MCE Women's Business Center

11/03/2026

💡 Could your side hustle become your full-time business?

Join the MCE Women’s Business Center for Turning Your Side Hustle Into a Business, a free, live, interactive webinar to help you explore your next steps!

📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026
🕛 Noon–1:00 p.m.
💻 Online | No charge

Hear from Jim Peterson, Vice President & Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, as you learn about making the transition from a side hustle to a full-time business.

Bring your questions, explore the possibilities, and take a step toward making your business dream a reality!

👉 Register here: Scan QR Code on Flyer to Register
Registration is required to receive the webinar link.

The MCE Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Federal Funding Disclosures – MCEWBC: Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Non-Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Total Program Cost: $300,000.

10/29/2026

Resources for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
November 12, 2026
No-Cost Virtual Webinar

🌐 Register for this class please scan the QR code on the flyer

Are you a military veteran or military spouse currently running — or dreaming of launching — your own small business? Join us for this powerful session in our No-Cost Monthly WBC Webinar Series, part of the Monthly Lunch & Learn Women in Business Series.

This class is hosted by Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center, an official SBA Resource Partner, and presented by the SBA Baltimore District Office.
In this session, you’ll learn about a wide variety of free resources available to help you succeed:
✅ Free one-on-one counseling and mentoring
✅ Access to financing programs
✅ Help navigating government contracting opportunities

You’ll walk away with clear next steps, expert guidance, and the confidence to grow your business!

🌐 Register for this class please scan the QR code on the flyer.

📧 For accessibility needs, see full details below.

The SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any co-sponsor, other person, or entity. All SBA programs or co-sponsored programs are intended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lisa Twilley at [email protected]. Grant # SBAHQ20W0003
Federal Funding Disclosures – MCEWBC
In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328:
MCE Women’s Business Center Program
Federal Share: 50%-$150,000
Non-Federal Share: 50%-$150,000
Total Program Cost: $300,000
Hosted by Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. – Women’s Business Center

Follow us for more free trainings, resources, and small business inspiration!

10/27/2026

🎨 Love your hobby? Explore how it could become a money-making side hustle!

Join the MCE Women’s Business Center for Turning Your Hobby Into a Side Hustle, a free, live, interactive webinar filled with practical tips and ideas to help you get started.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
🕛 Noon–1:00 p.m.
💻 Online | No charge

Guest speaker Jim Peterson, Vice President & Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, will share best practices for turning something you enjoy into an income opportunity.

Bring your questions and spend your lunch hour exploring the possibilities!
👉 Register: Scan QR Code on flyer
Registration is required to receive the webinar link.

Ready for the next step? Join us November 17 for Turning Your Side Hustle Into a Business!

The MCE Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

Federal Funding Disclosures – MCEWBC: Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Non-Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Total Program Cost: $300,000.

10/23/2026

🎉 Help us celebrate the entrepreneurs making a difference in our community!

Congratulations to our 2026 MCE Pohanka Entrepreneur of the Year Awards finalists:
🌟 Step Up From Grace
🌟 Two Tree Integrative Health
🌟 Market Street Inn

Join us on November 5 at Salisbury University for an evening of inspiration, connection and celebration—and be there as we reveal which award each finalist will receive!

Your ticket also supports MCE’s work helping entrepreneurs launch and grow their businesses. Bring a friend or colleague and make it a night out with a purpose!
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
📍 Salisbury University
🎟️ Tickets: $75 | Sponsorships available
⏰ Ticket sales close Thursday, October 29!

Reserve your seats! Scan the QR code on the flyer to purchase tickets today.

10/22/2026

Congratulations Sandy! Automotive Group of Salisbury. Well deserved!!

The NADA has elected Sandy Fitzgerald Angello, Vice President and Dealer Operator of Pohanka Automotive Group, as its 2027 Chairman. She becomes only the second woman to hold the role in NADA’s history.

Angello brings more than 40 years of industry experience to the position and has represented Maryland’s franchised dealers on NADA’s board since 2021. Her priorities heading in: stronger advocacy, better outcomes for dealers and customers, and protecting opportunities for the next generation of automotive retailers.

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10/22/2026

Hope you can join us at Ocean Downs Casino!

10/20/2026

First Steps of Starting Your Own Business

Have a business idea but aren’t sure where to begin? Take the first step with confidence! Join Nick Rudolph, MCE Baltimore Regional Director, for a free webinar covering the pros and cons of business ownership, Maryland start-up requirements, essential skills and resources, credit, and why every strong business needs a plan.

📅 November 4, 2026
⏰ Noon–1 p.m.
💻 Online webinar
💲 Free; registration required

Scan the QR Code on the flyer to register.


The MCE Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the MCE Women’s Business Center at 410-546-1900.

Federal Funding Disclosure—MCE Women’s Business Center
In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328:
Federal Share: 50%—$150,000 | Non-Federal Share: 50%—$150,000 | Total Program Cost: $300,000

10/14/2026

Social Media for Small to Medium Businesses – Keys to Growth & Success

📅 Webinar: October 28, 2026 | Noon – 1:00 p.m.
🎤 Presented by Betsy Long, Owner of B. Long Socials

Want to make social media work for your business? Join us for a FREE one-hour webinar where social media expert Betsy Long will guide you through:
✨ The major platforms and the benefits of each
✨ How to strengthen your presence beyond traditional advertising
✨ The importance of Consistency, Authenticity & Engagement
✨ How to level up your current social media strategy

Whether you’re just getting started or want a clearer roadmap to reach more customers, this class will give you fresh tools and ideas to grow your business online.

💡 All of our webinars are no-charge and open to everyone!

Scan code on flyer to register.



The SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any co-sponsor, other person, or entity. All SBA programs or co-sponsored programs are intended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lisa Twilley at [email protected]. Grant # SBAHQ20W0003
Federal Funding Disclosures – MCEWBC
In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328:
MCE Women’s Business Center Program
Federal Share: 50%-$150,000
Non-Federal Share: 50%-$150,000
Total Program Cost: $300,000

10/08/2026

Starting a business in Maryland, Virginia, or DC? You may be wondering whether to form an LLC, where to register, or how to protect your business name. You’re welcome to bring those questions to this no cost webinar!

Registering Your Business in the DMV: From Entity Selection to Trademarking
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m.
💻 See flyer and scan cold to register.

Attorneys Joanna Schindler and Tammy Hui of The Geller Law Group will walk through business structures, state and local registration, doing business across state lines, and trademark considerations.

Hosted by the Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia in partnership with Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center, Maryland Women’s Business Center, and Capital Region Women’s Business Center.

Please use this direct registration link. Your Zoom link will be provided after you register.



The MCE Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Federal Funding Disclosures – MCEWBC: Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Non-Federal Share: 50%–$150,000; Total Program Cost: $300,000.

10/07/2026

Ready to turn your story into support? Join the MCE Women’s Business Center and special guest Heather Wilson, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of GiveSendGo, for a powerful free webinar on how to build a crowdfunding campaign that connects with people and inspires action.

Learn practical strategies to:
✨ Tell your story in a compelling way
✨ Build trust and donor relationships
✨ Expand your reach through social media
✨ Strengthen your marketing visibility
✨ Create engagement that keeps momentum growing

Whether you’re launching a business, nonprofit, ministry, community project, or personal cause, this session will help you take the next step with purpose and confidence.

📅 October 21, 2026
⏰ Noon – 1:00 PM
💻 Live Online Webinar
🎟️ Free of Charge

Register today at:
https://marylandcapital.org/education/




The SBA’s participation is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products, or services of any co-sponsor, other person, or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Lisa Twilley at [email protected]. SBA Grant # SBAHQ20W0003.
Federal Funding Disclosure: MCE Women’s Business Center Program – Federal Share: 50% - $150,000 | Non-Federal Share: 50% - $150,000 | Total Program Cost: $300,000.