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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DC SMALL BIZ HELP
Certified Up: Group Expert Open Hours
Learn how business certifications can help you find new customers and qualify for opportunities with government agencies and private companies.
Certified Up: Group Expert Open Hours
Learn how business certifications can help you find new customers and qualify for opportunities with government agencies and private companies. In this open Q&A session, ask questions about which certifications buyers look for and how to use them to build relationships and win new business.
Presented By: Washington Area Community Investment Fund
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
AI for Entrepreneurs: Where It Fits in Your Business
Learn how to use AI for everyday business tasks, with a focus on marketing and communications. This free webinar will explore where AI can help, how to choose tools that fit your needs, and simple ways to get started.
AI for Entrepreneurs: Where It Fits in Your Business
Learn how to use AI for everyday business tasks, with a focus on marketing and communications. This free webinar will explore where AI can help, how to choose tools that fit your needs, and simple ways to get started.
Presented By: Washington Area Community Investment Fund
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
The Value of Trademarks and Trade Secrets in the Age of AI
This webinar will help business owners understand how to protect trademarks and trade secrets in the age of artificial intelligence. Participants will learn how these forms of intellectual property can strengthen their businesses, protect valuable assets, and contribute to long-term company value.
The Value of Trademarks and Trade Secrets in the Age of AI
This webinar will help business owners understand how to protect trademarks and trade secrets in the age of artificial intelligence. Participants will learn how these forms of intellectual property can strengthen their businesses, protect valuable assets, and contribute to long-term company value.
Presented By: DC Small Business Development Center
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
CATAPULT 15 Application
CATAPULT is an intensive learning program that helps business owners develop innovative solutions to real business challenges. Participants will apply lessons from the program to strengthen their businesses and put their ideas into action.
CATAPULT 15 Application
CATAPULT is an intensive learning program that helps business owners develop innovative solutions to real business challenges. Participants will apply lessons from the program to strengthen their businesses and put their ideas into action.
Presented By: Capital One
Apply By: November 2, 2026
Cost: Free