Learn about the Maryland Women's business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business.

Join us to find out what it really takes to start your own business. Learn more about the steps involved and discover the many resources available to support you. This workshop is for those thinking about starting a business and also for those with a new business who want to establish a strong foundation to grow.

Learn about the Maryland Women's business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business.

The U.S. Small Business Administration works across all federal agencies to award at least 23% of all prime government contracting dollars to small businesses with specific statutory goals. Join us to learn the basics of government contracting such as the bidding process, small business set-asides, types of contracts, subcontracting, steps to improve your chances of winning a government contract, and how to get started as a government contractor.

The Maryland Insurance Administration is the agency that regulates the insurance industry in this state. They will present this workshop where we will address finding the right type of insurance, what to do after a business loss, and different types of insurance coverage. Be informed. Be protected.

Understand why you need a strong business plan. Learn how to develop each critical piece of your plan. A Business Plan is an essential road map to help steer your business in the right direction, keep you on track and provide critical documentation when you are ready to seek funding. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources.

Do you know how to read your business financial statements and build a favorable business credit score? Do you understand the process of applying for and qualifying for business credit? Have you considered the various financing options available to your business? These are critical topics that every small business owner must understand. These classes taught by HSBC bank in Montgomery and M&T bank in Prince George’s County will help y...

Do you know that LinkedIn is one of the most powerful business tools available today? This workshop will answer your LinkedIn questions, teach you how to optimize your profile so you reach the right target audience and show you how to search, connect and meet your most valuable potential connections such as clients, hiring managers, vendors, job candidates, recruiters and more. Our trainer, Mike Shelah will also teach you how to schedule a mee...

This workshop will take you through the entrepreneurial process; help you to understand or find entrepreneurial opportunities and show you how to take a business idea to concept.

Join us to find out what it really takes to start your own business. Learn more about the steps involved and discover the many resources available to support you.