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SUMMARY:Intro to Selling to Virginia - Pt1
DESCRIPTION:Do you run a small business and want to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? \nThis session will provide a high level overview of the Commonwealth’s purchasing process\, including purchasing policies that affect how buyers use the eVA system to “shop” and the eVA tools used by our buying community. You’ll also get a guided tour of the eVA website as we discuss the publicly accessible tools & resources every business should know about if they’re interested in selling to Virginia. And if you’re not already an eVA registered Vendor\, you’ll learn how to get signed-up\, as well as where to go for help at any time! \nREGISTER\n  \n \nPresented by: Ramain Gohar\, Business Service Manager\, Virginia SBSD \n  \n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/intro-to-selling-to-virginia-pt1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Contracting,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220602T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220602T140000
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SUMMARY:Pitch Preview
DESCRIPTION: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.\nCAN and VSBDC are offering four pitch practice opportunities in 2022\, with accredited angel investors in attendance. There is no cost to participate and presenter(s) will leave with actionable feedback from these angel investors. \nThree applicants will be selected for each Pitch Preview event\, held the first Thursday of the selected months\, between 12:00-2:00 pm. Attendees commit to thirty minute time slots consisting of: 5 minutes to join and meet angels\, 15 minutes to pitch\, and 10 minutes for feedback. Events will either be held virtually over Zoom or in person\, hosted by Central Virginia SBDC in Charlottesville\, VA. \n**This is not an application for funding or a formal presentation to request investment.** \nFor more detailed qualification information and to apply\, please read\, and if eligible\, submit an application for consideration in the program. If you aren’t sure if you are ready or if you should apply\, emailcontact@cvsbdc.orgto complete a request for counseling form for a confidential meeting. \n\nApply for Pitch Preview\, June 2\n\nRemaining Pitch Preview Events in 2022 can be found here \n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/pitch-preview-7/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220606T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095942
CREATED:20220512T002843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T002843Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Monday: Marketing & Social Media NOW
DESCRIPTION:Interested in boosting your business online and nailing your digital communications plan?\nJoin us during your lunch and learn how to build (or rebuild) your online strategy. \nIn 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.\nREGISTER\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email from centeric@clients.virginiasbdc.org\, our automated system. This email will contain the ZOOM LINK to join the workshop.  If you cannot find the email\, please check your spam folder. \n\nInstructor: Greg Dorazio\, Central VA Small Business Development Center Assistant Director.  Mr. Dorazio specializes in Communications Strategy\, Content Marketing\, and Optimized Workflow for Storytelling.  Greg has more than 15 years of experience in journalism\, public relations\, and small business communications. This presentation will help you better understand how to communicate with your customer and create a presence that efficiently builds audience over time.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/marketing-monday-marketing-social-media-now-3/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220607T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095942
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T202525Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing to the Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to add to your business’ portfolio and bottom line through a federal government contract but are struggling to make inroads?\nJoin us and learn marketing strategies and tips to increase your chances of success.\nThe Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services\, 23% of that spend is allocated for small business. This is a huge opportunity for small firms to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting. Before entering into this arena you must first know how to market yourself to government. This presentation will help you prepare your firm to get noticed by government and prime buyers by developing a proper marketing plan and strategy. \nIn this session you will learn: \n\nSteps to take to be where you can be found by buyers\nPreparing a winning capability statement\nOrganize your website\, business cards and marketing materials\nPrepare a marketing plan to attract buyers\n\nREGISTER\n\n\nJoin Lisa Wood\, Director of the Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, for this informative presentation – a “must” for those who are considering the Federal Government contracting market and want to learn how to prepare for/navigate this huge potential market.  The class offers tips and tricks on how to win Federal business.\nLisa is the Statewide Director of the Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) hosted by George Mason University. Prior to that\, she served as the Statewide Director with the Connecticut and Ohio PTAC programs and was also Director for the Northwest Commission PTAC in Pennsylvania. Before joining the PTAC community\, Lisa was a Procurement Specialist for Bechtel Plant Machinery\, Inc. in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. In this role\, Wood performed contract administration and negotiation duties. She also recommended bidders\, handled issue inquiries\, negotiated bids\, performed cost and price analysis\, and prepared comprehensive letters to justify recommended contract actions.  Ms. Wood holds an MBA from the University of New Haven and a BSBA through Robert Morris University of Pittsburgh where she is also pursuing her PhD in Instructional Management and Leadership. \nREGISTER\n  \nHybrid Event: This event is being offered both in person at the CV SBDC office (300 Preston Ave) and online via Zoom. After registering\, please email events@cvsbdc.org if you would like to attend in person. In person seats are limited – reserve yours today!\nCohosted by Venture Central and Charlottesville Business Innovation Council (CBIC) \n  
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/marketing-to-the-federal-government-2/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)\, 300 Preston Ave\, Suite 201\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contracting,Hybrid event - online/in person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220607T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220607T150000
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about starting a small business?\nHave you started…but maybe missed some critical information?\nThis workshop is for you!\nREGISTER\n  \nYou 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 your spam if you do not receive this email. \n\nWe review the steps for a successful start\, the registrations and regulations\, and the components of sound business planning\, including financial projections. \nFollow-up appointments are then available with SBDC\, SCORE\, and/or CIC business advisors to focus on your concept development\, business profile\, and/or business plans\, including financial projections. \nBrought to you jointly by: \nCentral Virginia SBDC     \n           Central Virginia SCORE     \n&            Community Investment Collaborative     \n\nThis virtual workshop is hosted by Central Virginia SBDC via Zoom. \nThere is a $5 admin/processing fee to attend this workshop.  If you cancel less than 48 hours before the workshop\, the fee is non-refundable.  If you cancel prior to the 48 hour deadline\, you can use this fee as a credit toward attending another workshop.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/starting-your-business-37/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online event,Starting a Business
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220608T120000
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CREATED:20220506T001353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T001353Z
UID:10004-1654682400-1654689600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Lead Generation with eVA - Pt2
DESCRIPTION:Do you run a small business and want to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? \nThis advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website\, including the Report & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell\, determine prices being paid for goods/services\, identify who’s getting business (is it you or your competition). We’ll also walk through the Virginia Business Opportunities public posting page – featuring collaboration tools like B2B Connect & VIBE – as we discuss how & when eVA builds a lead list for you and why rating your leads is important. \nREGISTER\n  \n \nPresented by: Ramain Gohar\, Business Service Manager\, Virginia SBSD \n  \n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/lead-generation-with-eva-pt2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Contracting,Online event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220609T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220509T185825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T185825Z
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SUMMARY:Hiring Employees
DESCRIPTION:Founder’s Series Optional Session\nLooking for guidance around hiring employees? Learn from the experts!\n\nAre you unsure if you should hire employees or contractors?\nDo you need help understanding the logistics of hiring and how to protect your business from common human resource mistakes?\n\nIn this interactive webinar you will learn how to avoid common human resource mistakes\, gain access to tools and checklists\, and become familiar with our regional and state resources to help you succeed in hiring.  \nREGISTER\n  \nPresented with Virginia Career Works and Network2Work @PVCC \n  \n*More information on the Founder’s Series and Entrepreneurship certificate can be found here.*
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/hiring-employees/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Online event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220614T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220614T093000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
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SUMMARY:Louisa County – Business Boost
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an hour and meet other businesses in Louisa County. We’ll have coffee & light morning refreshments available during the 15-minute mingle session. Next\, we’ll proceed to the introduction sessions to include: \n1. Get connected with your Chamber members and community \n2. Gain a Business Boost via the partnership with the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center \n3. Maximize your visibility with the Chamber \nMore Info/Register
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/louisa-county-business-boost/
LOCATION:Louisa Chamber Office\, 111 W Main Street\, Louisa\, VA\, 23093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louisa Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@louisachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220616T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220603T003006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T003006Z
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SUMMARY:Funding for Later-Stage Startups
DESCRIPTION:Please join ICAP\, along with our Charlottesville Co-Host CvilleBioHub and Norfolk Co-Host 757 Accelerate\, as our Life Science Mentor Philippe Sommer discusses fundraising for Seed Stage Startups and beyond. \nLocation – In-person options in Charlottesville and Norfolk\, as well as attending via Zoom \nRegister
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/funding-for-later-stage-startups/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)\, 300 Preston Ave\, Suite 201\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Hybrid event - online/in person
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ORGANIZER;CN="ICAP":MAILTO:jgreen45@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220621T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220621T100000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220505T181521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T181521Z
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SUMMARY:Charlottesville Entrepreneurs and Espresso (ce-2)
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired \nMeet fellow entrepreneurs\nShare lessons learned\nc-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.\n3RD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH\n8:00 A.M.\nLocation: CODE Building – Irving Theater \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/charlottesville-entrepreneurs-and-espresso-ce-2-10/
LOCATION:CODE Building – Irving Theater\, 225 W Water St\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220623T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220427T193851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T193851Z
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about starting a small business?\nHave you started…but maybe missed some critical information?\nThis workshop is for you!\nREGISTER\n  \nYou 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 your spam if you do not receive this email. \n\nWe review the steps for a successful start\, the registrations and regulations\, and the components of sound business planning\, including financial projections. \nFollow-up appointments are then available with SBDC\, SCORE\, and/or CIC business advisors to focus on your concept development\, business profile\, and/or business plans\, including financial projections. \nBrought to you jointly by: \nCentral Virginia SBDC     \n           Central Virginia SCORE     \n&            Community Investment Collaborative     \n\nThis virtual workshop is hosted by Central Virginia SBDC via Zoom. \nThere is a $5 admin/processing fee to attend this workshop.  If you cancel less than 48 hours before the workshop\, the fee is non-refundable.  If you cancel prior to the 48 hour deadline\, you can use this fee as a credit toward attending another workshop.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/starting-your-business-38/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online event,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220627T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220503T201043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T201043Z
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SUMMARY:CIC Workshop Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:Take your business to the next level! This hands-on course enables entrepreneurs to determine whether their business is viable\, develop an initial plan for launching or growing their business\, and learn the fundamentals of how to act on that plan. \nWhat can I expect? Weekly 3-hour Tuesday evening sessions. 16 weeks of high-energy engaging discussions centered around your business. Excellent networking opportunities with your entrepreneur peers and leaders of the business community. A combination of lectures\, discussions\, and applied learning activities that can include an additional 10-12 hours per week consulting with professionals and potential customers. By graduation\, you will have developed the components of a comprehensive business plan and consulted with financial advisors on personal finance. \n  \nYou don’t know what you don’t know! In entrepreneurship\, there is SO much to know! Pricing\, sales\, marketing\, bookkeeping\, taxes – the list goes on and on. Maybe you’ve tried doing it all alone. Maybe you’ve watched way too many YouTube videos. Maybe you’ve tried to become an expert in all things entrepreneurship but you’re feeling lost and overwhelmed. The reason it’s not working is that you can’t be an expert in everything. That’s why you got into entrepreneurship in the first place – because you’re passionate about your business + craft (and likely not as passionate about taxes\, bookkeeping\, and sales). If you’re tired of doing it all alone and want support\, our Entrepreneur Workshop is a perfect fit for you. We’ll spend 16 weeks together developing an initial plan for launching or growing your business and learning the fundamentals of how to act on that plan. Applications are now open!! The deadline to apply is June 27\, 2022!\n \nLearn more about the Entrepreneur Workshop\nCIC Entrepreneur Workshop Application
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/cic-workshop-applications-due/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Community Investment Collaborative (CIC)":MAILTO:INFO@CICVILLE.ORG
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220629T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220629T113000
DTSTAMP:20260413T095943
CREATED:20220510T173804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T201013Z
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SUMMARY:Selling to the Commonwealth:  SWaM Certification
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small\, women-owned\, or minority-owned business who wants to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? \nSmall business owners who are looking to participate in Virginia’s specialized procurement and contracting opportunities are encouraged to become SWaM certified. The SWaM certification is a vehicle to promote economic growth of Virginia’s businesses. \nBecoming SWaM certified is just the first step in doing business with the Commonwealth. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nThe SWaM Certification process\nRequired documents needed to apply\nHow to use the certification to do business with the Commonwealth (intro to eVA\, Virginia’s Online Procurement Portal).\n\nREGISTER\n  \n \nJoin speaker Ramain Gohar\, Business Service Manager (Central-West Virginia)\, Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity\, and learn how and why to become SWaM (Small\, Woman-Owned\, and/or Minority-Owned Business) Certified to gain advantage when seeking state or local government contracts. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email from centeric@clients.virginiasbdc.org\, our automated system. This email will contain the ZOOM LINK to join the workshop.  If you cannot find the email\, please check your spam folder. \n  \nCohosted by Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce Minority Business Alliance
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/selling-to-the-commonwealth-swam-certification-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Contracting,Online event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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