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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\nLearn how to do business with Montgomery County! During this free webinar\, hear about: \n\nOverview of how to register your business with Montgomery County\nWhere to find solicitations on the Montgomery County website\nOverview of Montgomery County compliance programs\nLocal Small Business Reserve Program and Minority\, Female\, and Disabled-Owned (MFD)\n\nHosted quarterly with Montgomery County Office of Procurement.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/do-business-with-moco-apr2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Procurement/Government Contracting
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T214204Z
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting for Beginners Pt. 2
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nJoin Economic Development Specialist of the Washington Metropolitan Area District Office\, Nirav “Nick” Rajpara\, for part 2 of this free quarterly webinar covering the basics of government contracting.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/government-contracting-for-beginners-pt-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Procurement/Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting for Beginners Pt. 1
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nJoin Economic Development Specialist of the Washington Metropolitan Area District Office\, Nirav “Nick” Rajpara\, for part 1 of this free quarterly webinar covering the basics of government contracting.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/gov-contracting-for-beginners-pt1-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Procurement/Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20260218T235207Z
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SUMMARY:EmpowHER: Building Bold Businesses in a Changing Economy
DESCRIPTION:  \nMaryland Women’s Business Center is proud to present EmpowHER: Building Bold Businesses in a Changing Economy\, in partnership with the Universities at Shady Grove. \nEmpowHER is a small business conference and resource fair that aims to provide a platform for entrepreneurs and professionals to come together and exchange ideas\, network\, build community\, and share strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve success in today’s business landscape. \n  \nThursday\, March 19\, 2026\n9:00am – 1:30pm\nThe Universities at Shady Grove – Building II\n$40\n\nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!\n\n  REGISTER\n \nMWBC is offering 20 free tickets to federal workers impacted by staffing changes in 2025/2026. If you are interested in claiming one of these tickets\, please fill out this form. \n  \nYour ticket to EmpowHER 2026 includes: \nA Content-Filled Agenda \nLearn from a dynamic group of industry professionals as they share their expertise and advice on how to adapt and thrive when faced with new challenges. \n\n9:00am – Networking\n9:30am – Welcome | Dr. Anne Khademian\, Executive Director\, Universities at Shady Grove\n9:40am – Opening Remarks | Monique Ashton\, Mayor – City of Rockville\n9:50am – Keynote | Margarita Womack\, Founder – Latin Goodness\, LLC/MasPanadas\n10:15am – Panel Discussion | Building Bold: Founders on Risk\, Change\, and What it Takes | Aisha Khadar\, CEO – Sha’s Organic Skin Care & Medspa; Nurith Berstein\, President – Next Level Rentals & Realty; Mercedita Roxas-Murray\, CEO – Montage Marketing \n11:00am – Founders Rising Business Pitch Competition powered by NEXT/My NEXT Raise | Supported by Montgomery County Business Center and Shulman Rogers\n12:00pm – Workshop | Building Your Digital Home: Website Basics for Businesses led by Margaret Doan\, Managing Partner – PIXLink Studio\n12:45pm – Pitch competition awards\n1:00pm – Networking\n\nNetworking Opportunities \nEngage with entrepreneurs at every stage of business and build invaluable connections. \nAn Exhibitor Hall with Dozens of Local Vendors and Partners \nDiscover\, support\, and network with local businesses and resource partners as they showcase their products and services to help your business. \n\nCity of Frederick Department of Economic Development\nCity of Rockville Procurement Department\nFarallon Bookkeeping\nFSC First\nFrederick County Office of Economic Development\nGaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce\nGreater Rockville Chamber of Commerce \nInterfaith Works\nLabor Credit Union\nLafayette Federal Credit Union\nM&T Bank\nMaryland National Capital Parks and Planning Commission\nMontgomery County Black Collective\nMontgomery County Business Center\nMontgomery County Chamber of Commerce\nMontgomery County Department of Permitting Services\nMontgomery County Office of Procurement\nMWBC Shop Local\nNazareth Bonifacino Law\nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation\nRockville Economic Development\, Inc. \nRohner Consulting\nStellar 5 Legal\nThe Universities at Shady Grove\nU.S. General Services Administration – Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization\nU.S. Small Business Administration\nVerizon Digital Ready\nWomen Business Owners of Montgomery County\nWorkSource Montgomery\n\n  \nKeynote: Margarita Womack\, CEO – Latin Goodness Foods\, LLC/MasPanadas \nPh.D. scientist-turned-entrepreneur\, Margarita Womack\, is the award winning founder of MasPanadas and a champion of Maryland’s manufacturing sector. \n  \nBuilding Bold: Founders on Risk\, Change\, and What it Takes  \nLearn from experienced founders as they share real-world insights on taking risks\, navigating change\, and building businesses that last. Featuring Aisha Khadar of Sha’s Organic Skin Care & Medspa\, Nurith Berstein of Next Level Rentals & Realty\, and Mercedita Roxas-Murray of Montage Marketing. \n  \nFounders Rising Business Pitch Competition powered by NEXT/My NEXT Raise\nMWBC’s Founders Rising\, an 8-week capacity-building program\, helped twenty displaced federal workers develop sustainable business plans and launch their businesses. At EmpowHER 2026\, six Founders Rising graduates will pitch to a panel of judges and a live audience for a chance to win over $6\,000 in cash prizes. With the support of the Montgomery County Business Center and Shulman Rogers\, these entrepreneurs are building their second act through business ownership.\n \nCheer on and vote for one of the following participants: \n\n\n\nMinal Amin – Feenix Collaborative \nMia Bailey – So Respond\nStefany Holguin – Salt Perspectives\nGarine Isassi – Love\, Books & Music\nPaula Malozowski – Veraz Human Strategies\nBridget Williams-Simmons – Convergent Point Strategies\n\n\n\n  \nBuilding Your Digital Home: Website Basics for Businesses  \nPerfect for entrepreneurs starting fresh or updating their site! Learn the essentials every business website needs to attract customers: \n\n\n\nKey pages every site should have\nClear\, conversion-friendly structure\nSimple tips to look polished and professional \n\n\n\nDonation Drive\nWe are partnering with Interfaith Works in Rockville\, MD to collect donations of new/gently used business attire for job interviews\, and laundry detergent to maintain their clothing. Interfaith Works aims to provide vital services and essential needs to Montgomery County residents below the Federal poverty line.\n \n  \nMWBC Shop Local\nLearn about MWBC’s retail incubator program and explore and purchase products from our current cohort of vendors. \n  \nMWBC Counselors\nExplore the services and resources offered by the Maryland Women’s Business Center\, meet our business consultant team\, and learn how to schedule a FREE counseling session. \n  \nLight Refreshments\nEnjoy coffee and light breakfast refreshments included in your ticket to EmpowHER. \n  \nParking Included\nParking is included in the ticket fee. The parking validation received at the event is ONLY valid for the Traville Gateway Garage and WILL NOT be redeemable at any other garages/lots. To get to the Traville Gateway Garage\, enter the following address into your GPS: 9638 Gudelsky Dr\, Rockville\, MD 20850 \nIf you enter Universities at Shady Grove into your GPS\, it will take you to the campus main entrance. Follow the signage around the campus to get to the Traville Gateway Garage. The easiest way to access the Traville Gateway Garage is from Darnestown Rd. \n  \nIn partnership with:\n \n \nThank you to our Sponsors:  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMWBC’s EmpowHER is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. View MWBC’s Funding Disclosure. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/empowher2026/
LOCATION:The Universities at Shady Grove\, 9630 Gudelsky Drive\, Building II\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Core,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Marketing,Networking,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T120000
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SUMMARY:Borrowing for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nIn this course\, led by Lydia Faleye\, Banking Officer and Financial Inclusion Leader at Truist Bank\, you’ll learn why businesses borrow\, where to turn for funding\, and how the lending process works to get you to a smoother\, smarter\, and often more successful outcome.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/borrowing-for-small-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Finance,Funding,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20260128T191609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191609Z
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SUMMARY:It’s Sales\, Not Rocket Science – Simple Sales Tactics to Close More Sales
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nMany sales professionals are good at a few of the steps in the selling cycle\, but fail to perform them all or perform them all well. Then they wonder why they are not successful. Each and every step in the cycle must be performed and performed well to bring about true and lasting sales success…but it’s not rocket science!
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/sales-not-rocket-science/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20260128T191254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191647Z
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SUMMARY:Automation/Automating Tools to Run Your Business Smoothly
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\nRunning a business doesn’t have to mean doing everything yourself. This webinar will introduce you to automation tools and systems that help streamline daily operations\, save time\, and reduce overwhelm—without requiring advanced tech skills.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/automation-tools-mar2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Managing a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20260123T170912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T160341Z
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SUMMARY:Utilizing SBA Resources to Help Your Business Succeed
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\nJoin Nirav “Nick” Rajpara\, Economic Development Specialist with the SBA Washington Metropolitan Area District Office\, for this free quarterly session to learn how SBA programs and resources can help you start\, grow\, and scale your business. Attendees will gain an overview of access to capital\, contracting opportunities\, counseling and training\, and tools designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/utilizing-sba-resources/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business Finance,Finance,Funding,Grants,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20251222T215520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T200253Z
UID:10002906-1770292800-1770296400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Rule Ready: What's New for Small Biz in 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\nJoin Ginny Bonifacino\, founder of Maryland’s first Certified B Corporation™ law firm\, for a focused webinar on upcoming 2026 regulations\, compliance updates\, and policy changes impacting small businesses. Ginny will break down what’s new and what entrepreneurs need to do to stay compliant—so you can start the year informed\, prepared\, and on the right foot.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/new-in-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Legal Issues,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20260106T170353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T170353Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with GSA
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\nLearn how to position your small business for success with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). This session\, hosted by GSA’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)\, will cover the agency’s mission\, contracting opportunities\, and tools available to help small businesses compete for federal contracts. Participants will gain insight into the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)\, subcontracting strategies\, and resources designed to support socioeconomically disadvantaged businesses.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/doing-business-with-gsa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Procurement/Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20251203T212912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T212912Z
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SUMMARY:Automations Don't Equal AI
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\nA. Marie Dingwall is a workflow and automations consultant and founder of &Marie Solutions\, a solo consultancy serving small business owners. Drawing on 20 years of administrative experience\, she designs clear\, dependable\, systems agnostic workflows that streamline everyday operations and quietly reduce “business chaos” behind the scenes. Through trainings\, audits\, and implementation support\, she helps founders turn manual\, time consuming processes into simple automations that free up time and mental energy for the work only they can do.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/automations-dont-equal-ai/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Resources,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20250617T201836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T203249Z
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SUMMARY:Reboot: Your Entrepreneurial Launchpad [Montgomery County]
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\nReady to turn your big idea into bold action? Reboot: Your Entrepreneurial Launchpad is a high-energy\, one-day immersion into the mindset\, tools\, and knowledge that every aspiring entrepreneur (or current business owner who’s feeling a little stuck) needs. Whether you’re starting from scratch or reigniting your vision\, this event is your spark to launch\, grow\, and thrive. \nAt this hands-on event\, learn how to:\n• Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset (led by Karen Sippel\, Managing Director\, Maryland Women’s Business Center)\n• Set your business up for success (led by Cindy Butler\, Director\, WBC of Northern Virginia)\n• Navigate the logistics of starting a business in Maryland (featuring local experts from Montgomery County)\n• Develop a network of expert business advisors to have on call (led by Angie Duncanson\, business consultant)\n• Create a Business Model Canvas in 60 minutes  \nThis event is particularly relevant to former federal workers or contractors who are navigating the journey from employee to entrepreneur. Each attendee will walk away with new connections and a workbook of tools and resources. \n**No charge**\n**Lunch provided**\n**Workbook provided** \nReboot your thinking. Launch your future. \n\nMWBC’s Reboot is supported by:
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/reboot-your-entrepreneurial-launchpad-montgomery-county/
LOCATION:Montgomery College – Science West Building – SW 301\, 51 Mannakee Street\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Core,Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20230404T164243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T144814Z
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SUMMARY:Resources For Your Small Business with Montgomery County Public Libraries
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\nAre you looking to start a small business or expand your current one?  The Maryland Women’s Business Center (MWBC) has free resources and tools to guide you.  MWBC offers information on entrepreneurial best practices through business consulting\, networking opportunities\, workshops and trainings\, access to capital\,  and much more! Join us for this virtual information session and learn how to start accessing these resources now.  (This program will also feature a brief overview of some of MCPL’s resources for small businesses). \n  \nPresenters: \nDanette Nguyen\nManaging Director\, MWBC\ndanette@marylandwbc.org \nAdrienne Van Lare\nProgram Manager\, MCPL\nAdrienne.VanLare@montgomerycountymd.gov
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/mcpl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Starting a Business
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210521T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063708
CREATED:20210420T203713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T203713Z
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SUMMARY:3 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Pitching to Media
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nHow do I pitch to media????? Join us Friday\, May 21 at 12:00PM as Samantha McCoy shares a mix of communications strategies that improve Brand Placement with media favorability with pitches getting picked up. \nSamantha has provided communications support to corporations\, nonprofits and entrepreneurs since 2006. As a public relations professional\, Samantha understands the value of media placements\, as they help companies increase trust with their audience and attract new clients\, supporters\, and investors. She has secured placements on a variety of television\, radio\, digital and print outlets and has also served as a senior producer at a local radio station in Baltimore\, MD. Through these experiences\, Samantha has developed specific insight on how media professionals decide what they will cover\, and helps others to be prepared for their time in the spotlight. \n  \nSamantha is an experienced public speaker\, with experience presenting to youth\, college students and professionals. She has presented at the Smithsonian National Affiliations Conference\, the National Black Public Relations Conference and the Association of African American Museums Conference. Samantha has a B.A. in Corporate Communications and a M.S. in Nonprofit Management and is passionate about using her communications knowledge to help leaders learn and grow. \nYou can follow her on Instagram @smccoyjoy or subscribe to her new YouTube Channel MissionKey TV where she interviews entrepreneurs and business leaders\, and shares her insights on industry topics.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/3-mistakes-entrepreneurs-make-when-pitching-to-media/
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Public and Media Relations,Social Media
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Women's Business Center":MAILTO:info@marylandwbc.org
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