HELPING YOU GROW
Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed. They are crucial for many industries, especially construction and service-related businesses, as they provide a guarantee that you will fulfill your contractual obligations. Learn more about the SBA Surety Bond Program with this free informational […]
Join MWBC for a free virtual information session where the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) will overview their four certification programs: Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Small Business Enterprise (SBE) The webinar will cover: An examination of the five eligibility standards A review of the complete […]
Join this webinar cohosted with the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services to find out what business owners need to know about the permitting department and how to navigate the permitting process. Learn about permitting topics such as use and occupancy certificates and gain insight about what business owners need to know before signing a […]
Learn how to do business with the City of Rockville! During this free informational webinar, we will be covering: Difference between city vs. county Procurement process Procurement path by threshold Speaker: Pat Ryan, CPPB, MBA Principal Buyer City of Rockville Procurement Division
Learn about eligibility and the application process for the Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) or Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Program with this quarterly webinar by SBA Business Opportunity Specialist, Roderick L. Johnson. This webinar has been rescheduled from Wednesday, February 7 to Wednesday, February 14.
Ready to become a prime contractor with the state of Maryland? Every small, minority, women and veteran business owner should consider participation in the SBR Program, a race- and gender-neutral procurement program that offers prime contracting opportunities on state-funded contracts. This class covers the program's eligibility standards, the online certification process, and the pipeline for […]
TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT ARE OFF SALE Featured Business Let's get crafty! The featured business of February is Hammer & Stain Rockville! Hear from owner, Michelle Izquierdo, about her experience as a woman-/Latina-owned business. Network with other entrepreneurs while you enjoy small bites, beverages, and participate in a fun DIY wood plaque designing workshop. What […]
Are you looking to expand your company's reach as a subcontractor? Participation in Maryland’s MBE Program offers a broad range of opportunities to perform as a subcontractor on state-funded contracts. During this session, we will provide a comprehensive look at the MBE rights and responsibilities in both the prime and subcontractor roles, examine best practices […]
Are you a veteran entrepreneur? Join us for a look at common procurement best practices, tactics, and protocols to assist subcontractors compete with greater confidence. Guests will receive tips on how to build relationships with prime contractors and how to protect your business when performing as a subcontractor. We will also cover Maryland's Veteran-Owned Small […]
Our “Elements of Entrepreneurship” introduction to entrepreneurship course is a 4-part webinar series. It consists of a multi-layered learning experience that demystifies the process of taking a business from ideation to launch to growth. Through a mix of moderated training, interactive discussions, and assignments, you will learn how to transform a good idea into a […]
In a competitive and crowded business landscape, it is important to be able to clearly articulate who you are, and what you do...fast. In this webinar, we'll cover how to go about building a brand and marketing your business, in a way that outshines the competition and connects with your target audience, so that they […]
Our “Elements of Entrepreneurship” introduction to entrepreneurship course is a 4-part webinar series. It consists of a multi-layered learning experience that demystifies the process of taking a business from ideation to launch to growth. Through a mix of moderated training, interactive discussions, and assignments, you will learn how to transform a good idea into a […]