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DCRA Small Business Resource Center's FREE June Workshops
Please see below for DCRA’s SBRC June 2015 FREE Workshops and Trainings:
1.
A Comprehensive Guide for Small Business Planning
Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: 1100 4th Street SW, 4th Floor (E-4302), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register:
http://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=40268
Why develop a business plan? The purpose for which you write a business plan is almost as important as the content of the plan itself. Writing a well-thought-out and organized business plan dramatically increases your odds of succeeding as an entrepreneur. This workshop covers the basics of business planning and why it’s important for business success. Topics include starting-up a success business, the important linkages between the marketing, sales, and your financial projections, and gaining a competitive advantage.
2.
How to Open a Small Business by Navigating through DCRA’s Regulatory Process
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: 1100 4th Street SW, 2nd Floor (E-200), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register:
http://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=39141
If you are interested in learning How to Open a Small Business by Navigating through DCRA's Regulatory Process then this session is for you. During this event the SBRC will be featuring DCRA's subject experts from:
· Business Licensing Division
· Corporations Division
· Occupational and Professional Licensing Division
· Permits and Inspections Division
· Weights and Measures Division
· Zoning Division
3.
Navigating Government Contracting with DCPTAC
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2015
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Location: 1100 4th Street SW, 4th Floor (E-4302), Washington, D.C. 20024
To Register:
http://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=39833
The District of Columbia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (DC PTAC) is a program within the Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD). DC PTAC offers confidential, personalized, one on one business counseling and competitive insights for navigating the government contracting process successfully.
Whether you already have experience working on government contracts, or are looking for help to win your first one, we are available to help. At the DC PTAC, businesses can get assistance with developing strategies to pursue state, local and federal government contracts.
We help you navigate the procurement process more confidently and efficiently. Our assistance is tailored to meet your specific goals in areas such as:
• Contract research
• Bid matching
• Marketing plans
• Subcontracting and Teaming
• Proposal preparation
• GSA schedules
• Certifications (HubZone, 8(a), VA CVE, WOSB)
• Post contract award counseling
4.
The Regulatory Process of Starting a Business
Date: Monday, June 22, 2015
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Takoma Park Library – 416 Cedar Street NW, Washington D.C. 20012
To Register:
http://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=39914
During these FREE monthly sessions, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) will partner with District government agencies to educate customers on how to start a new business in the District of Columbia. The following topics will be discussed:
· Business Licensing
· Corporate registration
· Certificates of Occupancy (C of O)
· Home Occupancy Permits (HOP)
· Grant Opportunities
· Vending
· Farmer's markets
· Certified Business Enterprises (CBE)
5.
SBRC’s Navigating through Business Licensing and Corporations Process
Date: Monday through Thursday
Time: By Appointment – between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: 1100 4th Street SW, 2nd Floor (E-268), Washington, D.C. 20024
To register:
http://bizdc.ecenterdirect.com
During this session, the DCRA Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) staff will provide one-on-one assistance with navigating through the regulatory process. You will gain in-depth knowledge of registering with corporations (i.e. Limited Liability Company, Corporations, Non-Profit, etc.) and with the basic steps of obtaining a business license. Additionally, you will receive assistance with the zoning application process (i.e. Certificate of Occupancy and or Home Occupancy Permit).This opportunity is geared towards future and current business owners looking to conduct business in the District of Columbia.
Claudia Herrera
Program Support Specialist ǀ Small Business Resource Center
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Government of the District of Columbia
1100 4th Street, SW, Suite E268 ǀ Washington, DC 20024
(202) 442-8055 (p) ǀ (202) 442-4523 (f) ǀ
claudia.herrera@dc.gov
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www.dcra.dc.gov
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