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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 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-2/
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:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250304T150000
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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-23/
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:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T160000
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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-28/
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:20250305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T134855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T134855Z
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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-29/
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:20250305T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T132451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T132451Z
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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-9/
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:20250305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250124T144627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T152818Z
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SUMMARY:Speed Networking with the SBDC
DESCRIPTION:Culpeper Businesses:\nJoin us for this unique opportunity for SPEED NETWORKING with CV SBDC!\nPresented by Central VA SBDC\, Culpeper Economic Development\, and the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce \nBring your business questions to ask our expert advisors and learn what the SBDC team and network has to offer. \nPlus – an opportunity to network with your fellow Culpeper business owners! \nIn person at Miss Minerva’s Tea Room 307 S Main Street\, Culpeper\, VA 22701 \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/speed-networking-with-the-sbdc/
LOCATION:Miss Minerva’s Tea Room\, 307 S Main St.\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, 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=America/New_York:20250307T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T190000
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CREATED:20250313T103158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T103158Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Customers and Market
DESCRIPTION:Is your business concept the right idea\, at the right time for your industry?\nIs your addressable market big enough to generate adequate revenue for a successful business?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you know what your customer cares about and how the customer views your offering?\nAre the features attractive to customers so hundreds (or thousands) will care enough to change current habits?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop “customer discovery” theory and processes will be covered to help you get feedback on your offering with the goals of 1) finding your product market fit\, 2) knowing what your customer cares about\, and 3) understanding where your business stacks up in the market. We will talk about industry knowledge\, identifying target customers and the lean business model process. \n\nMay 7 Session 2: Understanding Your Customers & Market\n\nTime: 5PM -7PM • Location: Online/In-Person in Culpeper\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/understanding-your-customers-and-market-2/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20241209T164451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T164451Z
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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-24/
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=America/New_York:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T134933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T134933Z
UID:16985-1741683600-1741708800@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-30/
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:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T135029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T135029Z
UID:16987-1741770000-1741795200@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-31/
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:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20241209T175607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T191208Z
UID:16445-1741773600-1741791600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Madison County Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:To sign up\, call 434-295-8198 or email contact@cvsbdc.org \nWalk-ins welcome
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/madison-county-office-hours-10/
LOCATION:Madison County Visitor Center & Chamber of Commerce\, 110 N Main Street\, Madison\, 22727
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:20250313T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T133000
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CREATED:20250310T120749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T120749Z
UID:17089-1741869000-1741872600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Zero Trust Security for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:A practical guide to cybersecurity! \nZero Trust isn’t just for large enterprises—small businesses can also adopt this security model to reduce cyber risks. Join us to learn: \n\nthe principles of Zero Trust\nhow to implement it cost-effectively\nthe benefits it offers your business in 2025\n\nSpeaker: Quiana Gainey\, Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/zero-trust-security-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T235900
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T134637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T134638Z
UID:16978-1741939200-1741996740@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Piedmont Pitch Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:About 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 for an opportunity to pitch for up to $15\,000 in prize money! \nTo be eligible to receive prize money\, participants must have an active business license in the City of Charlottesville or Albemarle County by July 1\, 2025. \nIndicate your interest in participating in Piedmont Pitch by submitting a rough draft of your business plan by 11:59 PM on Friday\, March\, 14 2025. This business plan does not need to be complete\, it is simply a starting point. \nAPPLY
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/piedmont-pitch-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=America/New_York:20250317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250310T120537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T120538Z
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SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Marketing
DESCRIPTION: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 understanding of these concepts is the foundation of business success and will better prepare you for 1-on-1 advising sessions with your SBDC Advisor. \nThis part of the series focuses on Marketing. Every new or early stage business owner should have a working knowledge of these principles to create a sound marketing strategy and actionable go-to-market plan. \nMarketing:\n• Building your brand • Market Research • Identifying Your Target Customer • Free Marketing Options • Paid Marketing Options • Build a Budget • Strategize your Marketing Plan \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Todd DuRose\, Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/business-foundations-marketing-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250310T121230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T121230Z
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SUMMARY:Agripolooza
DESCRIPTION:Agripalooza — Where Technology Meets Tradition\, presented by Farm Credit of the Virginias \nAn event by Your Virginia SBDC Greater Roanoke & NRV Team in partnership with Virginia Western Community College \nJoin us for Agripolooza Where Technology Meets Tradition the must-attend event for agriculture business owners and entrepreneurs! This engaging conference focuses on blending innovation with tradition to address the challenges and opportunities facing the agriculture industry today. Whether you’re running an established operation or just starting out\, this event is designed to provide the insights\, tools\, and connections you need to succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a thriving agriculture community and take your operation to the next level. \nFeatured Keynote Speakers: Secretary of Agriculture Matt Lohr and Dr. Scott Lowman \nConference Highlights \n\nInteractive Breakout Sessions\nNetworking Opportunities\nActionable Takeaways and\nResource Connections\n\nFor a full schedule of the day visit https://roanokesmallbusiness.org/agripalooza \nYour Agripalooza experience Includes light refreshments and lunch \nParticipating in Agripolooza will inspire and equip you with actionable strategies\, expert insights\, and connections to drive your business forward. \nAgripalooza is an in person event at Virginia Western Community College Whitman Theater 3094 Colonial Avenue\, Roanoke\, VA 24015. \nRefunds are not available. The registration fee for the event covers the planning\, preparation\, and materials that are coordinated in advance. \nFine Print: \nPre-registration is required to receive the instructions to attend Agripalooza. \nIf you need assistance\, please reach out to Heather Fay\, hello@roanokesmallbusiness or call/text 540-632-1147. \nOur workshops\, events\, and programs are designed with a small business owner in mind. Actionable\, sharing of ideas\, and takeaways to keep things straight. \nThe SBDC reserves the right to cancel a workshop/event/program for insufficient enrollment\, weather emergencies\, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur we will use the email you provided to contact you. Pre-registration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not pre-registered we will not be able to contact you. \nAll programs of the Virginia SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. \nFee: $45 \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/agripolooza/
LOCATION:Virginia Western\, 3094 Colonial Avenue\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business
ORGANIZER;CN="Roanoke Regional SBDC":MAILTO:hello@roanokesmallbusiness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T135117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T135117Z
UID:16989-1742288400-1742313600@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-32/
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=UTC:20250318T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20241210T191341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T191341Z
UID:16505-1742292000-1742310000@cvsbdc.org
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-26/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250107T161325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T164625Z
UID:16556-1742371200-1742403600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:SBDC Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/sbdc-day/
LOCATION:VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250305T135155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T164902Z
UID:16991-1742374800-1742400000@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-33/
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:20250319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T132638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T165006Z
UID:16964-1742376600-1742396400@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-11/
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:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250304T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T155442Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with State and Local Government
DESCRIPTION:Curious about selling to the government? Have a good or service the city might be interested in?\n\nThis 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 digital procurement marketplace.\n\nPresented by Ramain Gohar\, Business Services Manager with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity\, and Madison Alvis\, Strategic Procurement Specialist with the City of Charlottesville.\n\n\nIn-person at the Central Virginia SBDC office at 300 Preston Avenue\, Suite 201\, Charlottesville\, VA 22902 or \nVIRTUAL event via Zoom \n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/doing-business-with-state-and-local-government/
LOCATION:Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)\, 300 Preston Ave\, Suite 201\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting
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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:20250320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250310T121710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T121720Z
UID:17094-1742472000-1742475600@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Home-Based Business: E-Commerce Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar where the Founder of Bloomist will guide you through practical strategies for running a successful online business. \nDrawing 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 to e-commerce and digital business management. \n\nHome-Based Business: E-Business Essentials \nSpeaker(s): Mike Zung Bloomist Founder | Investor | Mentor \nCo-Sponsor(s): Co-Sponsored by the Peninsula Home-Based Business Network (York County\, Hampton\, James City County\, Williamsburg\, Poquoson\, Newport News\, & Gloucester departments of Economic Development) \nQuestions? Please call 757-664-2592 \nREGISTER\n 
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/home-based-business-e-commerce-essentials/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:e-Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T135309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T143155Z
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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-35/
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:20250325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250218T135231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T135231Z
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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-34/
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:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T233000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250324T121326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T122527Z
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SUMMARY:Facts & Snacks: Hiring and Employment
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nTips for crafting job postings that attract the right candidates\nCommon pitfalls & how to avoid them\nInteractive exercises to evaluate & improve job listings\nInsights on local wages & hiring trends\nA quick look at Work In Culpeper\, a free platform to connect with local job seekers\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/facts-snacks-hiring-and-employment/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250310T122042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T122042Z
UID:17096-1743076800-1743082200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Keeping Up with Digital Marketing – ChatGPT
DESCRIPTION:What’s all the fuss about AI and ChatGPT? \nWhat AI tools are available\, and how can a small business use them to streamline customer service and marketing tasks? \nThis 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\, and the second half will be set aside for Q & A. \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\nPresenter: Cameron Nelson\, CEO of Tenzing Startup Consultants \nMr. Nelson has over 20 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. \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/keeping-up-with-digital-marketing-chatgpt/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250127T183850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T184004Z
UID:16705-1743148800-1743181200@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:Culpeper Competes Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:About Culpeper Competes\nTo 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 of launching or growing their business.  \nCompetitors will: \n\nAttend eight required business development courses\, Wednesday nights 5:00pm-7:00pm ET\nDevelop and submit a detailed business plan for scoring\nMeet with experienced advisors from Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)\nPitch competition is in person at the Town’s Economic Development Center\, 803 S. Main Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\n\nCulpeper Competes will award up to $30\,000 in business investment grants for start-up and existing businesses looking to expand with additional job creation in the Town of Culpeper\, Virginia.\nAPPLY
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/culpeper-competes-application-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Hybrid event - online/in person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003444
CREATED:20250313T104610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T104610Z
UID:17153-1743181200-1743188400@cvsbdc.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:BET 5: Money & Recordkeeping \nIn 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: \n\nMaking money\,\nAble to pay your bills\, and\nPositioned to access additional capital when needed.\n\nIn-person at the Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 S. Main Street\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701 or \nVIRTUAL event via Zoom \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/17153/
LOCATION:Culpeper Economic Development Center\, 803 South Main St\, Culpeper\, VA\, 22701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC)":MAILTO:events@cvsbdc.org
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