Founder’s Series Session 4 Do you have a “living” business plan that supports your operations, works well for you, and that you can share with others? Have you looked at all 20 components of your business model to avoid blind spots? In this interactive webinar you will learn several business planning models so you can choose […]
Are you interested in Federal Government Contracting? Join us and learn strategies and tips for securing government business. REGISTER ONLINE event via Zoom Join Latasha Brooks, with over 10 years […]
Our February panel will discuss the founder/funder relationship, how to build it, and why it's about more than money. Refreshments served! Access to capital should be the floor, not the ceiling, for entrepreneurs getting VC funding. But what constitutes a good founder/VC fit? This month's panel discussion will be a deep dive on the founder/funder […]
Week 1: Launch Program Join the teams from CV SBDC, Charlottesville, and Albemarle to learn more about the program and opportunities available for participants. HYBRID event In person for cohort participants […]
Does your organization need help filling workforce and skills gaps? Join us for the first “Coffee + Conversation” event put on by representatives from the UVA Career Center, Virginia Career […]
To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome Join us for How to Become and In-Demand Brand presented by Amy Hager at noon!
When you have messaging that truly connects and converts, you will see an increase in more people who are ready to buy from you shortly after they experience you, WITHOUT […]
Founder’s Series Session 5 In this interactive webinar we will share sources of capital, establishing credit, and tips for success in record keeping and cash flow management. We help you with tips and tricks in recordkeeping, as well as accounting language, giving you tools to help you sleep at night knowing you are: making money can […]
Week 2: Starting Your Business Thinking about starting a small business? Have you started…but maybe missed some critical information? This workshop is for you! We review the steps for a […]
Join us for an hour to meet other members in an intimate setting at the Chamber office. We'll share details about the INFO HUB and keeping your membership account up to date. 1. Get connected with your Chamber members and community 2. Gain a Business Boost via the partnership with the Central Virginia Small Business […]
Do you run a small business and want to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? This 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 […]
Week 3: Understanding Your Customers and Market Is your business concept the right idea, at the right time for your industry? Are the features attractive to customers and do they […]
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 […]
The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services, 5% of that spend is allocated for Small Business and 10% for Small Disadvantaged Business. This is a huge opportunity for firms, who qualify, to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting through Federal, State and […]
Week 4: Pricing, Costs, and Launch Preparation Get clear up front on your business costs, how to establish prices and project profitability, considering the value proposition of your product or […]
Not sure where to get money for your business? Wondering about grants, angel investors, banks, non-bank lenders? It doesn't matter if you're brand new to business or if you've been in […]
Our March session will feature three entrepreneurs who are building companies at the intersection of technology and human health. In a discussion led by Rick Hamilton, we'll hear about their innovations, and also discuss the impact of changing technology on healthcare, the rise of digital therapeutics, and how AI is precipitating a great leap forward […]
Week 5: Marketing, Sales, and Your Brand Curious about navigating online sales and marketing vs. traditional methods? Do you want to explore how to best launch a new product or […]