The Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs invites you to reserve a space for our upcoming  T.I.P.S. Webinar Series

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The Governor’s Office of
Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs

invites you to reserve a space for our upcoming 

T.I.P.S. Webinar Series

(Training & Insights for Procurement Success)


Writing A Business Plan
To Access Capital

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

10 a.m. – 12 noon

Are you leveraging your business plan?An effective business plan can be a very powerful tool. Join our special guest and learn the essential elements and strategic uses of a business plan. You’ll gain insights on how to write for target audiences (lenders, investors, partners) and receive links to market research resources and plan templates. You’ll leave with actionable strategies for utilizing your business plan to maximize growth and access funding.

Who should attend? Small, minority, women, and veteran business owners and entrepreneurs who are ready to improve and leverage your business plan to access capital.

Your instructor is Will Holmes, Chairman Emeritus of the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce, Founder of Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) and Founder of the Baltimore Economic Leadership (BELL). Read his bio at https://whcusa.com/will-holmes-founder-of-whc/


MBE Compliance Considerations
for Prime Contractors

Thursday, December 19, 2024

10 a.m. – 12 noon

Are you already performing as a Prime Contractor in the state of Maryland contracting arena? If so, this workshop will delve into Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) laws, regulations, policies, and essential requirements for Prime Contractors aiming to successfully meet MBE goal commitments. Your instructor will also share best practices for the MBE Program and discuss how to effectively navigate compliance. Prepare to enhance your understanding and skills in this critical area.
Who should attend? Small, minority, women, and veteran business owners and entrepreneurs who are ready and able to compete and perform as prime contractors in the state contracting arena.
Your instructor is Nichelle Johnson, MBE Ombudsman, Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs.

What you need to know:

    • There is no cost to attend.
    • Advance registration is required. Attendees receive a unique link to join the event.
    • This session will be recorded; by registering, you are consenting to be recorded.
    • All attendees will be in listen mode only (your camera will be off and your mic is muted).
    • A Q&A session will be conducted following the presentation
    • Special Accommodation requests should be made 14 days in advance to eduardo.hayden@maryland.gov