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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!
March 05, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Business Insurance 101: Protect Your Small Business from Risk

In this session, you’ll learn how to spot common risks, understand key policy terms (and what’s really included), and what to do if you ever need to file a claim

March 05, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Business Insurance 101: Protect Your Small Business from Risk

In this session, you’ll learn how to spot common risks, understand key policy terms (and what’s really included), and what to do if you ever need to file a claim

Presented by: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

March 05, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
It’s Sales, Not Rocket Science – Simple Sales Tactics to Close More Sales

Many sales professionals are good at a few of the steps in the selling cycle, but fail to perform them all or perform them all well.

March 05, 2026
11.00 AM – 12.00 PM
It’s Sales, Not Rocket Science – Simple Sales Tactics to Close More Sales

Many sales professionals are good at a few of the steps in the selling cycle, but fail to perform them all or perform them all well. Then they wonder why they are not successful. Each and every step in the cycle must be performed and performed well to bring about true and lasting sales success…but it’s not rocket science!

Presented by: Maryland Women’s Business Center

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

March 10, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Find the Right Franchise for You. A Business Model for Success

This masterclass is designed to equip participants with the clarity, confidence, and strategic roadmap needed to explore franchising as a pathway to entrepreneurship. Often described as a “business in a box,” franchising offers a proven model for building a profitable business without reinventing operations, marketing, or infrastructure

March 10, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Find the Right Franchise for You. A Business Model for Success

This masterclass is designed to equip participants with the clarity, confidence, and strategic roadmap needed to explore franchising as a pathway to entrepreneurship. Often described as a “business in a box,” franchising offers a proven model for building a profitable business without reinventing operations, marketing, or infrastructure. This engaging session will demystify the franchising process and help attendees assess whether it aligns with their goals, skills, and lifestyle.

Presented by: Washington Area Community Investment Fund

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

March 10, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Financial Intelligence for CEOs: Powering Strategy for Growth

This session takes you beyond understanding your financial statements and into CEO level financial intelligence.

March 10, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.30 PM
Financial Intelligence for CEOs: Powering Strategy for Growth

This session takes you beyond understanding your financial statements and into CEO level financial intelligence. You’ll uncover how your numbers reveal the strength of your strategy, the scalability of your model, and the risk signals that matter to lenders, investors, and corporate customers.

Presented by: Women’s Business Enterprise Council

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free