Summit: Economic Development & Sustainability for Entrepreneurs, Side Hustl

Equip your business to grow, scale, and strengthen the community.
Join the Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B (under President Dr. Tekemia Dorsey and its Executive Committee) for a fast-paced, hands-on summit designed for entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and small business owners (under 50 employees).

When & Where
Friday, February 21, 2025 • 9:00 AM–3:30 PM ET
Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) — campus details will be emailed to registrants.

• A 90-Day Growth & Sustainability Action Plan you can start immediately
• Capital pathway guidance (CDFIs/banks/grants/revenue-based options)
• Procurement readiness steps (capability statement, NAICS, certifications, portals)
• Sustainability quick wins that cut costs (utility rebates, operations, packaging)
• On-site office hours with lenders, supplier-diversity reps, and advisors
• New connections at the Resource & Capital Fair

Entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and small business owners (<50 employees) across Greater Baltimore who want practical tools to grow revenue, reduce costs, and win contracts—responsibly and sustainably.

• 9:00–9:15 Welcome & Opening
• 9:15–9:35 Kickoff Talk: Grow → Scale → Sustain
• 9:35–10:10 Panel: Capital & Cost-Saving for Small Business
• 10:15–11:00 Breakout Workshops (pick 1)
• 11:05–11:45 Breakout Workshops (pick 1)
• 11:45–12:25 Lunch + Resource & Capital Fair
• 12:30–1:20 Office Hours (15-min consults)
• 1:25–1:55 Founder Fireside
• 2:00–3:00 Extended Office Hours + Resource & Capital Fair
• 3:00–3:30 Action Commitments, Raffle & Networking

SBA District Office • SBDC • SCORE • Women’s Business Center • CDFIs & community banks • Anchor institutions (hospitals, universities, public agencies) • Utility efficiency programs • Local chambers & business associations.

• General Admission (attendee)
• Exhibitor / Resource Partner (limited tables)
• Sponsor RSVP (for confirmed sponsors)
• Optional Donation (support scholarships & accessibility)

Accessibility: ADA-compliant venue, live captions, and large-print materials available. Request additional accommodations at checkout.

Questions or group registrations?
Email cHJlc2lkZW50IHwgcmFuZG5hYWNwICEgb3Jn (Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B).

Hosted by: Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B — President Dr. Tekemia Dorsey and the Executive Committee.

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