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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180801T093000
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SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787322″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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-12/
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:20180726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180726T120000
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CREATED:20180612T164431Z
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SUMMARY:Using Tools on Social Media to Target Your Audience\, Be More Effective and Grow -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787306″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nDid you know that you can target your social media ads and posts to a very specific customer base-even targeting as specifically as age\, demographics\, income or buying behaviors? Let Nicole Krug of Social Light show you how to use various social media tools to connect with new customers on Facebook\, Instagram and LinkedIn. Nicole will teach you how using relevant and effective content can result in increased brand awareness\, more customers\, and greater revenue. \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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/using-tools-on-social-media-to-target-your-audience-be-more-effective-and-grow-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Customer Relationships,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Marketing,Montgomery County,Networking,Public and Media Relations,Public Speaking,Social Media,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180725T160000
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CREATED:20180612T164052Z
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UID:10001990-1532523600-1532534400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787304″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nJoin us to find out what it really takes to start your own business. Learn more about the steps involved and discover the many resources available to support you. Questions about legal structures are answered by an attorney. \nNote our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. \nNo cash walk-ins (credit cards accepted)in our Rockville location. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/abcs-of-starting-a-business-montgomery-county-25/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180724T160000
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CREATED:20180613T140421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T140421Z
UID:10001995-1532437200-1532448000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: Staying on Track - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787308″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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-11/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Managing a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180720T120000
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CREATED:20180612T163622Z
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UID:10001989-1532080800-1532088000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Develop a Marketing Plan for Small Business -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787318″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/develop-a-marketing-plan-for-small-business-montgomery-county-6/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Customer Relationships,Managing a Business,Marketing,Montgomery County,Networking,Public and Media Relations,Social Media,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180716T140000
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CREATED:20180612T155955Z
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UID:10001592-1531746000-1531749600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787309″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/orientation-to-small-business-resources-frederick-county-8/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Managing a Business,Orientation,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T130000
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CREATED:20180612T163247Z
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UID:10001598-1531476000-1531486800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787317″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nAprenda por que usted necesita un Plan de Negocios sólido y robusto. Aprenda como desarrollar cada parte crítica de su plan.Este taller incluye un esbozo general y le orienta sobre otros recursos adicionales a los que usted puede acceder para elaborar un Exitoso Plan de Negocios en Rockville. \nCosto: $35 \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/plan-de-negocios-exitoso-montgomery-county-22/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Orientation,Spanish,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T160358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T160358Z
UID:10001593-1531474200-1531485000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787315″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \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: 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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/writing-a-successful-business-plan-prince-georges-county-25/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Marketing,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180712T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180712T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T161000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T161000Z
UID:10001594-1531387800-1531398600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:What You Should Know About HR to Prepare for Growth - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787314″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \nYou know employees can be an asset that helps your business grow and flourish. You understand your business but you are not an expert in HR. This workshop will teach you what you need to know about Human Resources so that you can create a foundation for future growth. You will learn about the infrastructure needed before you hire your first employee\, the basics of how to hire\, onboard\, pay\, compensation and benefits. We will discuss performance evaluation\, discipline\, and terminating employees. Discover the risks associated with misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor and how to scale for future growth. \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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/what-you-should-know-about-hr-to-prepare-for-growth-prince-georges-county/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Human Resources,Managing a Business,Networking,Prince George's County,Public and Media Relations,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T155344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T155344Z
UID:10001591-1531227600-1531238400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Start Your Business- Step One! - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787310″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/start-your-business-step-one-frederick-county-5/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Managing a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T162400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T162400Z
UID:10001597-1531227600-1531231200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787305″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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. \nInclement Weather Policy: MWBC Rockville follows Montgomery County Public School Closings. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/orientation-to-small-business-resources-montgomery-county-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Orientation,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180710T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180613T140052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T140052Z
UID:10001994-1531215000-1531225800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Business Clinic - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787313″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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-16/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T161853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T161853Z
UID:10001596-1530871200-1530882000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787316″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]CLICK HERE TO REGISTER![/su_button] \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. \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/writing-a-successful-business-plan-montgomery-county-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180706T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180613T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T135714Z
UID:10001993-1530869400-1530880200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787312″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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-22/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180702T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180613T135211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T135211Z
UID:10001992-1530536400-1530547200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787307″ 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-14/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180702T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180702T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180612T161451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T161451Z
UID:10001595-1530523800-1530527400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Orientation to Small Business Resources- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787311″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″]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: 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 \n 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/orientation-to-small-business-resources-prince-georges-county-11/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Strategies,Developing a Business Plan,Orientation,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180628T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180314T210939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T210939Z
UID:10001959-1530176400-1530189000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Primes and Contracting Officers- Matchmaking Event- Montgomery County- Silver Spring
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787245″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n\nGovernment Procurement Matchmaking Session: You don’t want to miss this opportunity to connect with the companies and agencies who can share upcoming contracts for you to bid on. In this speed dating\, matchmaking style event\, you will be given time to rotate among several tables and get information that will help you in deciding the best opportunity to bid on for your company. This event is the conclusion of the 2018 MWBC Government Procurement Series but is open\, for a $35 fee\, to those who did not participate in at least three of the sessions in the series. Space will fill up fast so don’t miss the chance to meet with key decision makers. \nYou must register to attend. No walk-ins or payments at the door.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/meet-the-primes-and-contracting-officers-match-making-event-montgomery-county-silver-spring-2/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Procurement/Government Contracting,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T181058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T181058Z
UID:10001987-1530018000-1530028800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: New Business - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787301″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness 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-13/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T182141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T182141Z
UID:10001590-1530005400-1530010800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Business Ownership - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787296″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness Start-up/Preplanning\nDescription: \n\nDo you understand what entrepreneurship entails? Let Senior Business Trainer and Counselor\, Angie Duncanson\, help you understand the different paths and strategies to owning your own business. \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/intro-to-business-ownership-prince-georges-county/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T180713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T180713Z
UID:10001986-1529931600-1529942400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787300″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness 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-14/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Frederick County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T174826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T174826Z
UID:10001982-1529575200-1529586000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Financial Literacy Class -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787293″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness Financing\nDescription: \n\nDo you know how to read your business financial statements and build a favorable business credit score? Do you understand the process of applying for and qualifying for business credit? Have you considered the various financing options available to your business? These are critical topics that every small business owner must understand. This class taught by HSBC bank will help you understand how to position your finances for success. \nNote our Policy: You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can save a place for you in the workshop. \nThere are no refunds for workshops not attended.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/small-business-financial-literacy-class-montgomery-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Finance,Montgomery County,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T181813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T181813Z
UID:10001589-1529573400-1529584200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Business Clinic - Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787295″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nManaging 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-15/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Prince George's County,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T174507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T174507Z
UID:10001981-1529488800-1529496000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:PR & Social Media Solutions for Your Small Business -Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787292″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nCustomer Relations\, Marketing/Sales\nDescription: \n\nIt used to take countless hours of sending out mundane press releases and pitching journalists to receive the media coverage that small business owners craved. Not anymore. Social media has changed the speed of news – how it is delivered and received – and can have the greatest ability to affect the reputation of your business. If you’re not including social media in your PR strategy\, you’re missing out. Find out how you can increase and manage your business’ brand awareness by leveraging strategic PR and social media tools that are affordable and fun. \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/pr-social-media-solutions-for-your-small-business-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Customer Relationships,Marketing,Montgomery County,Sales,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T173720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T173720Z
UID:10001980-1529416800-1529427600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787291″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness Plan\, Business Start-up/Preplanning\, Legal Issues\, Managing a Business\, 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. 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-24/
CATEGORIES:Legal Issues,Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T180431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T180431Z
UID:10001985-1529326800-1529337600@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Group Counseling-Topic: Staying on Track - Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787299″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nManaging 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-10/
LOCATION:our-mission
CATEGORIES:Frederick County,Managing a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180314T205942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T205942Z
UID:10001956-1528797600-1528808400@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Procurement- Session #6 – Understanding Contracts\, Joint Ventures and Partnerships -MC
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787235″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \n\nThis is Session #6 in our six part series on Procurement.Join us in this final session of our procurement series as experts from the Small Business Administration and Consultants from Streamline Government Contracts take you through strategies\, insights and how to align with partner opportunities. Even if you did not take other series sessions\, this workshop may be attended as a stand-alone class. \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/procurement-session-6-understanding-contracts-joint-ventures-and-partnerships-mc-2/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Procurement/Government Contracting,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T173327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T173327Z
UID:10001979-1528711200-1528722000@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Plan de Negocios Exitoso - Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787290″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness 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.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/plan-de-negocios-exitoso-montgomery-county-21/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Spanish,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T181517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T181517Z
UID:10001988-1528709400-1528720200@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:ABCs of Starting a Business- Prince George's County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787294″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness 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-23/
CATEGORIES:Developing a Business Plan,Prince George's County,Starting a Business,Woman-Owned and Minority Certifications,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T173024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T173024Z
UID:10001978-1528452000-1528462800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787289″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nBusiness 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-23/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Montgomery County,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T003019
CREATED:20180516T172222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180516T172222Z
UID:10001976-1528365600-1528372800@marylandwbc.org
SUMMARY:Tax Law Changes. How These Changes Impact You and Your Small Business-Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:[su_button url=”https://mdwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/787288″ background=”#ef2d3b” size=”12″ center=”yes” radius=”round”]Click Here to Register[/su_button] \nManaging a Business\, Tax Planning\nDescription: \n\nLet CPA experts provide an overview of the tax law changes and how they impact you as an individual and a small business. Discussion will include an overview of key changes on Schedule A- itemized deductions and planning tips for individuals to capitalize on tax reform. For small businesses\, we will review the new 20% deduction available to sole proprietorships and pass through businesses including S-Corps and parternships. Examples of how the new deduction will impact small business will be given. \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/tax-law-changes-how-these-changes-impact-you-and-your-small-business-montgomery-county/
CATEGORIES:Montgomery County,Tax Planning,Workshop
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