300 Preston Avenue, Suite 201, Charlottesville, VA 22902
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What does it take to be a successful franchise owner in Virginia? Whether you are interested in operating a full-time business, being a semi-absentee investor, or having a highly profitable summer business, learn what to look for in a franchise, which franchises do well (and don’t do well) in our region, and state and local […] |
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Topic: Government Contracting Promotional Video HERE Overview of This Live Webinar The following essential steps for government contracting will be covered: The government customer Readiness to be a government contractor Marketing to the customer Government jargon Steps to get started Small business set-asides Targeting the government customer What the buyer wants to know What should go […]
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How do you generate the "right" price for your service-based business? We'll go over basics of budgeting for your small business first, since that's the foundation of making service-pricing decisions. Then we'll talk through the process of figuring out your prices for your services -- both hourly rate models and package models. REGISTER […]
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Topic: Business Basics Create a Basic Plan for Your Small Business All businesses need a plan to succeed. Your 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 Unfortunately, the business […]
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Grab your lunch and join us the first Thursday of each month to learn more about SBA programs and network with other small business owners. Topic: Service Disable Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) The federal government aims to award at least 3% of all federal contracting dollars to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) each year. […]
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The speaker, Randy Sparks, Jr., will address basic human resource topics that all business owners should be familiar with. It is more important than ever to stay in compliance with Virginia and federal labor regulations. To ensure that your business is compliant, please join us for "Understanding Employment Regulations." Topics Covered: What information can I […]
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Topic: Start-up Assistance Promotional Video HERE Webinar Learning Objective Please 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: become aware of at least 5 scenarios in […]
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Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event, Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness, Intermediate Level, Introductory Level, Marketing/Sales, Orientation, Basic Training, Introductory Topics, Proposal Preparation / Response, Set Aside Certifications and Designations, Woman-owned Businesses Description: This program creates significant contract opportunities for women entrepreneurs. The program is designed […] |
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Topic: Business Basics This four-hour workshop covers the development of the business plan and financial forecasting of the business plan. Please be prepared to begin working on your business plan during the class. We will start by opening a Microsoft Word or Google Doc for you to add information to as we proceed through the […]
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Topic: Marketing and Sales Updated for 2024 Businesses need to understand the basics of digital marketing now more than ever, because digital marketing creates growth. Learn about the basics of digital marketing, including: Social Media Email Marketing Paid Ads SEO Affiliate Marketing How to use analytics to measure your success A confirmation email with the […]
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Topic: 8(a) The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services, 5% of that spend is allocated for Small Disadvantaged(8(A) firms. This is a huge opportunity for small firms, who qualify, to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting through set-aside opportunities. In this presentation […]
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Topic: Government Contracting Each year, the State buys goods and services totaling more than $7 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that! This webinar is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local […]
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To effectively regulate alcohol manufacturers, State and Federal agencies assign producers into discrete categories and apply different provisions to each group. However, given the variety of bev-alc companies operating today, it’s not always clear what compliance looks like for all producers. In this webinar, regulatory expert Kevin Anderson will provide insights into the evolving world of compliance […]
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A helpful cybersecurity guide for small business owners! In today's digital landscape, small businesses face an increasing number of cybersecurity threats. Navigating cybersecurity compliance can be daunting, especially for those with limited resources and expertise. This comprehensive guide provides small business owners with practical insights and actionable steps to effectively manage cybersecurity risks and ensure […]
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A 2024 National Small Business Week Virtual Summit Webinar About the event Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic, but knowing how to use it may seem out-of-reach for your small business. This National Small Business Week Virtual Summit webinar will explain the basics of AI and how the technology can help keep your business […]
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Promotional Video HERE During this live webinar (Zoom), attendees will learn: Financing Basics – Types of Financing Funding Sources & Financing Programs Common Misconceptions of Small Business Financing Bank Financing Basics Preparing for Financing Strategies for your Bank Presentation And Much More! REGISTER Speaker: Timm Johnson - Director & Senior Business Counselor, Mason SBDC Co-sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Prince William […]
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This one-hour webinar is designed for small business owners to learn more about credit card optimization, including reducing fees on credit cards and gifts cards. Learning Outcomes: Choosing a Processor - What to look for when picking a company to process credit cards. Visa/MC Interchange - Find out how the processors get charged and how […]
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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. CAN and VSBDC are offering four pitch practice opportunities in 2024, with accredited angel investors in attendance. There is no cost to participate and presenter(s) will leave with actionable feedback […]
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Grab your lunch and join us the first Thursday of each month to learn more about SBA programs and network with other small business owners. Topic: Crowdfunding Are traditional funding sources not a fit for your business? Consider crowdfunding. Join us as we discuss how crowdfunding works, why it may work for you, and tips […]
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