NAICS Codes: Six Impactful Digits for Federal Contractors
ONLINENAICS codes matter because they determine whether a business qualifies for SBA’s lucrative and exclusive small business set-aside contracts. Recently, SBA made several changes to size thresholds and size calculation. In addition, several industries have also been rearranged in the most recent NAICS manual. If you are asking yourself how these changes impact your business […]
LUNCH & LEARN: UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS BASICS FOR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
ONLINEIn this course, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understand insurance for your business. You will also receive valuable take-away resources to help you and your business. Discussion Topics: Improve the cash flow of your business Continue to build and expand […]
SBA Q&A HOUR WITH RESOURCE PARTNERS – SBDC/DEPT OF COMMERCE/WOMENS BUSINESS CENTER
ONLINEThe SBA Baltimore District Office is holding virtual "office hours" with the Small Business Development Center, Maryland Capital Enterprises (Women Business Center) and U. S. Department of Commerce. Drop in to ask your questions and learn how our combined programs can help you start, grow, or expand your business. You can also ask questions about […]
“Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing”
As a new entrepreneur, you’ll need more than good products or services to grow your business. It’s also important to have strong customer-focused marketing strategies to reach your audience and turn them into loyal customers. In this workshop, you will learn how to: Create a compelling brand Define your audience Convert customers Build loyalty and […]
BUDGETING DURING A CRISIS
ONLINEDue to unprecedented times, we’ve amended our traditional Banking Budgeting Basics module to provide a special edition version that focuses solely on “Budgeting during a crisis.” While every individual situation is different, our goal is to provide you with crisis-budgeting best practices, ideas on creative income streams, and information about resources available to help you […]
GET YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS on GOOGLE SEARCH and MAPS
ONLINESterling McKinley, DMV Google Digital Coach, will talk about how showing on Google when customers are searching online is more important than ever. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. ________________________________________ Meet Sterling Sterling McKinley, is a successful digital marketing expert and keynote […]
8(a) BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION
ONLINEThe U.S. Small Business Administration Baltimore District Office is hosting a live online event to introduce small business owners to the 8(a) Business Development Program. The 8(a) program is a robust nine-year program created to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Businesses that participate in the program receive training and […]
BECOMING A HOMEOWNER
ONLINEThis course will highlight the most critical elements needed to become a homeowner. The following are the key topics to be covered: • Is Homeownership Right for You? • Why Own a Home? • Down Payments, Mortgage Insurance and Closing Costs • Prequalifying for a Mortgage Loan • Finding a Mortgage Lender • Finding a […]
SBA – Questions About Health Coverage Savings for Your Business?
ONLINEJOIN US!! Business Health Information Conference (BHIC): Keep Your Small Business Healthy & Strong Join the SBA Baltimore District Office and the Maryland Health Connection for an informational session on […]
BANKING & BUDGETING BASICS
ONLINEIn this course, you will learn key elements of banking and budgeting to help you manage your money more effectively, establish and maintain credit, and prepare for long-term financial freedom. […]
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