About this Event
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.
What you’ll get
- 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
Who should attend
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.
Program at a glance
- 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
Featured partners (invited)
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.
Tickets & add-ons
- 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 [email protected] (Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B).
Hosted by: Randallstown NAACP Branch #7032-B — President Dr. Tekemia Dorsey and the Executive Committee.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
CCBC Randallstown Extension Center, 3637 Offutt Road, Randallstown, United States
USD 28.52
