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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 01, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Business Foundations & Business Planning

Join DC BizCAP for a session on building strong business foundation focusing on compliance requirements, financial literacy and planning.

September 01, 2026
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Business Foundations & Business Planning

Join DC BizCAP for a session on building strong business foundation focusing on compliance requirements, financial literacy and planning.

Presented By: Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking

Location: 1050 1st St NE

Cost: Free

September 03, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Your brand story: How to Build a Business People Remember

In this session participants will learn how to define and articulate your brand’s core story to connect with your target audience, develop foundational positioning strategies for product and service businesses, and more.

September 03, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Your brand story: How to Build a Business People Remember

In this session participants will learn how to define and articulate your brand’s core story to connect with your target audience, develop foundational positioning strategies for product and service businesses, and more.

Presented By: Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

September 03, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Building A Strong Business Foundation

This course will help aspiring entrepreneurs explore their motivation for starting a business, assess whether their idea is viable in the marketplace, and understand what it takes to succeed as a business owner.

September 03, 2026
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM
Building A Strong Business Foundation

This course will help aspiring entrepreneurs explore their motivation for starting a business, assess whether their idea is viable in the marketplace, and understand what it takes to succeed as a business owner. Participants will also examine options for covering startup expenses and learn how the Maryland Women’s Business Center (MWBC) can support them throughout their entrepreneurial journey.

Presented By: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: $25

September 08, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
PR for Small Businesses: Get Media Attention That Builds Credibility

This session covers crafting compelling stories, reaching out to journalists, leveraging press releases, and using media coverage to enhance your reputation.

September 08, 2026
10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
PR for Small Businesses: Get Media Attention That Builds Credibility

This session covers crafting compelling stories, reaching out to journalists, leveraging press releases, and using media coverage to enhance your reputation. Participants will leave with practical strategies to generate positive publicity and turn media attention into real business opportunities.

Presented By: National Community Reinvestment Coalition

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free