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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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