DC SMALL BIZ HELP
A robust resource hub to help you discover, connect to, and navigate DC’s small business ecosystem.
GET HELP WITH YOUR BUSINESS NOWDCSmallBizHelp 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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Explore organizations that can help plan, start or grow your business.
Business Support Organizations
DC SMALL BIZ HELP
Automation/Automating Tools to Run Your Business Smoothly
This webinar will introduce you to automation tools and systems that help streamline daily operations, save time, and reduce overwhelm—
Automation/Automating Tools to Run Your Business Smoothly
This webinar will introduce you to automation tools and systems that help streamline daily operations, save time, and reduce overwhelm—without requiring advanced tech skills. Running a business doesn’t have to mean doing everything yourself.
Presented by: Maryland Women’s Business Center
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Business Diagnostic Check
During this in-person session, staff will provide one-on-one assistance in navigating the regulatory process.
Business Diagnostic Check
During this in-person session, staff will provide one-on-one assistance in navigating the regulatory process. You will gain in-depth knowledge about registering with corporations (e.g., Limited Liability Company, Corporations, Non-Profits, etc.) and the basic steps for obtaining a business license as well as building permit/certificate of occupancy guidance.
Presented by: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Location:1207 H Street NE
Cost: Free
Government Contracting for Beginners, Part 2
This webinar, Part 2 of a two-part series, is dedicated continuing the discussion to demystify/deconstruct how your business can begin to sell to federal agencies, and why federal agencies may want to buy from you.
Government Contracting for Beginners, Part 2
This webinar, Part 2 of a two-part series, is dedicated continuing the discussion to demystify/deconstruct how your business can begin to sell to federal agencies, and why federal agencies may want to buy from you. We will discuss SBA Certifications that could help you sell to federal agencies, as well as strategies and tactics on how you can position yourself and your business to get your first federal contracts.
Presented by: DC Small Business Development Center
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Unlocking Opportunities with WACIF
Join this session that provides the opportunity for entrepreneurs and small business owners to gain insights, resources, and connections enabling your business to prosper.
Unlocking Opportunities with WACIF
Learn how WACIF supports entrepreneurs with education, advising, and lending—get the resources and capital to launch or grow your business. Join this session that provides the opportunity for entrepreneurs and small business owners to gain insights, resources, and connections enabling your business to prosper.
Presented by: Washington Area Community Investment Fund
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free