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SUMMARY:Lunch About Nothing
DESCRIPTION:Lunch About Nothing is back!!! \nLunch About Nothing  is held the 4th Monday of the month from 12-1 at Serra Restaurant & Bar on Main.  It is open to all businesses\, non profits and anyone who chooses to attend.  There is nothing to join and visitors purchase their own lunch.  Contact Zach Tomlin at ztomlin@tomlintech.com for more information or to get on the email list.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/lunch-about-nothing/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Serra Restaurant & Bar on Main\, 32 W. Main St.\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Zach Tomlin":MAILTO:ztomlin@tomlintech.com
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SUMMARY:Tech Talks - The 25th Anniversary of CTIC
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear about what CTIC has been up to and how we’re celebrating our 25th year of service – plus\, learn about what’s new at the Community Media Center! \nCoffee and light breakfast will be offered.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/tech-talks-the-25th-anniversary-of-ctic/
LOCATION:Community Media Center\, 1301 Washington Rd.\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll Technology & Innovation Council":MAILTO:info@carrolltechcouncil.org
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups Westminster
DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups Westminster is a program held for the community\, by the community! \nWe are connected to a nationwide entrepreneurial organization which hosts weekly events that bring entrepreneurs in the Westminster community together over coffee and conversations. Coordinated by local business volunteers\, these events are open to entrepreneurs and business/nonprofit owners of companies less than 5 years old. \nWe meet every other Wednesday @ 9:00 AM. Sign up for email info and reminders\, and apply to present\, by visiting https://www.1millioncups.com/westminster \nSubscribe to the 1MC Westminster YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1millioncupswestminster48 \nFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1MCWestminster/
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/1-million-cups-westminster-2-2/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:MAGIC\, 36 W. Maint St\, Westminster\, 21157\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business with AI
DESCRIPTION:Create marketing content for different customer segments using AI while maintaining your authentic brand voice. Set up reusable branding prompts that capture your organization’s tone and values\, then use AI tools in Canva and image generators to develop marketing materials. Practice creating content with AI assistance that resonates with real customers and explore both the opportunities and limitations of using AI for brand building and customer communication.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/marketing-your-business-with-ai/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll Technology & Innovation Council":MAILTO:info@carrolltechcouncil.org
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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SUMMARY:Carroll County Chamber of Commerce PM Connections
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging Chamber PM Connections event co-sponsored by Target Community & Educational Services\, Barnes-Bollinger Insurance Services\, and Carroll Community College. This afternoon gathering offers a relaxed setting for networking with fellow business leaders while enjoying light refreshments. \nThe goal of this event is to connect local employers with Target Community & Educational Services\, highlighting opportunities to partner in providing meaningful employment for individuals with disabilities. Attendees will learn how inclusive hiring can strengthen their workforce while making a positive impact in the community. \nWhether you’re looking to expand your talent pipeline\, build new business relationships\, or support inclusive employment initiatives\, this PM Connections event is a valuable opportunity to connect\, learn\, and lead. \n**EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN ROOM M157**
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/carroll-county-chamber-of-commerce-pm-connections-56/
LOCATION:Carroll Community College\, 1601 Washington Rd. (Rm. K100)\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Carroll County Chamber of Commerce
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@carrollcountychamber.org
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SUMMARY:MD SBDC No-Cost & Low-Cost Training For Maryland Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland SBDC offers a comprehensive range of training courses and programs. Our online courses offer an excellent way to work training into your busy schedule when it’s most convenient for you. \nSBDC training programs are designed with you in mind. By leveraging the resources of professionals in the community\, we are able to offer a wide range of high-quality workshops\, conferences\, seminars\, and courses at no cost\, or a nominal fee in topics ranging from business plans to marketing to finances for your small business. \nPlease click on the following link to access the training calendar and choose your training to register. \nhttps://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/md-sbdc-no-cost-low-cost-training-for-maryland-small-businesses/2026-03-01/
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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