Salisbury, MD – January 2025 – Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women’s Business Center is excited to announce its lineup of NO-CHARGE business training webinars for February 2025. These sessions, open to all, offer practical tools and expert advice to support entrepreneurs and small business owners in achieving their business goals.
Pre-registration is required for all classes, and attendees will receive webinar links upon confirmation. Visit www.WomensBusinessCenterAtMarylandCapitalEnterprises.org and click "Workshops" to register today.
FEBRUARY 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE:
Thursday, February 6th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM SBE Workshop: Financing Options for Your Small Business
Discover financing programs and learn what lenders look for when reviewing applications. This session will help you prepare your business plan and determine your funding needs. Presenter: Rachel Skinner, Public Affairs Specialist & Economic Development Specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Monday, February 10th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Let’s Talk Funding with MCE
Join MCE’s experts to explore funding options, the application process, and common mistakes to avoid. A Q&A session will help address your specific concerns. Presenters: Lisa Twilley, WBC Director, and Bernard Carter, MCE Loan Officer.
Wednesday, February 12th
MCE Personalized Consulting Sessions
Meet one-on-one with MCE Business Consultant Bernard Carter to discuss business plans, cash flow projections, funding opportunities, and more.
Presenter: Bernard Carter, MCE Business Consultant.
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Talbot County Chamber of Commerce, Easton, MD
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Eastern Shore Innovation Center, Cambridge, MD
Note: Email BCarter@MarylandCapital.org to sign up.
Tuesday, February 18th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
SAM.gov: Learn the Keys to Earning Federal Contracts & Grants
Simplify your SAM profile and position your business to secure federal contracts or grants. Gain valuable insight from industry experts to help navigate the federal contracting process. Presenter: Roslyn Davis, PMP, DASM, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Ret.), President & CEO of RoDa Business Solutions.
Wednesday, February 26th | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Social Media Basics
Learn how to explore platforms and leverage their value for your business, get started or step up your social media presence, and master the basics of growth and success on social media as a business. Presenter: Betsy Long, Owner of B. Long Socials.
“We are dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs by providing them with the resources and education needed to succeed,” said Lisa Twilley, Director of the Women’s Business Center. “These February classes are designed to help business owners access funding, build strong foundations, and grow their ventures.”
For reasonable accommodations, please contact Lisa Twilley at LTwilley@MarylandCapital.org at least two weeks in advance.
The SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products, or services of any co-sponsor, other person, or entity. All SBA programs or co-sponsored programs are offered to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.
About Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) and The Women’s Business Center (WBC): Maryland Capital Enterprises is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and small business growth. Through loans, training, and business consulting, MCE and the WBC empower individuals to achieve financial independence and make a lasting impact on their communities.
