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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170405T100000
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SUMMARY:Setting Your Business Foundation for Growth and Profitability - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786967″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nSetting up a solid foundation and infrastructure of systems and processes for your business is critical to sustained success. Systems allow you to manage every element of your business from routine daily tasks to standardizing steps\, to implementing automated programs like accounting. Using proven systems results in efficiency\, accountability\, and automation\, saving time and money. \nThis workshop taught by Afi Harrington\,PhD. will show you how to look at your business from a systems perspective. It will help you identify where you might implement systems\, policies\, and processes. All small business owners and entrepreneurs should strongly consider this foundational workshop. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/setting-your-business-foundation-for-growth-and-profitability-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170405T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170309T165649Z
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SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786949″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n\n\nLearn about the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. Fee: FREE! \nNote our Policy: You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/orientation-to-small-business-resources-montgomery-county-12/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170309T172317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170309T172317Z
UID:10001572-1491472800-1491480000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:International Trade Series: Preparing to Do Business Abroad? - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786957″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nWhat is your strategy for properly preparing to do business internationally? Tiffanie Kendrick\, International business consultant will provide you with important insight and discuss the items that are often overlooked so that you are not taken by surprise when you arrive overseas or you begin to launch your international business. This workshop is a wealth of practical information you need to know. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/international-trade-series-preparing-to-do-business-abroad-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:eCommerce,Exporting/Importing,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170315T191946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T191946Z
UID:10001588-1491487200-1491498000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Assessing Your Business Idea - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786962″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nNot all ideas are good or profitable business ideas. In this workshop\, you will examine business types and choose a business idea while learning to understand niches\, market segmentation\, and target markets. You will assess who the customer is\, develop the research process\, and learn about resources and contingency plans so that you can be sure your business is on solid ground. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/assessing-your-business-idea-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170309T175920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170309T175920Z
UID:10001579-1491919200-1491930000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786951″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nJoin 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. Questions about legal structures are answered by an attorney. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/abcs-of-starting-a-business-montgomery-county-12/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170307T223130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T223130Z
UID:10001376-1492164000-1492174800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABC Empezando un Negocio -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786955″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n\nVenga y descubra los pasos básicos para empezar un negocio efectivo y rentable. Aprenda más sobre los pasos que debe caminar y descubra todos los recursos que están disponibles para apoyar este emprendimiento. Preguntas acerca de la estructura legal de su negocio serán resueltas por un Abogado en nuestras instalaciones en Rockville. Costo: $35 \nPor favor tenga en cuenta nuestra política: – No se reembolsa el dinero por los talleres que no son atendidos – No se aceptan visitas sin cita previa en nuestras oficinas de Bowie o Frederick – No se acepta dinero en efectivo.(Tarjetas de Crédito) en nuestra oficina de Rockville – Usted debe registrarse en linea en www.marylandwbc.org y nosotros reservaremos una silla para usted en el taller.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/abc-empezando-un-negocio-montgomery-county-11/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Spanish,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170415T090000
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CREATED:20170322T203016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170322T203016Z
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SUMMARY:Write an Effective Business Plan Intensive Series - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786968″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nThis six-week intensive course\, taught by Martha Jimenez\, runs Saturdays April 15 through May 20. 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 2017 StartRight! Business Plan Competition. Series Fee: $199 includes materials must be paid in full prior to start of class. \nYou MUST register by April 10 so that we can order materials and workbook ahead of time. \nWe are located in Suite 20\, Plaza East\, co-located with Rockville Economic Development (REDI) offices. \nThere is parking in the garage below the building at 51 Monroe. The entrance is on Monroe Place. \nIf you park in the garage below our building\, take the elevator to PL for plaza level. We are unable to reimburse for parking. \nPlease Note: There are no refunds for workshops not attended. You must register in advance by April 10) for this workshop so that materials may be prepared for you.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/write-an-effective-business-plan-intensive-series-montgomery-county-3/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170315T190113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T190113Z
UID:10001586-1492509600-1492515000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Marketing Toolkit -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786960″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness coach (AnjaliVarma.com) and small business owner of Kidville in downtown Bethesda\, Anjali Varma will share low-cost\, tangible\, and easy marketing strategies that you can incorporate immediately to begin marketing and growing your business. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/small-business-marketing-toolkit-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170315T190806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T190806Z
UID:10001587-1492596000-1492603200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Trademark and Copyrights Use in Your Business - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786961″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nFind out exactly what copyright protects and how you can protect your original work by filing with the U.S. Copyright Office. Learn how to avoid infringement of copyright of others as well. Joan Teich\, Attorney\, will teach you how use trademarks and copyright in this workshop that is both fun and enlightening. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/understanding-trademark-and-copyrights-use-in-your-business-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Legal Issues,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170222T211938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170222T211938Z
UID:10001373-1492623000-1492633800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Write an Effective Business Plan Intensive Series - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786947″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nThis seven-week intensive course\, taught by Maria McElhennny\, runs Wednesdays April 19 through May 31. 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 2017 StartRight! Business Plan Competition. Series Fee: $199 includes materials must be paid in full prior to start of class. \nWe are located in Suite 20\, Plaza East\, co-located with Rockville Economic Development (REDI) offices. \nThere is parking in the garage below the building at 51 Monroe. The entrance is on Monroe Place. \nIf you park in the garage below our building\, take the elevator to PL for plaza level. We are unable to reimburse for parking. \nPlease Note: There are no refunds for workshops not attended. You must register in advance for this workshop so that materials may be prepared for you.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/write-an-effective-business-plan-intensive-series-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170307T223700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T223700Z
UID:10001377-1492768800-1492779600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786956″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n\nUnderstand why you need a strong business plan. Learn how to develop each critical piece of your plan. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. No cash walk-ins allowed (credit cards accepted) in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/writing-a-successful-business-plan-montgomery-county-9/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T042343
CREATED:20170307T222610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T222610Z
UID:10001375-1493373600-1493384400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/786954″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nAprenda por que usted necesita un Plan de Negocios sólido y robusto. Aprenda como desarrollar cada parte crítica de su plan.Este taller incluye un esbozo general y le orienta sobre otros recursos adicionales a los que usted puede acceder para elaborar un Exitoso Plan de Negocios en Rockville. \nCosto: $35
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/plan-de-negocios-exitoso-montgomery-county-8/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Spanish,Workshop
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