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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: KPIs for Success: Measuring What Matters in Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the March Lunch and Learn: KPIs for Success: Measuring What Matters in Your Business \nDo you have the real-time answers you need to run your daily business operations and ensure year-over-year growth? \nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nHow to choose optimal KPIs that align with your business needs\nHow to utilize all available data across your business systems\nHow to use business intelligence to ensure that you have the real-time insights you need to perform optimally and grow your business\n\nMeet Your March Speaker: Melanie Elliott\, PhD \n \nMelanie Elliott\, PhD has over 20 years of experience with achieving transformational growth for businesses through both direct leadership and as a consultant. Dr. Elliott utilizes her expertise in data and analytics to assist businesses with end-to-end data strategy & implementation\, including software selection and implementation\, data warehousing\, data cleaning/transformation\, research\, planning and calculation of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and other metrics\, as well as data analysis\, visualization\, interpretation\, and action planning. She works with companies at all levels from small businesses and start-ups to large organizations. In her spare time\, she also enjoys providing curated wine tastings as Certified Wine Educator. \nRegister here.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn-03-18-2025/
LOCATION:Hillsboro Old Stone School\, 37098 Charles Town Pike\, Hillsboro\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Procurement in Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative procurement session tailored for small business owners\, where you’ll gain valuable insights into contracting opportunities and how to navigate the procurement process. Representatives from Loudoun County Procurement\, LCPS (Loudoun County Public Schools)\, Loudoun Water\, and the Town of Leesburg will share key information on bidding\, compliance\, and how small businesses can effectively compete for local government contracts. This session is a unique opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers\, ask questions\, and learn how to grow your business by tapping into public sector opportunities. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network and knowledge! \nRegister using THIS LINK. \nTresha Taylor – Contract Administration Specialist\, Loudoun County Division of Procurement \nTresha Taylor is the Contract Administration Specialist in the Department of Finance and Procurement\, Division of Procurement\, based in Loudoun County\, Virginia. She plays a crucial role in supporting departmental Contract Administrators (CAs) by addressing contract issues and disputes\, providing training on contract administration\, guiding departments and contractors in fulfilling contract duties\, and facilitating communication between the business community and the County’s Procurement Division. \nWith over 30 years of experience in federal\, state\, and local procurement\, Tresha brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Prior to joining the County\, she worked at George Mason University’s Enterprise Center/Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, where she assisted\, counseled\, and trained business owners on government contracting. Tresha’s background also includes over 25 years as a Senior Business Manager for a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned Small Business IT Services Contractor. \nAndrea Philyaw – Director of Procurement & Risk Management Services\, LCPS \nWith 25+ years of experience\, Andrea Philyaw leads Loudoun County Public Schools’ Procurement/Risk Management department. She’s also a trainer for procurement professionals and the incoming president of the state procurement association. \nAmy Bevins – Procurement Manager\, Loudoun Water \nWith 18 years of experience\, Amy Bevins leads Loudoun Water’s procurement team\, ensuring efficient and compliant acquisition of essential resources. A Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB)\, Amy leverages her expertise to support her team of 4 procurement professionals.  She’s actively involved in NIGP and VAGP\, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in public procurement. \nKelly Neff – Buyer\, Town of Leesburg \nKelly Neff has an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and over ten years of experience in Finance\, specifically nine of those years in government finance. For the last seven years\, she has served as a buyer for the Town of Leesburg\, Virginia. She is a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)\, Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) and Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA). She is also an active member of the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP)\, and the Virginia Association of Governmental Purchasing (VAGP).
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/procurement-in-loudoun-county/
LOCATION:The Great Xcape Loudoun\, 21100 Dulles Town Circle\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Loudoun CyberTech: Cutting Through the Hype: Making Smart Choices in a Chaotic AI Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025\, for the next Loudoun CyberTech Event at Old Ox Brewery\, in Ashburn! \nWant a custom name tag to enhance your networking opportunities? Register HERE for this event and we’ll have it waiting for you at the door! \nWe are excited to bring you a fireside chat featuring RavenTek! Brett Lucas\, the Director of AI\, and Ryan Coleman\, the VP of Sales\, will discuss how to cut through the hype of Artificial Intelligence and enable intelligent decision making in this chaotic market. \nBrett Lucas currently leads AI strategy and development at RavenTek. His work developing the AI platform and Peraton and as the former Chief Data Scientist for the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) where he built AI tools to solve international crises enables him to put RavenTek at the forefront of AI innovation. \nRyan Coleman’s focus is building world class cybersecurity\, observability\, and digital transformation solutions at RavenTek. This includes the company’s newest venture – ManagedDEX\, a service that enables organizations to improve employee satisfaction\, productivity\, and engagement. For over 15 years\, Ryan has built enterprise sales organizations in the enterprise data collection\, data analytics\, SaaS\, and cybersecurity markets. \nJoin us as RavenTek explores how to chart a path through the AI minefield and how to help build your winning AI strategy! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome\n6:15 Fireside Chat – Brett Lucas & Ryan Coleman\, RavenTek\n6:45 Q&A\n6:50 Open Mic & Networking Continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nMarch Thank You!\nThank you to our March 4th guests\, Kelly McCracken\, Yasmin Abdi\, Sara Lazarus\, Sheryl Tolbert\, and Gabby Smyth! It’s inspiring to hear how so many different paths led these incredible women to a career in Cybersecurity. Remember – say YES to the project – it’s okay to learn as you go!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-cybertech-apr-8-2025/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Meet the Primes hosted by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
DESCRIPTION:This event is at maximum capacity and will not be accepting additional registrations. \nMeet the General Contractors! \nJoin us for a dynamic networking event presented by Loudoun County Economic Development and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA). This gathering brings together leading professionals in construction and development\, offering you the opportunity to connect with general contractors\, learn about upcoming projects. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or explore new collaboration opportunities\, this event provides the perfect platform to engage with industry experts and elevate your business. \nRegister: This event is at maximum capacity and will not be accepting additional registrations. \nDate: April 15th \nTime: 11am-1pm \nLocation: Washington Dulles Airport\, East Ground Transportation Center \nDirections to Event: Enter the airport through Arrival Door 7\, located on the lower level\, and the event will be located to the left of baggage claim in the Conference Center. The event will be across from Baggage Claim 1 & 2. \n \nParking: Guests are advised to park in the Terminal Parking on the lower level. This parking lot will be directly located across from the entrance of the event. The cost to park is $7/hr. Parking will not be validated. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to meet the contractors shaping the future of our region. Register now and secure your spot! \nLunch provided courtesy of John Marshall Bank.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn-04-15-2025/
LOCATION:Dulles Airport\, 1 Saarinen Circle\, Dulles\, 20166
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,For Businesses,Networking
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SUMMARY:Loudoun CyberTech: Disruptive Cyber: How America’s Readiness Enables the Mission to Fight and Win
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025\, for our next Loudoun CyberTech Event at our new venue Honor Brewing Company at 42604 Trade West Dr\, Sterling\, VA 20166! \n\nWant a custom name tag to enhance your networking opportunities? Register for this event and we’ll have it waiting for you at the door! https://share.hsforms.com/1fH_B4Z08RqylhdUAMseSPAdwxz1 \nWe are excited to host an amazing spotlight speaker this month – Renata C. Spinks – McNeal\, Founder and CEO of the Tech startup\, CyberSec International! Renata is a decorated US Army combat veteran and multi – award winner recognized for her delivery of technology and cyber operations and solutions. As a career SES who most recently served as the Assistant Director of IT for IC4 (Information\, Communications\, Computers\, Command and Control) for the Unites States Marines\, as well as the CISO –Senior Information Security Officer/Authorizing Official for the service\, she also served as the Inaugural Cyber Technology Officer at Marine Forces Cyber and Space Command. \nJoin us as Renata discusses how a unified commitment to fortify America’s cyber capabilities and securing our future in an interconnected world\, using real world scenarios\, her experiences and relevant key advancements\, keeps us disrupting the cyberspace domain – Fighting and Winning! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome\n6:15 Spotlight Presentation – Renata C. Spinks – McNeal\n6:45 Q&A\n6:50 Open Mic & Networking Continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nApril Thank You!\nThank you to our April 8th guests from RavenTek’s Brett Lucas\, Ryan Coleman and moderator Matt Parsons – we appreciate your AI expertise and wonderful insight which you shared with our attendees!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-cybertech-may-6-2025/
LOCATION:Honor Brewing Company\, 42604 Trade West Dr.\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Description: As a new entrepreneur\, you’ll need more than good products or services to grow your business. It’s also important to have strong customer-focused marketing strategies to reach your audience and turn them into loyal customers. \nRegister HERE. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn how to: \n\nCreate a compelling brand\nDefine your audience\nConvert customers\nBuild loyalty and advocacy\n\nSpeaker: Sterling McKinley \n \nSterling McKinley\, is a successful digital marketing expert and keynote speaker who is passionate about digital equity. As the founder of Diversify Digital\, he helps entrepreneurs and businesses enhance their digital skills\, enabling them to thrive in the ever-changing digital landscape. Sterling has over 15 years of experience in digital marketing and has held various roles with the Department of Defense\, Sprint\, Bridgestone Golf\, and the Maryland Department of Tourism & Commerce \nThis event is in partnership with Latino Economic Development Center and Grow with Google. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn-launch-your-business-with-customer-focused-marketing/
LOCATION:Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center\, 46105 Loudoun Park Ln.\, Sterling\, VA 20164
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Loudoun CyberTech: Hiring + HR Excellence
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, June 3\, 2025\, for the next Loudoun CyberTech Event in Loudoun! The event will be held at Honor Brewing Company\, 42604 Trade West Drive in Sterling. \nWant a custom name tag to enhance your networking opportunities? Register here now: June Registration and we’ll have it waiting for you at the door! \nThis month\, we are thrilled to host an awesome cyber workforce panel with industry experts from Verge Talent Partners and Catch Talent! They will unveil effective hiring and HR strategies that directly accelerate business growth and position your organization as an employer (and employee!) of choice. With their extensive experience and expertise\, there will be something for both employers and employees to take away from the discussion! \nJoining us will be the Co-founder and Principal of Verge Talent Partners\, Jen Tress. Jen has guided countless organizations in consulting and strategy\, over her 20+ year career. Also on the panel\, representing Verge\, is Eloise Thome. Eloise leads the private sector practice\, working with a wide range of sectors – including cybersecurity & technology!\nOn the panel for Catch Talent is Christina Lock\, the Founder and CEO. Christina leads the delivery of technical recruiting services to growing technology\, creative\, and government contracting companies. Thomas Bohrnstedt\, the President and Co-founder at Catch Talent\, will round out the workforce panel. Thomas works with an array of technology\, creative\, DoD\, and Government clients to scale and grow their businesses. \nDiscover how successful technology and cybersecurity firms are transforming talent management into a strategic business advantage—building compelling employer brands\, attracting specialized technical experts their competitors miss\, and implementing proven retention practices that inspire loyalty while driving innovation. \nJoin us to gain practical tools that immediately strengthen your competitive position in today’s challenging cybersecurity landscape! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome\n6:15 Panel Presentation – Verge Talent Partners & Catch Talent\n6:45 Q&A\n6:50 Open Mic & Networking Continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nMay Loudoun CyberTech Thank You!\nThank you to our May 6th guest\, Renata C. Spinks\, Founder and CEO of CyberSec International! We got a masterclass in cyber resilience and leadership and a reminder that cyber strength is rooted in humility\, tactical patience\, and the courage to lead without fear.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-cybertech-june-3-2025/
LOCATION:Honor Brewing Company\, 42604 Trade West Dr.\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Unlocking Funding for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful workshop where three seasoned bankers will share their expertise on securing funding for your small business. Whether you’re looking for traditional loans\, or alternative financing options\, this panel will guide you through the process and offer practical tips to enhance your chances of success. Gain valuable insights directly from those in the financial industry and learn what lenders are really looking for when evaluating small business funding applications. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the financial resources your business needs to grow and thrive! \nRegister here: https://share.hsforms.com/1ShXcTKoLTtGWVVd4AA6r8Adwxz1 \nMeet our Panelists: \n \nPete Nadanyi – John Marhsall Bank \nI am the Loudoun County Regional Executive for John Marhsall Bank and serve as the market leader while also managing the commercial lending activities for Loudoun County.  I am a career banker with 35 plus years of experience.  Prior to joining John Marshall Bank in 2022\, I served as the Executive Vice President for Virginia National Bank (formerly The Fauquier Bank).  My banking career started in 1989 when I joined First Virginia Bank’s Management Trainee program.  After rising to a banking center Regional Manager\, I then transitioned to a Market Executive in Commercial Banking with BB&T in 2003 upon the merger of First Virginia Bank (FVB) and BB&T.  My career in community banking started in 2019 when I joined The Fauquier Bank after a 29 year career with BB&T / FVB. \n \nJohn Bell – First Citizens Bank \nJohn has over 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. As a graduate of the University of Maryland\, he holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and played baseball on the Terps baseball team. Over the past 25 years\, John has lived in Leesburg Va. with his wife of 36 years where they raised three boys. \nAs Vice President and the Financial Sales Manager of the Leesburg office at First Citizens Bank\, he has the privilege of working within the community to support small business owners by delivering strategic financial solutions\, fostering client relationships\, and driving community focused growth. \nHe began his Banking career in 1989 as a Personal Banker at Perpetual Savings Bank. Over the next 20 years\, he performed many roles at Crestar Bank and then SunTrust Bank within the Retail division including Branch Manager and Area Manager. \nFrom 2008 through 2010 John worked in the Commercial division at SunTrust Bank as a Business Banking Team Leader in the Northern Virginia Market. John also spent 14 years with Sandy Spring Bank as a Regional Manager in the Northern Virginia\, District of Columbia and Montgomery County\, Maryland markets. \n \nMichelle Arnold – MVB Bank \nMichelle Arnold is a dedicated Small Business Commercial Loan Officer at MVB Bank\, where she plays a key role in supporting small business owners across Northern Virginia. \nMichelle brings a wealth of experience helping business owners secure the financing they need to grow and thrive.  Her diverse background spans commercial lending\, retail banking\, and personal financial consulting\, equipping her with a unique perspective on both business and individual financial needs. \nAs part of MVB’s community-focused lending team\, Michelle provides tailored financing in commercial real estate\, equipment\, working capital\, and other business needs. \nMichelle is known not only for her expertise\, but also for her genuine commitment to building lasting relationships and supporting the local business chamber community. \nShe’s actively involved in regional networking initiatives and is passionate about helping businesses navigate their financial journeys toward lasting success. \nRegister here: https://share.hsforms.com/1ShXcTKoLTtGWVVd4AA6r8Adwxz1
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn-06-17-2025/
LOCATION:Waterford Old School Auditorium\, 40222 Fairfax St #142-b\, Waterford\, VA\, 20197
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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