target Supplier Engagement team.

Presented By: Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

August 13, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Business Foundation Series: The Business Model Canvas

During this webinar, you will learn an effective process for moving your business idea from that idea to an actual document. The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a way of describing your business idea into nine distinct fundamental business components using a visual process on one page.

August 13, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Business Foundation Series: The Business Model Canvas

During this webinar, you will learn an effective process for moving your business idea from that idea to an actual document. The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a way of describing your business idea into nine distinct fundamental business components using a visual process on one page. Consider this step as the organization and documentation towards developing a solid business planning foundation.

Presented By: DC Small Business Development Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

August 18, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
Financial Strategy for Growth: Forecasting, Planning, and Cash Flow Optimization

Growing a business requires more than increasing sales. It requires a financial strategy that supports sustainable growth. In this workshop, participants will learn how to forecast revenue and expenses, develop realistic financial plans, and optimize cash flow to make informed business decisions.

August 18, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
Financial Strategy for Growth: Forecasting, Planning, and Cash Flow Optimization

In this workshop, participants will learn how to forecast revenue and expenses, develop realistic financial plans, and optimize cash flow to make informed business decisions. Through practical tools and real world examples, you will gain the skills to anticipate financial challenges, manage working capital, and build a roadmap for long term success.

Presented By: National Community Reinvestment Coalition

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

August 19, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
A Closer Look at Bizfluencer Advice for Small Business Owners

Join us for a webinar that breaks down some of the most common business tips circulating on social media, and explains what small business owners should know before acting on them.

August 19, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
A Closer Look at Bizfluencer Advice for Small Business Owners

Join for a webinar that breaks down some of the most common business tips circulating on social media, and explains what small business owners should know before acting on them.

Presented By: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free