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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!
October 06, 2026
12.00 AM
AI Tools Small Businesses Are Using to Market Smarter

This session will cover AI-powered solutions for content creation, social media management, email marketing, customer engagement, and analytics. Participants will learn practical ways to leverage AI to save time, reach the right audience, and make data-driven marketing decisions that drive growth.

October 06, 2026
12.00 AM
AI Tools Small Businesses Are Using to Market Smarter

This session will cover AI-powered solutions for content creation, social media management, email marketing, customer engagement, and analytics. Participants will learn practical ways to leverage AI to save time, reach the right audience, and make data-driven marketing decisions that drive growth.

Presented By: National Community Reinvestment Coalition

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

October 06, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Leasing Secrets Every Business Owner Should Know

This webinar will help business owners understand what to consider before signing a commercial lease. Participants will learn the basics of commercial leases, how to choose a location that meets zoning and permitted-use requirements, what lease terms may be negotiable, and how to protect their businesses during negotiations

October 06, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Leasing Secrets Every Business Owner Should Know

This webinar will help business owners understand what to consider before signing a commercial lease. Participants will learn the basics of commercial leases, how to choose a location that meets zoning and permitted-use requirements, what lease terms may be negotiable, and how to protect their businesses during negotiations. The session will also cover common hidden costs and potential risks, including maintenance charges, renovation expenses, personal guarantees, and options for ending a lease.

Presented By: DC Small Business Development Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

October 06, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
One Person Empire: How to Build a Six-Figure Business

This webinar will help entrepreneurs build and grow a profitable one-person business using artificial intelligence and automation. Participants will learn how to save time, simplify daily operations, and create multiple sources of income without building a large team.

October 06, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
One Person Empire: How to Build a Six-Figure Business

This webinar will help entrepreneurs build and grow a profitable one-person business using artificial intelligence and automation. Participants will learn how to save time, simplify daily operations, and create multiple sources of income without building a large team.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

October 06, 2026
5.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

Meet one-on-one with an attorney to get legal guidance for your small business. Ask questions about starting a business, contracts, commercial leases, intellectual property, employment law, or other legal issues.

October 06, 2026
5.00 PM – 7.00 PM
Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

Meet one-on-one with an attorney to get legal guidance for your small business. Ask questions about starting a business, contracts, commercial leases, intellectual property, employment law, or other legal issues. Business owners can also receive general guidance to help identify and address potential legal concerns.

Presented By: DC Bar Pro Bono

Location: 441 4th St NW

Cost: Free