HELPING YOU GROW
This training session for vendors provides an overview of administering a vendor profile, including various role types available through the profile, the importance of maintaining updated contract and company information, inviting new account users, and editing commodity codes.
This training session for vendors provides a basic understanding of viewing and responding to solicitations using the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA), particularly Invitation For Bid (IFB) responses and the necessary steps for responding to an amended solicitation.
Join us for a free 30-minute webinar created just for small business owners who want to save time and work smarter using AI automation tools. In this interactive session, you’ll learn simple, budget-friendly ways to automate everyday tasks so you can focus more on growing your business and less on repetitive work. We’ll explore how […]
In 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.
Join Economic Development Specialist of the Washington Metropolitan Area District Office, Nirav "Nick" Rajpara, for this free quarterly info session covering SBA programs and services.
Join us for an empowering session designed to help leaders deepen their emotional intelligence and lead with authenticity, empathy, and influence. This interactive webinar guides participants in identifying their emotional strengths, navigating challenges under pressure, and building meaningful connections that inspire trust and drive impact. Ideal for anyone looking to elevate their leadership presence and […]
In this course, led by Lydia Faleye, Banking Officer and Financial Inclusion Leader at Truist Bank, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understand insurance for your business.
Scaling a service-based business requires more than great delivery—it demands strategy, systems, and smart growth planning. Join AsrorJon Shukurov, founder and SBA’s 2023 Maryland Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year, as he shares proven strategies to take your service business to the next level. In this session, you’ll learn: How to identify scalable aspects of […]
Learn 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 […]
Your website is often the first impression customers have of your business—make it count! In this hands-on session, Margaret Doan of PIXLink Studios will guide you through the fundamentals of building a professional, user-friendly website. You’ll learn: How to choose the right platform for your business Key elements of an effective website design Tips for […]
This presentation explores how small businesses and startups can leverage a 3-statement financial model—integrating the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement—to gain a clear, interconnected view of their financial health. It highlights how accurate forecasting supports decision-making, risk management, and investor confidence. Attendees will learn the key steps in building an effective model, […]
Join 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.