In this workshop, Counselor-Trainer Maria McElhenny will guide you on how to select a business form and identify the steps to register your business and apply for a tax ID number. You will work on developing a smart business name and reserving your domain and social media names. Note our Policy: No refunds will be issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. You must register online at www.mar...

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 of starting a business or those with a new business that want to have a strong foundation to grow.

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

Taglines are a great way to maximize the effectiveness of your logo, marketing message, or elevator speech. Join Maria Ryan McElhenny for an interactive workshop where you will define the key elements of your tagline and create a memorable description of what you offer. Get clarity that will resonate with your specific target audience.

Understand why you need a strong business plan. Learn how to develop each critical piece of your plan. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources.

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 of starting a business or those with a new business that want to have a strong foundation to grow.

Are you afraid of public speaking? Scared you will bore your audience? Terrified that when you open your mouth only a squeak will come out? You can vanquish these fears and become an inspiring storyteller. Join us to have fun and learn how.

This six-week intensive course, taught by Maria McElhenny runs Monday, April 9 through May 21 You will meet once a week for three hours. The series takes you through the process of developing a strong business plan. You will finish the program with a road map and complete plan in hand to guide you through the growth of your business. This series is great preparation for entering the 2018 StartRight! Business Plan Competition. Series Fee: $199...

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.

Counselor-Trainer, Maria McElhenny will guide you on how to select a business entity and identify the steps to register your business and apply for a tax ID number. You will work on developing a smart business name and reserving your domain and social media names.