Women's Business Center

Savvy Sage Helping Clients Reconnect With Their Inner Wisdom CLIENT SPOTLIGHT  |  RACHEL F. BURWELL  |  MYSTIC STRATEGIST Sometimes even successful, accomplished people reach a point when something feels missing. They may feel disconnected from themselves, uncertain about their direction or unable to identify the next step forward. Savvy Sage, founded by Rachel F. Burwell, helps clients explore those questions, reconnect with their inner wisdom and create meaningful change in their lives. Through BuRa, LLC, Burwell works as a “Mystic Strategist,” drawing upon her professional background in education and counseling as well as her training in alternative and complementary practices…. Learn More

NATIONAL WOMEN’S SMALL BUSINESS MONTH Celebrating the Women Who Build Business – and Community An October message from the Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center Every October, National Women’s Small Business Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate the women whose ideas, determination and leadership strengthen our economy and enrich our communities. From neighborhood shops and professional services to manufacturers, technology firms and home-based enterprises, women entrepreneurs are creating jobs, solving problems and opening doors for those who will follow. Their impact is substantial. The U.S. Census Bureau reported in 2025 that women owned 14 million U.S. businesses, generating $2.5… Learn More

MCE WOMEN’S BUSINESS CENTER  |  OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER Florence Price Composing Her Own Path to Success A pioneering American composer offers lasting lessons in originality, resourcefulness and believing in the value of your own voice. October is National Women’s Small Business Month, a time to celebrate women who turn their talent, determination and vision into something meaningful. Although Florence Price built her career in music rather than business, her remarkable life offers enduring lessons for every woman pursuing an entrepreneurial dream. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1887, Florence Beatrice Smith Price showed extraordinary musical ability from childhood. She gave… Learn More

Building a business can be exciting, rewarding—and sometimes a little lonely. Fortunately, women entrepreneurs do not have to navigate the journey alone. From inspiring founder stories to educational programs and valuable business connections, these online resources can help you find fresh ideas, practical support and renewed motivation. Women Who Own It Meet inspiring female founders and hear candid conversations about the opportunities, challenges and lessons that come with entrepreneurship. The site also features the Women Who Own It podcast, created for women entrepreneurs and those who support them. Explore Women Who Own It Women’s Business Enterprise National Council WBENC provides… Learn More

Bringing Compassionate, Mobile Healthcare to Maryland’s Eastern Shore When Sara Noyes Aquino founded Atlantic Portable X-Ray in 2021, she wasn’t simply launching a new business—she was solving a problem that many families across the Eastern Shore were experiencing firsthand. As the first and only portable X-ray provider based on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Atlantic Portable X-Ray delivers state-of-the-art digital imaging directly to patients where they are most comfortable—at home, in nursing facilities, hospice centers, physician offices, sports venues, and other healthcare settings. Serving Worcester, Wicomico, Somerset, Dorchester, and Sussex counties, the company provides same-day dispatch, an average two-hour turnaround for results,… Learn More

Celebrate America’s 250th—and Celebrate Your Small Business! Owning a business takes vision, courage, and determination. As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the U.S. Small Business Administration is inviting entrepreneurs across the country to sign the Freedom 250 Small Business Pledge. By signing, eligible small business owners will receive an official SBA Freedom 250 Certificate recognizing their commitment to free enterprise, their local community, and the entrepreneurial spirit that has helped shape America. It only takes a few minutes to complete. At Maryland Capital Enterprises, we’re proud to support the entrepreneurs who strengthen our communities every day. Whether you’re… Learn More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 17, 2026 Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center Announces Free July 2026 Business Training Series SALISBURY, MD — The Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women’s Business Center (WBC) invites entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and aspiring business owners to participate in its July 2026 lineup of free educational programs designed to help individuals launch, grow, and strengthen their organizations. The series includes both online webinars and an in-person networking and professional development event. From community engagement and media exposure to annual reporting and business startup fundamentals, July’s training schedule offers practical tools and expert guidance for businesses and… Learn More

Cyber threats and technology issues aren’t just problems for large corporations anymore — they’re impacting small businesses across the Shore. In this month’s Community Spotlight, learn about an upcoming Building Momentum session featuring Allison Shellhamer of BDK, Inc., who will share practical, easy-to-understand strategies to help protect your business, your team, and your bottom line. COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT • BUILDING MOMENTUM Protecting What You’ve Built — No IT Degree Required Building Momentum • Wednesday, June 10, 2026 • 8:00 – 9:15 AM • Pohanka Lewis Steele Conference Room, 112 West Gordy Road, Salisbury, MD   Cyber threats, downed systems, and ransomware… Learn More

Presented by Shawna Kearsley of Pohanka Pro+ Fleet Solutions Running a business often means moving fast—managing jobs, overseeing teams, handling customers, and keeping daily operations on track. But when you’re focused on day-to-day demands, hidden inefficiencies can quietly chip away at your profits. This May, Shawna Kearsley of Pohanka Pro+ Fleet Solutions is offering free 30-minute ROI strategy sessions designed to help business owners identify where money may be slipping through the cracks—and what can be done about it. What Can You Expect? In a focused, no-cost conversation, Shawna will review your current systems and operational expenses to help uncover… Learn More

🌿 Stepping into Your Value: Embrace Self-Awareness, and Expand into New Possibilities There comes a moment—sometimes quietly, sometimes all at once—when a woman realizes she has been holding back. Not because she lacks talent. Not because she lacks intelligence. But because somewhere along the way, she learned to question her own value. For many women, especially those building businesses or leading in their careers, this shows up in subtle but powerful ways: underpricing services, overcommitting time, hesitating to speak up, or waiting until everything feels “perfect” before taking the next step. The truth is, playing small rarely feels like a… Learn More