2021 DC BizChat Series
The BizChat series is WDCEP’s signature workshop series that supports DC-based businesses by providing expert advice, resources and practical solutions.
Our workshop series is centered around specialized topics designed to help businesses cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and delivered by thought leaders and local business owners. The workshop series is sponsored by Capital One and hosted by WDCEP in partnership with various business support organizations in DC.
DATES & TIMES:
- Wednesday, February 24, 2:00–3:00pm EST
- Wednesday, April 21, 1:00–2:00pm ET
- Wednesday, June 16, 10:00–11:00am ET
- Wednesday, August 11, 10:00-11:00am ET
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Creating & Using Financial Projections To Guide Your Business Growth
DATE: Wednesday, February 24
TIME: 2:00 pm EST
LOCATION: Online
Creating financial projections are vital to the success of your business. Your financial projections serve as a road map, showing you in detail how you will get from where you are today (Point A) to where you want to be tomorrow (Point B). This webinar will explore the steps to take to create financial projections that you can use to strategically grow your business defining your sales goals, building out your direct and indirect costs, and examining your cash flow to determine if and when financing is needed.
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Growing Your E-commerce Business Through Customer Engagement
DATE: Wednesday, April 21
TIME: 1:00 pm ET
LOCATION: Online
If you’re looking to reach new customers and strengthen their loyalty, then you’re in the right place! One key aspect to building a successful e-commerce business is to effectively integrate customer engagement in every step of their journey with you. Join us for our upcoming DC Biz Chat to hear from local women-owned businesses that have implemented successful customer engagement strategies to drive their business growth. You’ll learn:
- How to effectively engage and communicate with your customers
- Practical tools and techniques to optimize your business
- Lessons on building your business’ voice and identity
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Using Contracting Opportunities to Grow Your Business
DATE: Wednesday, June 16
TIME: 10:00 am ET
LOCATION: Online
Contracting with the local and federal government can create new avenues of growth for your business. This webinar will outline the benefits of being a government contractor, how to find relevant procurement opportunities, and explore local resources available to jump start the process. You’ll learn:
- The processes to follow in pursuing contracting opportunities
- Common mistakes to avoid in working with the government
- How to utilize certifications programs such as the District’s “CBE” to enhance your proposal
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Melissa Resil, Business Certification Manager, DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD)
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Robert G. DuHart, Sr., Business Opportunity Specialist, Small Business Administration (SBA)
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An Essential Guide to Leasing a Commercial Space
DATE: Wednesday, August 11
TIME: 10:00 am ET
LOCATION: Online
Looking to start or expand your small business operations to a brick and mortar? This webinar is a great first step to understanding the processes around commercial leasing. With a comprehensive look at leasing commercial space, you’ll learn about:
- Personal Guarantees
- Early Exit Provisions
- Lease renegotiation tactics and more
Join the upcoming DC Biz Chat to strengthen your position and prospects as a tenant.
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