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Small Business Development Workshop: Ready, Set, Go! Are You Ready to Start a Business? with the Southern Maryland Small Business Development Center

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Are You Ready to Start a Business?

with the Southern Maryland Small Business Development Center
2025-11-12 18:00:00 2025-11-12 19:00:00 America/New_York Are You Ready to Start a Business? Waldorf West Branch -

Wednesday, November 12
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-12 18:00:00 2025-11-12 19:00:00 America/New_York Are You Ready to Start a Business? Come learn the basics of starting a small business with the Southern Maryland Small Business Development Center! Waldorf West Branch -

Come learn the basics of starting a small business with the Southern Maryland Small Business Development Center!

Thinking about starting a small business? This session may be for you! This training session helps develop an awareness about what to understand and prepare for when considering starting a business, including selected Charles County requirements.  It also provides an overview about the Small Business Development Center program and services, as well as:

  • How to develop a business plan
  • Basics of finance management
  • How to get funding
  • Marketing
  • And other objectives to be a successful entrepreneur. 

You won't want to miss this exciting and educational workshop!

Registration is required. If you have questions, please call 301-645-1395 or email westref@ccplonline.org.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Presenter | Small Business/Nonprofit | Community Engagement |

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Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.

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Phone: 301-645-1395
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