Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Agenda
4:45pm- Registration Opens
5:00-5:45pm- Register, Taste and Explore
5:45-6:00pm- Opening Remarks
6:00-6:55pm- Session One
6:55-7:00pm- Break
7:00-8:00pm- Session Two
5:00-5:45pm- Register, Taste and Explore
5:45-6:00pm- Opening Remarks
6:00-6:55pm- Session One
6:55-7:00pm- Break
7:00-8:00pm- Session Two
Session One Options (6:00-6:55)
- Stop Guessing With Money: How Owners Become Confident Financial Leaders
- The 6 Reasons Most Small Businesses Stay Stuck
- Incubator Insider: Unlock Your Business Potential
Session Two Options (7-8pm)
- Build Your Financial Foundation: Systems Every New Owner Should Master
- Intellectual Property Basics for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
Session One Descriptions:
Stop Guessing With Money: How Owners Become Confident Financial Leaders: Any owner could benefit from this presentation, but it's for owners who are already profitable and want to move from a reactive state to a real strategic financial leader. I give common areas that keep owners reactive and strategies on how to create a solution to them.
The 6 Reasons Most Small Businesses Stay Stuck: Is your business working harder than ever — but still not growing the way you hoped? You're not alone, and the problem probably isn't what you think.
In this workshop, business coach Mac Caldwell reveals the six hidden reasons most small businesses stall, and how to break through them. You'll walk away with a clear diagnosis of what's holding your business back and a concrete path forward. No pitch. No fluff. Just clarity.
Incubator Insider: Unlock Your Business Potential: Get an exclusive look at how the Hagerstown Community College Business Incubator supports entrepreneurs and small business owners. During this interactive session, you'll learn about our programs, resources, and success stories. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, discover how we can help you grow and thrive.
Session Two Descriptions:
Build Your Financial Foundation: Systems Every New Owner Should Master: Running a business is exciting — but without the right financial systems, growth can quickly turn stressful. This hands‑on workshop gives new and early‑stage entrepreneurs the essential tools to build a strong financial foundation from day one. We’ll walk through the key systems every owner should have in place, including how to set up simple bookkeeping practices, create and manage invoices, track expenses, prepare for taxes, and price your products or services with confidence. You’ll also learn how to conduct a CEO‑level financial review to monitor your business’s health and make informed decisions. Whether you’re just getting started or finally ready to get organized, this session will help you replace guesswork with clarity, structure, and confidence — so you can spend less time stressing about numbers and more time building the business you love.
Intellectual Property Basics for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: Understanding how to protect your ideas is essential to building and growing a successful business. This introductory session provides entrepreneurs and small business owners with a clear overview of intellectual property: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Participants will learn what each type of protection covers, how they differ, and when a business might need one or more of them. We’ll also walk through common IP pitfalls, how to avoid accidental infringement, and practical steps for identifying which assets in your business may be eligible for protection. Whether you’re developing a product, creating content, or building a brand, this workshop will give you the foundational knowledge needed to safeguard your business’s most valuable ideas.