January, 2026 - SBDC Statewide Training Webinars

 
 

The Maryland SBDC wishes you a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year, 2026!

Storytelling That Sells: How to Win Customers’ Hearts (and Wallets) 

Kat Hozik, Business Development Associate

Devaney & Associates, Inc.

When: Jan. 6, 2026

Time: 11am-12pm

Winning That Government Contracting Award Series (Four Sessions)

Ali Paskun, ABIL Solutions





When: Jan. 6, 8, 13 and 15, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:30am

AI Cybersecurity-Intro Awareness Training 2026 

Chris May, Advantage Technology



When: Jan. 7, 2026

Time: 10:30-11:30am

Hire Your First AI Employee 

Diacre Bayishime, Public Speaking | AI Training | Strategic Growth | Certified GrowthWheel Advisor

When: Jan. 7, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

How to Pivot in Tough Times With Your Business 

Cassandra Ferguson, CEO; Elevation Global Media Group, LLC

When: Jan. 8, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:00am

The Business Deal Playbook: How to Buy or Sell with Confidence

Richard Bock; FranNet


When: Jan. 12, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:15pm

What’s Changing in 2026? Tax Law Updates Every Maryland Business Owner Must Know 

Bev Stitely; Saunders Tax & Accounting

When: Jan. 14, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:15am

The Book Of Business: How To Gain Financial Clarity As A Business Owner

Anthony Darand; AD Bookkeeping Solutions LLC


When: Jan. 14, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

VIDEO Rules! Video and OTT For Your Business Digital Marketing 

Dave Barnhart; Manning Media


When: Jan. 15, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:00am

Swipe Smart: The Credit Game Explained for Business Owners 

Stacey Smith, Vice President

Workplace Banking Relationship Manager; Fulton Bank


When: Jan. 20, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Choosing The Right Legal Structure For Your Business 

Cindy Sentelle, CPA MST

President, Sentelle Corporate Solutions, LLC

When: Jan. 20, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:00am

Jump Start Your Business

Various Presenters

Three-Day Series

When: Jan. 20-22, 2026

Time: 4:00-6:00pm

Keys to Business Success: Funding & Financial Management

David Earle; Atlantic Capital


When: Jan. 21, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:00am



 Navigating Federal Contracts - Overview of Solicitations, Awards, and Contract Administration 

Dreux Johnson; Owlox Consulting

When: Jan. 21, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Managing Business Contracts 101 

Matt Johnston; Johnston Law Group LLC


When: Jan. 22, 2026

Time: 10:00-11:15am


AI-Powered Success: Boost Profits, Cut Costs & Streamline Your Small Business 

Antonio Guerrero; Systematic Business Marketing


When: Jan. 22, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:15pm



A Roadmap to Your Professional Web Presence 

Theresa Stacy-Ryan; President, tmsr Design Delivery, LLC


When: Jan. 26, 2026

Time: 11am-12:15pm



Networking For Success

Thomas Ellis; President, EWC Consultants













When: Jan. 26, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm


Be Bankable: The Truth About Building Business Credit While Reducing Personal Risk

Geoff Suval, President & Managing Director

Xceleran Business Funding Solutions, Inc.

When: Jan. 27, 2026

Time: 11am-12:00pm



The Resilient Business Series: Protect, Adapt, & Evolve to Grow Profits 

Erin Pelicano Cauble; Founder | The Venture Project; Business Resilience Strategist








When: Jan. 27, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm



Finding High-Value SAM.gov Opportunities with Digital Employees

Marvin Harris; Compound Leverage




When: Jan. 28, 2026

Time: 11am-12:00pm


New Year, New Message: Plan Your Marketing for 2026 

Pieter Bickford; HighRock




When: Jan. 28, 2026

Time: 1:00-2:00pm



Open Learning Online Library

*Open Learning Online Library


Interested in opening a business and/or making sure you are on the right track? Access three online, on-demand trainings that will get you started:

-Ready, Set, Go! Are You Ready To Start A Business

-Developing A Business Plan

-Smart Start Your Business



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