Understand why you need a strong business plan. Learn how to develop each critical piece of your plan. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources. Note 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/events so that we can save a place for you in the workshop.

Join 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.Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended.

Examine business types and choose a business idea while also learning about niches, market segmentation, and target markets. You will assess who the customer is, develop the research process, and learn about resources and contingency plans so that you can be sure your business is on solid ground. Note our policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended.No walk-ins accepted. You must register online at www.marylandwbc.org so that we can s...

Creating 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. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended. No walk-ins allowed in our Bowie or Frederick locations. No cash walk-ins allowed (c...

Do 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. Note our Policy: No refunds issued for workshops not attended.

Explore Google My Business, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your listing and take advantage of talking with a Google Partner who can answer your questions. This two-for-one workshop will also teach you how customers find your business online and how to promote your online presence using search engine optimization ( SEO) and online advertising....

Learn why you need a solid and robust Business Plan. Learn how to develop each critical part of your plan. This workshop includes a general outline and guides you on additional resources that you can access to develop a Successful Business Plan in Rockville. NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE DELIVERED IN SPANISH

Understanding the importance of accurate financials in your business is critical. Expert Michael Hammelburger will teach you the basics of managing your books, common mistakes business owners make and how to understand your financial reports.

This six-week intensive course, taught by Angie Duncanson, runs from October 16 through November 20. You will meet once a week for three hours. The series takes you through the process of developing a strong business plan. You will finish the program with a road map and complete plan in hand to guide you through the growth of your business. Series fee is $199 and includes materials. Fee must be paid in full prior to start of class.

Understand why you need a strong business plan. Learn how to develop each critical piece of your plan. Workshop includes comprehensive outline and additional resources. Note 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 yo...