The FY 25 ReFashion Pitch Competition allows businesses to pitch a problem or opportunity in the sustainable fashion market with a viable solution. APPLY NOW!
Residents are encouraged to showcase their local finds by posting their purchases on social media with the hashtag #iBuyDC, inspiring others to shop small and local. More information about the #iBuyDC Challenge, click here!
In celebration of National Entrepreneur Month, DSLBD invites DC-based entrepreneurs to book a one-on-one meeting to explore our programs, connect with local resources, and grow their businesses.
Mayor Muriel Bowser released the Fiscal Year 2024 Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Opportunity Guide, also known as the Green Book, and, for the first time ever, announced a spending goal of $1.2 billion.
The Executive has listened to the small and local business community and has been working hard on strengthening the current CBE Law to weed out non-local CBEs, streamline payments to CBE subcontractors, and increase penalties for bad actors, among other comprehensive changes.
Using the CBE Wizard, you can begin the process of helping your business become a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE).
Enroll today and join a vibrant and creative business community. Made in DC is a DC government certification program operated by DSLBD.
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