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SUMMARY:How to Start a Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Through this virtual series\, work at your own pace to open the food truck of your dreams! Content includes must-do lists\, templates for finances\, Virginia specific regulations overview\, and advice from folks in the field. \nIn collaboration with the Virginia Department of Health\, the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center\, and the Virginia Cooperative Extension\, Carver Food Enterprise Center is excited to announce our next food businesses training- How to Start a Food Truck! \nThis series will be entirely virtual and free; participants can go at their own pace. The website will open on February 1st\, 2025 and the series will run on a monthly basis starting on the 1st of each month.  \nAll registered participants will receive a link in their email the evening of the 1st to begin the series.  \n \nRoll to success with us! The website will feature videos\, webinars\, checklists and templates-including: \n\nPlanning & Pricing\nDesigning  for success\nLicensing & Regulations\nApplications\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/how-to-start-a-food-truck/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Food Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250204T090000
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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-22/
LOCATION:Louisa Chamber Office\, 111 W Main Street\, Louisa\, VA\, 23093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louisa Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@louisachamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
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SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-20/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T204216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204216Z
UID:16835-1738746000-1738771200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-21/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T203353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T203353Z
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-office-hours-5/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, 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=America/New_York:20250210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20241209T164346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T164346Z
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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-23/
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:20250211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250211T150000
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CREATED:20241209T162909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T162909Z
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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-18/
LOCATION:Greene County Visitor’s Center\, 9157 Seminole Trail\, Ruckersville\, VA\, 22968\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T185312Z
UID:16559-1739264400-1739287800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Tourism for All Conference & Graduation
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to invite you to our second annual Tourism for All Conference and Graduation! This free event will feature the graduation of our second Tourism for All cohort\, case studies from fellow community partners\, a panel on leveraging grants (featuring members of the Virginia Tourism Corporation)\, a free catered lunch\, a presentation from Wheel the World about their accessibility efforts in Charlottesville\, a discussion with the Spill Teem on creating connection with visitors\, and a tentative post-event reception. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nAnyone who works in Charlottesville and Albemarle County’s tourism and hospitality industry – including restaurants\, wineries\, breweries\, arts\, outdoor recreation\, hotels\, and other businesses that serve visitors.\nIndustry leaders interested in learning how to make their businesses more inclusive and welcoming\, including increased accessibility options.\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/tourism-for-all-conference-graduation/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T160000
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CREATED:20250131T204250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204321Z
UID:16837-1739264400-1739289600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-22/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20241213T152812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T152906Z
UID:16529-1739282400-1739286000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking Global Markets: Using Customer Insights to Inform New Markets
DESCRIPTION:To succeed in today’s competitive global marketplace\, businesses must go beyond surface-level knowledge of new markets. They need to deeply understand the cultural nuances\, behavioral trends\, and decision-making processes of their target audiences. This webinar will explore how digital ethnography and market research can serve as powerful tools to uncover these insights\, empowering companies to build meaningful connections with customers and communities around the world. \nJoin us to discover how to: \n\nIdentify why audiences engage in specific behaviors\, including cultural\, economic\, and social influences.\nUnderstand how customers discuss and perceive your brand within diverse communities\, revealing opportunities to strengthen trust and loyalty.\nPinpoint the key triggers that drive purchasing decisions\, enabling you to tailor your messaging and strategy for maximum impact.\n\nThis session will include real-world examples and practical strategies to help marketers and business leaders develop data-driven\, culturally resonant approaches to global expansion. Whether you’re entering a new market or refining your approach in an existing one\, this webinar will equip you with tools to succeed. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nMarket researchers seeking innovative methods to gather cultural and behavioral insights.\nBrand strategists aiming to align global campaigns with localized customer needs.\nCustomer Experience (CX) professionals striving to enhance global customer engagement.\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dean Browell leads Feedback’s research as resident PhD with a passion for how generations interact online and is the co-author of the book Don’t You Forget About Gen X: One Generation’s Crucial Role in Healthcare. A frequent speaker across many industries\, Dean has also briefed data on military family quality of life to The White House. Dean is the President of the Board of Directors for The Poe Museum\, teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses on Social Media Research at Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Business\, and is a co-founder of the cultural education project Hidden In Plain Site. \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/unlocking-global-markets-using-customer-insights-to-inform-new-markets/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T204420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204420Z
UID:16840-1739350800-1739376000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-23/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T203451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T203451Z
UID:16827-1739352600-1739372400@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Culpeper Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-office-hours-6/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, 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=America/New_York:20250212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250127T183300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T183445Z
UID:16702-1739358000-1739365200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Facts & Snacks: Build Your Marketing Playbook
DESCRIPTION:Join in on a hands-on marketing workshop that focuses on how to best market YOUR business. \n\nUnderstand your business and target audience\nSelect marketing channels\nOverview of marketing tools\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/facts-snacks-build-your-marketing-playbook/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:In person event,Marketing & Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250127T182748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T182748Z
UID:16700-1739523600-1739545200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Start a Farm
DESCRIPTION:Geared toward prospective and beginning farmers. \nTopics include: soil basics\, business planning\, zoning/building regulations\, how to decide what to grow\, livestock\, vegetables/small fruit\, vineyards/orchards\, funding opportunities\, conservation opportunities and more! \nCost: $20 per person (lunch provided) \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/how-to-start-a-farm/
LOCATION:PVCC Eugene Guiseppe Center\, 222 South Main St\, Stanardsville\, VA\, 22973\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T204502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204502Z
UID:16842-1739869200-1739894400@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-24/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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:20250218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20241210T191242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T191242Z
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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-25/
LOCATION:Weaver Building\, 196 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=America/New_York:20250219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T204551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204551Z
UID:16845-1739955600-1739980800@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-25/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T203532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T203532Z
UID:16829-1739957400-1739977200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Culpeper Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-office-hours-7/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250211T133942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T133942Z
UID:16926-1740052800-1740058200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:IRS Workshop: Business Use of Your Home
DESCRIPTION:A virtual Small Business Tax Workshop with the Internal Revenue Service! \nIn this FREE presentation\, you will learn: \n\nabout calculating and claiming the deduction for business activities in the home as well as business use of the home\nthe requirements you must make to qualify for a deduction\nhow to determine the business percentage of home use\nthe types of expenses you can and cannot deduct either in full or according to the percentage\nhow to determine the limits on deductions\nwhere to deduct the expenses on your return\n\nSpeakers: \nCheryl Jackson\, Senior Stakeholder Liaison for the State of Virginia with the Communication and Liaison office of the Internal Revenue Service. As a Senior Stakeholder Liaison\, Cheryl is responsible for establishing and maintaining stakeholder relationships and for providing education and outreach to the small business community and tax professional organizations. \nLisa Booker\, Senior Stakeholder Liaison for the State of Tennessee with the Communication and Liaison office of the Internal Revenue Service. As a Stakeholder Liaison\, Lisa is responsible for education and outreach to tax professionals\, business organizations\, and community-based organizations. \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
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/irs-workshop-business-use-of-your-home/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Taxes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250211T134213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T134213Z
UID:16928-1740074400-1740078000@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Startup Toolbox: Get Started!
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. We’ll cover the importance of creating a business plan\, figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need\, and what other resources are available to launch your new venture. \nThis 90-minute class is designed to answer the most common\, basic questions about the first steps to starting a business and to help you determine next. \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/startup-toolbox-get-started-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T204721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T204721Z
UID:16848-1740474000-1740499200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-26/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250225T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T173000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Being a Great Boss
DESCRIPTION:Learn effective practices for managing and supervising employees\, including one weekly practice that makes being a great boss possible. \nA half-day workshop to build skills for new and experienced managers. \nThis course examines effective practices for managing and supervising employees\, including tools for setting expectations\, managing conflict\, inviting participation and making decisions. We’ll discuss employee engagement and why it matters\, including understanding the significant ways manager behavior impacts employee performance. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand and articulate the key drivers of employee engagement that Gallup measures and their impact on organizational performance\nRecognize and apply seven insights of managers who inspire employee engagement\nLearn how to model and teach related behaviors to supervisors throughout the organization\n\nThis workshop will be led by Allison Linney\, President and Founder of Allison Partners\, a woman-owned small business founded with the belief that people are at the core of an organization’s success.  \nEarly Bird ends February 14th – $59 \nGeneral Admission – $89 \n					\n									Register
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/the-art-of-being-a-great-boss-2/
LOCATION:Hillsdale Conference Center\, 550 Hillsdale Dr\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22901\, United States
CATEGORIES:In person event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T205238Z
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SUMMARY:Fork Union Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/fork-union-office-hours-27/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Center\, 5725 James Madison Hwy\, Fork Union\, 23055\, 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=America/New_York:20250226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250131T203612Z
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SUMMARY:Culpeper Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: \n\nBusiness Concept\nMarketing Strategy\nOperational Questions\nFunding Opportunities\nAny Concerns or Challenges\nAll questions are welcome!\n\nTo sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome.
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-office-hours-8/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, 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=America/New_York:20250227T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250211T134543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T134626Z
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SUMMARY:Building the Foundation for Your New Business
DESCRIPTION:Some of the most popular reasons to start a business include-having a unique business idea\, designing a career that has the flexibility to grow with you\, working toward financial independence\, and investing in yourself. Prepare to start a successful business: Evaluate your entrepreneurial abilities Marketing strategies Financial resources Legal form of organization Tips to prepare & present your business plan Cybersecurity Tips Not every small business is positioned for success\, so you may be in for a real challenge when you decide to take the plunge\, ditch your day job\, and become a business owner. The stage is often set in the beginning\, so make sure you start with a strong foundation. \nSpeaker(s): Presented and taught by Michael Scales\, Longwood SBDC Business Analyst \nCo-Sponsor(s): Longwood SBDC\, George Mason University\, Virginia Small Business Development Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, PHCC\, GoVA \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/building-the-foundation-for-your-new-business-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260509T013145
CREATED:20250211T134852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T134853Z
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SUMMARY:Start Up Toolbox: Finding Funding
DESCRIPTION:Need to understand the basics about finding funding\, types of lending\, and finding financing a small business? In this Start Up Toolbox\, we cover what to expect from the bank and what the bank will expect of you. We also discuss some of the most common ways to find funding while demystifying and defining some of the types of financing that is available to a startups – so you can make the right choice for your new business and set goals for the future. This class is taught live and on-line. \nSpeaker(s): Jordan Reeves \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/start-up-toolbox-finding-funding/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital
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