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November 2023
Economic Development Panel
Please join the Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce for our Economic Development Panel on November 20, 2023 at the Best Western Premier. Panelists include: Carla Merritt, Maryland Department of Commerce. Carla is an experienced development professional with the Maryland Department of Commerce, serving as, Sr. Business Development Representative within the Division of business and Industry Sector Development's Regional Growth and Retention Business Unit. Cynthia Rivarde, Rockville Economic Development, Inc. (REDI). Cindy Rivarde serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Rockville Economic…
Find out more »Purple Line Application Workshop & Support
FSC First is taking applications for the Purple Line Business Assistance Grant, no appointment needed to receive in-person application assistance. Get approved in 15 minutes or less! The grant is for Prince George’s County businesses located along the Purple Line Construction Impacted Corridor in Districts 2 or 3. If you have a business in this impacted area, you may be eligible for $10,000 in assistance. To view eligibility prior to event please send an email to purpleline@fscfirst.com. No appointment is required to…
Find out more »Maryland Global Consulting Program
Access resources and knowledge from the export ecosystem here in Maryland and increase your company’s knowledge about how to expand globally. Be part of a cohort of companies seeking to accelerate their capacity to export. Receive custom support on global market expansion or solve an international business challenge with a team of business students. Learn more and apply today.
Find out more »Business 1-Day Launch Camp
Through the 'Level Up' program, FSC First has partnered with SEED SPOT, to empower and educate diverse, impact driven entrepreneurs and small business owners like you! Tuition fees are sponsored by FSC First. Get ready to bring your million-dollar idea to life! Join us for the Launch Camp program, a collaboration between FSC First and SEED SPOT. This one-day interactive seminar is designed to empower and educate diverse, impact-driven entrepreneurs and small business owners. In-Person Workshop - Thursday November 30, 2023, 10 am -…
Find out more »Business Contracts 101
In the world of business, contracts protect your business, intellectual property, your money, but most importantly, they protect you, the CEO. Business Contracts 101 will break down the vital information you need to know to negotiate, draft, and sign contracts that are legally enforceable in court and that actually protect you. You’ll learn what they teach law students the first day of contracts class, how to avoid creating an unenforceable contract, the various types of business contracts, essential contract clauses,…
Find out more »December 2023
Prince George’s County Business Certification Overview
The Prince George’s County Supplier Development & Diversity Division (SDDDD) hosts a monthly Certification Overview Training for participants to learn about the benefits and requirements a Prince George’s County Business Certification. By becoming a certified business in Prince George’s County, your business may receive preference in procurement opportunities offered by Prince George’s County Government. SDDD is the official authorized certification authority for Prince George’s County and offers the following Prince George’s County Government business certifications. Reciprocal Minority Business Enterprise County…
Find out more »10X Email Bootcamp
Email is the single most powerful, engaging, and cost-effective marketing channel for the majority of B2C/D2C businesses. In fact, most major e-commerce brands consider it “very critical” to their success! However, many small business owners and first-time entrepreneurs misunderstand how to use email marketing to get significantly more customer engagement, loyalty, audience understanding, and ultimately, sales. In this session, $12m e-commerce owner Andrew Aversa will explain the core principles of email marketing that generate billions of dollars in revenue for…
Find out more »NIH Technology Opportunity Webinar: Nestorone
Register to attend a free NIH webinar. Attendees will learn about a first-of-its-kind male contraceptive hormonal gel, Nestorone®/Testosterone (NES/T), co-developed by the NICHD and Population Council through the Contraceptive Clinical Trials Network (CCTN). This topical, daily self-applied transdermal gel is designed to provide full sperm suppression within 8-12 weeks and be reversible after 12-16 weeks of ending application. This presentation will showcase NES/T gel as an innovative, user-controlled option for male contraception.
Find out more »FSC First and Washington Gas Strive for 35 Fund Webinar
FSC First has partnered with Washington Gas to provide the Strive for 35 Loan Fund. The fund supports diverse businesses based in Maryland with expertise in underground piping, paving, engineering, catering, legal, marketing, hauling and removing, or other essential services, and can provide the capital boost business owners need to excel in the natural gas industry. What can you expect by attending this complimentary webinar? · Get valuable information on the Strive for 35 Loan Fund and requirements · Learn about Strive for 35…
Find out more »January 2024
Driving Revenue: Exceeding Sales Goals
Sessions will be held January 9 through February 13 Have you asked yourself the following questions? How do I sell beyond my “Friends and Family”? Do I have a strategy for repeatable sales? Am I positioned to drive revenue to achieve my goals? Do I have the necessary sales systems and materials in place to Scale to reach my goals? Is my plan executable?... with monthly contact goals and attainable revenue/sales goals? If you are saying “no” to any of…
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