300 Preston Avenue, Suite 201, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Our hours are 9:00 - 5:00
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. What can I expect? Weekly 3-hour Tuesday evening sessions. 16 weeks of high-energy engaging discussions […]
Are you a small, women-owned, or minority-owned business who wants to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? Small 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. Becoming SWaM certified […]
Capability Statements are a critical tool for competing in and remaining successful at the very competitive government contracting marketplace. The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods […]
Join Virginia SBDC on their Facebook Page (@VASBDC) for a 4 part cyber awareness livestream series! When you plan to overhaul your cybersecurity infrastructure, it’s important to keep the weakest link in mind: the people in your organization. Conduct security awareness training programs that establish a culture of cybersecurity awareness. RSVP for the Facebook Live […]
Join us and learn how to create and/or better manage your WordPress website! 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 Image […]
Join us for a one-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: 1. Get connected with your Chamber members and community 2. Gain a Business Boost via the partnership with the Central Virginia […]
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 your spam if you do not receive this email. […]
Join Virginia SBDC on their Facebook Page (@VASBDC) for a 4 part cyber awareness livestream series! We will discuss the latest trends and threats in Cybersecurity RSVP for the Facebook Live Meet the Expert: Quiana Gainey is a 20+ year IT & Cybersecurity industry veteran and has served as Chief Executive Officer for SecureTech360 located […]
Is crowdfunding right for your small business? With the growing popularity of crowdfunding for early-stage startups, it is important to stay on top of what works, what doesn't work, and how to best set yourself up for success. Learn about the mechanics and strategy for success as well as hearing from a founder who is […]
Presented by Virginia SBDC Inclusivity Ambassador, Dr. Hope Murphy. This 45-minute informal information session will help you to get the most out of SBDC RESOURCES, programs, and networks in support of your small business. As the largest small business support program in the country, the SBDC offers the services that small business owners need to succeed such […]
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. 3RD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 8:00 A.M. Location: CODE Building - Irving Theater […]
Join Virginia SBDC on their Facebook Page (@VASBDC) for a 4 part cyber awareness livestream series! All businesses are different and face diverse cyber risks. It is critical to understand the risks in the form of financial losses, reputation damage or more. RSVP for the Facebook Live Meet the Expert: Quiana Gainey is a 20+ […]
Founder's Series Session 1 Is your business concept the right idea, at the right time for your industry? Are the features attractive to customers and do they care enough to change current habits? Is your addressable market big enough to generate adequate revenue for a successful business? Our research tools can help you decide. Have […]
In this webinar Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert, Quiana Gainey, covers how to build a step-by-step program to help improve cyber resiliency. The webinar will help you build a strong cybersecurity program for your small business by creating effective security policies using Posture. Joined by special guest speaker William McBorrough. William J McBorrough is co-Founder […]
Join Virginia SBDC on their Facebook Page (@VASBDC) for a 4 part cyber awareness livestream series! Getting ahead of the game by putting in place physical security best practices. RSVP for the Facebook Live Meet the Expert: Quiana Gainey is a 20+ year IT & Cybersecurity industry veteran and has served as Chief Executive Officer […]
Founder's Series Session 2 Get clear up front on your business costs, how to establish prices and project profitability, considering the value proposition of your product or service. Are your costs and profit margins designed to reach industry norms? Is your pricing strategy appropriate to engage and retain customers? Will this business make enough to […]
Chances are you've heard of the phrase "data-based decision-making," but what does it mean for alcohol producers growing their distribution? In this webinar, Virginia SBDC Craft Beverage Assistance Manager Chris Van […]
Learn the ins and outs of Facebook Ads Do you feel like you're wasting money on Facebook Ads? Well if you're just boosting posts you're not leveraging the full potential within Facebook Ads Manager. In this class presenter Molly Bossardt will share her formula for success with Facebook. Molly will teach how to build ad […]
If you are considering the Federal Marketplace for your business, your first steps are to complete your registration in both the System of Award Management (SAM) and the Dynamic Small […]
Founder's Series Session 3 Curious about navigating online sales and marketing vs. traditional methods? Do you want to explore how to best launch a new product or service? Could you use help building the value of your brand and how to communicate how your business is better or different? In this workshop, we talk about […]
