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SUMMARY:2019 MEDA Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2019 session.\nPresenters will include leadership from local\, regional\, and statewide organizations. We’ll also hear from key members of the Maryland General Assembly who will provide insights on the upcoming session.\nClick here to download the draft agenda! \nClick here to review minutes from the MEDA Fall Conference Business Meeting.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2019-meda-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T150833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T150833Z
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SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Ready Set Go\, the Nuts & Bolts of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This FREE workshop is for those who are interested in starting their first business\, but want to find out more information on what to expect before they begin their first business. Our experienced business consultants will share with you everything to anticipate when starting a new business. \nTopics include: \n\nInformation on the legal and licensing requirements\nBusiness plan\nFinancing options\nMarketing strategy\nAll the perks and drawbacks that come with the life of an entrepreneur.\n\nThis 2-hour workshop will highlight the Nuts and Bolts of Starting a business
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-ready-set-go-the-nuts-bolts-of-starting-a-business/
LOCATION:South Bowie Branch Library\, 15301 Hall Road\, Bowie\, Maryland\, 20721
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T151049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T151049Z
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SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Smart Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The Smart Start Your Business workshop is one in a series of three workshops highly recommended for new start-up businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls\, explore the feasibility of your idea and increase chances for success! \nProfessional presentations will be made by an attorney\, an accountant\, a banker and an insurance professional. \nDiscover how to: \n\nLegally define your business and register your business name\nKeep proper financial records and report taxes\nAssess the insurance requirements needed to safeguard your business and personal assets\nEvaluate alternatives for accessing investment and working capital
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-smart-start-your-business%ef%bb%bf/
LOCATION:Baltimore Small Business Resource Center\, 3000 Druid Park Dr\, Batlimore\, Maryland\, 21215
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T151337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T151337Z
UID:19992-1547631000-1547638200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: SBA WOSB/EDWOSB Government Certification
DESCRIPTION:The WOSB Federal Contract Program was implemented in February 2011 with the goal of expanding opportunities for WOSBs to win Federal contracts by providing a level playing field for WOSBs to compete. It is also intended to assist Federal agencies to meet the contracting goals for WOSBs. The Program allows WOSBs to compete for set-aside contracts or receive sole source awards in industries where women-owned small businesses are substantially underrepresented. It also enables Economically Disadvantaged WOSBs (EDWOSBs) to compete for set-aside contracts or receive sole source awards in industries where women-owned small businesses are underrepresented. \nHere are topics that will be discuss and you will benefit in attending the workshop: \n\nCompanies that want to learn more about the contracting process\nIdentifying Opportunities\nMeeting the Buyers\nFinding the Right Partner\nSole Source Contracting\nRFP/RFQ Cycle\nFive Selling Strategies\nRegistered WOSB and EDWOSB contractors and those who desire to be so.\nCompanies that want more contracts as well as those who desire their first contract
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-sba-wosb-edwosb-government-certification/
LOCATION:Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC)\, 2660 Riva Road\, Suite 200\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20181207T145550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181219T142629Z
UID:19599-1547796600-1547803800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership Event: Signature Breakfast Series
DESCRIPTION:The BWI Business Partnership hosts and sponsors events throughout the year designed to promote our area\, enlighten members on issues of vital interest to both the public and the private sectors\, and to provide unique networking opportunities. \nOur monthly Signature Breakfast Series features keynote speakers from business and government along with regular updates on the happenings at our favorite airport\, BWI Thurgood Marshall. \nWe also host and collaborate on forums\, meetings and workshops. Some of the topics include transportation\, commercial development and doing business with government agencies. \nJanuary 18th – Tourism Panel
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-event-signature-breakfast-series-4/
LOCATION:The Hotel at Arundel Preserve\, 7795 Arundel Mills Blvd\, Hanover\, Maryland\, 21076
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T151609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T151609Z
UID:19993-1547816400-1547823600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Whip Your Business Into Shape: 6 Steps to Creating a Powerful Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Need to make your marketing more successful to grow your business and increase your sales? Let us help you develop marketing strategies\, structure and systems for your small business. \nThis workshop will help you to: \n\nDefine your target market\nUnderstand your competition\nCreate a unique selling proposition\nKnow how to generate leads\nBuild a powerful website\nUse social media to grow your business
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-whip-your-business-into-shape-6-steps-to-creating-a-powerful-marketing-strategy/
LOCATION:MD Small Business Developent Center\, 620 W. Lexington Street\, Rm 4-110\, Batlimore\, Maryland\, 21201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20181219T151512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181219T151512Z
UID:19845-1547823600-1547830800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:TEDCO Event: Start-up Orientation Forum
DESCRIPTION:TEDCO hosts a quarterly forum targeting entrepreneurs who want to better understand how they can take advantage of the many funding and other resources that Maryland has to offer. The forum will: \ni) Explain the first steps entrepreneurs should take when launching a business\,= \nii) Discuss the many entrepreneurial resources available in Maryland\, and \niii) Help to set proper expectations about what entrepreneurs need to achieve to be competitive for various funding and assistance programs. \nA “Forum” suggests a discussion of topics that are of public interest. While specific information will be provided\, participants will be encouraged to ask questions to generate a discussion during and after the session.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-event-start-up-orientation-forum/
LOCATION:TEDCO\, 7021 Columbia Gateway Dr.\, Suite 200\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T151757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T151757Z
UID:19996-1548151200-1548160200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Understanding Your Business Financial Statement
DESCRIPTION:Taking time to read your financial statements might not be the most exciting part of running your own business\, but they are a key reporting tool that help you understand the state of your business and where it is going. \nYour financial statements are also an essential tool to help you make important business and investment decisions\, such as cost management\, continuing or discontinuing a business operation\, mergers and acquisitions\, forecasting\, and buying or leasing equipment. \nIf a business owner understands how to analyze its financial data\, they can quickly identify what is working well in their business\, and what can be expanded; or identify areas that needs monitoring\, improvement\, or should be discontinued.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-understanding-your-business-financial-statement/
LOCATION:MD Small Business Developent Center\, 620 W. Lexington Street\, Rm 4-110\, Batlimore\, Maryland\, 21201
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T152011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T152011Z
UID:19997-1548324000-1548331200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Ask a Business Lawyer Before Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This small business legal workshop is design for startups as well as those already in business. When your business changes and grows\, you need to be prepared to respond to those changes. If you are someone\, concern about some of the legal issues in starting a business or issues that may arise in an existing and growing business. This workshop is for you to attend and asked a business lawyer. \nKey Topics: \n\nThe choosing of the type of legal business entity\nProtecting your identity\nUnderstanding business contracts and leases\n1099 versus W2 employees\, what is the difference.\nEmployment practices and pitfalls – and how to avoid employment problems\nand many more legal issues that small businesses encounter every day
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-ask-a-business-lawyer-before-starting-a-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T152204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T152204Z
UID:19998-1548756000-1548763200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Digital Marketing & Social Media
DESCRIPTION:This Digital Marketing workshop will cover important aspects you need to successfully create and execute a digital marketing strategy for your organization. We will show you how to use digital marketing tools to drive business results and keep you on the leading edge of business change as growth grows in digital media. \nWhat will be covered? \n\nDigital Marketing Concept\nFinding the right key for your website\nSocial Media\nFacebook\nTwitter\nInstagram\nYouTube\nBranding\nWhat is Branding?\nBuilding a Brand that Sells\nListening to Your Authentic Brand Voice
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-digital-marketing-social-media/
LOCATION:Morgan State University\, Earl G. Graves School of Business\, 4100 Hillen Road\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21218
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190130T190000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190111T190848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190121T150309Z
UID:20190-1548869400-1548874800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDA Young Leaders Group Event
DESCRIPTION:We will gather for networking and happy hour at Cured/18th and 21st. \nA brief update and overview will be given before low-key socializing commences. HCEDA will provide apps and 2 drink tickets per attendee. \n*Reminder- this event is only open to MEDA members. \n\nMany thanks to Howard County Economic Development Authority for helping to plan and sponsor this next meetup!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-young-leaders-group-event/
LOCATION:Cured/18th and 21st\, 10980 Grantchester Way #110\, Columbia\, Maryland
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T093941
CREATED:20190102T152340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T152340Z
UID:19999-1548943200-1548950400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MDSBDC Event: Developing an Effective Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:A well crafted plan will act as a blueprint to build\, maintain or expand your business and also be used to present your company as a viable and sustainable business entity in the loan application process. \nKey sections of a business plan include: an executive summary\, the business description\, management\, employees\, operations and suppliers\, customer and market analysis (marketing\, competition\, location)\, plan strategy (including a SWOT Analysis)\, loan request and financial statements (balance sheet\, operating statement\, personal finances\, cash flow). \nTopics of Discussion:  \n\nKey sections of a business plan\nMoving ideas from mind to paper in a clear\, concise manner\nTips on effectively presenting your plan\nHow Business plans are evaluated in the loan application process.\nPresenting your plan in an integrated and coordinated manner.\nAddressing business weaknesses and opportunities
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mdsbdc-event-developing-an-effective-business-plan/
LOCATION:Morgan State University\, Earl G. Graves School of Business\, 4100 Hillen Road\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21218
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