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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!
June 10, 2026
6.00 PM – 7.30 PM
Networking That Works: Building a Referral-Driven Business

Join this webinar to explore proven strategies for developing a strong referral network and leveraging relationships to drive consistent business growth.

June 10, 2026
6.00 PM – 7.30 PM
Networking That Works: Building a Referral-Driven Business

Join this webinar to explore proven strategies for developing a strong referral network and leveraging relationships to drive consistent business growth.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

June 10, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Hiring Employees to Manage Systems

Join this webinar to learn how to identify the roles your business needs, hire employees who can effectively manage key systems and build a team that supports sustainable growth.

June 10, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Hiring Employees to Manage Systems

Join this webinar to learn how to identify the roles your business needs, hire employees who can effectively manage key systems and build a team that supports sustainable growth.

Presented By: Score

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

June 10, 2026
6.30 PM – 8.00 PM
Five Guaranteed Ways to Get Appointments from Networking Events

Join this workshop to strengthen your networking and relationship-building skills to create meaningful business opportunities.

June 10, 2026
6.30 PM – 8.00 PM
Five Guaranteed Ways to Get Appointments from Networking Events

Join this workshop to strengthen your networking and relationship-building skills to create meaningful business opportunities. Participants will learn how to craft compelling introductions that leave a lasting impression, build authentic professional connections, and apply strategic follow-up techniques that help turn conversations into appointments and long-term opportunities. From personalized outreach to effective social media engagement, this session will provide practical tools to help participants build and maintain strong professional relationships.

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: 15402 Emerald Way, MD

Cost: Free

June 10, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.30 PM
Aligning Funding Strategy with Contracting Plans

Join this in-person training to learn how to align your funding strategy with your contracting and business growth plans.

June 10, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.30 PM
Aligning Funding Strategy with Contracting Plans

Join this in-person training to learn how to align your funding strategy with your contracting and business growth plans. Participants will explore how to identify the right types of funding for different stages of business development, better understand financing options, and make informed decisions that support operational capacity, contract readiness, and long-term sustainability.

Presented By: Department of Small and Local Business Development

Location: 901 G St NW

Cost: Free