GRCDO's BUSINESS NETWORKING SERIES
Helping local businesses become more resilient, connected, and positioned for growth
The GRCDO Business Networking Series is a professional development and networking initiative that brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, community partners, and public sector leaders to strengthen small businesses and support economic growth along the Liberty Road Corridor.
2026 sessions
This year’s four-part series, Building Resilient Businesses, explores practical strategies for strengthening operations, improving financial resilience, adapting to changing customer behavior, and building partnerships that support long-term success.
Building Financial Resilience
Funding & Cash Flow
Is Your Business Capital-Ready?For small businesses, access to capital can be challenging when costs are rising and economic conditions are changing. This moderated panel discussion will help business owners and nonprofit leaders understand funding options, strengthen cash flow, and prepare for conversations with lenders and funders.
You’ll learn how to:Navigate today’s funding landscape and understand your financing options.Know what lenders and funders look for when evaluating businesses and organizations.Strengthen cash flow and take practical steps toward becoming capital-ready.
Panelists:Rennard Brown, Startup Business Acceleration Team of Baltimore County Dept. of Economic and Workforce DevelopmentDonovan Murphy, Owner, 7 Baltimore metro area Island Quizine restaurantsOlga Sukhenko, Bilingual Branch Manager, M&T Bank
Moderator:Nigel-Ray Garcia, Social Impact Leader & Strategist in Community Development, Impact Investing & Economic Mobility
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | Noon–2 p.m.Baltimore County Public Library, Randallstown Branch8604 Liberty Road, Randallstown, MD 21133
Advance registration is required.
For questions about the event, please email communications@grcdo.org.
About GRCDO'S Business Networking Series
Hosted by the Greater Randallstown Community Development Organization (GRCDO) with support from Baltimore County, the series combines practical business education, expert guidance, meaningful networking opportunities, and access to valuable resources that help entrepreneurs navigate today’s challenges and prepare for future growth.
As one of GRCDO’s economic development initiatives, the Business Networking Series helps strengthen the corridor by fostering collaboration, supporting local businesses, and creating opportunities for long-term growth.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
BuildING Market Resilience
Driving Sales: Adapting to Changing Customer Behavior
Explore practical strategies to attract customers, increase revenue, and adapt to changing market trends.
Thursday, October 1, 2026More details and registration information coming soon.
BuildING community Resilience
Building Partnerships & Growing Your Business on the Corridor
Learn how collaboration and community partnerships can help strengthen and grow your business.
Thursday, October 22, 2026More details and registration information coming soon.
past events July 30, 2026 - Building Operational Resilience
“Stabilizing Your Business in a Changing Economy” was presented by Donte Lewis, Principal of Vine Technology Solutions. The virtual session focused on strengthening operations, streamlining processes, and learning practical strategies to build resilience in today’s changing economy.
PArTICIPANT PERKS
CONNECT
Build relationships with fellow entrepreneurs, community partners, and resource providers.
LEARN
Gain practical strategies and insights from experienced business leaders and industry experts.
GROW
Strengthen your business through new ideas, resources, and strategic partnerships.