Join us and learn how to create and/or better manage your WordPress website! REGISTER Are you looking for a simple, yet effective website to use for your business?  WordPress might be a good option!  In this workshop, we'll cover "the basics" on creating and updating a WordPress site, including: User management Page creation and editing […]

Interested in boosting your business online and nailing your digital communications plan? Join us during your lunch and learn how to build (or rebuild) your online strategy. In this virtual workshop, participants will learn about creating a strategy for web, email, and social media, and the tips and tools to make this plan more efficient. REGISTER […]

Central Virginia SBDC Counselor available for one-on-one appointments in  Nelson and Orange Counties to assist with your specific business needs! Counseling sessions are By Appointment Only and are available from 8am-5pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email contact@cvsbdc.org or call 434-295-8198 to reserve your spot. For now appointments are all virtual via zoom. Nelson […]

Orange County Businesses: Are you ready to boost your business online and nail your digital communication plan? Attend this Online Customer Engagement workshop to get help building (or rebuilding) your online marketing strategy. In this workshop, participants will learn about creating a strategy for web, email, and social media, and the tips and tools to […]

Join us and learn how to create and/or better manage your WordPress website! REGISTER Are you looking for a simple, yet effective website to use for your business?  WordPress might be a good option!  In this workshop, we'll cover "the basics" on creating and updating a WordPress site, including: User management Page creation and editing […]

To help provide a level playing field for all businesses, the federal government limits competition - or sets aside - a certain percentage of contracts for (1) small businesses and (2) businesses in certain socio-economic or other categories.  These “small business set-asides” help qualified businesses to compete for and win contracts. To compete for "set […]

An FBI presenter will focus on the following topics and answer questions from participants: Being able to freely and safely communicate with employees, customers and suppliers is essential in today’s marketplace. Email is a convenient and necessary tool for small business owners to reach their intended audience. Unfortunately, it is also vulnerable to compromise and […]

Central Virginia SBDC Counselor Greg McFetridge is available for one-on-one appointments in Greene County to assist with your specific business needs! Counseling sessions are By Appointment Only and are available from 8am - 4:30pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email contact@cvsbdc.org or call 434-295-8198 to reserve your spot. For now, appointments are virtual via […]

  Thinking about starting a small business? Have you started...but maybe missed some critical information? This workshop is for you! REGISTER We review the steps for a successful start, the registrations and regulations, and the components of sound business planning, including financial projections. Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC, SCORE, and/or CIC business advisors […]

An FBI presenter will focus on the following topics and answer questions from participants: The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed our daily lives. It has also proven to be a fertile breeding ground for both criminals and con artists. The scams they employ run from simple to sophisticated and can cause irreparable damage to both […]

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 learned, and become a part of Charlottesville’s vibrant and growing entrepreneurial ecosystem. RSVP *Please RSVP online in advance and we will send you a link […]

Meet four Fluvanna successful business owners; learn how they did it and how they continue to thrive. You'll hear from Hope Lawrence (Hudson Henry Granola) Erika Mitchell (Sweet Art Emporium) Robert Kenward (Fluvanna Sports Photography) and Delores Hubert-Christmas (DJ's Unique Services). Get your questions ready! REGISTER Information on joining the meeting will be sent to […]

An FBI presenter will focus on the following topics and answer questions from participants: The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Forces are our nation’s front line of defense against both domestic and international terrorism. They are highly-trained, locally-based investigators, analysts, linguists and other specialists from dozens of U.S. law enforcement and intelligence agencies. This seminar provides […]

The pandemic has changed customer expectations and behaviors. Some of these changes may be temporary, while others may be here to stay. In this session, participants will learn more about broad trends in consumer behavior and will hear directly from business owners who are navigating these trends. Attendees will also have time to identify potential […]

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 2021, with accredited angel investors in attendance. There is no cost to participate and presenter(s) will leave with actionable feedback […]

Thinking about starting a small business? Have you started...but maybe missed some critical information? This workshop is for you! REGISTER You will receive an email from events@cvsbdc.org a day or two before the workshop with the link to join, handouts and the presentation.  Please check you spam if you do not receive this email. We […]