Event Calendar

Join us for CNHED Advocacy Day on April 29, 2024, from 9 am – 12 pm at the Wilson Building.

District of Columbia Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP)

The Street and Sidewalk Vending Workshop Series is part of DLCP’s efforts to support Mayor Bowser’s “Come Back Plan.” It provides support and technical assistance to vendors and residents interested in street vending in the District of Columbia. The Street and Sidewalk Vending Series includes presentations on topics such as Sidewalk Vending applications and Renewals, Application Timelines, Associated Fees, Location Selection, and additional support from DLCP.

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek

Join Mayor Bowser and the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development for the DC Small Business Week kick-off event. The event aims to gather support for our thriving small business community and showcase the wealth of opportunities available for our local entrepreneurs.

DC is proud to celebrate the grand opening of Bandura, an esteemed interior design company, and the continued growth of Zekes Coffee and other small businesses along the Rhode Island Main Street corridor. These businesses, which have received funding through the DC government for small business improvements, are shining examples of the positive impact of community support.

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek

Small Businesses Can POWERUP for Success!

POWERUP for Success, a 2024 DC Small Business Summit and Expo will be held on April 30, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the Washington Convention Center.

Whether your business is a startup or established you will benefit from:

• Cutting Edge Workshops
• Tools, Tips and Strategies
• Access to Capital and Procurement Opportunities
• Networking Including One-on-One Consultation with Business Experts

In addition, you can visit the business expo and vendor exhibits and participate in an awards luncheon. There is no better way to POWERUP your business. Don’t delay, register today at: https://bit.ly/POWERUP4SUCCESS

In partnership with DC Health Link small business brain trust Anacostia Economic Development Corporation • Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development (CNHED) • DC Main Streets Program • DC Public Library • DC Small Business Development Center Network at Howard University • Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) • The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) • Executive Office of the Mayor • Great Streets Program • Latino Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) • Life Asset • Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) • Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) • Serve DC – The Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism and Partnerships • U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) • Walker’s Legacy Foundation • Washington Area Community Investment (WACIF) • Washington DC Economic Partnership

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek

Join DSLBD at the DC Small Business Pitch & Resource Exhibition, hosted by DSLBD in partnership with DC Public Library. Whether you’re aiming to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, witness District-based entrepreneurs pitch their ideas for funding, or learn about access to capital resources & opportunities, there’s something here for you! Don’t miss the chance to connect with our team and explore an array of small business resources designed to elevate your business. To register, click the link below.

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek

DC-based businesses and DC residents exploring entrepreneurship are invited to join DSLBD’s Inno.ED team on May 1, 2024, from 2 – 5 PM for an interactive, in-person workshop! Learn how to find capital and create a funding-readiness strategy (Passport).

The workshop agenda includes:

• Money Feels – Your Money Mindset
• Landscape of Capital Options for your DC Business
• Intentional Fundraising
• Bootstrapping
• Foundational Financing
• Crowd building for Capital
• Debt Financing – It’s Not All Bad
• Doubling Up – Finding Matching Money
• Funding-readiness Strategy Creation (Passport)

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek

Business activity in the District requires owners/operators to be licensed according to the business activity conducted (e.g., convenience stores, home improvement contractors, residential rentals, restaurants). Join DLCP to learn and address requirements from the Internal Revenue Service, DC Tax and Revenue, and the DLCP Corporations Division.

This event is part of #DCSmallBizWeek