Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Learn effective practices for managing and supervising employees, including one weekly practice that makes being a great boss possible.A half-day workshop to build skills for new and experienced managers.This 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 […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
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 […]
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 […]
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. In collaboration with the Virginia Department of Health, the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center, and the Virginia Cooperative Extension, […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Culpeper Businesses: Join us for this unique opportunity for SPEED NETWORKING with CV SBDC! Presented by Central VA SBDC, Culpeper Economic Development, and the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce Bring your business questions to ask our expert advisors and learn what the SBDC team and network has to offer. Plus - an opportunity to network with […]
Is your business concept the right idea, at the right time for your industry? Is your addressable market big enough to generate adequate revenue for a successful business? Do you know what your customer cares about and how the customer views your offering? Are the features attractive to customers so hundreds (or thousands) will care […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
A practical guide to cybersecurity! Zero Trust isn’t just for large enterprises—small businesses can also adopt this security model to reduce cyber risks. Join us to learn: the principles of Zero Trust how to implement it cost-effectively the benefits it offers your business in 2025 Speaker: Quiana Gainey, Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert REGISTER
About Piedmont Pitch The 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 for an opportunity to pitch for up to $15,000 in prize money! To […]
This session is one of three parts in the Business Foundations Series for new and early stage businesses (1 year or less and $50,000 or less in annual revenue). Each session can be taken in any order. Taking all three provides a better understanding of the core business principals of Management, Marketing and Money. An […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Agripalooza -- Where Technology Meets Tradition, presented by Farm Credit of the Virginias An event by Your Virginia SBDC Greater Roanoke & NRV Team in partnership with Virginia Western Community College Join us for Agripolooza Where Technology Meets Tradition the must-attend event for agriculture business owners and entrepreneurs! This engaging conference focuses on blending innovation […]
Curious about selling to the government? Have a good or service the city might be interested in? This workshop will cover how to become a vendor with local procurement offices and the state of Virginia, the procurement process, how to submit bids and proposals, as well as an overview of SWaM certification and eVA, Virginia’s […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Rosi Beachy to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Join us for a webinar where the Founder of Bloomist will guide you through practical strategies for running a successful online business. Drawing on real-world experience and success, Mike Zung, who will share insights on his experience running an Bloomist. Don't miss the opportunity to learn directly from an industry trailblazer and transform your approach […]
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Meet with CVSBDC Business Advisor Dan Fellows to discuss: Business Concept Marketing Strategy Operational Questions Funding Opportunities Any Concerns or Challenges All questions are welcome! To sign up, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org Walk-ins welcome.
Struggling to attract top talent? Join us for Facts & Snacks where we’ll dive into what makes a job posting stand out and common mistakes that might be holding you back. Tips for crafting job postings that attract the right candidates Common pitfalls & how to avoid them Interactive exercises to evaluate & improve job […]
What’s all the fuss about AI and ChatGPT? What AI tools are available, and how can a small business use them to streamline customer service and marketing tasks? This session, with Cameron Nelson, CEO of Tenzing Startup Consultants, will help answer those questions and more. The first half of the session will give an overview, […]
About Culpeper Competes To inspire economic development and job creation in Culpeper, the Town of Culpeper is proud to present Culpeper Competes in partnership with the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center. Culpeper Competes is designed to encourage and develop an entrepreneurial spirit through business development education and mentorships to guide participants through the process […]
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BET 5: Money & Recordkeeping In this interactive session, we’ll explore various sources of capital, how to establish credit, and strategies for effective recordkeeping and cash flow management. You’ll gain valuable tips and tricks for maintaining accurate records and understanding accounting terminology, giving you the peace of mind that comes from knowing you are: Making […]
Create a Basic Plan for Your Small Business All businesses need a plan to succeed. Your plan drives critical decisions and actions that determine whether you succeed or fail. Identifying your core customers, important activities and key resources can make sure you’re focusing your business on profitability and growth Unfortunately, the business planning process can […]