Event Announcement: Networking Tuesday 4/19/11

We have a lot of small businesses and entrepreneurs and our goal is to reach out to them and have them network and build.

Come unite with other businesses, organizations, and/or entrepreneurs.

Come mingle and join the evening of networking!! DON'T FORGET YOUR BUSINESS CARDS.

Entrance: FREE

For more information visit: We have a lot of small businesses and entrepreneurs and our goal is to reach out to them and have them network and build.

Come unite with other businesses, organizations, and/or entrepreneurs.

Come mingle and join the evening of networking!! DON'T FORGET YOUR BUSINESS CARDS.

Entrance: FREE

For information contact: Shawneece Hennighan 703-389-3432 or visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=200607353312281

Event Announcement: Networking Workshop

When: Saturday, February 26, 2011

Where: Upper Marlboro Branch -
14730 Main Street- Upper Marlboro,
Maryland 20772

Time: 12 pm to 1 pm

Join Washington Executive Enterprises, LLC for a 1-hour, dynamic,
interactive workshop designed to teach you the fundamentals of successful
networking.

*** Register for the workshop online
at weellc@inbox.com ***

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Take the Challenge

Having a team to support, give information and hold you accountable for your actions is always helpful to get closer to success.

The 16 week challenge is a platform that is built to connect you to other professionals, build accountability partners and prove that with focus you can achieve your specific goals.

Make It Happen Consulting is participating for the second time this year. It is a great way to grow your business.

To find out more about the challenge visit http://16weeks.ning.com/

For questions about accountability and how it can help you business succeed visit www.makeithappenc.com

Fashionably Business Workshops

Monday, August 16th, 2010: Visual Merchandising for Retailers: What makes a compelling visual display? How can I create windows that will get customers to leave the sidewalk and come into my store? During this 90-minute workshop, participants will learn about the art of visual merchandising, and why it is vital to the health of a "brick and mortar" retail establishment. REGISTER: http://fashionbizvisualmerch.eventbrite.com

Monday, August 23rd, 2010:Merchandising Basics for Fashion Entrepreneurs: This workshop is perfect for designers who are trying to get their products placed in a retail establishment and for retailers who want to learn more about the buying process. Participants will receive a general overview of the planning and buying function as it relates to the realm of fashion retail.
REGISTER: http://fashionbizmerch.eventbrite.com

Understanding Business Financials- 3 Part Series
August 13th, 2010: Part I: The Basics- Pricing & Sales Projections: This workshop explains the basics of business financials and how to begin developing a "makes sense" financial plan for your business. In this first session, participants will learn about various types of pricing strategies, how to create a price list for products & services, how to setting hourly rates (services) and markups (products), and how to develop an initial or working operating budget. By the end of this workshop participants will have the beginnings of a good working pricelist and understand how to better develop sales projections for their business.
REGISTER: http://fashionbizfinancials.eventbrite.com

August 18th, 2010: Part II: Overview of Financial Statements: Come and learn what the various financial statements actually mean and how to develop good financials using the SCORE.org financial plan template. In this second session, participants will learn about the basic accounting principles that every business owner & manager should understand, the four key financial statements (Income, Cash Flow, Equity and Balance Sheet) and the key operating statement (Profit & Loss), and how to actually read the financial & operating statements to determine the profitability of your business.
REGISTER: http://fashionbizfinancials.eventbrite.com

Questions? businessdev@gwfcc.org or call us at 202.709.DCFF (202.709.3233)

Chamber of Commerce

Very often business owners want to be surrounded with like minded people to help them learn, grow and find new product/services that will enhance the business.

The Chamber of Commerce is a wonderful place to find all those things. It is true that many times as a small business it is difficult to make the financial donation to be a year member but they also allow outsider to attend majority of the events. This means you can budget money to attend the events that will enhance your company without feeling the stress of not being a member. We encourage you to be a member if possible because it is more than just a networking tool but a group that will support your business in many different arenas. It is good to know that you have options no matter what your financial standings.

If you don't already know feel free to search for the chamber in your area. Go to one event and see what you have been missing.

Enjoy networking!