WDCEP Launches $100,000 Business Plan Competition

April 6, 2010

The Washington DC Economic Partnership is pleased to announce that its $100,000 Business Plan Competition launches tomorrow, April 6th, 2010.

The competition is aimed at highlighting DC’s unique competitive advantage as a location for small businesses that leverage federal resources. In addition, the competition encourages entrepreneurship, innovation and job creation within the District.

This year’s winner will receive investment capital of a $100,000 from Enhanced Capital Partners and Advantage Capital Partners and $10,000 worth of legal consultation from Venable LLP.

WDCEP is hosting a kick off reception on April 6th, from 6:00 to 8:00pm at its offices (1495 F Street, NW).

The Washington, DC Economic Partnership, together with Venable LLP, is offering free Business Plan Workshops for applicants and potential entrepreneurs. 

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The WDCEP is a 501(c)3 non-profit, public/private partnership dedicated to promoting business opportunities throughout DC and contributing to business retention and attraction activities. For more information visit www.wdcep.com.