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Finding Resources You Need to Succeed: 3 Local Organizations Supporting Black Businesses

Published: October 17th, 2022

Support for Black Businesses There is a well-established and growing body of support for Black-owned businesses in Montgomery County. Below, we highlight the Montgomery County Black Collective, the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Black Business Council — three organically-grown and highly effective local organizations that stand ready to help you… Get connected to...
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Naddia Clute – The New MoCo Small Business Navigator

Published: September 8th, 2022

The Montgomery County Business Center assists businesses of all sizes to start, move, and grow in Montgomery County, Maryland.  Naddia Clute is the  County’s new Small Business Navigator, one of the key people responsible for helping small businesses succeed. Her job is to help businesses navigate County government processes like licensing, permitting, and...
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What Is Intellectual Property? A Breakdown To Protect Your Business From Legal Risks 

Published: August 26th, 2022

So you thought of an idea… Maybe it’s an invention or a service. Or maybe it’s just a cool logo you’ve conjured up. Believe it or not, there’s more to “truly” owning this piece of your brand… you have to legally protect your creation. But, to look at it another way, what if...
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Social Enterprise: Purpose-Driven Business 

Published: August 26th, 2022

Conduct good business and promote social good at the same time? What a concept! Today it’s called “social entrepreneurship.” And it’s an increasingly popular way to do business. To some, this is an unfamiliar term for a somewhat familiar idea: using entrepreneurship, innovation, and passion to drive social change.  For a social entrepreneur, a...
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How To Become Certified as an MBE, SBE in the State of Maryland

Published: August 26th, 2022

If you are a minority entrepreneur, you may have encountered obstacles that make it challenging to grow your business. The good news is that being certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Small Business Enterprise (SBE) can help you overcome some of these obstacles.  Becoming an MBE or an...
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Why Small Businesses Shouldn’t Ignore Business Insurance

Published: August 26th, 2022

Business insurance can offer proper protection at opportune moments. This guide has details on its value for your small business.  Are you worried about accidents, weather disasters, or possibly even lawsuits?  These are potential realities of a business, but there’s something that can protect your small business from the unthinkable…  Business insurance....
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Partnering Up For Success: How Collaboration Boosts Business Wins

Published: July 9th, 2022

Thinking of collaborating, partnering, or white labeling a service? This is a guide for understanding the symbiotic (mutual) benefits of business collaboration. Adding a collaboration element to your business can help you reach your goals faster. And sometimes? Your best collaboration can be with a direct competitor! Keep reading to learn...
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How MCEDC Helps Businesses Thrive In Montgomery County

Published: April 20th, 2022

Are you looking to start, expand or relocate your business in Montgomery County? This article gives you what you need to know and helpful MCEDC resources. What Is MCEDC? Who Does MCEDC Serve? How Can MCEDC Help Your Business?  What Industries Does MCEDC Work With? How Can You Start Working...
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