How to Pivot in Tough Times equips entrepreneurs with the strategies and mindset needed to navigate uncertainty and emerge stronger. This session explores how to recognize and respond to market shifts with clarity, develop resilience and adaptability as core business strengths, and transform challenges into...

Start the year with clarity. Learn how to set achievable marketing goals, refresh your message, and focus on what matters most to your audience-your business clients and customers! Presenter, Pieter Bickford, HighRock. Please use following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18415?embedded=0

This workshop is a hands-on training designed to help small and midsize businesses understand, prepare for, and successfully adopt artificial intelligence. Drawing on both scientific research and real-world industry experience, this workshop demystifies AI and provides a clear, actionable framework for leaders who want to...

Somewhere along the way, you were told a website costs a fortune and takes forever. That was true once. It isn't anymore. In this hands-on session, you'll discover how AI and modern templates have shattered the old rules—and how you can build a site that...

This session explores why most small businesses struggle to scale and what it takes to build a strong, growth-ready foundation. Participants will learn the key difference between growing and scaling, the hidden reasons 70% of businesses hit a ceiling, and how the common “Founder Bottleneck”...

Most small businesses rely on social media and hope for results…but effective marketing is a system, not a single tool. In this practical, easy-to-follow session, Kat Hozik of Devaney & Associates breaks down how the full marketing ecosystem works together to build visibility, trust, and...

This training provides a step-by-step walkthrough of a personal and business credit report, explaining key components such as tradelines, credit inquiries, public records, and scoring factors. Participants will learn how lenders evaluate credit data and how to identify potential issues that may impact financing decisions....

In this training opportunity you will discover how to be "Bank Ready in 30-Days, Capital in 60. The Business Owners Checklist to Secure Bank Financing (Even If You've Been Denied Before)" What You'll Get: -The 4-week roadmap to become bank-ready -The 10-point Bank-Ready Scorecard -Tools...

Algorithms change, but relationships don’t. Join this training session to realize where to focus your limited time — from Reels and TikTok to LinkedIn — and what’s actually driving engagement today. Presenter, Pieter Bickford; HighRock. Please use the following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18479

This practical SBDC training helps small businesses move from curiosity to a clear export plan. You’ll learn how to assess export readiness, shortlist promising markets, and reduce common risks using proven SBDC resources—plus AI tools that speed up research, documentation prep, pricing scenarios, and buyer...

This session educates business owners on compliant, practical strategies for building and strengthening credit profiles. Topics include utilization management, credit mix, authorized user considerations, and establishing consistent positive payment history to support long-term financial health. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich, Kaydem Credit This training is the second...

Struggling to figure out where AI fits in your business? Or are you’re getting the most out of it now? You've heard the buzz, maybe even tried a tool or two, but nobody's answered the real question: where do you actually start? AI wasn't built...

Participants will gain a clear understanding of how common credit behaviors—such as hard inquiries, late payments, and high utilization—directly influence funding eligibility, approval outcomes, and interest rates. The training connects everyday credit decisions to real-world financing impacts. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich; Kaydem Credit This training is...

This training helps business owners distinguish between credit improvements that can be managed independently and situations that may require licensed, compliant credit restoration assistance. Attendees will learn how to assess their credit challenges and make informed, responsible decisions about next steps. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich; Kaydem...

Stop guessing where your next job will come from. Learn how to generate consistent, high-quality leads and keep your schedule full. Why are some service businesses fully booked while others are stuck chasing the next job every week? AsrorJon Shukurov, SBA Maryland Minority Owned Small...

Stop Letting Your Budget Hold Back Your Growth! What if you could generate more leads, build stronger customer relationships, and grow your business—without spending a fortune on marketing? In this fast-paced, practical webinar, you’ll discover how to turn “fingernails and shoestrings” into a powerful marketing...

This session provides an educational overview of what legitimate, compliant credit restoration services entail. Participants will learn about consumer protections, realistic timelines, and ethical practices so they can confidently evaluate professional support options if needed. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich; Kaydem Credit This training is the fifth...

Demystify AI! We’ll explore free and low-cost tools that help you brainstorm ideas, write content, and design faster without losing your authentic voice. Presenter, Pieter Bickford, HighRock Please use the following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18635