In this session, you will learn 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 login instructions for WebEx the day before and/or the morning of the webinar.
Starting or Expanding a Small Business? Access the capital you need through DC BizCAP. A workshop to help small business owners develop funding strategies and access capital and technical resources.
PRESENTED BY:
The District of Columbia Departments of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)
Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection and Business Resource Center (BRC)
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Entrepreneurs
Small businesses
Start-ups
Nonprofits
Contractors
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.
Business Licensing, Business Start-up/Preplanning, FR 500
The General Business Bootcamp comprises two complimentary sessions aimed at providing comprehensive training on the regulatory procedures administered by the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection, and it's entirely free of charge.
During the initial session, participants will receive a broad introduction to the regulatory processes. Upon returning for the second session, attendees are required to possess:
- Corporate Registration/Trade Name Registration (Not Applicable) for LLCs or Sole Proprietors.
- Registration with the Internal Revenue Service and DC Tax and Revenue, including an EIN, FR500, and Clean Hands Certification.
The second session will delve into the specifics of applying for a General Business License. By the conclusion of this dual-part training, attendees who have submitted the requisite documentation and paid the applicable fees to obtain their General Business License.
Attendance at both sessions is mandatory. The first session will focus on imparting information, while the second session will concentrate on processing (attendees should bring all necessary documents and ensure fees are paid).
Board of Barber and Cosmetology Virtual SPECIAL MEETING - Mon, Jul 21
District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology
Notice of Special Meeting (Virtual)
Monday, July 21, 2025 10 am – 1 pm
Meeting Agenda
Call to Order 10 am (Public Session)
Attendance
Comments from the Public – (Please submit your questions in advance to [email protected]; in the interest of time. Each public attendee will be allowed 2 minutes.)
Executive Session – (Closed to Public)-Executive Session, which is closed to the public, in order to consult with our attorneys to seek legal advice; to discuss disciplinary matters; and to deliberate upon decisions in adjudication actions and proceedings, as provided by D.C. Code § 2-575(b)(4)(A), § 2-575(b)(9), and § 2-575(b)(13).
Legislative Committee
Recommendations/Actions
Adjourn- next regular scheduled meeting is September 8, 2025 at 10 am via Zoom Teleconference.
This meeting is governed by the Open Meetings Act. Please address any questions or complaints arising under this meeting to the Office of Open Government at [email protected].