During this dynamic and interactive workshop, discover how to navigate the government contract market, identify valid prospects, and craft a winning proposal. The session begins with a moderated panel that will share insight into government purchasing trends, business intelligence resources, and targeted market segments. The panel will be moderated by Ben Simmons, President/CEO of Business Development Strategies LLC. Panelists include: Maria A...

A business plan is a road map to steer your business in the right direction and an essential component of success. It is also the key to securing funding from banks and investors. Writing your business plan requires a holistic analysis of your business, which we will detail in this course. Topics include: Business mission, vision and valuesMarket/competitive analysisMarketing goalsBusiness operations and organizational structureFinancial a...

Have you considered becoming certified women-owned business but don’t know where to start?Are you looking for opportunities to pursue business deals with hundreds of state and local government entities?Do you want to know more about the criteria to become a recognized minority business owner in the state of Maryland? Join us for a presentation and discussion with the Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Office of Minor...

If you are ready to find your new retail or office space, this workshop will provide you with the working knowledge to find and secure your location and understand your commercial lease. Learn how to avoid the potential landmines that can cost you your business and quite possibly your home, personal property, credit rating and more.Discover what you need to do before you start “looking” for space for either retail or office proper...

If you want to leverage the power of word-of-mouth marketing, then this workshop is for you. During this workshop, you will learn where to find stories to build your business, how to master metaphors, the four science-based elements of unforgettable stories; and how to humanize and humorize your stories to connect.

Creating a strategic marketing plan that identifies your ideal market, outlines actionable steps to reach that market and researches your competition requires a step-by-step plan. Learn how to identify and implement these critical steps with a plan that moves your business toward sustained success. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. No cash walk-ins allowed (c...

Learn why you need a solid and robust Business Plan. Learn how to develop each critical part of your plan. This workshop includes a general outline and guides you on additional resources that you can access to develop a Successful Business Plan in Rockville. NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE DELIVERED IN SPANISH

Get familiar with the various versions of QuickBooks. Learn how to do an initial set up and how to link bank and credit cards accounts as well as how to record data. This is an introductory class. If you have QB on your device, bring it, but not required. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we ca...

Creating a strategic marketing plan that identifies your ideal market, outlines actionable steps to reach that market and researches your competition requires a step-by-step plan. Learn how to identify and implement these critical steps with a plan that moves your business toward sustained success. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. No cash walk-ins allowed (c...

Did you know 65% of small businesses will suffer some form of cyber attack and of those, 61% will NOT survive. Learn ways to protect your business, yourself, and your dreams from cyber attacks now and in the future. Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of MindSpout, Scott Raba, will alert you to the must-knows of cyber protection. All small businesses need to attend this workshop. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attende...