MCE Women’s Business Center Announces No-Charge November Webinars for 
Entrepreneurs

SALISBURY, Md. — Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center (MCE WBC) will 
offer six no-charge webinars in November 2026 to help aspiring and established entrepreneurs 
explore business ownership, develop additional income, access resources and strengthen their 
financial foundation. All sessions are online and open to everyone. Advance registration is required 
to receive the webinar links.

Wednesday, November 4 | Noon–1 p.m.
First Steps of Starting Your Own Business
Nick Rudolph, Baltimore Regional Director for Maryland Capital Enterprises, will introduce the 
fundamentals of business ownership, including the advantages and challenges, skills and resources 
needed, Maryland startup requirements, the importance of good credit and the purpose of a business 
plan.
Tuesday, November 10 | Noon–1 p.m.
Turning Your Hobby into a Side Hustle
Discover how to turn something you enjoy into an income opportunity. Jim Peterson, Vice 
President and Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, will share practical tips and best 
practices for developing a hobby into a money-making side hustle during this live, interactive 
session.
Thursday, November 12 | Noon–1 p.m.
Resources for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
Military veterans and military spouses who own a business or are considering starting one can learn 
about resources to support their next steps. Presented by the SBA Baltimore District Office and 
hosted by the Baltimore Metropolitan and MCE Women’s Business Centers, this webinar will cover 
no-charge counseling and mentoring, financing programs and government contracting assistance. 
Everyone is welcome.

Tuesday, November 17 | Noon–1 p.m.
Turning Your Side Hustle Into a Business
Ready to explore making your side hustle a full-time business? Jim Peterson, Vice President and 
Small Business Ambassador for M&T Bank, returns for a live, interactive webinar focused on 
taking that next step.

Wednesday, November 18 | Noon–1 p.m.
Business Plan & Cash Flow Projections
Nick Rudolph, Baltimore Regional Director for Maryland Capital Enterprises, will explain the 
basics of writing a business plan and developing cash flow projections. Participants will learn why 
both are important, how to begin creating them and how they work together when applying for 
business funding.

Wednesday, November 18 | 6–7 p.m.
Credit Repair Tools & Strategies
Lyndsae Peele, CEO of Kingdom Vision Consulting, will share practical tools for improving and 
maintaining healthy credit. Topics include credit fundamentals, step-by-step improvement strategies 
and habits that support a stronger credit profile. Participants will explore how healthy credit can 
help create access to financing, business growth and long-term wealth-building opportunities.

Registration
For complete class details and to register, visit 
http://www.WomensBusinessCenterAtMarylandCapitalEnterprises.org and click “Workshops.” All 
webinars are offered at no charge.

About Maryland Capital Enterprises and the Women’s Business Center
Maryland Capital Enterprises is a nonprofit organization that helps entrepreneurs launch and expand 
businesses through lending, training and business assistance. Its Women’s Business Center provides 
no-charge training, counseling and resources to help aspiring and established business owners move 
forward with confidence. Although the center specializes in supporting women entrepreneurs, its 
programs and services are open to everyone.
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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 
ltwilley@marylandcapital.org. Grant #SBAHQ20W0003.