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SUMMARY:Webinar: Federal Contracting: WOSB (Woman Owned Small Business) Certification
DESCRIPTION:Why Get WOSB Certified?\nThis program creates significant contract opportunities for women entrepreneurs. The program is designed to help more women owned small businesses win federal contracts and thrive in a competitive business environment. It is also intended to help federal agencies meet contracting goals for women owned small businesses. \nInstructor Lisa Wood is the current statewide director of Virginia PTAC\, an APEX Accelerator. She previously was the Statewide Director of the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) for the Connecticut PTAC and prior to that was Statewide Director with the Ohio Department of Development after serving as PTAC Director for the Northwest Commission of Pennsylvania. Before joining the PTAC community\, Lisa was a Contracting Officer for Bechtel Plant Machinery\, Inc. in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. \n\nInstructions:\nWebinar information will be sent to registrants prior to the class and will be conducted via GoToWebinar. After registration is complete\, your email confirmation will contain the link. You MUST register your name and email and receive the login information and calendar invite before you can join the webinar. You may attend without downloading the software\, but please understand your webinar functions may be limited.IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that this GoToWebinar event will be recorded for future publication/distribution by the Virginia APEX Accelerator. By joining this session\, you automatically consent to be recorded during the Q&A period if you choose to speak. If you do not consent to being recorded\, you may constrain your questions to written submissions. If you have questions or concerns\, please email ptac@gmu.edu to discuss with the host organization or do not join the session. \n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPoint of Contact: Kellie Peterson (703) 277-7750 \n\nFee: No Cost \n\n\n  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nVirginia PTAC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/webinar-federal-contracting-wosb-woman-owned-small-business-certification/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Hybrid event - online/in person
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SUMMARY:Marketing 101 *Webinar (Live)* - PW
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nPromotional Video HERE \nOverview of Live Webinar \nRefresh your knowledge to effectively market your goods and/or services! This live webinar (via Zoom) will cover the following marketing essentials: \n\nHow to choose your target group(s)\nHow to communicate with your target(s)\nMarket Definition\nMarket Segmentation\nCompetitive Analysis\nCompany Branding\nOnline (SEO) and Offline Marketing\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Bernard Ferret – Senior Business Counselor\, Mason SBDC & Serial Entrepreneur \nCo-sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Prince William County Department of Economic Development & Prince William Chamber of Commerce \nCancellation Policy: Contact us earlier than OR 72 hours (3 days) prior to event. Kindly email – help@masonsbdc.org (preferred) or call 703-261-4105 to notify the team. \nSpecial Instruction: This live webinar will be offered on the Zoom platform. You will receive a Zoom inivitation link after the registration. \nSpeaker(s): \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \nWebinar (Live) \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nMason SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/marketing-101-webinar-live-pw/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Sales,Online event
ORGANIZER;CN="Mason SBDC":MAILTO:help@masonsbdc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231107
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SUMMARY:Pitch Preview November 16: 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 November 16 Event. – Deadline to apply November 6\, midnight
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/pitch-preview-november-9-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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T130000
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SUMMARY:Blue Print Business Plan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\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\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\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: $ 35.00 \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/blue-print-business-plan-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Online event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T130000
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SUMMARY:F.A.S.T. - Money
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nUnderstanding the money side of the business is crucial for sustainability and growth. This workshop equips you with the essential knowledge you need to navigate financial avenues like: \n• Access to Capital • Business Loans and Grants • Investments and Bootstrapping • Building Business Credit • Crafting a Loan Package \nWhether you’re still mapping out your business idea or looking to scale\, gaining financial literacy through this workshop can make all the difference in ensuring your business’s long-term success. \nNote: This series includes three workshops which can be taken in any order. \n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nHampton Roads SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/f-a-s-t-money/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Funding,Online event
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SUMMARY:Events 101 - Hosting with intention & impact (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop with Tom Tom Festival founder\, Paul Beyer\, explores creating events from inception to execution. \n\n\nThis is is a workshop series designed with YOU in mind.\n\n\nWhat is that will allow you to create memorable events that build community and make impact? \nHosting an event is no simple task — from inception to execution — there’s a lot more than meets the eye. Learn how to host a gathering that’s intentional and memorable; while meeting other change-makers who want to lead events that make an impact. \nWhether you’re throwing a dinner party\, a fundraiser for a non-profit\, or a major public event\, this workshop will offer a framework for crafting it from the ground up\, and helpful tips that will leave you feeling inspired and confident. \nFORMAT\nWe will start with a series of introductions and connection exercises — one intention for this workshop is that facilitators\, hosts\, and conveners here in Charlottesville get to know each other! This will be followed by a presentation on how to create a philosophy for gathering\, alongside practical tips for programming\, producing\, and marketing events. There will be ample time thoughout the evening to connect attendees and share experiences and insights from those gathered. \nTICKETS\nThis seminar is offered in a ‘donation’ based model so that attendees are placing value on the experience and making a commitment to attend and participate. Donations will go to the Tom Tom Foundation (501c3) to support work in community building in Charlottesville. \nREGISTER\n\nBIO\nPaul is the founder of the Tom Tom Foundation and Tom Tom Festival\, and in his role as executive director\, is responsible for its strategic vision and community partnerships. Beyond Tom Tom\, Paul works on a variety of gatherings and events ranging from festivals\, dance parties\, dinner series\, meditations\, men’s groups\, conferences\, seminars\, and concerts. \nPaul is engaged in a number of civic and entrepreneurial pursuits that help elevate the region\, and foster communities of friendship and collaboration. He has been widely active in organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce\, Charlottesville Economic Development Authority\, Affordable Housing Commission\, and the creation of a regional Cultural Plan. Born and raised in Charlottesville\, Paul graduated from New York University and returned to his hometown in 2006. \nABOUT THE ORGANIZER\nOrganized by Tom Tom Foundation\nThe 11th Annual Tom Tom Festival will be April 19-23\, 2023. Our theme is FUTURE FORWARD\, and will connect diverse communities to share ideas and build a brighter tomorrow for Charlottesville. The Festival is a cultural experience throughout the historic downtown\, connecting neighbors and friends through music\, art\, ideas\, and performances.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/events-101-hosting-with-intention-impact-workshop/
LOCATION:Tom Tom Foundation\, 100 W. South St 1D\, Charlottesville\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event,Managing a Business,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231108T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231108T170000
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CREATED:20230822T130824Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC Offices Closed for Professional Development
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URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/sbdc-offices-closed-for-professional-development-4/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T200000
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SUMMARY:Getting Deals Done
DESCRIPTION:Getting Deals Done: a Workshop Hosted by the Charlottesville Angel Network (CAN)\nLearn a red-flags approach to startup investing due diligence from CAN general counsel Craig Redinger. \nThe session will provide an overall framework for CAN deal leads\, associates\, investors\, and entrepreneurs to understand the angel investment process\, from initial analysis of an opportunity to the closing of an investment. Students\, startup and aspiring founders are welcome to attend. \nThe training will cover (i) due diligence\, how it is done\, issues on which to focus\, specific information on typical pitfalls\, taking the “red flag” approach\, (ii) deal terms\, debt/equity terms\, effect of common investment vehicles\, term sheets\, capitalization issues\, etc.\, and (iii) concrete steps and insights in moving from term sheet to closing. \nTraining will be led by Craig Redinger\, CAN’s general counsel\, along with special guests. CAN offers this training a few times per year\, always gratis\, to CAN members and the startup and investment ecosystem. \nHybrid with limited in-person seats. A light dinner will be provided for in-person attendees. In person at the CV SBDC Office\, 300 Preston Ave\, Charlottesville\, 2nd floor \nRegister
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/getting-deals-done/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Business Funding,Hybrid event - online/in person
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T170000
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SUMMARY:SBDC Offices Closed for Professional Development
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URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/sbdc-offices-closed-for-professional-development-5/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T190000
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CREATED:20231030T195526Z
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SUMMARY:Ambitious Women in Tech Series 1
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be inspired by a lineup of ambitious women in tech\, as they share their stories\, insights\, and tips to conquer the industry. \nCome join us for an exciting in-person event at 3Twenty3 Charlottesville in Charlottesville\, VA\, USA! The Ambitious Women in Tech Series 1 is all about empowering women in the tech industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out\, this event is perfect for networking\, learning\, and gaining inspiration from other ambitious women in the field. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and take your tech career to the next level. See you there! \nREGISTER\n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/ambitious-women-in-tech-series-1/
LOCATION:3Twenty3 Charlottesville\, 2nd Street Southeast\, Charlottesville\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Technology
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SUMMARY:SBDC Offices Closed for Professional Development
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URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/sbdc-offices-closed-for-professional-development-6/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231115
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SUMMARY:2023 VA1 Governor's Tourism Summit
DESCRIPTION:Get in the Game\nThe 2023 VA1 Governor’s Tourism Summit will take place November 12 – 14\, 2023 at The Greater Richmond Convention Center – Richmond Marriott in Richmond\, Virginia. Network with colleagues and industry experts\, attend presentations and panel discussions and celebrate travel in Virginia. \nYour 2023 VA1 Governor’s Tourism Summit includes access to all general sessions and keynotes\, breakout sessions on Monday and Tuesday of the conference\, the exhibitor hall\, breakfast and lunch on Monday and Tuesday of the conference\, as well as a VA1 Reception Monday evening. \n2023 Supersessions topics include \n\nDriving Value-Based Outcomes: How VA is One Step Ahead\nDigital Marketing 201: Take Your Online Presence to the Next Level\nRVA Sports & Recreation Tourism Panel\nHow to Turn a Loss Into a Win For Your Organization\n\nand more! \n\nHeadline Speakers: Governor Glenn Youngkin – 74th Governor of Virginia; Sarah Dandashy – Verified Travel Expert\, Best-Selling Author\, and TV Personality \nSpeakers: Chris Albrecht – Senior Vice President and General Manager\, Caesars Virginia; Dennis Bickmeier – Executive Director\, Henrico Sports and Entertainment Authority; Jonathan Keslow – Director of Travel and Tourism\, Epsilon; Jeremy Harvey – Senior Sales Director\, Adara; Jonathan Lugbill – Executive Director\, Richmond Sportsbackers; Staci Martin – Partnership Marketing Grants Manager\, Virginia Tourism Corporation; Lindsey Norment – Brand Director\, Virginia Tourism Corporation; Todd “Parney” Parnell – Chief Executive Officer\, Richmond Flying Squirrels; Mike Ritchie – Senior Digital Marketing Manager\, Visit Richmond; Dan Roberts – Vice President of Research and Strategy\, Virginia Tourism Corporation; Noah Salaah ad-Deen – Partnership Marketing Grants Specialists\, Virginia Tourism Corporation; Lori Waran – Track President\, Richmond Raceway; and others. \nCo-sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Virginia Restaurant\, Lodging and Travel Association\, the Virginia Association of Destination Marketing Organizations\, the Virginia Tourism Corporation\, VisitRichmondVA.com\, LeisureMedia360\, Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority\, Advance Travel & Tourism\, Adara\, Epsilon\, VistaGraphics\, Inc.\, Tripadvisor\, Virginia Business Lamar Advertising\, Sojern\, and MediaOne. \nRates Per Person:  \n$359 Early Bird (ends September 1)\n$399 General (after September 1)\n$50 Student \nRegister
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/2023-va1-governors-tourism-summit/
LOCATION:The Greater Richmond Convention Center & Richmond Marriott\, 403 N 3rd St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T093000
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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-2/
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:20231114T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231020T182324Z
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SUMMARY:F.A.S.T. - Management
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nManagement: Mastering Business Operations Achieve Operational Excellence \nEfficient management is the backbone of any successful business. In this workshop\, you’ll delve into: \n• Managing Business Finances • Product and Service Design • Decision-making Frameworks \nEquip yourself with the strategies and skills to streamline operations\, manage finances like a pro\, and offer products or services that resonate with your target audience. \nThis is the 2nd workshop in the FAST Accellerator series. They can be taken in any order and will create the foundation for your business success. \n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: No Cost \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nHampton Roads SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/f-a-s-t-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Funding,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231023T173330Z
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SUMMARY:Business Risk Management: Navigating Uncertainty for Success
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Disaster Mitigation\n\nWith the rising threat of cyber attacks\, workplace violence\, competition\, and new regulatory and compliance requirements\, business risk management has never been more important than it is today and must be an integral part of your corporate strategic planning process that contributes to the overall resilience\, sustainability\, and success of your business in today’s dynamic and uncertain business environment. Come join us for a 1.5 hour working lunch\, business discussion and idea sharing session\, on how you can identify the threats to your business\, generate effective mitigation strategies\, and take the necessary steps to train your workforce and build a more resilient and cohesive working environment. \nTopics Covered: \n\nRisk Identification and Assessment\nRisk Mitigation Strategies\nCrisis Management and Business Continuity\nRegulatory Compliance\nInsurance and Risk Financing\nData and Technology Risks\nEffective Communication Strategies\nContinuous Monitoring and Evaluation\nLearning from Past Incidents\n\nConclusion: This course is designed to introduce attendees to a broader understanding of effective risk management practices and help them apply these learned principles to their respective professional environments. \nThis class will be offered in a hybrid format. For those that attend in-person they will receive an autographed copy of Robert Darling’s Book “24 Hours Inside the President’s Bunker\, 9/11/01: The White House” and a coupon for a free business continuity plan for their business. You will receive an email after registration to see if you are planning to attend in person or virtually. Please reply to this email so that we can ensure we save a seat for you in our conference room or you receive the Zoom link. \n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): In October 2007\, Lieutenant Colonel “Bob” Darling retired from the United States Marine Corps with just over twenty years of active-duty service. He flew attack helicopters in Desert Shield and Desert Storm in support of Operation Restore Hope. In June 1998\, he was selected to fly as a presidential pilot with Marine Helicopter Squadron One and in October 2000\, was handpicked to work for the White House Military Office\, Airlift Operations Department. It was in that capacity that Lt. Col. Darling supported the President\, Vice President and National Security Advisor in the President’s Emergency Operations Center (PEOC) during the attacks on September 11\, 2001. As an international public speaker on crisis leadership and decision making\, Bob has addressed numerous academic\, government\, and military organizations to include Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government and as a guest lecturer on the subject of Crisis Leadership and Counterterrorism at the FBI Academy in Quantico\, Virginia. \nCo-Sponsor(s): Bob is the author of 24 Hours Inside the President’s Bunker\, 9/11/01: The White House and is a contributing author to The Routledge Companion to Risk\, Crisis\, and Security in Business. Bob is a graduate of the Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI)\, where he holds the Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) designation\, and is the President and CEO of Flash Emergency Management\, LLC\, a crisis leadership training and technology company located in Stafford\, Virginia. \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \nFee: No Cost \n\n  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/business-risk-management-navigating-uncertainty-for-success/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231115T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231020T183657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T183829Z
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SUMMARY:Building Your Value Proposition Design (VPD) - *Webinar (Live)* - PW
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\n\nPromotional Video HERE \nWebinar Learning Objective \nPlease join Senior Business Counselor\, and Adjunct GMU Professor George Siragusa\, as he guides you through a step-by-step process of building your Value Proposition Design which is invaluable to startups\, early stage companies\, growth\, or even mature businesses! \nThe Value Proposition Design (VPD) is a framework that enables businesses to develop and solidify their foundational ideas for how they will create\, communicate\, deliver and then extract marketplace value for a differentiated product or service intended to solve a specific problem aligned with a specific customer need while delivering tangible benefits\, for an intended potential customer segment in a domain space or industry sector. It lives inside something called the Business Model Canvas\, another important foundational business framework. \n  \nThe VPD is absolute “ground zero” thinking for: \n\nEntrepreneurs with ideas for a product or service business\nEarly stage companies\n\nThe VPD is critical formative thinking for: \n\nNew business ventures\nGrowth businesses\n\nThe VPD is valuable for: \n\nBusinesses considering a “pivot” in some aspect of their business\nMature businesses looking to expand or grow their offerings or markets\n\nThe VPD will: \n\nhelp clients understand how they can create enduring personal value with your products\nlower your cost of customer acquisition and retention\navoid wasting your scarce resources of time and money\n\nUpon completion of this NO-COST webinar you should be able to: \n\nBecome familiar with the definition of a Value Proposition Design and why it is considered such a “bedrock principle” for any business venture\nUnderstand 3 specific benefits VPD brings to your business\nSee how it is one of the very first actions you should take to begin forming your ideas around a product or service you believe to be a viable business\nUnderstand the relevance of the Value Proposition Design (VPD) to your business\nBecome familiar with the 8 steps to building / refining a VPD for your business\nSee a list of 10 characteristics of a great Value Proposition Design\nBecome familiar with the ways in which the VPD can impact and inform your communication tactics and strategy\nFollow a “use case” to help illustrate how the VPD can inform your marketing strategy\nAnswer your specific questions about VPD along during the webinar\n\nTHERE IS NO COST to ATTEND; but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: George Siragusa – Senior Business Advisor\, Mason SBDC\, Adjunct Professor\, George Mason University teaching Entrepreneurship for Engineers at the School of Engineering\, and Senior Mentor for 3 area Startup Venture Accelerators \nCo-sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Prince William County Department of Economic Development & Prince William Chamber of Commerce \nCancellation Policy: Contact the Center regarding cancellation earlier than 24 business hours prior to event. Kindly email – help@masonsbdc.org (preferred) or call 703-261-4105 to notify the team. \nSpecial Instruction: This live webinar will be presented via Zoom. Webinar access details (Zoom invitation) will be provided after registration. \n\nCancellation Policy: Kindly contact us (email – help@masonsbdc.org (preferred) or call 703-261-4105) at least 24-business hours prior to the event for cancellations Special Instructions: This live webinar will conducted on the Zoom platform. Please watch your email for the webinar access link – which will be sent only after registration. \nSpeaker(s): \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nFee: No Cost \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nMason SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/building-your-value-proposition-design-vpd-webinar-live-pw/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Online event
ORGANIZER;CN="Mason SBDC":MAILTO:help@masonsbdc.org
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SUMMARY:GovCon 101: Creating a Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Creating a Capabilities Statement \nThe Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services\, 5% of that spend is allocated for Small 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 set-aside opportunities. In order to get noticed by small business offices\, you must first create a winning capability statement. This is the most importing marketing piece you will create for your business. A properly formatted capability statement will help you get noticed and differentiate you from your competition. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nProper formatting of the statement\nInformation to include and not include\nDifferentiators\, Core competencies and past performance content\nYou will be provided an editable template to use for your own capability statement\nHow to use the statement\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\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. \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \nFee: No Cost \n\n  \nFacilitated by \n \nUniversity of Mary Washington SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/govcon-101-creating-a-capabilities-statement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Contracting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T133000
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CREATED:20231030T163746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T140857Z
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SUMMARY:Fluvanna: Show Me the Money
DESCRIPTION: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 the game for YEARS\, it’s just….hard. \nThat’s where we come in! Join us at the Fluvanna County Public Library (214 Commons Blvd\, Palmyra) on November 15th for lunch and learning learning ALL ABOUT FUNDRAISING. We’ve got a panel of experts talking through both traditional and alternative funding routes and what’s right for you\, available to answer your questions. \nYou know what they say…no man is an island. Lean on your resources. We’ve got your back! \nSpeakers: \n\nRosi Beachy – Assistant Director\, Central VA SBDC\nCarolina Medina – Director of Lending and Operations\, Community Investment Collaborative\nDaryl Gibson – First National Bank\n\nLunch Provided \nRegister\n  \nCohosted by Fluvanna County Economic Development and Fluvanna Women in Business
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fluvanna-show-me-the-money/
LOCATION:Fluvanna County Library\, 214 Commons Blvd\, Palmyra\, VA\, 22963\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Business Funding,In person event,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231116T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20221222T203858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T200456Z
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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 2023\, 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\, email events@cvsbdc.org to complete a request for counseling form for a confidential meeting. \n\nApply for Pitch Preview\, November 16\nDeadline to apply: November 6 \n\n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/pitch-preview-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Business Funding,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:20231117T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231020T184830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T184830Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nParticipants will learn free and low cost ways to market their business and increase sales. \nTopics will include: \n*Getting the most out of social media \n*Using email marketing effectively \n*Free resources to make your business look great \n*Participants will receive tips and ideas they can begin implementing right away \n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Hope Gayles\, Associate Director\, Communications & Outreach & Public Information Officer at Southern Virginia Higher Education Center \nCo-Sponsor(s): LSBDC\, GMU\, SBA\, VSBDC\, SVHEC\, GoVA \nFee: No Cost \n  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nLongwood University SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/marketing-on-a-budget-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Sales,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231121T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231121T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20221229T202523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T171523Z
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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 \nREGISTER\n\nPresenter(s):\nEarly Stage: Jodi Fox\, Founder & Chief Creative Officer\, Class Petz\, www.myclasspets.com\nCrash & Learn: Sandy Archer\, Founder & Co-Managing Partner\, Flavor Exceptional Catering\, www.flavorcville.com
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/charlottesville-entrepreneurs-and-espresso-ce-2-26/
LOCATION:CODE Building – Irving Theater\, 225 W Water St\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231121T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231020T182812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T182812Z
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SUMMARY:F.A.S.T. Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nMarketing: Building A Brand That Resonates Strategize. Implement. Conquer. \nThe final piece of the puzzle is effective marketing. Gain insights into: \n• Market Research • Identifying Overall Market & Target Market • Analyzing Competition • Marketing\, Sales\, & Promotional Strategies • Pricing Dynamics \nThis workshop will help you carve out a strong market presence\, tailor your marketing strategies\, and understand how to price your offerings competitively. \nThis is the 3rd in a series of three workshops for the FAST Accelerator Program. The workshops can be taken in any order and will help lay the groundwork for your business as well as guide any future conversations with an SBDC advisor. \nPlease download and review the workbook prior to participating: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1chP8wE_kJbSfchVSEug4fRaSAejdZYZH/view?usp=sharing \n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: No Cost \n  \n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nHampton Roads SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/f-a-s-t-marketing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Sales,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231023T172432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T172854Z
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SUMMARY:Success through e-Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Join us if you’re interested in pivoting more of your efforts to ONLINE SALES \nThis session will cover: \n\nThe variety of websites available\, the possibilities for upgrading yours to better accommodate online sales and the estimated costs to accomplish this!\nThe various e-commerce platforms available and how to select the best based on your specific business needs.\nHow to setup and manage your online storefront or service portal and how to use data and marketing to maximize returns.\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. \nREGISTER\n\nSpeaker: Cameron Nelson\, Chief Digital Advisor\, Virginia SBDC and CV SBDC\nMr. Nelson has over 19 years experience in technology\, and as a senior tech consultant in Silicon Valley helping Fortune 500 companies improve their digital marketing and eCommerce. At the same time he founded several tech companies\, including a SaaS website for tree preservation and a blockchain platform for nonprofits. Cameron is accomplished in language\, culture\, has an MBA and MA and believes new technology products have the ability to help shape our world for the better. \n\nFee: No Cost \n  \nFacilitated by \n \nVirginia SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/success-through-e-commerce-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20221223T012502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T172931Z
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SUMMARY:Fluvanna County Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:To sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fluvanna-county-office-hours-11/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Chamber\, 177 Main St\, Palmyra\, VA\, 22963\, 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:20231123T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231123T170000
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CREATED:20230906T140524Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - CV SBDC Offices Closed
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URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/thanksgiving-cv-sbdc-offices-closed/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231124T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T170000
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CREATED:20230906T141815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T141815Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - CV SBDC Offices Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/thanksgiving-cv-sbdc-offices-closed-2/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231128T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231128T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20231020T185254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T185254Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Season Cyber Threats
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Cybersecurity\n\nLearn specific threats to look out for this holiday season & how to keep you and your small business protected. \n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Quiana Gainey\, Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert \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  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by \n \nVirginia SBDC
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/holiday-season-cyber-threats/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231129T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152701
CREATED:20230724T181100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T133313Z
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SUMMARY:Show Me the Money
DESCRIPTION: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 the game for YEARS\, it’s just….hard. \nThat’s where we come in! Join us at the Culpeper Economic Development Center (803 S Main St) on October 3rd for coffee\, pastries and a morning of learning ALL ABOUT FUNDRAISING. We’ve got a panel of experts talking through both traditional and alternative funding routes and what’s right for you\, available to answer your questions. \nYou know what they say…no man is an island. Lean on your resources. We’ve got your back! \nSpeakers: \n\nRosi Beachy – Assistant Director\, Central VA SBDC\nCarolina Medina – Director of Lending and Operations\, Community Investment Collaborative\nTripp Buttler – Senior Commercial Loan Officer\, UVA Community Credit Union\n\nRegister\n\nSponsored by UVA Community Credit Union
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/show-me-the-money-2/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Business Funding,Hybrid event - online/in person,Networking
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