The future of work requires an educated workforce that is skilled in the areas that new technologies, ways of working, and shifts in buying behaviors demand. Return on Education will look at these challenges and several unique solutions to building, educating, and sustaining the future workforce. We will be discussing and showcase work on educating the future workforce on critical hard skills like no-code/low-code, cybersecurity, as well as on...

The pace of change and the variety of potential threats mean that business leaders must constantly be on the alert – whether or not they’re prepared. On Nov. 4, the Business Courier will hold an in-person forum, during which our group of experts will provide the latest news and advice related to this critically important topic.

The Fire Awards is DC Inno's annual celebration of innovators, entrepreneurs and thriving companies that are blazing new paths and lighting up the ecosystem. During our virtual celebration, we invite you to grab a drink and sit back as we highlight the Fire winners and reveal the Inno Blazers (number #1) in each category. Followed by a panel with DC Inno's staff reporter who will bring in a few of the honorees together for a conversation about...

For businesses to thrive in the Covid-19 era, they need one thing: capital. For women and minority-owned businesses, access to that essential piece comes with unique challenges. Join the Baltimore Business Journal, Washington Business Journal and Sandy Spring Bank for a virtual discussion of the strategies women and minority-owned businesses can use to build their future success. We’ll hear from area funders, banking executives and busin...

The Washington Business Journal is proud to once again host the 18th annual Women Who Mean Business Program this fall. This award honors the region's most influential business women of 2021 and the event is a time to celebrate this year's class along with the Washington Business Journal's alumnae. Honorees represent women from every industry and profession, women who have made a difference in their communities and are leaving a mark on Washing...

The Covid-19 pandemic has permanently changed the way we work and the way health care functions. So, what does the future of the health care industry look like? Join the Washington Business Journal for our Future of Health Care event as we gather some of the top minds in HR, insurance and health care to look at how you can position your company to attract and retain top talent by staying ahead of the curve. Whether it’s additional sick t...

Business Travel was hit hard by the recent health crisis, with a drop of 90% at the height of the pandemic. As it starts to rebound, the effects may be felt by local business economies for years to come. American City Business Journals will host a national conversation on the future of business travel. Discussion topics will include: The state and forecast of business travel Impact on the hospitality industry Effects on the central business di...

The Fire Awards is DC Inno's annual celebration of innovators, entrepreneurs and thriving companies that are blazing new paths and lighting up the ecosystem. During our virtual celebration, we invite you to grab a drink and sit back as we highlight the Fire winners and reveal the Inno Blazers (number #1) in each category. Followed by a panel with DC Inno's staff reporter who will bring in a few of the honorees together for a conversation about...

During this information-packed 3-hour event, we will hear from Amazon executives leading a variety of different initiatives within the organization, as well as Amazon’s business partners, real estate developers, nonprofit partners, and economic development experts about the best ways to partner with Amazon, what programs the company is focused on and where Amazon is focusing on next. This will be a can’t-miss event for business and...

Join us for our 14th annual program (formerly known as the Minority Business Leader Awards), celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workforce and honoring inspiring business leaders of color in Greater Washington. The Diversity in Business Awards will honor the entrepreneurial drive, creativity and success of our inspiring honorees! Honorees were judged based on professional accomplishments, community leadership and philanthropy, as well a...