Small Business Marketing Strategies and Event Activation

About This Workshop

Are you a small business owner who has been sitting out events because you think you don’t have the space, the budget, or the time? This workshop is for you.

Learn how to promote your business on a budget AND make every event a real growth opportunity. From getting found online to building buzz before you arrive, walk away with simple, affordable strategies you can use the same week.

What You Will Learn:

• How to get your business found in AI platforms and search tools
• How to partner with “activation influencers” and neighboring businesses to host events without needing your own space
• How to turn events into real business growth through email capture, repeat customers, and community buzz
• Simple strategies you can implement the same week

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: The Mark, U Street, Washington, D.C.
• Format: In-person, hands-on workshop
• Cost: Free

Who Should Attend:

• Small business owners located in or near the U Street Main Street corridor
• Entrepreneurs looking to grow their customer base through community events and partnerships
• Business owners who want practical, actionable marketing strategies they can implement right away

This workshop is part of the District Bridges Small Business Workshop Series, a program designed to help DC small business owners grow, connect, and thrive in their communities.

Spots are limited. Register now to secure your seat.