MCE Women’s Business Center Announces No-Charge November Webinars for
Entrepreneurs
SALISBURY, Md. — Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center (MCE WBC) will
offer six no-charge webinars in November 2026 to help aspiring and established entrepreneurs
explore business ownership, develop additional income, access resources and strengthen their
financial foundation. All sessions are online and open to everyone. Advance registration is required
to receive the webinar links.
Wednesday, November 4 | Noon–1 p.m.
First Steps of Starting Your Own Business
Nick Rudolph, Baltimore Regional Director for Maryland Capital Enterprises, will introduce the
fundamentals of business ownership, including the advantages and challenges, skills and resources
needed, Maryland startup requirements, the importance of good credit and the purpose of a business
plan.
Tuesday, November 10 | Noon–1 p.m.
Turning Your Hobby into a Side Hustle
Discover how to turn something you enjoy into an income opportunity. Jim Peterson, Vice
President and Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, will share practical tips and best
practices for developing a hobby into a money-making side hustle during this live, interactive
session.
Thursday, November 12 | Noon–1 p.m.
Resources for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
Military veterans and military spouses who own a business or are considering starting one can learn
about resources to support their next steps. Presented by the SBA Baltimore District Office and
hosted by the Baltimore Metropolitan and MCE Women’s Business Centers, this webinar will cover
no-charge counseling and mentoring, financing programs and government contracting assistance.
Everyone is welcome.
Tuesday, November 17 | Noon–1 p.m.
Turning Your Side Hustle Into a Business
Ready to explore making your side hustle a full-time business? Jim Peterson, Vice President and
Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, returns for a live, interactive webinar focused on
taking that next step.
Wednesday, November 18 | Noon–1 p.m.
Business Plan & Cash Flow Projections
Nick Rudolph, Baltimore Regional Director for Maryland Capital Enterprises, will explain the
basics of writing a business plan and developing cash flow projections. Participants will learn why
both are important, how to begin creating them and how they work together when applying for
business funding.
Wednesday, November 18 | 6–7 p.m.
Credit Repair Tools & Strategies
Lyndsae Peele, CEO of Kingdom Vision Consulting, will share practical tools for improving and
maintaining healthy credit. Topics include credit fundamentals, step-by-step improvement strategies
and habits that support a stronger credit profile. Participants will explore how healthy credit can
help create access to financing, business growth and long-term wealth-building opportunities.
Registration
For complete class details and to register, visit
www.WomensBusinessCenterAtMarylandCapitalEnterprises.org and click “Workshops.” All
webinars are offered at no charge.
About Maryland Capital Enterprises and the Women’s Business Center
Maryland Capital Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that helps entrepreneurs launch and expand
businesses through lending, training and business assistance. Its Women’s Business Center provides
no-charge training, counseling and resources to help aspiring and established business owners move
forward with confidence. Although the center specializes in supporting women entrepreneurs, its
programs and services are open to everyone.
