Online Meeting (Live)
This interactive workshop will focus on several areas that new and existing small businesses should utilize in developing their marketing plans for local, state and federal governments for potential contracting opportunities. The presenters will discuss marketing strategies to include the development of capability statements, types of contracts, strategic partnerships, mentor-protege programs and other key elements.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 19, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
Know Your Rights: Tips for Safe Back-to-School Renting
The District is home to several colleges and universities, and each year thousands of students choose Washington, DC as the place to continue their education. However, back-to-school season is the time of the year to pay closer attention to rental scams and counterfeit apartment listings.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (EDT)
8/27/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
No Fee
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
Business Plan, Other
A good business plan is a roadmap for the full-time business owner and, for those seeking capital, a clear and detailed tool to attract potential investors. The traditional business plan has given way to the “lean business plan” approach. This approach focuses on the most important points of the traditional business plan without extraneous information.
The Business Foundation Series: Lean Business Plan webinar will walk attendees through a lean business planning approach that can be used as an internal roadmap and a vehicle for attracting capital investment. Attendees should have completed the Business Foundation Series: Concept and Assessment session as a prerequisite and have a startup or existing business in place. Attendees are encouraged to get advisory assistance from a DCSBDC business counselor to develop the concept and the lean business plan.
NOTE: Following your registration you will receive logon instructions to register through WebEx before the webinar takes place.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
8/28/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
No Fee
Tamika Wood (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
Franchising
Are you an entrepreneur and run a profitable business? Do you want to grow a national footprint? Have you ever thought about turning your business into a franchise?
This is a 2-part masterclass series.
In the 2nd part of the masterclass, you will learn:
· If your business is “franchise-able”
· If franchising is the optimal growth strategy for you
· The process of franchise development: turning your business into a franchise
· The Success Stories of our clients (brands you know & love!)
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
9/2/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
CBE Certification
Attend this session to learn about how the Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) program helps position your business to better compete in DC government contracting opportunities.
Note: Following your sign up, you will receive an email with registration and logon instructions for WebEx the day before and or the morning of the webinar.
Information will be emailed to participants that register.
Registration Policies:
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
