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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!
February 18, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Brand Protection and Trademark 101: Legal Basics for Small Businesses

This session goes to what trademarks can protect names, logos, and taglines for your business

February 18, 2026
3.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Brand Protection and Trademark 101: Legal Basics for Small Businesses

This session goes to what trademarks can protect (names, logos, taglines), how to think about distinctiveness, and practical strategies to reduce the risk of misuse as you grow—so your identity in the marketplace stays clearly yours.

Presented by: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

February 18, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan

This dynamic webinar will guide you through building a marketing roadmap that sets your business up for success.

February 18, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.30 PM
Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan

This dynamic webinar will guide you through building a marketing roadmap that sets your business up for success. Learn how to identify your ideal clients, create a compelling value proposition, conduct competitor analysis, and implement strategic pricing that drives profits. This session, provides actionable insights to help you confidently begin drafting your marketing plan.

Presented by: SCORE

Location: Virtual

Cost: $10

February 19, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Intro to Bookkeeping for Childcare Businesses

This session covers the basics of tracking expenses, separating personal and business banking, and choosing a bookkeeping system that fits your workflow.

February 19, 2026
12.00 PM – 1.00 PM
Intro to Bookkeeping for Childcare Businesses

This session covers the basics of tracking expenses, separating personal and business banking, and choosing a bookkeeping system that fits your workflow—so you can feel more confident in your numbers and make clearer day-to-day decisions.

Presented by: Start Small Think Big

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

February 19, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Innovations In Capital

This session covers the basics of tracking expenses, separating personal and business banking, and choosing a bookkeeping system that fits your workflow.

February 19, 2026
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM
Innovations In Capital

This session covers the basics of tracking expenses, separating personal and business banking, and choosing a bookkeeping system that fits your workflow—so you can feel more confident in your numbers and make clearer day-to-day decisions.

Presented by: Recast City

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free