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SUMMARY:Foundations for Success: Business 101
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a business idea? Are you an early stage business and could use a boost?\nEntrepreneurs who start with a solid foundation of research\, planning\, and organization are up to 89% more likely to remain in business three years later. \nJoin the Hampton Roads SBDC’s Business 101 seminar to positon your business for longevity and success. We’ll cover: Validating Your Idea • Business Plan Basics • Managing Your Money • Funding Options After Business 101\, follow-up appointments are available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your concept development\, funding and business plans including financial projections. \nRegister
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/foundations-for-success-business-101/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T130000
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SUMMARY:Location Lovingston Launch Program
DESCRIPTION:Week 1: Launch Program\nStart-up or existing companies in Village of Lovingston\nTake our class to make the most of your developing business.\nIn this interactive webinar you will learn tips from the pros and be given access to several resources that can help you develop your business in vacant spaces in the Village of Lovingston. \nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at The Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston or online via Zoom \nRegister\n\n\nAbout Location Lovingston\nNelson County is using state and federal grant funds (Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development) to launch a Community Business Launch program to support business growth in vacant spaces in the village of Lovingston. \nThis is a free business training program designed to provide a base of business fundamentals to individuals looking to start or expand a business in Lovingston. Following the completion of the eight-week program\, selected individuals will be invited to compete for up to $15\,000 in startup grants. \nThe program is open to all entrepreneurs. Nelson County residency is not required and U.S. Citizenship is not required. Nelson County is committed to equal opportunity for all. \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/location-lovingston-launch-program/
LOCATION:Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston\, VA\, 22949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Hybrid event - online/in person,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230405T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230405T170000
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Pitch\, BET 4: Planning for Success
DESCRIPTION:Week 6: Planning for Success\n\nDo you have a “living” business plan that supports your operations\, works well for you\, and that you can share with others?\nHave you looked at all 20 components of your business model to avoid blind spots?\n\nIn this interactive webinar you will learn several business planning models so you can choose the right tool(s) for you. You will also learn about the  quadrants of risk and how to effectively share your business concept for the purposes of planning\, managing\, or pitching your business.  \nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at 300 Preston Ave\, 2nd floor training room\, Charlottesville or online via Zoom \nRegister\nThere is a $10 administrative fee to attend this workshop. Scholarships available – contact events@cvsbdc.org for more information \n\nAbout Piedmont Pitch\nThe City of Charlottesville Office of Economic Development and Albemarle County Economic Development have joined forces to offer educational programming leading to a pitch competition for local small businesses. Entrepreneurs and small business owners in Charlottesville and Albemarle can apply to participate in the 10 week program including 8 training programs (Business Essentials Training) offered by Central Virginia SBDC and work with a business advisor to hone their pitch and develop a solid business plan. Graduates of Piedmont Pitch have the opportunity to pitch for $15\,000 in prize money! \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/piedmont-pitch-planning-for-success/
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,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230329T213926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T214632Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays with the SBA: HUBZone
DESCRIPTION:Do you own a small business and are interested in contracting with the federal government? Did you know that government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses in historically underutilized business zones (HUBZones)?\nREGISTER\nONLINE event via Zoom \n\nGrab your lunch and join us the first Thursday of each month to learn more about SBA programs and network with other small business owners. \nDo you own a small business and are interested in contracting with the federal government? Did you know that government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses in historically underutilized business zones (HUBZones)? It also gives preferential consideration to those businesses in full and open competition. Joining the HUBZone program makes your business eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHUBZone program eligibility\nRequirements for HUBZone certification\nHow being HUBZone certified can help your business\n\nSpeaker(s): Carl Knoblock\, SBA District Director \nCarl Knoblock currently works for the Small Business Administration and prior to becoming District Director\, Knoblock owned a couple of small businesses from manufacturing to service industries. He served as C-Level executive for several innovative startups. Carl started as the district director for Virginia in June 2014. Before arriving in Virginia\, he served as the District Director for the Western Pennsylvania District Office for 8 years. Under his leadership\, his team helped a wide variety of businesses. Carl is very active in mentoring businesses and volunteering in his spare time. He has been an adjunct instructor for several colleges and has served as an advisor to several nonprofit organizations. Carl also served in the U.S. Navy. \nFirst Thursdays with the SBA: HUBZone is presented by\nSBA Virginia  \n& \nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/first-thursdays-with-the-sba-hubzone/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Contracting,Hybrid event - online/in person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230410T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230410T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20221223T003231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T003231Z
UID:11527-1681117200-1681140600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Orange County Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:To sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/orange-county-office-hours-4/
LOCATION:Orange County Economic Development Office\, 109 West Main Street\, Orange\, 22960\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person 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:20230411T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230406T234451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T234804Z
UID:12459-1681200000-1681210800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Coffee + Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Register
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/coffee-conversation-2/
LOCATION:Orange County Airport Conference Room\, 1127 Aviation Way\, Orange\, VA\, 22960\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T093000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
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SUMMARY:Louisa Business Boost
DESCRIPTION: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. \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
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/business-boost-9/
LOCATION:Louisa Chamber Office\, 111 W Main Street\, Louisa\, VA\, 23093\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louisa Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@louisachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230329T215437Z
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UID:12422-1681203600-1681218000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Blue Print Business Plan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered starting a business but don’t know where to start? Do you want to create a rough draft of a potential business plan?\nREGISTER\nONLINE event via Zoom \n\n\nThis 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 workshop. By the end of the workshop you will have completed a rough draft of a portion of the business plan and have clear direction which areas you need to conduct research and add additional information to in order to complete. \nTakeaways: \n\nResearch tools\nBusiness plan components\nBusiness concept\nFinancial plan\nSupporting documents\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Angela Kelley\, UMW SBDC consultant Angela Kelley joined the Small Business Development Center in 2017 as an Early Venture Business Consultant. She created the First Steps to Starting a Business online learning module and works diligently with new businesses to form new business entities\, project monthly cash flows\, and register to sell to state and federal government agencies. Angela has a bachelor’s degree in business management with a focus in marketing from the University of Mary Washington and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington. Prior to working with the SBDC\, Angela started and currently owns and operates a local landscaping company since 2001. \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383. \nFee: $ 30.00 \nBlue Print Business Plan Workshop is presented by\nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/blue-print-business-plan-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230117T012812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T012812Z
UID:11735-1681207200-1681228800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Louisa County Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:To sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/louisa-county-office-hours-3/
LOCATION:Louisa Chamber Office\, 111 W Main Street\, Louisa\, VA\, 23093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person 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:20230411T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230320T222353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T014601Z
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SUMMARY:Location Lovingston Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Week 2: Starting Your Business\nThinking about starting a small business?\nHave you started…but maybe missed some critical information?\nThis workshop is for you!\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. \nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at The Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston or online via Zoom \nRegister\nThere is a $10 administrative fee to attend this workshop. Scholarships available – contact events@cvsbdc.org for more information \n\nAbout Location Lovingston\nNelson County is using state and federal grant funds (Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development) to launch a Community Business Launch program to support business growth in vacant spaces in the village of Lovingston. \nThis is a free business training program designed to provide a base of business fundamentals to individuals looking to start or expand a business in Lovingston. Following the completion of the eight-week program\, selected individuals will be invited to compete for up to $15\,000 in startup grants. \nThe program is open to all entrepreneurs. Nelson County residency is not required and U.S. Citizenship is not required. Nelson County is committed to equal opportunity for all. \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/location-lovingston-starting-your-business-program/
LOCATION:Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston\, VA\, 22949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Hybrid event - online/in person,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230329T221009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T221009Z
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SUMMARY:The RFP: Who? What? When?
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in writing bid requests? Are you searching for information in the process of bid creation and submission?\nREGISTER\nONLINE event via Zoom \n\n\nMany bid requests are written by different people\, with different knowledge and interests\, with no two bid requests exactly the same. To be successful in your bid submission you should follow the organizational priority set by those who manage the evaluation process. This training will outline the bid request structure for major competitive and negotiated procurements to simplify proposal preparation and evaluation for offerors\, contractors\, and contract administrators. Based on the RFP\, you will successfully develop a proposal in accordance with the Government instructions and expectations. \nTraining Objectives: \n• Understand the solicitation and the importance of writing proposals. \n• Identify the foundational sections of a proposal by using them as the organizational building blocks in proposal and templates. \n• Analyze Sections C\,H\, L\, and M of a Request for Proposal (RFP) and identify requirements\, evaluation criteria\, and technical support needed to be compliant \n  \nSpeaker(s): Markino Ross\, the Managing Member of AIA Consulting LLC a Small\, Micro\, Women Owned\, Minority Owned business\, provides Proposal Management Services and Proposal Training to Government contractors. Ms. Ross has 10+ years managing all phases of acquisition from opportunity assessment through proposal preparation and development to post award. She is an APMP member and a Shipley trained proposal professional with extensive experience managing large federal proposals including direct awards\, single and multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles (for the Department of Army\, Department of Defense\, Department of Navy and Department of Transportation); analyzing RFP requirements; identifying discriminators and developing themes; organizing resources; developing and managing schedules; conducting proposal reviews; and facilitating After Action and Lesson Learned Reviews. Ms. Ross has a B.S. in Biology from VCU and a B.S. in Political Science from NCSU. \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \n\nThe RFP: Who? What? When? is presented by\nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/the-rfp-who-what-when/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230215T013656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T001413Z
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Pitch\, BET 5: Money and Recordkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Week 7: Money and Recordkeeping\nIn 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: \n\n\n\nmaking money\ncan pay your bills and\nwill be able to access additional capital when you need it.\n\n\n\nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at 300 Preston Ave\, 2nd floor training room\, Charlottesville or online via Zoom \nRegister\nThere is a $10 administrative fee to attend this workshop. Scholarships available – contact events@cvsbdc.org for more information \n\nAbout Piedmont Pitch\nThe City of Charlottesville Office of Economic Development and Albemarle County Economic Development have joined forces to offer educational programming leading to a pitch competition for local small businesses. Entrepreneurs and small business owners in Charlottesville and Albemarle can apply to participate in the 10 week program including 8 training programs (Business Essentials Training) offered by Central Virginia SBDC and work with a business advisor to hone their pitch and develop a solid business plan. Graduates of Piedmont Pitch have the opportunity to pitch for $15\,000 in prize money! \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/piedmont-pitch-money-and-recordkeeping/
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,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230413T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230329T222250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T222250Z
UID:12429-1681389000-1681392600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:5 Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Business in 2023
DESCRIPTION:Protect your small business from the threats of cybersecurity.\nREGISTER\nONLINE event via Zoom \n\n\n\nEven Small Businesses can be targeted! \nLearn how to protect yours from Cyber Threats. \nA confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration\, please be on the lookout for it.\n\nFee: No Cost \n\n5 Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Business in 2023 is presented by\nVirginia SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/5-cybersecurity-strategies-for-small-business-in-2023/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230417T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230117T015958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T015958Z
UID:11763-1681720200-1681747200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Greene County Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:To sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/greene-county-office-hours-3/
LOCATION:Greene County Visitor’s Center\, 9157 Seminole Trail\, Ruckersville\, VA\, 22968\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person 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:20230418T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20221229T195808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221229T195808Z
UID:11599-1681804800-1681812000@cvsbdc.org
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-2-19/
LOCATION:CODE Building – Irving Theater\, 225 W Water St\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230405T235650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T235650Z
UID:12457-1681819200-1681822800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:6 Simple ways to get Cybersecurity for your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Todd Mitchell owner of Cybersecurity4biz\, LLC will walk you through 6 things you can do from your desk\, right now\, for FREE\, to improve your cybersecurity posture for your business\, office/home\, and self! Key Takeaways: – Improving Network Cybersecurity by configuring your router properly – Improving Computer Cybersecurity by making sure security patches are updated\, firewalls and detection software are configured properly\, user accounts are unique\, passwords are strong\, and attachments open in protected mode. – Learning Cybersecurity Awareness Tips\nRegister\n\n\nCo-Sponsor(s): \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \nFee: No Cost \n  \nSpeaker(s): Todd Mitchell\, Owner of Cybersecurity4biz LLC As a Disabled Veteran-owned small business owner\, Todd Mitchell understands the value of your data. He is retired from the US Navy with over 30 years of experience protecting confidential and secret information using cybersecurity best practices. After receiving his Master’s Degree in Cyber Security Policy\, he was helping friends who owned their own businesses and realized there are no cybersecurity resources available unless you have over 100 employees. Todd decided to make it his mission to help all small businesses and families by designing affordable Cybersecurity solutions customized specifically for Solopreneurs\, Entrepreneurs\, Micro Small Businesses\, and Families. \n\n  \n\nPresented by\nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/6-simple-ways-to-get-cybersecurity-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230320T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T014633Z
UID:12368-1681822800-1681830000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Location Lovingston\, BET 1: Understanding Your Customers and Market
DESCRIPTION:Week 3: Understanding Your Customers and Market\nIs your business concept the right idea\, at the right time for your industry?\nAre the features attractive to customers and do they care enough to change current habits?\n\nIs your addressable market big enough to generate adequate revenue for a successful business? Our research tools can help you decide.\nHave you conducted “customer discovery” for feedback on your offering and to know who will buy and how they will buy?\n\nIn this workshop\, we talk about industry knowledge\, communication with target customers to optimize your product or service offering and honing in on the ideal market(s). \nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at The Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston or online via Zoom \nRegister\nThere is a $10 administrative fee to attend this workshop. Scholarships available – contact events@cvsbdc.org for more information \n\nAbout Location Lovingston\nNelson County is using state and federal grant funds (Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development) to launch a Community Business Launch program to support business growth in vacant spaces in the village of Lovingston. \nThis is a free business training program designed to provide a base of business fundamentals to individuals looking to start or expand a business in Lovingston. Following the completion of the eight-week program\, selected individuals will be invited to compete for up to $15\,000 in startup grants. \nThe program is open to all entrepreneurs. Nelson County residency is not required and U.S. Citizenship is not required. Nelson County is committed to equal opportunity for all. \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/location-lovingston-bet-1-understanding-your-customers-and-market-program/
LOCATION:Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston\, VA\, 22949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Hybrid event - online/in person,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230405T235413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T235413Z
UID:12455-1681905600-1681909200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:GovCon 101: WOSB
DESCRIPTION:Topic: WOSB and EDWOSB Certification \n\nThe Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services\, 5% of that spend is allocated for Woman Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Businesses (WOSB/EDWOSB). This is a huge opportunity for small woman owned firms\, who qualify\, to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting through set-aside opportunities. In this presentation you will learn: \n• Eligibility requirements for WOSB/EDWOSB \n• Understanding the application process \n• Understanding how to prepare before applying \n• Staying Certified\nRegister\n\n\nCo-Sponsor(s): \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \nFee: No Cost \nSpeaker(s): Lisa Wood is the Statewide Director of the Virginia PTAC\, hosted by George Mason University where she is also an Adjunct Professor of Management. 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. \n\n  \n\nPresented by\nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/govcon-101-wosb/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Panel - Entrepreneur Support Network in Charlottesville\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and local leaders to discuss resources for Cville businesses! \n\n\nThis event will feature\, and is in collaboration with\, the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center\, Charlottesville Business Innovation Council\, Venture Central\, and CvilleBioHub. These organizations are motivated to help build a better future for Central Virginia by providing resources\, support\, and education to community members. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n1. Each organization’s mission statement \n2. Resources for the community \n3. Best methods to address the needs of the people of Central Virginia \n\n\nRegister\nPresented by \nUnited States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) \n& \nCentral Virginia SBDC \n \n& \nCharlottesville Business Innovation Council \n \n& \nVenture Central \n& \nCvilleBioHub
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/panel-entrepreneur-support-network-in-charlottesville-va/
LOCATION:Vault Virginia\, 300 East Main Street\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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CREATED:20230417T214717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T214717Z
UID:12583-1681922700-1681926300@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Panel - Entrepreneur Support Network in Charlottesville\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and local leaders to discuss resources for Cville businesses! \n\n\nThis event will feature\, and is in collaboration with\, the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center\, Charlottesville Business Innovation Council\, Venture Central\, and CvilleBioHub. These organizations are motivated to help build a better future for Central Virginia by providing resources\, support\, and education to community members. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n1. Each organization’s mission statement \n2. Resources for the community \n3. Best methods to address the needs of the people of Central Virginia \n\n\nRegister\nPresented by \nUnited States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) \n& \nCentral Virginia SBDC \n \n& \nCharlottesville Business Innovation Council \n \n& \nVenture Central \n& \nCvilleBioHub
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/panel-entrepreneur-support-network-in-charlottesville-va-2/
LOCATION:Vault Virginia\, 300 East Main Street\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T183000
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CREATED:20230412T215901Z
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UID:12534-1681923600-1681929000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks 201
DESCRIPTION:Already feel like you have a handle on your monthly tasks within QuickBooks Online and now looking to get more out of your use? \nIn this course\, we’ll explore added functions of QuickBooks\, such as – \n\nreceipt management\,\nrecurring transactions\,\ntags\,\nclasses and locations\,\nadvanced reporting\,\npayroll\,\nand much more!\n\nAs this is a highly interactive and hands-on program\, make sure you have your QuickBooks account pulled up\, or QuickBooks Online Test Drive: https://qbo.intuit.com/redir/testdrive. \nRegister\n  \n\nRefund Policy \n\nPlease register at least 24-hours prior to the scheduled webinar start time to ensure receiving your access link prior to that time. The link will be emailed upon receipt of payment but could be delayed by several minutes or an hour. Please also check promotional or spam folders for missing emails.\nCapital Region VA SBDC will issue a full refund for cancellations received no less than 48-hours prior to the scheduled webinar start time. Please email info@capitalregionvasbdc.com to cancel & request a refund.  Refunds will be processed within 3 business days.\nCancellations with no less than 24-hour notice will receive credit towards future workshops hosted by the Capital Region VA SBDC.  If you are unable to attend your scheduled webinar session\, please email info@capitalregionvasbdc.com.\nAbsent\, registered clients will not receive refund nor credit towards future workshops.\n\n\nFee: $ 15.00 \nPrice of the workshop is $15.00. Please follow instructions in PayPal to submit payment.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/quickbooks-201-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Online event
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Region SBDC":MAILTO:info@capitalregionvasbdc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230420T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230420T143000
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CREATED:20230405T234820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T234820Z
UID:12453-1681995600-1682001000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Apps: How to plan\, Execute & Launch
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Ecommerce and Digital Marketing\n\nUpdated for 2023 \nDoes your business need a mobile app?\nIn this bootcamp you will learn if your small business will benefit from having a mobile app\, and the steps to successfully deploy and market your app on the app stores. Areas covered include: \n\nMarket Research\nApp Scoping\nFinding a Developer and Budget\nApp Business Planning\nMarketing Approach\nBuilding a Prototype\nLaunching an App\nPromoting App\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nA confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration – a day before before the event – please be on the lookout for it.\n\nFee: No Cost \n\nPresented by Cameron Nelson\, Chief Digital Advisor for the Central Virginia SBDC. \n  \nPresented by\nVirginia SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/mobile-apps-how-to-plan-execute-launch-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230420T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230420T203000
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CREATED:20230417T233136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T233506Z
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Tom Tom Festival: Crowdfunded Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:The 10th Annual Crowdfunded Pitch Night showcases 10 aspiring entrepreneurs to the Charlottesville community\, who will vote with their dollars. Flash pitches will share the contestant’s vision with the community and inspire the crowd to action! The evening will conclude with a round of crowd voting — YOU get to be involved! — in support of the idea the crowd feels is most likely to be successful. The pool of money goes to the winner. This event connects culturally diverse and innovative members of the Charlottesville community to showcase Charlottesville as a hub for unity and opportunity. \nEach finalist has the opportunity to raise funds both before and during the pitch night. ALL donations intended for a startup or project will go to that startup! Before the pitch night\, there will be a donation portal open to contribute toward a project\, and at the pitch night\, the audience can purchase votes to support the projects that most inspire them. ALL monies intended for a startup will go to that startup. \nIn addition to the crowdfunded support\, the Community Investment Collaborate (CIC) is sponsoring a grand prize winner to receive a max $5\,000. A winner will be selected by a panel of judges. Additional prizes and support services from CIC and other local business owners may also be awarded. \n  \nThis event is free to attend and open to the public! \nCLICK HERE TO MAKE A DONATION TO YOUR FAVORITE FINALISTS!\n2023 Finalists: \n\nCorey Hoffman (Neon Culture Brewing): a black-owned craft beer brewery hoping to become the first of its kind in the Charlottesville area\nDaniel Ginsberg (Utrain Inc.): an all-in-one basketball training software solution\nDominique Cocuzza (NuAge): a mobile app designed to help women 35+ age better by supporting them in adopting targeted lifestyle habits that optimize aging\nEboni Feggans (Allure round-the-clock): a vending machine that allows users to access timeless beauty products\nJanasha Bradford (Mahogany and Friends): a mission-based brand that bridges the gap in financial literacy and entrepreneurship available to children while empowering and inspiring them to follow their dreams\nJosh Pritchett (Veo Careers): an employment platform that connects formerly incarcerated career seekers and those with criminal records to background-friendly employers across the US\nMerci Best (STEAMKITX): an education company that provides novel\, hand-crafted science\, technology\, engineering\, mathematics (STEM)\, and art (STEAM) kits to solve the lack of affordable\, research-based\, and fun learning tools for kids ages 5 through 12\nScott Tiernan (POP Plastic): a creative reuse center that refabricates locally-collected\, post-consumer plastic into furniture\, home goods\, and accessories\nWendy Winkler (The Rusty Iris Art Bus): a school bus transformed into a double-decker\, mobile sculpture\, art exhibit and venue\, built for the purpose of inviting others to create within it\nYolonda Coles Jones (The RESTORE Project): a mindfulness-based initiative to empower BIPOC residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle County to bring more calm\, rest and quality attention into their everyday lives so that they can last\, love well and live wisely\n\nFull finalists’ information can be found at www.tomtomfoundation.org/crowdfunded-pitch \nFor more information on the Crowdfunded Pitch Night\, the finalists\, event hosts\, or other events taking place during the Tom Tom Festival\, please visit www.tomtomfoundation.org/ or https://cicville.org. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________ \nSpeakers \n\n\n \n\nJosh Pritchett\nCEO\, Veo Careers\nVeo Careers is an employment platform that connects formerly incarcerated career seekers and those with criminal records to background-friendly employers across the US\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nMerci Best\nFounder\, STEAMKITX\nSTEAMKITX is an education company that provides novel\, hand-crafted science\, technology\, engineering\, mathematics (STEM)\, and art (STEAM) kits to solve the lack of affordable\, research-based\, and fun learning tools for kids ages 5 through 12.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nYolonda Jones\nFounder and Facilitator\, The RESTORE Project\nYolonda Coles Jones\, also known as “The Calm & Thrive Coach”\, is an international Healing\, Wellness & Empowerment-Centered Coach and Consultant who specializes in teaching home\, community and business leaders to deepen into attentive connection with themselves and with those around…Read More →\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nCorey Hoffman\nFounder/Head Brewer\, Neon Culture Brewing\n“Inclusion Over Everything” is the mantra that drives Neon Culture Brewing. Neon Culture Brewing seeks to be a catalyst for a new culture where all are welcome to be themselves and enjoy the art of craft beer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nEboni Feggans\nOwner\, Allure round-the-clock\nA vending machine that allows users to access timeless beauty products\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nDaniel Ginsberg\nCo-Founder & CEO\, Utrain Inc\nThe all-in-one basketball training software solution.\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nSponsored by \nThe Community Investment Collaborative
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/11th-annual-tom-tom-festival-crowdfunded-pitch-night/
LOCATION:CODE Building\, 240 W Main St\, Charlo\, 22902\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Community Investment Collaborative (CIC)":MAILTO:INFO@CICVILLE.ORG
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SUMMARY:Pitch Preview May 4: APPLICATION DEADLINE
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.\n  \nAPPLY for May 4 Event. – Deadline to apply April 24\, midnight
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/pitch-preview-may-4-application-deadline/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business Funding
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T130000
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SUMMARY:Fundability for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This seminar is being offered in a hybrid format. You can choose to attend virtually via Zoom or attend in person at 1125 Emancipation Hwy\, Suite 400\, Fredericksburg\, VA 22401.  \nThis two hour seminar will help attendees understand how to be more marketable to small business lenders. The seminar will detail the documents needed and the expectations of some lenders. Key takeaways: 1. Key factors that affect fundability 2. Tips to improve your small businesses capability to get funding 3. Gain greater insight into small business funding sources 4. Real talk – awareness of next steps\, goals\, and a possible strategy to gain funding \n\nRegister\n\nCo-Sponsor(s): \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \nFee: No Cost \n\n  \nSpeaker(s): Johnnie Lloyd\, MOL Serial entrepreneur with over 47 years of expertise in leadership\, financial acumen\, and problem-solving in corporate\, government\, and nonprofit organizations. Chief Visionary Officer for Johnnie Lloyd and Associates\, 4 Rivers Consultants Firm\, and she is passionate about Economic Justice (opportunity) under Raise Up Nation\, a 501C3 organization. She specifically partners with CEOs\, executives\, and entrepreneurs unleashing their superpowers. Preparing people and organizations for greater levels of productivity and profitability. The problem she concentrates on strategically is resources – management of things and leadership of people\, with a goal of making hard things understandable and relatable. Dynamic high-energy speaker\, author\, coach\, and facilitator empowering transformational development. President of the National Speakers Association of Virginia\, SCORE mentor\, YMCA Board member and active in her church\, and high school mentor for Teen Enrichment. \n  \nPresented by\nUniversity of May Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fundability-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T150000
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CREATED:20230320T224218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T021400Z
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SUMMARY:Location Lovingston BET 2\, Pricing\, Costs\, and Launch Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Week 4: BET 2\, Pricing\, Costs\, and Launch Preparation Program\nGet clear up front on your business costs\, how to establish prices and project profitability\, considering the value proposition of your product or service.\n\nAre your costs and profit margins designed to reach industry norms?\nIs your pricing strategy appropriate to engage and retain customers?\nWill this business make enough to support myself and/or my family?\n\nIn this workshop we discuss effective cost of goods sold management and give you tools to prepare to launch a new product or service. \nHYBRID event In person for cohort participants at The Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston or online via Zoom \nRegister\n\nAbout Location Lovingston\nNelson County is using state and federal grant funds (Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development) to launch a Community Business Launch program to support business growth in vacant spaces in the village of Lovingston. \nThis is a free business training program designed to provide a base of business fundamentals to individuals looking to start or expand a business in Lovingston. Following the completion of the eight-week program\, selected individuals will be invited to compete for up to $15\,000 in startup grants. \nThe program is open to all entrepreneurs. Nelson County residency is not required and U.S. Citizenship is not required. Nelson County is committed to equal opportunity for all. \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/location-lovingston-bet-2-pricing-costs-and-launch-preparation-program/
LOCATION:Nelson Center\, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway\, Lovingston\, VA\, 22949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Hybrid event - online/in person,Managing a Business,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T190000
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CREATED:20230412T212406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T212406Z
UID:12526-1682442000-1682449200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:CBIC Tech TALENT On Tap
DESCRIPTION:This event — a twist on the region’s favorite tech-focused happy hour\, CBIC Tech On Tap — is open to anyone interested in connecting with the tech business ecosystem and also meeting people (talent) seeking opportunities. Looking to get hired by a tech company? Join us! \nCBIC Tech TALENT On Tap is designed specifically for the high-tech community to promote their open jobs and connect with talent seeking opportunities. Open to everyone\, including tech businesses\, employees\, technologists\, and anyone interested in our region’s tech scene + students seeking entry-level jobs and internships. \nPlease RSVP via Eventbrite so we know you’re coming. Name tags with smart indicators will provide networking prompts to speed up the connectioneering. \nRegister\n  \nPARKING: parking passes will be provided to all of our guests. Park in the Dairy Market parking lot. Upon check-in\, attendees will receive a parking pass to put on their car. \n  \nDIRECTIONS TO THE EVENT from the parking lot to the event space named “Brick Cellar” — Go through the double glass doors that say CoStar. Walk toward the elevators and go down the steps that have “BC” written above them. Our event check-in table will be at the bottom of the steps! \n  \nBUS ROUTES FOR STUDENTS: For UVA students traveling via the \nUniversity Transit Service (UTS): \nOrange Line – Grady Ave at 10 1/2 Street stop \nGreen Line – Grady Ave at 10 1/2 Street stop
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/cbic-tech-talent-on-tap/
LOCATION:Dairy Market\, 946 Grady Avenue\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230405T224207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T175141Z
UID:12442-1682443800-1682451000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Opportunities in 21st Century Women's Health
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Speaker Series \nOur April panel will discuss the rise of “FemTech” and other consumer centric healthcare solutions for women. \nLearn More
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/opportunities-in-21st-century-womens-health/
LOCATION:InBio\, 700 Harris St\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230426T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230426T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230303T215609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T233832Z
UID:12220-1682497800-1682515800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:C3: Culpeper County Conference
DESCRIPTION:C3: Culpeper County Conference\nBusiness Breakouts\nThe Culpeper County Conference (C3) is designed to help your business market to customers\, operate more efficiently\, and grow.  This half-day conference will be held at Germanna Community College\, Daniel Technology Center on Wednesday\, April 26\, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.\, and is free for all to attend.  \nC3 will include multiple in-depth workshops and hour-long Power Course options led by local and regional experts\, as well as a lunchtime Entrepreneur Panel. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nRegister\n  \nAgenda: \n8:30 – 9:00: Welcome\, arrivals\, networking (light breakfast provided) \n9:00 – 11:00: Workshops \n11:00 – 11:15: Break \n11:15 – 12:15: Power Courses  \n12:15 – 12:30: Break \n12:30 – 1:30: Lunch/Entrepreneur Panel featuring Culpeper Co. businesses \nSponsored by Culpeper Office of Economic Development
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/c3-culpeper-county-conference/
LOCATION:Germanna Community College\, Daniel Technology Center\, 18121 Technology Dr\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Funding,In person event,Managing a Business,Marketing and Sales,Networking,Starting a Business,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230426T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230426T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082550
CREATED:20230417T221329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T221329Z
UID:12588-1682506800-1682515800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Spring LIVE! Lead. Inspire. Venture. Engage.
DESCRIPTION:Take a break from your workday to gather for lunch\, renew personal connections\, and fire up your energy!\nLead. Inspire. Venture. Engage. The Chamber is excited to bring you Spring LIVE! – our first big spring luncheon since 2018.\nUVA Head Football Coach Tony Elliott will motivate us with a talk on leadership\, resilience and community.\nWe’ll also recognize the first graduating class of the Leaders Lab of Greater Charlottesville. \n$65 member; $80 nonmember\nLate registration April 22-25: $75 member; $90 nonmember\nTable Host\, includes 8 seats: $650 member\, $850 nonmember\nExhibitor Table (only 2 spaces available\, to be set up in foyer by 11am): $300\, includes one registration \nNo refunds after April 12\nNo children under 18 allowed\nNo walk-ins \nMany thanks to our Luncheon Sponsor\, First National Bank. \nThank you to our Table Hosts:\nCity of Charlottesville\nCommunity Bank of the Chesapeake \n11am Check-in\, networking\, visit with exhibitors*\n1130-130 Program\, lunch\, keynote address\, networking\nShow some Wahoo spirit – wear your orange and blue. \n*Exhibitor tables exclusive to one industry per exhibitor. Two remain. Claim your industry spot today!\nFirst National Bank (financial)\nHeart and Soul Fitness with Nicole (fitness/wellness) \nSponsorships available! Click here for details. \nMedia services provided by 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/spring-live-lead-inspire-venture-engage/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Charlottesville\, 1901 Emmet Street\, North\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:connect@cvillechamber.com
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