Three-Part Business Startup Webinar Series: Part 1    These no-charge webinars are free and open to all.

First Steps of Starting Your Own Business
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 p.m. 
Online Webinar

Speaker:
Nick Rudolph, Baltimore Regional Director – Maryland Capital Enterprises

In this session, participants will learn about:

• The pros and cons of small business ownership
• The skills and resources needed to get started
• State of Maryland requirements for starting a business
• Why good credit is important
• Why a business plan is needed

Ready to explore what it really takes to start your own business? Join Maryland Capital Enterprises for the first session in a practical three-part webinar series designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs build a strong foundation.

This first class is tailored for those who are thinking about starting a business and want to better understand what small business ownership involves. Participants will gain an overview of the advantages and challenges of entrepreneurship, the skills and resources needed to get started, Maryland’s business requirements, the importance of credit, and why a business plan matters.

This class is part one of a three-part series. Upcoming sessions include:

Part 2: How to Write a Business Plan & Project Cash Flow
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Part 3: Let’s Talk Funding with MCE
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Please note: Attendees must register for each class individually in order to receive the webinar link for each session. Classes are listed at: https://marylandcapital.org/education/