February 2026


Inside Scoop

Bringing You the Latest Tools to Help Your Business

Even in the midst of snowstorms,

entrepreneurship doesn't stop.

Friends,


As the community weathers this week's blizzard, we're reminded just how resilient small businesses truly are. Snow-covered sidewalks and slow foot traffic may pause the pace, but they also create space to reflect, reset, and reimagine what's next.


That is exactly what our Creative Workshop Series and Small Business Assistance programs can do. Our workshop is designed to spark fresh ideas, and our individual small business assistance can help provide practical tools and mindset support.



Our individual small business assistance is available at our Orleans office, on Zoom, and during Regional Office Hours in Harwich and Provincetown. Let’s connect to explore your goals, challenges, and opportunities.


Do you need a loan or line of credit for the coming year? CDP staff can help you apply for a loan from a bank or through the CDP microloan program.


Finish the month with creativity, confidence, and clarity. Register for these upcoming workshops or schedule an appointment to set yourself up for success.


Stay safe, stay warm, and let's keep building together.


Pam

 

Creative Development Series

The Towns of Provincetown & Orleans


Elevate your creative practice. Over the course of 12 weeks, CPD and Provincetown Commons will offer 6 Free Courses in Provincetown and Orleans!


You can still register for upcoming courses.


Both workshops' series topics stem from the result of a community survey that asked what needs folks want to focus on this year. Participants will hear from artists and creative workers.


All courses are free and offered in a hybrid format on Provincetown dates from 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Registration is recommended.

Provincetown Commons


Feb 24 - TBD - (rescheduling due to storm) Marketing and Social Media for Artists - Building a Dynamic Online Presence

Mike Ackerman


Mar 10 - Creating a Website + Online Store Chris Perry


Mar 24 - Framing Your Artwork

Stephen Wells


Apr 7 - Pricing Your Work

Mike Carroll & Sian Robertson

Snow Library, Orleans


Mar 3 - Marketing and Social Media for Artists - Building a Dynamic Online Presence

Mike Ackerman


Mar 17 - Creating a Website + Online Store Chris Perry


Mar 31 - Framing Your Artwork

Stephen Wells



Apr 14 - Pricing Your Work

Mike Carroll & Sian Robertson

Celebrating Black History Month

Eight Funding & Business Assistance Resources for Black Entrepreneurs


Finding funding and business assistance can be challenging and Small Business Majority's Voice of Main Street survey found that 61% of Black small business owners reported difficulty accessing financing, identifying it as a major financial challenge.


To read more about grants and resources, click here.

Small Business Assistance

CDP is ready to support small business owners.


Thanks to grants and donations, the CDP provides free small business services including:


  • Business Plan Development
  • Financial Planning, Cash Flow Projections, and QuickBooks Assistance
  • Record Keeping
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Exit Planning - Succession Planning
  • Accountability Partner


Upcoming Regional Office Hours:


  • 3/5 The 204 in Harwich-9 a.m. -Noon
  • 3/24 Provincetown Commons-Noon-4 p.m.


To schedule an appointment, visit the CDP Business Events page or book an appointment.

Upcoming Workshops


General Business Workshops and Information


3/3/2026 Simple Steps for Starting Your Business - Basics

3/11/2026 Building Your Banking Relationship

3/11/2026 The Price is Right

3/11/2026 Maximizing Your Marketing Impact at Trade Shows & Events

3/12/2026 Leading with Intention in the Workplace

3/14/2026 Rewriting Wealth: A Deep Dive into Mindset & Money Strategy

3/20/2026 How to Create Your Brand & Shape Your Vision for the Future

3/30/26 Marketing Mondays: Spring Clean Your Marketing


 

Community Partner Opportunities

Learn tools to strengthen your leadership style, communicate with intention, and show up with confidence at work.​

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To register: email kimberly@wecancenter.org  or call 508-430-8111.

This full-day immersive experience will completely shift the way you think about, feel about, and use your money. By the end of the day, you’ll have a renewed relationship with money, a personalized Financial Blueprint, and the clarity to start funding your life with intention.

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To register: email kimberly@wecancenter.org  or call 508-430-8111.


 

CDP Referral Program

Recent referral prizes include gift certificates to

Crafting Canines, Crystal Borealis, Beach Cottage Living, and Tula+.

REFER A BUSINESS TODAY! YOU MAY BE FEBRUARY'S LUCKY WINNER!

Additional Business Resources

~ CDP's Small Business Services ~

QuickBooks Help

Do you need a microloan?


Cape Light Compact Small Business Energy Programs

Business Law Consults

 

Partner Appreciation

Thank you to our partners for their incredible support of our programs.

Cape Air

Cape Cod Five Charitable Foundation Trust

Cape Cod Foundation

Eastern Bank Foundation

MassDevelopment Growth Capital Division

Rockland Trust

Santander Bank

Seamen’s Bank

TD Charitable Foundation

USDA Rural Development



 

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