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UID:10001614-1535461200-1535472000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787330″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \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-16/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180830T093000
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CREATED:20180815T134013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180815T134013Z
UID:10001630-1535621400-1535632200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787363″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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 roadmap 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 a comprehensive outline and additional resources. \nNote our Policy: This workshop will take place at Bowie City Hall. No registrations allowed after 12 noon on the day prior to the workshop. 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-27/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180904T160000
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CREATED:20180712T133458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T133458Z
UID:10001616-1536066000-1536076800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Create Your Business Website & Publish to Google Online–Hands On Workshop - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787334″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Marketing/Sales\, Social Media\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nBring your laptop and your WordPress website to this class for instruction and step-by-step guidance. Amira Armond\, CEO of Kieri Solutions\, will share her lessons learned in creating websites for small businesses. We will discuss how to write your posts so Google likes them. We will walk through using Yoast to connect your website to Google;and we’ll practice making posts and using search terms so you can be found. Remember your laptop and your login credentials to your WordPress website. \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/create-your-business-website-publish-to-google-online-hands-on-workshop-frederick-county/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Managing a Business,Marketing,Networking,Public and Media Relations,Sales,Social Media,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180905T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180905T103000
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CREATED:20180712T134902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T134902Z
UID:10001618-1536139800-1536143400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787332″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nLearn about the Maryland Women’s business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. \nNote our Policy: 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. \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/orientation-to-small-business-resources-prince-georges-county-13/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Orientation,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180907T130000
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CREATED:20180712T135347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T135347Z
UID:10001620-1536314400-1536325200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787333″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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-26/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180911T093000
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CREATED:20180712T140240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T140240Z
UID:10001625-1536658200-1536669000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787335″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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 roadmap 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 a comprehensive outline and additional resources. \nNote our Policy: This workshop will take place at Bowie City Hall. No registrations allowed after 12 noon on the day prior to the workshop. 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-26/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180911T160000
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CREATED:20180712T135800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T135800Z
UID:10001623-1536670800-1536681600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787336″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \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-17/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180914T130000
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CREATED:20180712T140625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T140625Z
UID:10002003-1536919200-1536930000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787337″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Spanish,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T160000
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CREATED:20180712T141319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T141319Z
UID:10002004-1537189200-1537200000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Create Financials in a Business Plan - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787350″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Financing\, Business Plan\, Cash Flow Management\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nLearn why having accurate financials is crucial to your business plan. In this workshop representatives from M&T Bank will walk you through what numbers a lender looks for and how to organize and forecast your financials so your business plan is sound and in a better position for lender approval. \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/how-to-create-financials-in-a-business-plan-frederick-county/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Budget,Bookkeeping,Business Development Strategies,Business Finance,Cash Flow Management,Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180918T123000
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CREATED:20180712T142325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T142325Z
UID:10002006-1537263000-1537273800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:The Leasing Process: What to Expect During the Search for Commercial Space- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787339″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Risk Management\nDescription: \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\, options assessment and common lease provisions. Session will be taught by Mike Oleru.. \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 or Frederick locations. \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/the-leasing-process-what-to-expect-during-the-search-for-commercial-space-prince-georges-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Risk Management,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T141726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T141726Z
UID:10002005-1537264800-1537275600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Manage Your Goals with a One-Page Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787340″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Managing a Business\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nYou have ambitious plans for your business and life. The year is filled with “to do’s”\, intentions\, actions\, celebrations\, commitments\, and demands. And you have new ideas to put into action. Can you find everything and make sense of it all? Do you make good decisions that yield accomplishments rather than actions? A One-Page-Plan™ lets you see everything you want to tackle\, and helps you focus on all your goals and intentions at a glance. Sylvia Henderson\, idea implementation expert\, will walk you through creating your own One-Page-Plan for business and personal success so you can stay focused and make better decisions. This is a hands-on session. \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/manage-your-goals-with-a-one-page-plan-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T142733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T142733Z
UID:10002007-1537351200-1537358400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Don’t Become a Statistic - What You Must Know about Cyber Security -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787341″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Managing a Business\, Risk Management\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nDid you know 65% of small businesses will suffer some form of cyber attack and of those\, 61% will NOT survive. Learn ways to protect your business\, yourself\, and your dreams from cyber attacks now and in the future. Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of MindSpout\, Scott Raba\, will alert you to the must-knows of cyber protection. All small businesses need to attend this 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/dont-become-a-statistic-what-you-must-know-about-cyber-security-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Cyber Security,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Risk Management,Technology,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T143154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T143154Z
UID:10002008-1537435800-1537446600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787342″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Other\nDescription: \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-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180815T134255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180815T134255Z
UID:10001632-1537522200-1537533000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787364″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\nDescription: \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. \nThis workshop will take place at Bowie City Hall. No registrations allowed after 12noon on the day prior to the workshop. \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-26/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T143542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T143542Z
UID:10002009-1537524000-1537531200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Develop a Marketing Plan for Small Business -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787343″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Marketing/Sales\nDescription: \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-8/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T144656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T144656Z
UID:10002012-1537867800-1537878600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Assessing Your Business Idea - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787345″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\nDescription: \n\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 walk-ins accepted.You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.The 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/assessing-your-business-idea-prince-georges-county-5/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T144329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T144329Z
UID:10002011-1537880400-1537891200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787346″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \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 of starting a business or those with a new business that want to have a strong foundation to grow. \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/abcs-of-starting-a-business-frederick-county-15/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T145242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T145242Z
UID:10002013-1538040600-1538051400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Business Clinic - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787347″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Managing a Business\nDescription: \n\nIf you are an established business with a business plan\, consider meeting with Counselor Angie Duncanson one-on-one to discuss your next steps and how MWBC can help you.. Must register and be a Prince George’s County company. \nOnce you register\, you will be contacted via email with your specific one-hour appointment time. Limited slots available.By confirmed appointment only! \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/business-clinic-prince-georges-county-17/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180712T144939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T144939Z
UID:10002014-1538042400-1538049600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Quickbooks for Small Business - Level 1-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787348″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nGet familiar with the various versions of QuickBooks. Learn how to do an initial set up and how to link bank and credit cards accounts as well as how to record data. This is an introductory class. If you have QB on your device\, bring it\, but not required. \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/quickbooks-for-small-business-level-1-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Budget,Montgomery County,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T135441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T135441Z
UID:10002015-1538415000-1538425800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Write an Effective Business Plan Intensive Series - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787362″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\nDescription: \n\nThis six-week intensive course\, taught by Maria McElhenny runs\, October 1 through November 5. You will meet once a week for three hours. The series takes you through the process of developing a strong business plan. You will finish the program with a roadmap and complete plan in hand to guide you through the growth of your business. Series Fee: $199 includes materials must be paid in full prior to start of class. \nNo walk-ins for this series. \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-frederick-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T140135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T140135Z
UID:10002017-1538472600-1538476200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787351″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nLearn about the Maryland Women’s business Center and other resources to help you start and grow your business. \nNote our Policy: 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. \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/orientation-to-small-business-resources-prince-georges-county-14/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Orientation,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T135809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T135809Z
UID:10002016-1538485200-1538496000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787352″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \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-18/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T140411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T140411Z
UID:10002018-1539077400-1539088200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787353″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning\nDescription: \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. \nThis workshop will take place at Bowie City Hall. No registrations allowed after 12noon on the day prior to the workshop. \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-25/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T140758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T140758Z
UID:10002019-1539338400-1539349200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787354″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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-27/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T142154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T142154Z
UID:10002020-1539682200-1539693000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Write an Effective Business Plan Intensive Series- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787356″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\nDescription: \n\nThis six-week intensive course\, taught by Angie Duncanson\, runs from October 16 through November 20. You will meet once a week for three hours. 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. Series fee is $199 and includes materials. Fee must be paid in full prior to start of class. \nThis series is great preparing for entering the 2018 StartRight! Business Plan Competition. \nYou must register online by October 12 so we can order materials and save a place for you in the workshop and prepare materials for you. NO WALKS-INS allowed. \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 permitted in our Bowie location.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/write-an-effective-business-plan-intensive-series-prince-georges-county-5/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T143043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T143043Z
UID:10002021-1539694800-1539705600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: Staying on Track - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787355″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Managing a Business\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \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-14/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Managing a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T143459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T143459Z
UID:10002022-1539774000-1539783000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:AWARDS LUNCHEON - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787285″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Other\nDescription: \n\nJoin us as we celebrate YOU and our clients at our annual Awards Luncheon. Help us honor women entrepreneurs and businesses making an impact in the community. \nThe 2018 event is doubly special as we will also announce our StartRight Business Plan Competition winners. \nWe have planned a special program with dynamic speakers that will inspire and an opportunity for you to be part of our Step UP for Women Entrepreneurs Fundraising Campaign- all while enjoying a lovely luncheon at a beautiful venue. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for events not attended. \n\nInstructions: If you require a vegetarian or gluten free meal\, please email Donna Gallagher at Donna@marylandwbc.org no later than October 5th so that we may try to accommodate your request.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/awards-luncheon-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T143931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T143931Z
UID:10002023-1539856800-1539867600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Bookkeeping for Small Business Owners- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787357″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Financing\, Cash Flow Management\nDescription: \n\nUnderstanding the importance of accurate financials in your business is critical. Expert Michael Hammelburger will teach you the basics of managing your books\, common mistakes business owners make and how to understand your financial reports. \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 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/bookkeeping-for-small-business-owners-prince-georges-county-3/
CATEGORIES:Bookkeeping,Business Development Strategies,Prince George's County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T144214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T144214Z
UID:10002024-1539943200-1539954000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787358″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Business Plan\, Managing a Business\nDescription: \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-25/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Spanish,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T161027
CREATED:20180716T144527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T144527Z
UID:10002025-1540288800-1540299600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Get Found on Google Search and Maps and Grow Your Business Online. -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787349″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes”]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nTraining Topics: Managing a Business\, Marketing/Sales\, Social Media\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \n\nExplore Google My Business\, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your listing and take advantage of talking with a Google Partner who can answer your questions. This two-for-one workshop will also teach you how customers find your business online and how to promote your online presence using search engine optimization ( SEO) and online advertising. We’ll introduce tools like Google Analytics and G Suite that will help you run your business online. \nThis is a FREE workshop. \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/get-found-on-google-search-and-maps-and-grow-your-business-online-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Customer Relationships,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Marketing,Montgomery County,Networking,Public and Media Relations,Sales,Social Media,Starting a Business,Technology,Website Development,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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