Join us for CBP’s Connect + Capital: Where Vision Meets Opportunity, a fresh and upbeat summer networking mixer designed to bring together local entrepreneurs, funders, and small business champions from across Northern Virginia and the D.C. metro area. This dynamic gathering is all about sparking new relationships, sharing valuable resources, and unlocking opportunities that fuel small business success. Whether you’re a founder with … Read More
Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs_Jul 30
ATTENDANCE: Hybrid (virtual or in-person) Micro-Financing is a powerful and practical tool to help launch or grow your micro-enterprise. When traditional financing methods like bank loans aren’t accessible, microloans can offer the capital you need to move forward. Whether you’re starting a new business, operating as a solopreneur, or running a small business that doesn’t qualify for conventional funding, this … Read More
Preparing for Funding – Jul 28
VIRTUAL ONLY_ATTENDANCE Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it? This training session will … Read More
Preparing for Funding – Jul 8
VIRTUAL ONLY_ATTENDANCE Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it? This training session will … Read More
CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast – Aug 1
Tell it. Sell it. The Importance of Storytelling ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Friday, August 1, 2025 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Great Networking Opportunity! PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2pm We look forward to having you join us at our upcoming First Friday Networking Breakfast! Dress Code: Business Casual ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DONATE TO CBP We need your help to … Read More
Freedom Fund 3K Walkathon
Join us as we walk to raise funds and awareness for the Freedom Bank Foundation’s NOVA Freedom Fund, supporting underserved and underrepresented entrepreneurs and small business owners across the DMV. This fun, family-friendly event is all about fueling dreams, empowering local businesses, and building a more inclusive regional economy. REGISTER TODAY
Networking Mixer – Connect + Capital: Where Vision Meets Opportunity
Join us for CBP’s Connect + Capital: Where Vision Meets Opportunity, a fresh and upbeat summer networking mixer designed to bring together local entrepreneurs, funders, and small business champions from across Northern Virginia and the D.C. metro area. This dynamic gathering is all about sparking new relationships, sharing valuable resources, and unlocking opportunities that fuel small business success. Whether you’re a founder with … Read More
CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast – Jun 6
Great Networking Opportunity! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Friday, June 6, 2025 8:00am – 9:30am ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 6/5/2025 at 3pm We look forward to having you join us at our upcoming First Friday Networking Breakfast! Dress Code: Business Casual ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DONATE TO CBP We need your help to support even more small business owners! DONATE HERE Co-Sponsor(s): CBP’s Business Finance … Read More
Grants vs. Loans – What’s Right for You?_Jun 18
Not all funding is created equal. Do you know which option best fits your business needs? This training is designed to help startups, solopreneurs, and small business owners understand the key differences between grants and loans—and how to determine which is right for your business stage and goals. In this session, you’ll learn: The pros and cons of business grants … Read More
Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs
VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE ONLY Micro-Financing is a powerful and practical tool to help launch or grow your micro-enterprise. When traditional financing methods like bank loans aren’t accessible, microloans can offer the capital you need to move forward. Whether you’re starting a new business, operating as a solopreneur, or running a small business that doesn’t qualify for conventional funding, this training will … Read More