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SUMMARY:GSA Schedule Series - IT 70 (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:The GSA Information Technology (IT 70) schedule is the largest offering available from the Multiple Award Schedule program. At also $17 billion in RFP this schedule offers the opportunity for a twenty years continuous contract to do work with Federal Agencies. At the same time it can be a frustrating process with lots of complicated Government Regulations and forms? This training session has been designed to get you started. The conference leader is a well-known GSA schedule consultant who will work with you to familiarize you with the documentation and processes. During the course students will learn the fundamentals of submitting a successful proposal to for the IT70 program. This will enable companies to prepare their own proposals. Neither the PTAP nor the instructor can make any guarantee that the Government will actually issue a contract to the student’s company\, and the company is not required to submit a proposal. \nNote: If you are looking to apply to another schedule such as PSS\, this class will still help you understand the essentials of submitting a successful proposal to obtain a GSA Schedule contract award but all examples and case studies will be using IT70 as the background assumption for training. \nInstructor Gregory D. Ayres is a retired Army Medical Service Corps officer who worked with both large and small companies to develop GSA schedules. In 2000 Mr. Ayres founded a consulting firm to assist small business to qualify for GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) and grow their revenue. To date he has taught more than 80 single and multi-day training classes to more than 375 small companies. He has assisted with the development of more than 150 successful individual schedules awards and modifications through his consulting firm and has a 99% schedule award rate
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/gsa-schedule-series-it-70-leesburg/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Sales/Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181115T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T013153Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business In Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to start a business in Loudoun County? This workshop will help ensure you are prepared to start successfully. \nJoin this no-cost\, interactive session to learn: \n\nHow to determine what licenses and permits apply to your Loudoun business\nHow to figure out if your business idea will be profitable\nHow to begin marketing your business\nWhat critical business partnerships you need to get started\n\nLed by Small Business Development Center manager\, Eric Byrd\, we’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture successful\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. We will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-4/
LOCATION:Ashburn Public Library\, 43316 Hay Rd\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20181120T171857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T172058Z
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SUMMARY:SAIC presenting at Contractor Chat
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\nThis month’s event will feature SAIC’s Michael Townsend\, Senior Director\, Small Business Development and Utilization Office. Mr Townsend will share key information about how they work with small contractors. Mr. Townsend is the corporate point of contact for all small business matters related to their federal government\, state and local government customers and commercial small business vendors and partners. He is responsible for promoting small business utilization and outreach within the company\, government customers and industry. Mr. Townsend develops and implements SAIC small business processes in accordance with statutory requirements and is the Small Business Liaison Officer responsible for small business compliance and reporting. Additionally\, he oversees and manages SAIC’s small business special programs including Mentor-Protégé\, HBCU/MI and Ability One. \nA collaboration with SAIC encourages a company’s unique perspectives as they design\, develop\, and deliver products and services for our customers. SAIC looks to partner with suppliers and small businesses that provide complementary skills and niche-type offerings\, and with those committed to building a long-term relationship. Beyond subcontracting\, we also work with select companies in pursuing strategic small business set-aside contracts. Don’t miss this “holiday treat” designed to help further your business development efforts. \nWatch the following brief video to learn more about SAIC’s small business program. https://youtu.be/xcenYyPVhLw . Visit their website to learn other details regarding how they engage with small businesses. https://www.saic.com/suppliers-and-small-business. \nLunch is included. \nThe Contractor Chat event\, brought to you by the Mason Enterprise Center Loudoun\, provides insight into successful small contractors\, large prime contractors\, reps from government agencies\, and other resources. Each month features a contractor or resource person who shares strategies\, tips and tricks to grow your government contracting business successfully. This is also a great venue to meet new companies to team and partner with.  To learn more about how the Mason Enterprise Center can help your business grow visit our website: https://masonenterprisecenterloudoun.com/ \n\n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/saic-presenting-at-contractor-chat/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Sales/Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T201807Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Government Contract Accounting: \n-Major Contract types\n-Direct and Indirect cost\n-Cost Accumulation Structure\n-Indirect Cost Pools\n-Indirect Rates\n-Accounting for Unallowables\n-DCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\n-Accounting Policy and Procedures\n-Accounting & timesheet software options for contractors \nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review: \n-How to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\n-How to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\n-How to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\n-How to generate labor distribution report\n-How to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\n-How to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report \nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every day.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-2/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181213T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181006T162228Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business In Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to start a business in Loudoun County? This workshop will help ensure you are prepared to start successfully. \nJoin this no-cost\, interactive session to learn: \n\nHow to determine what licenses and permits apply to your Loudoun business\nHow to figure out if your business idea will be profitable\nHow to begin marketing your business\nWhat critical business partnerships you need to get started\n\nLed by Small Business Development Center manager\, Eric Byrd\, we’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture successful\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. We will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-5/
LOCATION:Cascades Public Library\, 21030 Whitfield Place\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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GEO:39.0332507;-77.3948552
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T192050Z
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SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth-3/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20181130T192033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T192039Z
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SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth-2/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20181130T191916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T191916Z
UID:9984-1544724000-1544731200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T193000
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CREATED:20181217T164912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T164912Z
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SUMMARY:What Google Wants
DESCRIPTION:Meet\, drink and talk Tech in a preview of a new series. Join us on Tuesday\, December 18 at 6:30 p.m. to learn about “What Google Wants”. We will examine what Google looks for in web-based content and what you should (and shouldn’t) be doing to get your business\, website\, or blog found and ranked well in Google searches. In addition\, get other useful tips for using Google more effectively. Presented by Greg Fontaine who has been both a business owner and technology instructor for more than 20 years and an internet developer and consultant for more than 30 years.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/what-google-wants/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Technology
GEO:39.0238995;-77.4553148
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20181226T145444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T145444Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Government Contract Accounting \n\nMajor Contract types\nDirect and Indirect cost\nCost Accumulation Structure\nIndirect Cost Pools\nIndirect Rates\nAccounting for Unallowables\nDCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\nAccounting Policy and Procedures\nAccounting & timesheet software options for contractors\n\nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review \n\nHow to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\nHow to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\nHow to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\nHow to generate labor distribution report\nHow to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\nHow to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report\n\nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-3/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190104T140633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T140633Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of GoFundamentals of Government Contract Accountingvernment Contract Accounting \n\nMajor Contract types\nDirect and Indirect cost\nCost Accumulation Structure\nIndirect Cost Pools\nIndirect Rates\nAccounting for Unallowables\nDCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\nAccounting Policy and Procedures\nAccounting & timesheet software options for contractors\n\nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review \n\nHow to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\nHow to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\nHow to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\nHow to generate labor distribution report\nHow to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\nHow to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report\n\nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every day.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-4/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20181226T145438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T145438Z
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SUMMARY:Successful Teaming Agreements and Subcontracts (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to teach and help small business negotiate and leverage relationships with large businesses\, other small businesses\, and individuals to create successful teaming and subcontract relationships. We will examine the purpose of these agreements\, examine the meaning of various provisions contained in these agreements\, and discuss strategies for negotiations. \nThe seminar will be taught by Ken Brody\, a founding partner of the law firm of David\, Brody and Dondershine\, LLP in Reston\, Virginia. Ken has over forty years of experience dealing with procurement issues\, as a trial attorney with the Department of the Navy\, and for the past 30 years in private practice. His practice focuses on representing government contractors\, particularly small businesses\, on all aspects of government contracting\, including negotiating agreements\, regulatory requirements\, the small business programs\, bid protests and litigating contract disputes. He also teaches classes for PTAP on Debriefs and Bid Protests and on the Government-wide Mentor-Protégé Program. Additional information about Ken’s practice and experience can be found at his firm’s website: www.dbd-law.com.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/successful-teaming-agreements-and-subcontracts-leesburg/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190131T212455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T212455Z
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SUMMARY:Contractors Chat: HUBZone Quarterly
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\nContractor Chat this month hosts the HUBZone Quarterly meeting. Our special guest this month is Brian Lederhouse\, SBA Business Opportunity Specialist. \nAmong other duties Mr. Lederhouse reviews HUBZone applications and trains new reviewers at the SBA. He will share key aspects and address attendee questions regarding applications and compliance issues. Come learn from Brian\, so you are able to take full advantage of this key set-aside program. \nThis event provides insight into successful small contractors\, large prime contractors\, reps from government agencies\, and other resources. Each month features a contractor or resource person who shares strategies\, tips and tricks to grow your government contracting business successfully. This is also a great venue to meet new companies to team and partner with. \nLunch is provided. \n\nPlease click here to sign up
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/contractors-chat-hubzone-quarterly/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Sales/Procurement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190116T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T211319Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Loudoun County
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. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-8/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T155015Z
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SUMMARY:Responding to RFPs (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to answer a concern we hear frequently\, namely: “We want to submit government proposals but we don’t know how to understand the RFP and we don’t know what we need to do to ensure a compliant & winning proposal.” Whether you are new to government contracting or have some experience submitting unsuccessful proposals\, this workshop will answer your questions\, explain how to develop and implement proven processes to create winning proposals\, and recommend plans for long-term success. \nTopics we’ll cover include: \n\nHow the procurement timeline affects your actions\nUnderstanding the government requirements (RFPs\, RFQs\, Sources Sought\, RFIs\, Pre-solicitation Notices\, Capability Statements)\nShould you bid\, or not? And why?\nHow to plan and develop proposal schedules\, outlines\, resources\nImplementing proposal compliance & quality assurance and processes\nEstablishing repeatable processes such as those used daily by successful small and large prime contractors
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/responding-to-rfps-leesburg-3/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190110T164936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T164936Z
UID:10319-1553166000-1553180400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Loudoun County
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. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-7/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
GEO:39.1235483;-77.5677631
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190110T164735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T164735Z
UID:10321-1555585200-1555599600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Loudoun County
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. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \nIf you answered “yes” or are wondering about those\, or other\, questions this group session is for you. \nCome learn the answer to these and other questions at this NO COST interactive group session. We’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture profitable and how to ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. We will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center. \nSpeaker: Eric Byrd
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-6/
LOCATION:Ashburn Public Library\, 43316 Hay Rd\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T215610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T210111Z
UID:10503-1557129600-1557165600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun Small Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Small Business Conference\nThe 2019 Loudoun Small Business Conference features valuable seminars and presentations from industry experts to help small business owners\, startups and entrepreneurs take their business to the next level. \nThe keynote address and breakout sessions are designed to help you gain valuable insight into trends affecting today’s small businesses and to give you tools to help your business thrive. \nThis full-day event offers exclusive networking opportunities and information on business-critical topics\, including: \n\nhiring employees;\nsales strategies;\nsocial media;\nfinding advisors and mentors;\nmarketing strategies;\nways to grow your business;\nand creative ways to finance your business.\n\nWe have gathered some of the best speakers in the business who will educate you\, not sell their services. You will walk away with new knowledge that can help your business succeed in today’s economy. \nSign Up Today
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-small-business-conference-2/
LOCATION:Dulles Airport Marriott\, 45020 Aviation Drive\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
GEO:38.9454276;-77.4536094
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T214325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T215504Z
UID:10501-1557129600-1557507600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun Small Business Week 2019: Shaping Your Future
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Small Business Week 2019: Shaping Your Future\nJoin us for an exciting week of programming designed to help take your small business to the next level. \nClick on the buttons below for a full description of each event: \nMonday\nLoudoun Small Business Conference\nTuesday\nCreate Experiences That Attract Customers\nGrow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market\nPrototyping Loudoun's Future for Highly Specialized Manfacturing\nWednesday\n1 Million Cups - Loudoun\nBusiness Without Borders\nLeesburg Business Awards\nThursday\nBusiness @ Breakfast Networking Event\nStart Your Business in Loudoun\nBig Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute\nCybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-small-business-week-2019-shaping-your-future/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T100000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T224929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T175020Z
UID:10505-1557217800-1557223200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Create Experiences That Attract Customers
DESCRIPTION:Create Experiences That Attract Customers\nIn a world where customers can buy almost everything online\, they need a reason to visit your business in person. Find out how to create experiences that will attract consumers\, build customer loyalty\, and increase revenue. \nYou’ll get to see how this works in action: this event will be held at the award-winning Belfort Furniture\, where you’ll enjoy a tasty breakfast along with morning cocktails generously provided by our hosts. You can’t beat learning experiential retail strategies while relaxing in a comfy showroom! \nPresenters:\n\nThe Old Luckett’s Store: Suzanne Eblen\, Owner\nBlend Coffee: Mimi Backhausen\, Owner\nBelfort Furniture: Matt Huber\, Executive Vice President\nKetterman’s Jewlers: Tammi Ketterman\, Owner\n\nRegister today:\n                      Create Experiences That Attract Customers                                                      First Name*    Last Name:*    How many people attending?*    Email:*    Are you the business owner?YesNo    Organization:SubmitReset
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leveraging-experiential-retail-to-increase-foot-traffic/
LOCATION:Belfort Furniture\, 22250 Shaw Road\, VA\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T230006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145844Z
UID:10510-1557228600-1557239400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market\nCongratulations! You had a successful season at the farmers market and are ready to explore new sales opportunities for your business. But how do you get started? \nYou are invited to learn from your peers that have made successful transitions from farmers markets to further their business growth. \nWe have assembled a panel of rural entrepreneurs who will provide you with case studies on their own business expansion efforts\, followed by a Q&A session. \nThe discussion will focus on food cooperatives\, farm-to-chef agreements\, retail sales\, and wholesale opportunities. \nOur Panel:\n\nAlicia Swanstrom\, Owner/Elixir Mixer at Greenheart Juice\nTyler Wegmeyer\, President at Wegmeyer Farms\nKelly Capritta\, General Manager at Catoctin Coffee\nDavid Giusti\, Second Spring Farm\n\nThis event registration has closed. If you would like to be added to the waiting list\, please contact John Magistro.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/grow-your-business-outside-of-the-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Loudoun Extension Office\, 750 Miller Dr SE\, Leesburg
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T231306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T202941Z
UID:10513-1557250200-1557257400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Prototyping Loudoun’s Future for Highly Specialized Manufacturing\nAdvanced manufacturing companies locating in Loudoun benefit from critical local infrastructure\, including power\, transportation and a developed supply chain. \nAs we continue to grow this industry\, engaging with the community is crucial to developing and attracting the resources and businesses that can help manufacturing grow. \nDuring Small Business Week\, you are invited to a meeting of the leading manufacturing minds in Loudoun County\, to discuss what’s next. The goal of the event is to highlight projects and opportunities in the region that will help Loudoun to stay at the cutting edge of manufacturing. \nExpect to hear about multiple facets of the future of manufacturing in Loudoun including workforce\, industry trends\, manufacturing education and product innovation. \nConfirmed Panelists:\n\nBenjamin Moses\, Technical Director\, AMT\nJoe Travez\, CEO\, Protoype Productions Incorporated\nCallye Keen\, Design Manager\, K-form and President\, Red Blue Collective\nChad Knights\, Provost of Information and Engineering Technologies\, Northern Virginia Community College\n\nCome network with experts in the advanced manufacturing industry and help unlock the potential of advanced manufacturing in Loudoun. \nJoin us at the George Washington University’s Exploration Building first floor auditorium (20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn VA 20147). \nRSVP Today:\n                      Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing                                                      First Name*    Last Name:*    Email:*    Organization:*    Job Title:*    Are you the business owner?*YesNo    Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/prototyping-loudouns-future-for-highly-specialized-manufacturing/
LOCATION:GWU Science and Technology Campus\, 20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T100000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T234037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T192125Z
UID:10517-1557306000-1557309600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:1 Million Cups-Loudoun
DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups-Loudoun\nThe 1 Million Cups-Loudoun program has helped over 200 founders identify new opportunities for their business. \nThis forum has been the first stop for many of Loudoun’s successful startups and continues to be an important entry point for many of today’s great business ideas. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week come out to meet Om Suthar\, founder and CEO of SQRL. SQRL is a platform for small business owners who want to provide an effective and valuable wellness program to their workforce\, but have been priced out by their insurance plan. Learn more about at www.sqrl.me \nWhy your business should present: \n\nGet solutions for a business challenge from an engaged and supportive audience;\nValidate that your product or service is the right fit for your customer;\nCrowdsource new ideas for sales and marketing\, go-to-market strategy or funding that you may not have considered previously;\nPractice how you deliver the presentation of your business or idea.\n\nWhat you can expect as an attendee: \n\nOne business owner presents their business each week and provides a challenge or opportunity that they are working on;\nThe audience is asked to help provide solutions and ideas for the owner to consider;\nNetworking with other business owners and Loudoun community resources.\n\nLearn more about the history and growth 1 Million Cups across the country. \nSign Up Today
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-loudoun/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190130T233519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T201325Z
UID:10515-1557316800-1557322200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Business Without Borders
DESCRIPTION:Business Without Borders\nLoudoun’s international business base consists of more than 120 companies\, representing at least 27 countries. \nWhy have so many chosen to locate in Loudoun? With easy access to Washington\, D.C.\, a talented workforce\, and a base of public and private customers\, Loudoun has been a great place for U.S. or North American headquarters\, research and development facilities or sales offices. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week\, come hear from several international firms operating in Loudoun\, as they discuss the unique advantages of operating here. \nLooking to expand your company to the United States? Meet with our International Business Development Manager\, Robert McCollar\, to learn more about the #LoudounPossible opportunities. \nPresenters:\nBrian Lenihan\, Executive Director\, SelectUSA \nFelix Specht\, Managing Director\, Biogrund \nAmir Hadzimehmedovic\, General Manager\, Ferrari Maserati of Washington \nRegister today:\n                      Business Without Borders                                                      First Name*    Last Name:*    Email:*    Organization:*    Job Title:*    Are you the business owner?*YesNo    Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/why-international-businesses-choose-loudoun/
LOCATION:The Bungalow Lakehouse\, 46116 Lake Center Plaza\, Sterling\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement
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GEO:39.0329548;-77.4035824
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Bungalow Lakehouse 46116 Lake Center Plaza Sterling VA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=46116 Lake Center Plaza:geo:-77.4035824,39.0329548
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190419T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T185049Z
UID:11207-1557325800-1557336600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Price to Win – It's More than Just Pricing (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:In today’s market price is a big factor in submitting a winning proposal. However that is only part of the story. There are a number of variables that need to be addressed before you develop a price. This presentation will explore all the dimensions of developing a company culture\, structure and strategy that\, once established\, position you to develop a Price to Win. \n\nMarket Trends – What to Expect in Today’s Environment\nWhat’s Right for Me? – Business Development and Marketing Strategies\n\nEstablishing a Marketing/BD Culture\nCompetition Management\n\n\n\n\nWinning – Proposal and Pricing Strategies\n\nWin Strategy\nPrice To Win\nProposal Management\n\n\n\nInstructor Gary Fitch will discuss strategies his team used to grow Gray Hawk Systems to $100M in sales in nine years\, Kingfisher Systems from $0-$42M revenue in seven years with $500M in outstanding proposals\, and White Owl Systems from $0-$3.5M run rate in 24 months. \nGary Fitch has a broad background across all public sector markets. He is an Entrepreneur\, Subject Matter Expert and Consultant to small-and medium-sized businesses on Strategic Planning\, Proposals\, Price-to-Win Analyses\, CPSR Compliant Contracts/Subcontracts\, GSA Schedules\, Cost Estimating/Financial Analysis\, Burden Rates Development\, and DCAA Compliance.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/price-to-win-its-more-than-just-pricing-leesburg/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190131T142355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T135510Z
UID:10522-1557338400-1557345600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Leesburg Business Awards
DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Today
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leesburg-business-awards-2/
LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T090000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190131T143532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T205946Z
UID:10527-1557387000-1557392400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Business @ Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Business @ Breakfast\nGrab your business cards and join the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce at their Business @ Breakfast monthly roundtable networking event. \nConnect with 100+ Chamber members from a wide range of businesses during an event consistently named the favorite networking event of the year. \nThis month\, our department is the signature sponsor for this event\, as we celebrate Loudoun Small Business Week 2019. \nThe program will include a presentation from Rural Business Development Manager John Magistro to promote the upcoming Loudoun Spring Farm Tour\, and discuss additional business opportunities to engage with Loudoun farms. \nSign Up Today
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-breakfast/
LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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GEO:39.0655407;-77.4871239
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190131T144726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T210327Z
UID:10529-1557399600-1557414000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Start Your Business in Loudoun
DESCRIPTION:Start Your Business in Loudoun\nDo you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? \nMaybe 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. Perhaps you may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. \nIf you answered “yes\,” or have other questions about getting your business started\, then this group session is for you. \nNavigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and determining which licenses you need to launch can be a daunting task. We’re here to make it easier. \nCome learn the answer to these and other questions at this *no cost* interactive group session. We’ll answer questions\, talk about what will make your new venture profitable\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. \nWe will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center. \nSign Up Today
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business-in-loudoun/
LOCATION:Gum Spring Public Library\, 24600 Millstream Drive\, Aldie\, VA\, 20105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
GEO:38.9370917;-77.5465112
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190131T165222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T200145Z
UID:10531-1557401400-1557406800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Healthcare's Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute
DESCRIPTION:Healthcare’s Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility.\nWith the digitization of healthcare information\, the industry is taking advantage of tools in big data and analytics to improve the quality of patient care. \nAs a business sector\, healthcare data analytics is expected to be an industry worth more than $68 billion by 2024\, and it’s an area where Loudoun can lead. The key is Loudoun’s greatest manmade asset: fiber. \nInterested in learning more about how Loudoun businesses are creating opportunities in the field? Join us for a Loudoun Small Business Week discussion on how healthcare is ready to leverage big data right here in Loudoun County. \nIntro and Welcome:\nJohn Wood\, Telos\, CEO and Chairman of the Board \nPresenters:\n \nBruce Kimmel\, Vidrio Technologies\, CEO \n \nJeffrey Gallagher\, Virginia Bio\, CEO \n \nMike Perham\, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia\, Director\, Innovations and External Relations \nVideo: \n \nDaniel Golding\, Google\, Global Planning and Design Lead\, Datacenter Networks\, Google \nModerator: \n \nSarah Price\, Loudoun County Economic Development\, Business Development Manager \n  \nThanks to Telos Corp.\, our host for this in-depth panel. \n \n\n\n\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/big-data-dark-fiber-and-the-power-to-compute/
LOCATION:Telos Corporation\, 19886 Ashburn Road\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260519T175144
CREATED:20190214T215604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145502Z
UID:10787-1557423000-1557428400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery\nCybersecurity risks and regulations continue to evolve making it difficult for any business to keep pace\, especially small firms with fewer resources. \nIn spite of the growing complexities in securing your business and customer data\, there are best practices that any small business can implement to protect their assets. \nWe have assembled a panel of cybersecurity experts from the small-to-midsized business community. These professionals invite you to learn about simple processes and tools that you organization can implement to safeguard business and customer information. \nFollowing each presentation will be a moderated discussion and opportunity for questions from the audience. \nPresenters:\nTim Reichert\, CEO Energy Sherlock \nTim Reichert is a respected executive with a distinguished career that spans more than 25 years in the fields of energy conservation services\, technology development/implementation and business development. He has extensive experience in energy/commercial real estate services\, engineering-based cost segregation\, property evaluations and leading high-performance sales/marketing organizations \nSindi Major Martinez\, CEO CEM Solutions Group  \nAs a management & technology consultant\, Sindi focuses on helping clients develop and execute business and technology strategies in alignment with their strategic goals and objectives. For more than 20 years\, she has served as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and senior managers across multiple industries including healthcare\, legal\, marketing\, nonprofit and government contracting organizations. \nModerator:\nDennis Brouwer\, Loudoun County Economic Development  \nAs the Business Development Manager for Cybersecurity\, Dennis works with cyber-focused companies to help them invest and grow in Loudoun County. He has led product management organizations focused on networking and security services for over 20 years\, and has served as General Manager of a global\, $300m IT services business. Dennis is a former holder of the CISSP credential and a frequent speaker on the challenges and opportunities of leading in the age of cyber. \nRSVP Today:\n                      Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business                                                      First Name*    Last Name:*    Email:*    Organization:*    Job Title:*    Are you the business owner?*YesNo    Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/cybersecurity-best-practices-for-small-business-2/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology
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GEO:39.0238995;-77.4553148
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