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Event Name: Board of Accountancy Outreach @ GW
Where: George Washington University
When: Sept 18
Time: 4 PM
Event Name: Pop-Up Inspections @ RFK
Where: RFK, Lot 8, 2400 East Capitol Street
When: Thursday, September 19
Time: 10 AM- 3 PM
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection’s (DLCP) Office of Weights and Measures and Consumer Protection Unit will offer a convenient pop-up inspection event on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in Lot 8 at the RFK Memorial Stadium, located at 2400 East Capitol Street, SE.
During this event we will offer the following services with no appointment or pre-registration required:
The General Business Bootcamp comprises three 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. Second session will require you to come in and check your status on obtaining your business license (what steps have you completed). Upon returning for the third session, attendees are required to possess:
The second session will delve into the specifics of applying for a General Business License. By the conclusion of this three-part training, attendees who have submitted the requisite documentation and paid the applicable fees to obtain their General Business License.
Attendance at all three sessions is mandatory.
The first session will focus on imparting information. In contrast, the second session will concentrate on status updates and on third session will focus on processing (attendees should bring all necessary documents and ensure fees are paid).
9/26/2024 8:00 AM (EDT)
Register: https://dlcpsbrc.ecenterdirect.com/events/65607
No Fee
Tamika Wood | (202) 258-2901
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.
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