Coffee & Connections: Montgomery County
2021-02-03 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | MD
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Let’s chat virtually over coffee!
Join Maryland Women’s Business Center for a networking group created just for Montgomery County entrepreneurs facilitated by your Senior MWBC Business Counselour, Martha Jiminez
During the coffee chat we will:
– Network with each other
– Learn from one another and,
– Build a supportive community
Note Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Webinar: Market Your Business on a Budget
2021-02-05 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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Marketing your products or services is a critical component of a successful business and differentiates your company from the competition. During this workshop, you will create a step-by-step plan to develop a marketing strategy, including:

Crafting your marketing goals
Identifying the ideal target audience
Researching competition
Setting a realistic budget

*Intended Audience: Pre-venture, Startup
Market Your Business On a Budget is the final workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order:

Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC
Steps to Start Your Business
Develop Your Business Plan
Market Your Business on a Budget

Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
Price: $25
Note: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities.

Todo lo que usted debe saber antes de reportar los impuestos del 2020
2021-02-06 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
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Si usted es dueño de una pequeña empresa y durante 2020 su empresa recibió algún alivio como una subvención o si solicitó un Préstamo Comercial, o incluso si ha recibido Desempleo para enfrentar la pandemia, debe tomar esta clase, para saber cómo declarar sus impuestos de 2020 y qué debe evitar. O incluso si no obtuvo ganancias o tuvo que cerrar su negocio, considere esta clase como obligatoria para usted.
Durante este seminario web, un C.P.A de gran reputación abordará perfectamente este tema y responderá a todas sus preguntas. Venga preparado y NO ESPERE hasta abril para comprender cómo declarar los impuestos de 2020 de su empresa.
Recuerde, 2020 no fue un año regular, y declarar impuestos sin la experiencia de un CPA puede ser más peligroso para su negocio que el COVID19 en sí.
Tenga en cuenta nuestras políticas: regístrese temprano para garantizar un asiento. Se invita a mujeres y hombres a asistir a nuestros talleres de formación. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom al registrarse. Si es la primera vez que usa Zoom, le recomendamos que inicie sesión unos minutos antes, ya que es posible que deba instalar la aplicación Zoom.

Webinar: Free Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Orientation to MWBC
2021-02-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2021-04-13 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
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In partnership with Montgomery County Public Libraries, we present a FREE INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Becoming a successful entrepreneur requires hard work and thorough planning. During this workshop we will:

Examine the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
Clarify some of the myths and realities of small business ownership.
Start a self-assessment to determine your readiness to become a small business owner.
Set a plan of action to complete your self-assessments by seeking feedback from stakeholders, such as family, friends, and potential customers.
Describe the services provided by the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other local resources that can aid you in starting and growing your business.

If you are just starting your entrepreneurial journey, we recommend that you take this workshop first.
Intended Audience: Pre-venture
Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC is the first workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order:
1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC
2. Steps to Start Your Business
3. Develop Your Business Plan
4. Market Your Business on a Budget

Note Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

How to Post During a Pandemic
2021-02-11 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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How to Post During a Pandemic: A webinar on how to use social media during the pandemic to boost your business. This class will include ways to bring in new followers and sales and tips for using social media during this new normal. Facilitated by, CMO of Chaney Communications, Amber Chaney.
Note: Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Teleworking Best Practices - Conflict Management
2021-02-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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Recent times have caused many people to feel like it’s becoming harder and harder to have civil discourse with others, both in person and within the virtual world. This workshop will teach it’s attendees the recipe for receptiveness and give them the skills to create a peaceful and effective dialog with others. The goal of this workshop is to better prepare people for difficult conversations by learning how to respond to anger and hostility, find common ground with those who have different values or opinions, and engage with others effectively online.

Facilitated by, Molly Wilson. Molly is the program manager with the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County. She has been meditating with CRCMC since 2016. She oversees the community mediation program, youth department & various court partnerships. Molly received a BA in Political Science & Psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC).

Note Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Café y conexiones: condado de Montgomery
2021-02-17 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
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¡Charlemos virtualmente con un café! Únase al Maryland Women’s Business Center para un grupo de redes creado solo para emprendedores del condado de Montgomery, facilitado por su asesora comercial senior de MWBC, Martha Jiminez Durante la charla de café: – Conectarse entre sí – Aprender unos de otros y, – Construir una comunidad de apoyo
Tenga en cuenta nuestras políticas: regístrese temprano para garantizar un asiento. Se invita a mujeres y hombres a asistir a nuestros talleres de formación. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom al registrarse. Si es la primera vez que usa Zoom, le recomendamos que inicie sesión unos minutos antes, ya que es posible que deba instalar la aplicación Zoom.

Free Webinar: Time Management for a Small Business
2021-02-18 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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The better you manage your time, the more money you can earn. With time management, business owners maximize how much they get done each working day. During this workshop we will explain the concept of time management and why is it important to a small business. You will learn time management practices that are commonly employed by a small business, including:
• Pareto analysis
• ABC method
• Eisenhower method
• POSEC method
*Intended Audience: start-up, growth
Note Our Policies: Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Emotional Intelligence in a Virtiual Workplace
2021-02-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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Join us for a 60- minute workshop to understand the importance of our emotional intelligence and the impact on your business or career. Facilitated by The Dames Group, LLC CEO, Shaneiree Dames.
During the discussion we will:
Ø Define self-awareness & self-management
Ø Share best practices for elevating our business /career through
self-awareness
Ø Provide resources for learning more about this topic

Note Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Coffee & Connections: How to Choose an Attorney
2021-02-24 08:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
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Using Legal Services Efficiently—Why, What, Who, Where, When and How”?
Learn how to choose the best lawyer to fit your business needs and learn when to involve an attorney with Jessica Chod, Esq. from Potomac Law Group.
Note Our Policies: Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Coffee & Connections: MWBC Frederick County (Promoting Your Brand)
2021-02-25 10:00 - 11:15 (America/New_York)
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Join Maryland Women’s Business Center for a NEW monthly networking group created just for Frederick County entrepreneurs facilitated by your MWBC Counselour, Karen Kalantzis!
Brief Description:
Your brand is the heart and soul of your business. A powerful, consistent brand will pay off in perceived value, customer loyalty and so much more.
Learn about the importance of branding, knowing who your customer is and defining your company voice.
Sue Bio:

Sue Hough founded Octavo Designs in April 2000. Since then, Octavo has grown into a locally and nationally recognized graphic design studio. Sue has over twenty-five years of experience in graphic design, pre-press, and print industry. In 2003, Sue acquired Gecko Media Group, a regional web development and marketing firm, thus elevating the company’s web design presence. As a result, Octavo dives into both print and interactive marketing services. Sue is the creative director with a branding focus that ties directly into each client’s marketing strategies and goals. She also devotes her efforts to the community and enjoys sponsoring activities and volunteering her design services for numerous regional non-profit organizations.

Note Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

Webinar: Steps to Start Your Business
2021-02-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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Discover what it really takes to start your own business. This newly re-designed workshop walks you through the steps you need to take to get your startup up and running. Topics addressed include:

Writing a business plan
Funding your business
Legal considerations
Registering your business in Maryland
Obtaining your federal tax ID
Forming a B.A.I.L. team
Managing risk
Marketing your business

Intended Audience: Pre-Venture
Steps to Start Your Business is the second workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order:

Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC
Steps to Start Your Business
Develop Your Business Plan
Market Your Business on a Budget

Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
Note: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities.

Understanding Your Financial Documents
2021-03-04 11:00 - 12:30 UTC
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Understanding your financial numbers is critical to any business but especially to a small business trying to keep cash flowing. Topics addressed in this workshop include:
– Understanding of cash flow projections and budgeting
– Developing forecasts and a one-year cash flow projection
– Reading and interpreting an income statement and balance sheet
*Intended Audience: Start-up

Note: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities.

Get Ready for the final ECEI Grant 2020 Usage Report
2021-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
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Please attend this free workshop to understand how to prepare your final ECEI Grant report that you received last year.
Remember that the last report closes on March 31, 2021.
IMPORTANT NOTE.If you used all the resources of this Grant during 2020 and you reported them before December 31, 2020, you DO NOT have to report again.
But ,if some of these funds were used after January 1, 2021, you must report again.

Get Ready for the final ECEI Grant 2020 Usage Report
2021-03-10 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
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Please attend this free workshop to understand how to prepare your final ECEI Grant report that you received last year.
Remember that the last report closes on March 31, 2021.
IMPORTANT NOTE.If you used all the resources of this Grant during 2020 and you reported them before December 31, 2020, you DO NOT have to report again.
But ,if some of these funds were used after January 1, 2021, you must report again.
Note: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities.

Prepárese para el reporte final del uso del ECEI Grant 2020
2021-03-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-03-17 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
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Por favor asista a este taller gratuito para entender como debe preparar su ULTIMO reporte del Grant que usted recibió el pasado año.
Recuerde que el último reporte cierra en Marzo 31 2021.
NOTA IMPORTANTE. Si usted usó todos los recursos de este Grant durante el ano 2020 y los reportó antes de diciembre 31 de 2020, Usted NO tiene que reportar nuevamente.
Pero si el dinero le alcanzo para ser usado después de enero 1 de 2021, usted debe reportar nuevamente.

Develop Your Business Plan
2021-03-17 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
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A business plan is a road map to steer your business in the right direction and an essential component of success. It is also the key to securing funding from banks and investors. Writing your business plan requires a holistic analysis of your business, which we will detail in this course. Topics include:
• Business mission, vision and values
• Market/competitive analysis
• Marketing goals
• Business operations and organizational structure
• Financial analysis and sales projections
• Small business accounting and compliance
*Intended Audience: pre-venture, start-up
Develop Your Business Plan is the third workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order:
1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC
2. Steps to Start Your Business
3. Develop Your Business Plan
4. Market Your Business on a Budget
Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
Note: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities.

How to Do Business with the Federal Government
2021-03-24 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
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The Federal Government market is a challenging environment in which to do business due to the stringent acquisition processes and a large number of competitors. Many companies do not effectively present their capabilities and do not clearly explain how they can help the Government meet its mission requirements.
Learn from Andy Lieber, 25 year Government Business Development leader, how to find and win opportunities, create effective relationships, assemble the right team, and develop an effective proposal strategy to help you win contracts.

Coffee & Connections: MWBC Frederick County Traditional Financing and SBA Loans presented by Jennifer Tyler
2021-03-25 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
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Join Maryland Women’s Business Center for a NEW monthly networking group created just for Frederick County entrepreneurs facilitated by your MWBC Counselour, Karen Kalantzis!
During the coming year, we’ll:
– Network with each other
– Learn from one another and,
– Build a supportive community.
The virtual meeting will be on the last Thursday of every month through 2021. The more often you attend, the more relationships you will build, and the stronger your business will become!
Here is the agenda:
·Elevator introductions – get yours ready!
·Mini- training session: Traditional Financing and SBA Loans presented by Jennifer Tyler, FCB Bank
·Break out rooms with an exercise and discussion
·Sharing time with the group
·Announcements and wrap up

PR 101 for Small Businesses
2021-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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What is Public Relations????? Join us Friday, April 16 at 12:00PM as Samantha McCoy shares a mix of communications strategies that increase
audience awareness of who you are and what you do and keep your reputation favorable.
Samantha has provided communications support to corporations, nonprofits and entrepreneurs since 2006. As a public relations professional, Samantha understands the value of media placements, as they help companies increase trust with their audience and attract new clients, supporters, and investors. She has secured placements on a variety of television, radio, digital and print outlets and has also served as a senior producer at a local radio station in Baltimore, MD. Through these experiences, Samantha has developed specific insight on how media professionals decide what they will cover, and helps others to be prepared for their time in the spotlight.
Samantha is an experienced public speaker, with experience presenting to youth, college students and professionals. She has presented at the Smithsonian National Affiliations Conference, the National Black Public Relations Conference and the Association of African American Museums Conference. Samantha has a B.A. in Corporate Communications and a M.S. in Nonprofit Management and is passionate about using her communications knowledge to help leaders learn and grow.
You can follow her on Instagram @smccoyjoy or subscribe to her new YouTube Channel MissionKey TV where she interviews entrepreneurs and business leaders, and shares her insights on industry topics.

Long Term Care Planning
2021-04-20 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
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There are unfortunately too many stories about families that did NOT plan ahead, and who are thus unprepared to face the legal and financial issues associated with aging and chronic illness as relates to themselves; as well as their loved ones such as aging parents and partners with chronic conditions. Such conditions can be physical or cognitive e.g. Dementia, Alzheimers Disease in nature.
Failure to plan can lead to: exhausting one’s financial resources later in life; psychological and emotional stress; family disruption; and/or a situations in which needed levels and types of care are not attainable.
Senior Aging Solutions was created to assist members of the public with information, both legal and financial in nature, to address these concerns and make such challenging situations easier to navigate. Subjects to be discussed include Medicare, Medicaid, Long Term Care, and important legal documents that an individual and a family should have in place. Speakers will be Cheryl Chapman Henderson, Elderlaw Attorney and Mark A. Gottlieb, an independent insurance professional with extensive experience in Long Term Care Planning

How to Boost Your Social Media Presence
2021-04-23 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
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How to Boost Your Social Media Presence This presentation will discuss the key factors in boosting your social media presence through content, branding, targeted audiences, and much more. Dive deep into the best ways to elevate your business or brand through social media! Facilitated by, CMO of Chaney Communications, Amber Chaney

Coffee & Connections: MWBC Frederick County Insurance and Financial Planning
2021-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
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Join Maryland Women’s Business Center for a NEW monthly networking group created just for Frederick County entrepreneurs facilitated by your MWBC Counselour, Karen Kalantzis!
During the coming year, we’ll:
– Network with each other
– Learn from one another and,
– Build a supportive community.
The virtual meeting will be on the last Thursday of every month through 2021. The more often you attend, the more relationships you will build, and the stronger your business will become!
Here is the agenda:
·Elevator introductions – get yours ready!
Every business owner needs to have business insurance. This month’s speaker will tell you what you need to know about choosing insurance policies to give you the coverage you need.
·Mini- training session: Insurance and Financial Planning with Jennifer Calara, Farmers Insurance and Financial Services
·Break out rooms with an exercise and discussion
·Sharing time with the group
·Announcements and wrap up

How to Captivate Audiences
2021-05-07 11:00 - 12:00 UTC
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How to Captivate Audiences Discover the best ways to captivate your audience and promote engagement through social media. From overall content strategy to optimizing individual posts, we will discuss the steps and processes necessary to continuously improve audience engagement! Facilitated by, CMO of Chaney Communications, Amber Chaney

Introduction to Entrepreneurship Series (in Spanish)
2021-05-13 10:00 - 11:30 UTC
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In partnership with Montgomery County Public Libraries, we present a FREE INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Convertirse en un emprendedor exitoso requiere un trabajo arduo y una planificación minuciosa. Durante este taller:
• Examinar las características de los empresarios exitosos.
• Aclare algunos de los mitos y realidades de la propiedad de pequeñas empresas.
• Inicie una autoevaluación para determinar si está preparado para convertirse en propietario de una pequeña empresa.
• Establezca un plan de acción para completar sus autoevaluaciones buscando comentarios de las partes interesadas, como familiares, amigos y clientes potenciales.
• Describir los servicios proporcionados por Maryland Women’s Business Center que pueden ayudarla a iniciar y hacer crecer su negocio.

Tenga en cuenta nuestras políticas: Se invita a hombres y mujeres a asistir a nuestros talleres de capacitación. Se requiere preinscripción. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom al registrarse. Si es la primera vez que usa Zoom, le recomendamos que inicie sesión unos minutos antes, ya que es posible que deba instalar la aplicación Zoom.

How to Effectively use Social Media
2021-05-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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Back by popular demand! : Learn the Latest Changes to Social Media Platforms – and what they mean for your business
Have you ever asked yourself any of the following questions: “I don’t know”

Don’t know how to grow your social media?
Can’t keep up with all the changes?
Don’t have a strategy?

About our presenter: Karen Grill is a Business & Productivity Coach for female entrepreneurs and a Certified Fix This Next Advisor. Having started her first online business over 10 years ago, she knows the struggles of entrepreneurs and has learned the strategies for creating a successful business.
She loves helping business owners manage their time, overcome their tech issues, create systems and strategies to work less and earn more so that they can run the business they love while still having time for their families and themselves.

Note: Pre-registration is required. Once you register for the event you will receive a separate email requesting that you complete a brief pre-event survey. You must complete this survey in order to receive the link to the webinar. Thank you for understanding that it is critical for us to collect this data from you in order to continue offering free and low-cost training.

Steps to launch a Childcare Business in Maryland
2021-05-19 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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If you are planning to launch a Family Daycare in Montgomery County Maryland, you should consider all the business aspects to start a healthy business and project realistic goals.
During this webinar, you will identify all the business stages you must run and will get access to all the business resources you need to be successful.
Note Our Policies: Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.

3 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Pitching to Media
2021-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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How do I pitch to media????? Join us Friday, May 21 at 12:00PM as Samantha McCoy shares a mix of communications strategies that improve Brand Placement with media favorability with pitches getting picked up.
Samantha has provided communications support to corporations, nonprofits and entrepreneurs since 2006. As a public relations professional, Samantha understands the value of media placements, as they help companies increase trust with their audience and attract new clients, supporters, and investors. She has secured placements on a variety of television, radio, digital and print outlets and has also served as a senior producer at a local radio station in Baltimore, MD. Through these experiences, Samantha has developed specific insight on how media professionals decide what they will cover, and helps others to be prepared for their time in the spotlight.

Samantha is an experienced public speaker, with experience presenting to youth, college students and professionals. She has presented at the Smithsonian National Affiliations Conference, the National Black Public Relations Conference and the Association of African American Museums Conference. Samantha has a B.A. in Corporate Communications and a M.S. in Nonprofit Management and is passionate about using her communications knowledge to help leaders learn and grow.
You can follow her on Instagram @smccoyjoy or subscribe to her new YouTube Channel MissionKey TV where she interviews entrepreneurs and business leaders, and shares her insights on industry topics.
