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SUMMARY:Simple Business Plan Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Create a Basic Plan for Your Small Business\nAll businesses need a plan to succeed.\nYour plan drives critical decisions and actions that determine whether you succeed or fail. Identifying your core customers\, important activities and key resources can make sure you’re focusing your business on profitability and growth \nUnfortunately\, the business planning process can be confusing and complicated. The format of a traditional business plan can be long\, lengthy and intimidating to write. Knowing what information is critical to include and knowing where to get that information can result in a plan that isn’t helpful or ends up on the shelf ignored. \nIn this two-session class we will take a fresh look at how to create a plan that works for your small business. One that is less confusing\, gives you the ability to make important decisions\, and helps you figure out how to determine what information you really need before you execute the plan. SBDC Manager Eric Byrd will walk you through building your own simple business plan using The Business Model Canvas and other tools so you can easily chart a course for success. \nIn the first session (part one) you will identify the 5 Elements of Your Plan and define the structure of your business concept. This is the foundation of your plan and of your business once you open your doors at launch time. Also in the first session (part one)\, you will discover how to identify your core Customer Segments and Value Proposition to map out what you need to know to turn your idea into an actual operational business. Between the sessions you will do research and gather information about your key customers and value proposition to include in your basic plan. In the second session (part two) you will learn how to use your value proposition information to map out your business model and identify ways to confirm your concept using the data gathering and validation techniques. Also in the second session\, you will be exposed to the three core Business Finance concepts you will need to understand to turn your idea into a functioning business. Throughout the process you will be able to ask questions and identify the specific information you need to have to create the right plan for your specific business. \nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd\, Manager\, Loudoun SBDC \nFee: $0 No Cost \nTwo Sessions:\n(Part 1) Thursday\, April 3rd\, 2025  10:00am – 12:00pm\n(Part 2) Thursday\, April 10th\, 2025  10:00am – 12:00pm\nNOTE: Registration closes 24 hours before start of first class. \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/simple-business-plan-bootcamp-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
ORGANIZER;CN="Loudoun SBDC":MAILTO:help@masonsbdc.org
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \nThis will be a virtual class with two parts:\nPart 1: Online video lessons you will watch on your own as soon as you are registered (link will be provided after you register).\nPart 2: A live\, online\, virtual Q & A session on Tuesday\, March 18th at 10:30am via Zoom.\nNOTE: Registration closes 24 hours before the Q&A session \n\nUpon registration you will be given access to the video lessons. You will be able to watch them whenever you wish. The class will “meet” via zoom video session (or you can join by telephone) on the day of class to discuss the material and to answer any questions you may have. \n\nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/starting-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Loudoun SBDC":MAILTO:help@masonsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Competes Launch Program
DESCRIPTION:Culpeper Competes\nTo inspire economic development and job creation in Culpeper\, the Town of Culpeper is proud to present Culpeper Competes in partnership with the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center. Culpeper Competes is designed to encourage and develop an entrepreneurial spirit through business development education and mentorships to guide participants through the process of launching or growing their business. \nWeek 1: Launch Program \nJoin the teams from CV SBDC\, Town of Culpeper\, and Virginia Tourism to learn more about the program and opportunities available for participants. \nIn person at The Culpeper Economic Development Center (803 S Main St\, Culpeper) \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-competes-launch-program-2/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event,Starting a Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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SUMMARY:Preparing your Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Learning Objective \nPlease join Senior Business Counselor\, and Adjunct GMU Professor George Siragusa\, as he guides you through a step-by-step process of building a business briefing that is invaluable to startups\, early stage companies\, growth\, or even mature businesses!  During this NO-COST webinar you will: \n\nbecome aware of at least 5 scenarios in the life of a business when your business briefing may be needed and how they may be used in each case\nobtain a checklist containing 5 distinct “filters” or tests\, ensuring you have taken the necessary and critical Lean Foundational Steps prior to starting the development of your business briefing\nsee how an actionable framework\, containing 5 basic “themes”\, is used to test the critical business hypothesis in the marketplace needed  during the “Lean Discovery Phase” of your journey\, giving you deep insights and answers which will improve the effectiveness of your business briefing\nobtain an actionable\, easy to use\, step-by-step outline that forms the basis of a “StoryBoard”\, the precursor to the full briefing\, and the step that “jumpstarts” the process\nreceive a file with an actual local business briefing used in an attempt to raise capital\, complete with speaker notes and explained section by section along with perspectives\, “do’s and don’ts”\,  all intended to guide your business briefing development\nAND… hear answers to many of your business briefing questions in real time!\n\nTHERE IS NO COST to ATTEND; but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \n\nSpeaker: George Siragusa – Senior Business Advisor\, Mason SBDC\, Adjunct Professor\, George Mason University teaching Entrepreneurship for Engineers at the School of Engineering\, and Senior Mentor for 3 area Startup Venture Accelerators \nCo-sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Prince William County Department of Economic Development and Tourism & Prince William Chamber of Commerce \nCancellation Policy: Contact the Center regarding cancellation earlier than 24 business hours prior to event. Kindly email – help@masonsbdc.org (preferred) or call 703-261-4105 to notify the team. \nSpecial Instruction: This live webinar will be presented via Zoom. Webinar access details (Zoom invitation) will be provided after registration. \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/preparing-your-pitch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mason SBDC":MAILTO:help@masonsbdc.org
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about starting a small business?\nHave you already started and realize you may have missed a few things?\nThis workshop is for you!\nWe’ll cover the essential steps to launch your business successfully\, including registrations\, regulations\, and the key elements of effective business planning—such as financial projections. The workshop will be held online via Zoom\, and you’ll receive a link to join a day or two before the event. \nAfter the workshop\, you can schedule follow-up appointments with business advisors from SBDC\, SCORE\, or CIC. These sessions will help you refine your business concept\, develop a business profile\, and create or improve your business plan\, including financial projections. \nIn-person at the Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 S. Main Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701 or \nVIRTUAL event via Zoom \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/starting-your-business-45/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T170000
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SUMMARY:BET Session 1: Planning and Operating for Success
DESCRIPTION:Business Essentials Training Session 1: Planning and Operating for Success\n\nDo you have a “living” business plan that supports your vision\, operations\, works well for you\, and that you can share with others?\nHave you explored your business model for blind spots?\nHave you tapped into tools and resources to maximize your profits?\n\nIn this session\, you will explore various business planning models and operational resources\, helping you choose the right tools for your needs. The goal of this BET session is to select a business model planning method that enables you to effectively communicate your vision while building or assessing your business plan to ensure your company’s health and security. \nIn-person at the Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 S. Main Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701 or \nVIRTUAL event via Zoom \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/bet-session-1-planning-and-operating-for-success/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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