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SUMMARY:Virtual  Cyber Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Cyber Careers\, meet and network with employers. Interact with VA Cyber Academies and view job postings. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-cyber-career-fair/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T160000
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SUMMARY:Entry-Level Professionals Virtual Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:If you are an early-career professional or a recent (or soon-to-be) college graduate looking to launch your career at a leading company in your field\, you’ve come to the right place. \nOn May 20\, interview with 25 top companies in Northern Virginia—just outside of D.C.— which are looking to add bright candidates early in their careers like yourself to their teams. Early-career professionals in industries ranging from IT and web design\, to business\, to marketing (to name a few) will have the opportunity to connect and interview in real-time with some of the most innovative\, hiring companies in Northern Virginia. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/entry-level-professionals-virtual-career-fair/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210507T174047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T174047Z
UID:18249-1621857600-1621861200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Women and Registered Apprenticeship – Ask a Tradeswoman!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, May 24\, 2021 when 4 women in the Construction and Building Trades come together for a panel discussion on being a woman in these industries and how RA can help reshape the mold of what a Construction Worker looks like
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/women-and-registered-apprenticeship-ask-a-tradeswoman/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210518T131546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T131546Z
UID:18308-1621967400-1621972800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:AGENCY INSIDER: FEDERAL CAREERS IN CYBERSECURITY
DESCRIPTION:As society becomes more reliant on technology the need for people who will protect these systems increases. Come learn about the many career opportunities in one of the US Government’s newest and most-compelling missions: cybersecurity. \nAnd hear this: \nAs of September 2020\, over one in three cybersecurity jobs in the federal government were unfilled. \nOur expert panel will discuss how they entered the federal cybersecurity workforce\, what their career progression looked like\, and how you can become competitive for technical and mission-support positions in federal cybersecurity.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/agency-insider-federal-careers-in-cybersecurity/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210505T210225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T194325Z
UID:18214-1622041200-1622044800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:VRLTA Fairfax-Loudoun Chapter 2nd Quarter Event
DESCRIPTION:Emily Brillanti\, Senior DMO Client Partner at Trip Advisor.  Emily will be reviewing exciting new updates from Tripadvisor\, including their new Travel Safe program that hotels\, attractions\, and restaurants can utilize now\, and TripAdvisor Plus\, Tripadvisor’s first-of-its-kind travel membership program that hotels can access to help drive demand\, and increase bookings. \nJackie Franchi\, Vice President of Marketing & Sales for Visit Fairfax and Beth Erickson\,  President & CEO of Visit Loudoun will also provide updates.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vrlta-fairfax-loudoun-chapter-2nd-quarter-event/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210520T205304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T205304Z
UID:18338-1622116800-1622120400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCEP) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCEP) Information Session The Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) serves low-income persons age 55 and older who are unemployed.  SCSEP focuses on the needs of mature workers in the community. Participants receive a stipend while attending trainings\, searching for a job\, building or enhancing their skills at a local non-profit organization\, and more.   We invite you to join our information session to learn about this great opportunity!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/senior-community-services-employment-program-scep-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210415T183258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T183258Z
UID:17959-1622116800-1622124000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Unlocking the Potential of the Veteran and Military Spouse Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, around 200\,000 service members transition to civilian life\, but many employers are unsure how to recruit and retain this important segment of the workforce. We also know that military spouses are an often untapped talent pool. Of the 600\,000-plus military spouses\, the Department of Defense estimates 25% are unemployed. \nIn this fast-paced webinar\, we will share:\n– Why organizations should consider hiring veterans and military spouses\n– Benefits of hiring from these underutilized talent pools\n– What’s keeping employers from maximizing the potential of the veteran workforce\n– Solutions for better veteran hiring\n– Tools to assist your organization with reaching veterans and military spouses \nThis webinar is a part of the SHRM and USAA Foundations Ambassador program. Your facilitator for the session\, Amanda Haddaway\, is a part of the inaugural cohort of the program. This program has been pre-approved for 1 SHRM PDC.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/unlocking-the-potential-of-the-veteran-and-military-spouse-workforce/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210521T163456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T163456Z
UID:18340-1622723400-1622728800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Workforce Realigned: How New Partnerships Are Advancing Economic Mobility
DESCRIPTION:The national launch of Workforce Realigned: How New Partnerships Are Advancing Economic Mobility\, a book from the Federal Reserve Banks of Atlanta and Philadelphia and Social Finance\, will be a 90-minute virtual program. The event will explore the emergence of a new generation of cross-sectoral partnerships focused on better outcomes for workers. It will draw on examples from the recently released book (and beyond) and highlight efforts to build a better workforce system through shared accountability\, aligned incentives\, and a more careful and thoughtful allocation of financial risks across workers\, employers\, and governments.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/workforce-realigned-how-new-partnerships-are-advancing-economic-mobility/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210512T195952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T195952Z
UID:18274-1622746800-1622750400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Virtual Lecture Series on Culinary Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Join the VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Thursday\, June 3\, 2021\, at 7:00 p.m. for a virtual lecture: “Learn to Grow and Use a Dozen Culinary Herbs”. \nFor each herb\, discover the best time and way to start\, cultural conditions\, harvesting and preserving techniques\, and methods for using them in the kitchen. These herbs are easy to grow and can be grown in containers for the summer. \nSpeaker Peggy Riccio is a horticulturalist and garden communicator in Northern Virginia. She has been growing and cooking with herbs for her family’s meals for 20 years. Her website\, pegplant.com is an online resource for gardeners in the DC metro area. She publishes a local gardening newsletter\, Pegplant’s Post\, and initiated a Facebook group called Culinary Herbs and Spices.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vce-loudoun-master-gardeners-virtual-lecture-series-on-culinary-herbs/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210518T140609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T142111Z
UID:18312-1623177000-1623182400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:NETWORKING FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENT: TIPS FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYEES AND FEDERAL JOB SEEKERS
DESCRIPTION:Having a strong network can mean the difference between being offered your dream job and continuing to remain invisible when upward opportunities arise. So why don’t most government employees effectively leverage their network to advance in their careers? It’s because they believe that networking is too hard\, not their style\, not moral/ethical\, or a host of other false beliefs. But\, you don’t have to be like most people. \nDuring this workshop\, Alex D. Tremble will share his proven strategies to help both federal employees and those seeking careers in the federal government to: \n1. Overcome your fear of networking. \n2. Identify where and how to focus your networking efforts in the federal space. \n3. Choose specific behaviors to implement that will lead you to enjoying a more influential network.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/networking-for-career-advancement-tips-for-federal-employees-and-federal-job-seekers/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210608T192144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T192144Z
UID:18404-1623409200-1623412800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:From Surviving to Thriving in the (Almost) Post-COVID Era
DESCRIPTION:As the coronavirus outbreak has spread across the globe\, organizations of all types have had to pivot to survive COVID-19 and keep going. \nIn many cases\, businesses have adapted and survived. But now that we are “returning to normal” how do we transition from “surviving to thriving?” \nThis webinar will focus on some practical tools for maintaining and prospering in the post-COVID business world.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/from-surviving-to-thriving-in-the-almost-post-covid-era/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210610T181247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T181247Z
UID:18422-1623747600-1623753000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Your Transferable Skills
DESCRIPTION:Skills are acquired in a variety of settings in work and life. Transferable skills are skills that can be used in every occupation\, regardless of the type of work. Knowing your transferable skills can help you in choosing a career or make a career change. Identifying your transferable skills will give you a better sense of the strengths you can offer employers. In this workshop you’ll have the opportunity to identify your transferable skills and reflect on how you can best apply them to your next position.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/your-transferable-skills/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210518T205844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T205844Z
UID:18322-1623762000-1623776400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Live\, Love\, & Work in Virginia: Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual Hiring Event for Jobseekers & Employers to meet in the Northern Virginia Area.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/live-love-work-in-virginia-virtual-hiring-event/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210518T145908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T145908Z
UID:18316-1624386600-1624390200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:MIND YOUR ECQs
DESCRIPTION:Are you aspiring to be a federal executive guiding an Agency’s mission? Or are you a current Fed climbing up the ladder to be a senior manager? Or a job seeker looking for leadership positions in the federal government? \nIf  you are…then you must “Mind Your ECQs” \nExecutive core qualifications (ECQs) are the structural foundation for senior professionals in the US Government. These competencies are required to apply for senior management and executive service positions. They also may be used to assess candidates for other jobs in the federal government. \nJoin Alex Harrington and learn about how ECQs can help you in applying for a federal job and managing a federal career.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mind-your-ecqs/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210512T183529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210713T143138Z
UID:18271-1624550400-1624554000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
DESCRIPTION:This Meetup will provide opportunities for cybersecurity professional development and networking for anybody in the greater Loudoun County\, VA area. We’re open to cyber practitioners\, consultants\, trainers\, policymakers\, software vendors\, students\, etc. This conversation is intended as an informal forum for the people who have knowledge of the current state\, status\, challenges\, successes\, and emerging topics in government cybersecurity technologies. These conversations’ purpose is to take the place of past opportunities to engage in casual conversation with fellow IT professionals to discuss the current topics surrounding their expertise. \nIf you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals\, please contact Katie Fleger at 703-737-8612 (TTY 711). Three business days advance notice is requested.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals-meetup-2/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210616T175042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T175042Z
UID:18459-1624881600-1624885200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Registered Apprenticeship – Related Technical Instruction
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Monday\, June 28\, 2021 when the Registered Apprenticeship Education Specialists give us an overview of Related Technical Instruction and the many available options for Apprentices and Sponsors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/registered-apprenticeship-related-technical-instruction/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210628T203028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T203028Z
UID:18501-1625155200-1625158800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:2021 MSPN Summer Series: The Most In-Demand Industries and Certifications in the Next Five Years
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with workforce and economic development experts about what projected industries and certifications will be the most in demand over the next 5 years. We will learn the salaries associated with these certifications and how you can plan for career growth as a military spouse.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/2021-mspn-summer-series-the-most-in-demand-industries-and-certifications-in-the-next-five-years/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210708T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210628T150401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T150401Z
UID:18489-1625745600-1625751000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:You have a great business idea\, but what is the next step? How do you turn your idea into a great product or service? In this webinar\, we show you how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas\, concepts and strategies about your business. When you leave the webinar\, you’ll be able to draft your own one-page business plan. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210629T183536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T183536Z
UID:18536-1625832000-1625837400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Setting Up a New Business Entity
DESCRIPTION:Should I register my business? What legal structure is best for my business? What kind of business insurance do I need? If you’re asking these questions\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn what you need to do to make sure your business is able to conduct its affairs legally\, and how to take those critical first steps. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210629T181046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T181129Z
UID:18534-1626201000-1626204600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:PREPARING FOR A SUCCESSFUL FEDERAL INTERVIEW w/Chris Westbrook
DESCRIPTION:So\, you have finally been asked to interview for a federal job! Now that it’s your turn\, are you prepared? From knowing what stories to highlight to anticipating the questions you should ask\, you need to get ready to close that gap from job seeker to new hire. Come hear from a longtime federal recruiter and hiring manager how to give a winning interview. Also learn some tips to navigate the federal hiring process from job offer through clearance processing to your start date. \nLearning Objectives. At the end of this webinar you will be able to: \n1. Discuss what to expect in a federal interview. \n2. Describe how to use the STAR method to highlight work accomplishments \n3. Prepare good questions to ask when its your turn in the interview \n4. Identify your options if you don’t get a job offer. \n5. Describe the process of navigating the process of moving from job offer to start date.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/preparing-for-a-successful-federal-interview-w-chris-westbrook/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210628T154705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T154705Z
UID:18495-1626264000-1626269400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Many entrepreneurs create products or services they can’t sell no matter how hard they work. It doesn’t have to be this way. This webinar will help you build a roadmap you can use to identify your ideal clients and discover a value proposition that will set you above your competition. We’ll also explain how to conduct a competitor analysis. Plus\, we will review different pricing strategies and show the impact of pricing on profits. \nThis webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series\, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210713T205817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210713T205817Z
UID:18825-1626271200-1626274800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Building a Diverse Workforce with Military Talent
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nAs a recruiter you know hiring job seekers with military experience can help promote a diverse and inclusive workplace. You’ve seen how that diversity can foster innovation and drive success across your teams. But engaging military talent can be a tough challenge to overcome. \nJoin us for this Indeed for Military workshop\, build out your approach\, and start working towards meeting your hiring goals for both military talent as well as diversity and inclusion. \n\n\n\nIn this session we’ll discuss:\n\n\n\nHow to best tap into this large pool of skilled military talent\nBuilding a strategic approach\nLeveraging specific Indeed solutions to help you find\, recruit\, and hire military candidates
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/building-a-diverse-workforce-with-military-talent/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210628T163508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T163508Z
UID:18497-1626350400-1626355800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and now you need to get customers to buy it! In this webinar we’ll walk through the basics of digital marketing\, including search engine optimization (SEO)\, search engine advertising and social media marketing\, review other promotional methods and show you how to create your next promotional plan. \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210707T201317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T202546Z
UID:18572-1626354000-1626357600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Attract Clients and Position Your Brand with Content Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Content powers marketing and grabs the attention of customers\, media and investors. Still\, with constantly changing algorithms\, endless content distribution platforms and limited time or personnel resources\, business owners are often overwhelmed before they start. \nIn this webinar\, SCORE Mentor Jasmine Powers will show you five key ways to get control of your content marketing for attracting clients and positioning your brand. \nAttendees will learn how to: \n\nCreate the best content formats for their communication style\nChoose tools to schedule and automate publishing\nPrepare a manageable content calendar\nProduce content for different audiences and purposes\nRepurpose content to keep from reinventing the wheel
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/attract-clients-and-position-your-brand-with-content-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210712T205315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T205315Z
UID:18738-1626883200-1626886800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Empower Your Employment: IT Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Loudoun Workforce Resource Center is proud to partner with Rhythmic Technologies to co-host an IT Panel Discussion! Join us for a lively discussion as we answer IT career questions with a panel of IT professionals. Stick around for a smaller group break out discussion to answer your individual questions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/empower-your-employment-it-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210719T165615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210719T165615Z
UID:18842-1626948000-1626951600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:New Mental Health Parity Requirements for Group Health Plans
DESCRIPTION:Mental health parity rules have been around for over a decade\, but it appears that federal regulators are increasingly focused on compliance with the Mental Health Parity and Addition Equity Act (MHPEA). The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) modified and enhanced the mental health parity compliance rules\, which became effective February 10\, 2021. These changes affect most group health plans\, with the heaviest compliance burden felt by self-funded plans. Please join us to learn more about these requirements and how they impact employer-sponsored group health plans. The session is limited to 500 participants; if you cannot make it or if it fills up\, the session will be recorded and the slides and webinar recording will be emailed to all registrants.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/new-mental-health-parity-requirements-for-group-health-plans/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210706T165728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T165728Z
UID:18569-1626955200-1626960600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Financial Basics for New Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you’re worried about what your sales will be\, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas\, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs\, projecting sales\, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/financial-basics-for-new-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210707T202253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T202253Z
UID:18575-1626958800-1626962400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:How to Build a Solid Digital Marketing Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Can you picture yourself pulling in $1\,000\,000 in revenue? How would it feel? Who would you tell? What would you do to celebrate? \n\nFrom working with thousands of small business marketers and studying the daily practices of successful ones\, this value-packed workshop provides a roadmap for any small business owner to build a solid digital marketing foundation and strive toward those coveted seven figures of revenue. \n\nJoin Bryan Caplan\, National Speaker for Big Tech and Host of Bigger Better Biz on YouTube\, as he guides you through the tips\, tricks\, and strategies used by Million Dollar Marketers every day to grow their brands. \n\nAfter this event\, you will walk away with a better knowledge of: \n\nSetting and accomplishing goals\nFocusing your time on what matters\nUnderstanding your audience\nReaching & engaging your prospective buyers\nKnowing your numbers to help you grow
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-build-a-solid-digital-marketing-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T183000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210628T133748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T133748Z
UID:18484-1627410600-1627410600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:FROM ANCIENT EGYPT TO THE STARS: INSIDERS' VIEWS ON CAREERS WITH THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION AND NASA
DESCRIPTION:What inspires you? \nSome people are inspired to care for national treasures and create spaces to educate the public. Some people are inspired to push past the boundaries of technology and travel to space. \nAlmost everyone has heard of the Smithsonian and NASA\, but what is it like to work there? If you have ever been inspired to work at these institutions\, then join FCC\, Inc. for an exciting panel. Learn about the speakers’ career paths\, what day-to-day operations look like\, and what you can do to be competitive for a career in these inspiring federal institutions. \nLearning Objectives. At the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n1. Understand some of the inner workings of the Smithsonian and NASA.\n2. Explore the career paths of the panelists and consider possible career pathways for yourself.\n3. Identify how to become competitive for careers at these institutions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/from-ancient-egypt-to-the-stars-insiders-views-on-careers-with-the-smithsonian-institution-and-nasa/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224004
CREATED:20210729T154842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T154842Z
UID:18915-1627567200-1627570800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Business Formation Statistics
DESCRIPTION:The Business Formation Statistics (BFS) are an experimental data product that provides timely and high frequency information on new business applications and formations in the United States. The BFS measure business initiation activity and the cycle from initiation to realized business formation. The BFS gives an early look at business formation activity within the U.S. at a detailed state level and regional level. \nThis webinar reviews the data\, visualizations available to the public\, and will field questions about the Business Formation Statistics.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-formation-statistics/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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