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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170622T200324Z
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SUMMARY:Networking Lunch - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787058″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBring your lunch\, business cards and passion. Limited to 20 attendees. MUST register. NO WALK-ins \nNote our Policy: No refunds will be issued for workshops not attended\,/p>. \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. 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/networking-lunch-frederick-county/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Networking,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T180754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T180754Z
UID:10001728-1504627200-1504630800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787067″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nLearn about the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. \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-17/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T175557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T175557Z
UID:10001460-1504690200-1504701000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Leasing Process - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787084″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nThis workshop will present an overview of the leasing process to include analysis of needs\, types and classes of commercial real estate\, market overview\, assessment of options and common lease provisions. \nThe Maryland Women’s Business Center is located at Bowie State University – 14000 Jericho Park Road\, Bowie\, MD 20715. We are on the 2nd floor of the Center for Business & Graduate Studies in the Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC) Room 2312. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Turn right off of the elevator. We are a separate entity from the University. Our office phone number is 301-383-1550 ext. 104. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie location. \nYou 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/navigating-the-leasing-process-prince-georges-county/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Prince George's County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T181131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T181131Z
UID:10001729-1504864800-1504875600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Develop a Marketing Plan for Small Business -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787077″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nCreating a strategic marketing plan that identifies your ideal market\, outlines actionable steps to reach that market and researches your competition requires a step-by-step plan. Learn how to identify and implement these critical steps with a plan that moves your business toward sustained success. \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/develop-a-marketing-plan-for-small-business-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Montgomery County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T182531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T182531Z
UID:10001740-1505134800-1505145600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787081″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nIn this group counseling session led by Maria McElhenny\, we will have an open question and answer forum where you can bring your ideas or explore and find tips to your challenges and learn about tools that can help you start or grow your business. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. \nYou 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/group-counseling-topic-new-business-frederick-county-3/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T181448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T181448Z
UID:10001736-1505296800-1505304000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Getting Organized - Using Tools and Processes to Conquer Chaos -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787073″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nAs an entrepreneur\, your time is precious\, and you’re juggling a million things. Systematically following up on everything – new contacts\, paperwork and everything else – can seem impossible. Setting up repeatable processes and selecting simple tools can help to save time and stress. This workshop\, taught by Andrea Dunathan\, will use real examples to help you learn how to focus on what really needs to get done and how to set up processes and tools to do it more quickly and easily. You will leave with specific ideas for tackling your most stressful work. \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/getting-organized-using-tools-and-processes-to-conquer-chaos-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Montgomery County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T182846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T182846Z
UID:10001451-1505469600-1505480400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787075″ 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 a 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-14/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170823T193342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170823T193342Z
UID:10001751-1505552400-1505563200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Inteligencia Emocional Clave del Éxito para proveedoras de Child Care
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787091″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nCon la especial participación de la Doctora Claudia Campos\, Psicóloga Clínica\, en La Universidad Católica de Colombia\, Máster en Educación sexual y Doctorado en Sexualidad Humana\, y Género\, en La Universidad de la Laguna\, Tenerife España. Certificada Master en Reiki y PN La doctora Claudia Campos nos ilustrará entre otras cosas\, sobre como las emociones influyen en el desarrollo positivo de nuestros negocios y nos dará pautas para enfrentar desde la inteligencia emocional\, todos esos retos que se le presentan a diario a las mujeres emprendedoras. SI usted se siente abrumada o preocupada por el curso que va tomando su negocio\, no se pre-ocupe\, porque durante este taller encontrará las herramientas necesarias para enfrentar con inteligencia emocional todos los retos financieros y comerciales que su Day Care representa. Así mismo dentro del taller usted recibirá los 7 hábitos de una Proveedora de Child Care altamente efectiva. Cupos limitados\,
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/inteligencia-emocional-clave-del-exito-para-proveedoras-de-child-care/
CATEGORIES:Child Care,Montgomery County,Spanish,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T183348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T183348Z
UID:10001744-1505727000-1505737800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787085″ 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. A Business Plan is an essential road map to help steer your business in the right direction\, keep you on track and provide critical documentation when you are ready to seek funding. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources. \nMaryland Women’s Business Center is located at Bowie Business Innovation Center at Bowie State University\, Room 2312. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie location. \nYou MUST register online at www.marylandwbc.org/training so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/writing-a-successful-business-plan-prince-georges-county-18/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Prince George's County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T182933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T182933Z
UID:10001742-1505739600-1505743200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787080″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nLearn about the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. \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-frederick-county-5/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T183247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T183247Z
UID:10001452-1505815200-1505822400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Find and Secure Commercial Real Estate for your Small Business (Retail or Office) - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787068″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nIf you are considering your first business location\, it is imperative you learn what you need to do before you start looking for space. Commercial Real Estate expert Bob Canter will teach you what resources will help you search for a business location and what important questions to ask the landlord or agent. The answers might surprise you. He will teach you how to make an offer\, how to understand lease clauses that will impact your bottom line\, and how to minimize your personal exposure. \nNo refunds for workshops not attended. Please register online to save your spot.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/how-to-find-and-secure-commercial-real-estate-for-your-small-business-retail-or-office-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Montgomery County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170920T144804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T144804Z
UID:10001784-1505894400-1505926800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Government Procurement- Session #4-Understand Accounting Requirements & Compliance Issues-Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787112″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nThis is Session #4 in our six part series on Procurement. Join us as experts from Aronson\, CPA firm and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCCA) discuss what you need to know and understand about accounting system requirements and compliance as you seek procurement opportunities. \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/government-procurement-session-4-understand-accounting-requirements-compliance-issues-prince-georges-county/
CATEGORIES:Prince George's County,Procurement/Government Contracting,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T183529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T183529Z
UID:10001453-1505928600-1505935800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Social Media: Which Platform is Right for You?-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787078″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nDo you know which social media platform is best for your business? Join Maria Ryan McElhenny and learn where you should spend your time and marketing effort based on the demographic research available for each social media platform. You will see how users respond and will learn how to create and apply effective tags\, as well as how to broadcast messages with a strategy that lets you drive more traffic to your website. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. 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/social-media-which-platform-is-right-for-you-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Social Media
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T184253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T184253Z
UID:10001455-1505988000-1505995200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Opportunity Can Be Found in Developing Your Personal Brand -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787070″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nEveryone has a personal brand\, but most people are not aware of this and do not manage it strategically. Research shows that branded individuals generate increased worth and increase their lifetime earnings. Join Talaya Waller of Waller Institute of Executive Branding as she teaches how to craft a personal brand strategy that communicates your unique value\, how to identify your target audience\, and how to grow your social media and use it to create opportunity. \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/opportunity-can-be-found-in-developing-your-personal-brand-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Montgomery County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T184541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T184541Z
UID:10001456-1506074400-1506085200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787076″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \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-13/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Spanish
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T183739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T183739Z
UID:10001745-1506331800-1506342600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Government Procurement- Session#3-How to Price & Develop a Winning Proposal-Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787086″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nThis is Session #3 in our six part series on Procurement. Knowing the ins and outs of creating a proposal that will capture attention means understanding what the procurement and contract officers require\, what to focus on\, and how to appropriately price your services or products. Position yourself for success by learning from experts who will guide you in these critical steps of preparation before submitting a proposal. You must attend three of the six sessions in order to participate in the match-making session. \nNote our Policy: You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop. \n\nInstructions: \nIf you wish to sign up for the six-part series and take advantage of the lower cost at $199 for the entire series\, register separately with link for “Procurement Series” on our website at www.marylandwbc.org.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/government-procurement-session3-how-to-price-develop-a-winning-proposal-prince-georges-county/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Prince George's County,Procurement/Government Contracting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170803T201911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170803T201911Z
UID:10001749-1506344400-1506355200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: Staying on Track - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787082″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nIn this group counseling session led by Maria McElhenny\,We will work on rating our business tasks and identifying areas that are falling behind so that you can move your business toward more profit. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. \nYou 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/group-counseling-topic-staying-on-track-frederick-county-2/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Frederick County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T184824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T184824Z
UID:10001457-1506420000-1506427200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Yes! Women Can Sell. Yes! You Can Sell -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787071″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nGet started on your way to selling your product or service confidently. And since women naturally sell differently\, your instructor\, Kim Fredrich\, will cover skills and strategies developed specifically for women. Learn the right questions to ask\, how to create value\, how to determine sales conversation numbers and why you shouldn’t be afraid of closing plus more. \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/yes-women-can-sell-yes-you-can-sell-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Sales
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T184421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T184421Z
UID:10001746-1506504600-1506515400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787087″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \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. This workshop is for those thinking about starting a business and also for those with a new business who want to establish a strong foundation to grow. \nThe Maryland Women’s Business Center is located at Bowie State University – 14000 Jericho Park Road\, Bowie\, MD 20715. We are on the 2nd floor of the Center for Business & Graduate Studies in the Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC) Room 2312. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Turn right off of the elevator. We are a separate entity from the University. Our office phone number is 301-383-1550 ext. 104. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie location. \nYou 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-prince-georges-county-17/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Prince George's County,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T185221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T185221Z
UID:10001458-1506506400-1506517200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Government Procurement- Session #3 How to Price & Develop a Winning Proposal -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787074″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nKnowing the ins and outs of creating a proposal that will capture attention means understanding what the procurement and contract officers require\, what to focus on\, and how to appropriately price your services or products. Position yourself for success by learning from experts who will guide you in these critical steps of preparation before submitting a proposal. \nNote our Policy: You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop. \n\nInstructions: \nIf you wish to participate in the six-part series and take advantage of the reduced cost of $199 for all six sessions\, register under the separate link for “Government Procurement Series” on our website www.marylandwbc.org.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/government-procurement-session-3-how-to-price-develop-a-winning-proposal-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Procurement/Government Contracting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T184717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T184717Z
UID:10001747-1506511800-1506519000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Networking Lunch - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787083″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nBring your lunch\, business cards and passion. Limited to 20 attendees. MUST register. NO WALK-ins \nNote our Policy: No refunds will be issued for workshops not attended\, \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. 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/networking-lunch-frederick-county-2/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170801T185501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T185501Z
UID:10001459-1506592800-1506603600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787072″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \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-17/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170929T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170802T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170802T185038Z
UID:10001748-1506677400-1506688200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787088″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n  \nExplore topics such as starting a business\, developing key marketing strategies and efficiently managing your financials. Senior Business Counselor Angie Duncanson will guide you. Limited clients per session. Your business must be in Prince George’s County in order to attend. This session is Free. \nYou will be contacted\, once you register\, via email with your specific one-hour appointment time. There are limited slots. \nThe Maryland Women’s Business Center is located at Bowie State University – 14000 Jericho Park Road\, Bowie\, MD 20715. We are on the 2nd floor of the Center for Business & Graduate Studies in the Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC)\, Room 2312. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Turn right off of the elevator. We are a separate entity from the University. Our office phone number is 301-383-1550 ext. 104.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/group-counseling-prince-georges-county-15/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Prince George's County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170919T203431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T203431Z
UID:10001753-1506949200-1506960000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787092″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nIn this group counseling session led by Maria McElhenny\, we will have an open question and answer forum where you can bring your ideas or explore and find tips to your challenges and learn about tools that can help you start or grow your business. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. \nYou must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/group-counseling-topic-new-business-frederick-county-4/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170919T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T204404Z
UID:10001761-1507023000-1507026600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787095″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nLearn about the Maryland Women’s business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. Fee: FREE! \nNote our Policy: No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie 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/orientation-to-small-business-resources-prince-georges-county-4/
LOCATION:About Us
CATEGORIES:Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170919T203914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T203914Z
UID:10001755-1507024800-1507032000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Compelling Questions for Sales Conversations - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787093″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nQualifying prospects is the most critical part of the sales process-done right and the sale is already yours. In this hands-on workshop\, we’ll uncover what makes a question compelling in sales conversation and why women are better at reading the answers. Then\, we’ll write the thoughtful questions for your business that will have your clients saying “yes” more often AND we’ll practice using them in real-life role-play. \nYou’ll take away: \nHow to have a successful sales conversation \nThe importance of asking the right questions \nHow to win business in the qualifying stage of the sales cycle \nGaining Confidence in your questioning technique \n3-5 compelling questions developed specifically for your business \nNo refunds for workshops not attended. Please register online to save your spot. \n  \nNo refunds for workshops not attended. Please register online to save your spot.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/crafting-compelling-questions-for-sales-conversations-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Sales,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170919T204158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T204158Z
UID:10001758-1507046400-1507050000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787094″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nLearn about the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. \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-18/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170920T133228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T133228Z
UID:10001467-1507122000-1507132800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Start Your Business- Step One! - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787096″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nIn this workshop\, Counselor-Trainer Maria McElhenny will guide you on how to select a business form and identify the steps to register your business and apply for a tax ID number. You will work on developing a smart business name and reserving your domain and social media names. \nNote our Policy: No refunds will be issued for workshops not attended\,/p>. \nNo walk-ins are allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. 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/start-your-business-step-one-frederick-county-3/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170920T133423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T133423Z
UID:10001469-1507208400-1507219200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Note: NEW TIME-Take a Quick Look at QuickBooks- Intro to Online QuickBooks - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787097″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nLearn the fundamentals of QuickBooks such as how to invoice\, receive payments and make deposits. We’ll enter bills\, print checks\, void checks\, enter credit card charges\, set up petty cash account\, set up a loan\, customize your chart of accounts and reconcile your checking account. We will also customize and filter reports. \nWe will touch upon additional features such as payroll\, customizing invoices and forms\, job costing features of QuickBooks Pro\, inventory and sales tax. \nWe will use the online version of QuickBooks SO YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN WiFi ENABLED device in order to log onto the internet and follow along. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. 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/take-a-quick-look-at-quickbooks-intro-to-online-quickbooks-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Bookkeeping,Montgomery County,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124230
CREATED:20170920T133747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T133747Z
UID:10001471-1507284000-1507294800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABC Empezando un Negocio - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787098″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \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-16/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Spanish,Starting a Business,Workshop
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