BRC Bulletin

Volume 5, Issue 14, July 31, 2006

NWBC 13-Week Training, NCRC McMillan Solicitation, CNHED Green Building Competition, DCCC and UK Networking Reception, Upcoming Business Classes

1. National Women's Business Center Announces 13-Week Startup Program
2. NCRC McMillan Sand Filtration Plant Solicitation Released
3. CNHED Green Building Competition: Winner Earns an Integrated Design Charrette
4. DC Chamber of Commerce and UK Trade & Investment Host Networking Reception
5. Upcoming Classes on the BRC Website

1. National Women's Business Center Announces 13-Week Startup Program

National Women's Business Center (NWBC) announces its next series of 13 classes for entrepreneurs. Up and Running is created to educate and inform the new or prospective business owner. Participants will receive essential business know-how through this comprehensive course taught by successful business owners or small business professionals. These instructors will help participants identify pitfalls common to new businesses, thereby minimizing risks and maximizing chances of success. Class members are also guided by NWBC staff members who are able to provide further resources to understanding business ownership issues above and beyond the course.

The series begins Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at 6 pm.

Visit NWBC.

2. NCRC McMillan Sand Filtration Plant Solicitation Released

National Capital Revitalization Corporation (NCRC) has announced the release of their public solicitation for a land development partner for the 25-acre McMillan Sand Filtration Plant.

The solicitation, which is available online, describes NCRC's search for an accomplished land development team who will conduct land-use planning and analysis to determine development feasibility. The site, which once served as the District's water purification system, will require detailed studies for stabilization.

Redevelopment of the site will be challenging-the site contains 2,100 manholes, 20 deteriorating, un-reinforced concrete filter cells, twenty above-ground storage bins and four regulator houses. NCRC is seeking a team with extensive land development experience. Open space, mixed income housing, retail and commercial developments are all possible development options.

This solicitation includes a mandate for LSDBE equity participation and procurement opportunities, a policy which NCRC will maintain throughout all phases of the development project. NCRC also anticipates associated capacity building initiatives for local, small businesses.

If you have any questions about the solicitation or the development, please call (202) 467-1065 or contact via email.

Visit NCRC.

3. CNHED Green Building Competition: Winner Earns an Integrated Design Charrette

The Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED), GreenHOME, and Enterprise Community Partners invites developers to enter their next affordable housing development into a green building competition. The winner will be the recipient of an integrated design charrette on September 26, 2006, free of charge.

Register with CNHED by August 7, 2006, by contacting Maribeth DeLorenzo at (202) 745-0902 or via email.

Visit CNHED.

4. DC Chamber of Commerce and UK Trade & Investment Host Networking Reception

DC Chamber of Commerce (DCCC) and UK Trade & Investment will co-host a Business Networking Reception at the British Embassy.

Date: Thursday, August 24, 2006, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm

Location: The British Embassy Rotunda, 3100 Massachusetts Avenue, NW

For more information, visit DCCC.

5. Upcoming Classes on the BRC Website

Tuesday, August 1, 2006
1 pm Licensing and Tax Office Hours for Businesses, Representatives from DCRA and OTR hold office hours for small businesses

Wednesday, August 2, 2006
6 pm Accounting and Financial Management Part 2: Simple Start
6 pm Using Franchising, Licensing and Intellectual Property to Grow Your Business
6 pm Accepting Credit Cards: Learn How to Save Money

Thursday, August 3, 2006
1 pm LSDBE Application Process Office Hours, Find out if you're eligible for LSDBE certification
1 pm How to Write a Business Plan, Learn how to convert your ideas

Monday, August 7, 2006
6 pm 14th & U Main Street Alliance Monday Mixer, Monthly gathering of business owners, residents and community leaders

Tuesday, August 8, 2006
6 pm Limited Liability Companies, An in-depth look at one of the most popular business forms

Wednesday, August 9, 2006
6 pm Nonprofit Fundraising, Cosponsored by SEU Center for Entrepreneurship
6 pm Introduction to Business Ownership, Find out how to avoid common pitfalls

Monday, August 14, 2006
7 pm Dynamic Presentations That Sell

Tuesday, August 15, 2006
5 pm Learn How to Repair Your Credit Yourself
6 pm Office of Consumer Protection Neighborhood Workshop, DCRA educates and empowers DC residents in the fight against fraud

Wednesday, August16, 2006
6 pm Business Legal Structure and Taxes

Thursday, August 17, 2006
9 am Writing a Winning Business Plan, Learn to write a plan to start a business or obtain a bank loan.

To find out more about these classes, visit the BRC.

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