Madison County Office Hours
Madison County Office Hours
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
300 Preston Avenue, Suite 205, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Our hours are 9:00 - 5:00 EST Virtual meetings only until further notice
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
Our March session will feature three entrepreneurs who are building companies at the intersection of technology and human health. In a discussion led by Rick Hamilton, we'll hear about their […]
Week 5: Marketing, Sales, and Your Brand Curious about navigating online sales and marketing vs. traditional methods? Do you want to explore how to best launch a new product or […]
Do you have a business idea? Are you an early stage business and could use a boost? Entrepreneurs who start with a solid foundation of research, planning, and organization are […]
Week 1: Launch Program Start-up or existing companies in Village of Lovingston Take our class to make the most of your developing business. In this interactive webinar you will learn […]
Week 6: Planning for Success Do you have a “living” business plan that supports your operations, works well for you, and that you can share with others? Have you looked […]
Do you own a small business and are interested in contracting with the federal government? Did you know that government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses in historically underutilized […]
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
Have you considered starting a business but don't know where to start? Do you want to create a rough draft of a potential business plan? REGISTER ONLINE event via Zoom […]
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
Week 2: Starting Your Business Thinking about starting a small business? Have you started…but maybe missed some critical information? This workshop is for you! We review the steps for a […]
Are you interested in writing bid requests? Are you searching for information in the process of bid creation and submission? REGISTER ONLINE event via Zoom Many bid requests are written […]
Week 7: Money and Recordkeeping In this interactive webinar we will share sources of capital, establishing credit, and tips for success in record keeping and cash flow management. We help […]
Protect your small business from the threats of cybersecurity. REGISTER ONLINE event via Zoom Even Small Businesses can be targeted! Learn how to protect yours from Cyber Threats. A confirmation […]
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
Get inspired Meet fellow entrepreneurs Share lessons learned c-e2 is a casual gathering of learning for entrepreneurs at all stages of venture creation. Get inspired, meet fellow entrepreneurs, share lessons […]
Week 3: Understanding Your Customers and Market Is your business concept the right idea, at the right time for your industry? Are the features attractive to customers and do they […]
Todd Mitchell owner of Cybersecurity4biz, LLC will walk you through 6 things you can do from your desk, right now, for FREE, to improve your cybersecurity posture for your business, […]
Already feel like you have a handle on your monthly tasks within QuickBooks Online and now looking to get more out of your use? In this course, we’ll explore added functions of QuickBooks, such as - receipt management, recurring transactions, tags, classes and locations, advanced reporting, payroll, and much more! As this is a highly […]
Topic: WOSB and EDWOSB Certification The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services, 5% of that spend is allocated for Woman Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Businesses (WOSB/EDWOSB). This is a huge opportunity for small woman owned firms, who qualify, to grow their business and become part of the […]
Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and local leaders to discuss resources for Cville businesses! This event will feature, and is in collaboration with, the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center, Charlottesville Business Innovation Council, Venture Central, and CvilleBioHub. These organizations are motivated to help build a better future for Central Virginia […]
Topic: Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Updated for 2023 Does your business need a mobile app? In this bootcamp you will learn if your small business will benefit from having a mobile app, and the steps to successfully deploy and market your app on the app stores. Areas covered include: Market Research App Scoping Finding a Developer […]
The 10th Annual Crowdfunded Pitch Night showcases 10 aspiring entrepreneurs to the Charlottesville community, who will vote with their dollars. Flash pitches will share the contestant's vision with the community and inspire the crowd to action! The evening will conclude with a round of crowd voting -- YOU get to be involved! -- in support […]
Virginia early-stage innovative entrepreneurs: Charlottesville Angel Network (CAN) and Virginia Small Business Development Center (VSBDC) have joined forces to help you polish your pitch presentation. APPLY for May 4 Event. - Deadline to apply April 24, midnight
Week 4: BET 2, Pricing, Costs, and Launch Preparation Program Get clear up front on your business costs, how to establish prices and project profitability, considering the value proposition of […]
This seminar is being offered in a hybrid format. You can choose to attend virtually via Zoom or attend in person at 1125 Emancipation Hwy, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. […]
This event -- a twist on the region's favorite tech-focused happy hour, CBIC Tech On Tap -- is open to anyone interested in connecting with the tech business ecosystem and […]
C3: Culpeper County Conference Business Breakouts The Culpeper County Conference (C3) is designed to help your business market to customers, operate more efficiently, and grow. This half-day conference will be […]
Week 8: Pitch Preparation Pitch for $15,000 in prizes! Start-up or existing companies in Charlottesville and Albemarle Take our prep class to make the most of your pitch. In this […]
Take a break from your workday to gather for lunch, renew personal connections, and fire up your energy! Lead. Inspire. Venture. Engage. The Chamber is excited to bring you Spring […]
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome
With distribution tightening, many alcohol producers are looking to direct-to-consumer sales as a high-margin strategy for driving profits. But there’s a limit to the volume achievable via the tasting room. That’s why it’s important to build and grow effective membership clubs – they extend DTC sales beyond the TR and create strong customer bonds. In […]