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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200428T140000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Advice to Combat an Economic Downturn
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to market your business during the economic downturn related to coronavirus (COVID-19)? Consistent\, clear communication with your customers is vital\, so they understand when\, how\, and where they can still do business with you. \nJoin marketing maven and host of the Small Business Revolution\, Amanda Brinkman\, as she outlines actionable marketing strategies to help you weather the storm. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn how to:\nUse your website to keep customers informed of critical information\, such as how they can still purchase from you\nEngage with your followers on social media\, even if they aren’t buying right now\nUpdate your directory listings\, like Google My Business\, to communicate critical information like offering curbside pickup\, even if your business is closed\nUse email marketing to keep your customers updated on the latest changes to your business\, due to COVID-19\nTake advantage of other marketing channels for brick and mortar locations\, like print marketing and signage\, so customers can quickly and easily understand how to engage with your business
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-advice-to-combat-an-economic-downturn/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200427T210340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T210340Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop Wednesday: Protecting Your Business from Cyber Threats
DESCRIPTION:Jeanette Mulvey\, Content Director at CO—\, will bring together experts and small business owners alike to discuss new strategies hackers are using to gain access to businesses. With many workforces now fully remote\, and away from the protections of enterprise IT solutions\, we’ll show you simple ways to protect your business in this increasingly digital world\, and answer your questions about using available cybersecurity tools to keep your systems running when you need them most. Speakers for this week include: \n\nAmy Brace\, Owner\, Amy’s Cupcake Shoppe (Hopkins\, MN)\nSpencer Ferguson\, Founder\, Wasatch IT (Murray\, UT)
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/workshop-wednesday-protecting-your-business-from-cyber-threats/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200423T205312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T185642Z
UID:14849-1588158000-1588159800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Announcing the $1.4 million COVID-19 Business Interruption Fund
DESCRIPTION:Has your business been seriously affected by the coronavirus outbreak? The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved $1.4 million in grant funding for the COVID-19 Business Interruption Fund to support businesses that meet size and revenue eligibility requirements. Tune in to hear Loudoun Economic Development’s Danelle Hayer discusses the fund’s origins\, the process for approval\, and the other COVID-19 business resources offered by the county. Brought to you by the Loudoun Chamber Technology Coalition. \nDanelle Hayer serves as the small business and entrepreneurship manager for Loudoun Economic Development. She focuses on strengthening and growing the entrepreneurial ecosystem in one of the country’s most successful tech communities while working with strategic partners to promote business engagement and success. Danelle has more than 18 years of marketing\, sales and business development experience across public and private sector industries. Danelle holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a master’s degree in business administration from Frostburg State University. Outside of the office\, she is an avid Nationals fan and NASCAR enthusiast.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/announcing-the-1-15-million-covid-19-business-interruption-fund/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200428T202808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T202808Z
UID:14912-1588165200-1588168800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Expert: How to Best Protect Your Business Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nBusiness owners have to adjust their approach to cybersecurity because cyber criminals are targeting employees and preying on their stress\, distractions\, curiosity\, and fear of the unknown. If your business is among the many that have shifted to full-time remote work\, there are a steps you should take right now to increase your security and ensure that you and your employees are not inadvertently exposing sensitive business data through your home networks. Join us for a virtual seminar on the cybersecurity steps you should take. \nPresented by Tom Stamulis\, cybersecurity expert and owner of True North Group. \nZoom registration is required for this webinar\, please follow instructions during registration until you have successfully registered on Zoom.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/cybersecurity-expert-how-to-best-protect-your-business-online/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center-Loudoun":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200427T185921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T185921Z
UID:14884-1588168800-1588172400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Educational Opportunities While Schools Are Closed: Summer Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Meeting ID: 982 3724 4523\nPassword: 025944\nPhone: 1-929-436-2866
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/educational-opportunities-while-schools-are-closed-summer-vegetables/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200417T195909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T195909Z
UID:14742-1588240800-1588244400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Small Business Workshop: How to Create Your Dream Team
DESCRIPTION:Look ahead and ask — where do you want to be as a company in the future? Not every employee is wired to do every job. Consider how your employees can help to effectively reach your company goals and expectations. This panel discussion will explore effective operations within companies and how to hire specific people for roles that are best suited to their strengths as well as your company’s goals. \nPanelists:\nSally Crosen\, Maid Brigade;  Doug Guernsey\, Guernsey;  John Levan\, Comfenergy;  Tom Morley\, Snowflake LLC \nModerator: Geoff Crawley\, MVB Bank
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/small-business-workshop-how-to-create-your-dream-team/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200421T233109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T233134Z
UID:14793-1588244400-1588248000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Repositioning Your Brand & Marketing Strategy Amid Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual session\, we will have Arsalan Lutfi and Neil Hare from TriVision lead a discussion on how to use this downtime to reposition your brand and marketing strategy in the age of the Coronavirus. What are some creative way to support your customers during the shutdown and once businesses reopen? Should you put on hold your entire marketing budget or invest in new ways to keep your stakeholders stay informed and connected? \nWhether it’s reinventing a new marketing strategy\, redefining your target audiences\, increasing your digital presence or refining your messaging\, there is no better time than NOW to make it happen. \nSpeakers:\nArsalan Lutfi\, Creative Director & EVP\, TriVision\nNeil Hare\, Communications Strategist\, TriVision
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/repositioning-your-brand-marketing-strategy-amid-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200428T202903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T202903Z
UID:14914-1588251600-1588255200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:3 Things You Can Do to Connect With Your Customers During Social Distancing
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nConnecting with your employees\, clients\, and other contacts is critical during social distancing. Join us to hear about three easy ways you can maintain personal connections and maintain trust during social distancing. Specifically\, we’ll show you how to easy and fun it is to use video in emails\, on your website\, and for social media postings. We’ll demonstrate easy things you can add to your website for additional customer service during this time. Last\, we’ll talk about best email practices to keep your clients engaged. \nPresented by Jeff Nicely\, digital marketing consultant and business advisor with the Lord Fairfax SBDC. \nZoom registration is required for this webinar\, please follow instructions during registration until you have successfully registered on Zoom.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/3-things-you-can-do-to-connect-with-your-customers-during-social-distancing/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center-Loudoun":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200423T203708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T192936Z
UID:14846-1588255200-1588258800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:In-Depth Funding & Financing
DESCRIPTION:With the approval of a new tranche of COVID Relief Package funding signed into law last Friday small business programs such as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) will receive an additional $310B in funding\, but how long will it last? And what alternatives do business owners have to secure additional financing throughout 2020? What advice can financial experts and experienced business leaders offer business owners throughout Northern Virginia to steer a safe course? \n\n\nPanelists Include:\n–Howard Pisons\, Executive Director\, Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA)\n–Zachary Petry\, Manager\, Small Business Lending\, Virginia Community Capital\, Inc.\n–Robert Day\, CFO\, Advantage Engineers\, Inc.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/in-depth-funding-financing/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="NOVA EDA":MAILTO:info@novaeda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200504T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200429T141234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T181104Z
UID:14919-1588611600-1588615200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Navigating College Options for Your High School Graduate
DESCRIPTION:Join Northern Virginia Community College’s president\, Dr. Anne Kress\, as she speaks about how you can help prepare your soon-to-be high school graduate for college. Learn about the options and resources available right in your back yard. \n\nChat with Dr. Kress about:\nThe new higher education landscape\nNext steps after graduating from high school\nEducation options that can save you thousands of dollars\nFinancial aid and scholarship options available\nLabor market demands and opportunities (what jobs are out there)\nTransfer programs available at NOVA to get your student to the four-year university of their choice
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/navigating-college-options-for-your-high-school-graduate/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200501T192335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T192552Z
UID:14955-1588672800-1588676400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Preparing for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:ou secured an SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan. Take a minute to breathe; you earned it. Now\, are you prepared for loan forgiveness? Are you ready for what is next? This webinar will discuss: \n\nWhat items you’ll need to track to prepare for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness\nWhat elements affect the forgiveness amount\n What we can learn from companies who are thriving during the economic downturn\n What is coming next in the recovery from the COVID-19 economic downturn\n\nSpeakers:\nBrad Hoffman\, CPA\, DeLeon & Stang\nJohn Sheehan\, CPA\, DeLeon & Stang\nBrett A. Friedman\, CFP®\, DeLeon & Stang
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/preparing-for-paycheck-protection-program-loan-forgiveness-and-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200430T182042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T182042Z
UID:14944-1588759200-1588770000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Northern Virginia Virtual Job Fair - Healthcare and Essential Jobs
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Career Works – Northern Region\, in partnership with Fairfax County Government and Loudoun County Government\, is excited to announce a Virtual Job Fair on May 6th beginning at 10:00 am! \nThe fair will focus especially on healthcare positions\, with some additional opportunities for essential jobs such as transportation\, retail\, and facilities services. \nEach employer on the event page has their own link to access their company’s meeting during the scheduled times. Register to receive the final active links and instructions the day of the event.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/northern-virginia-virtual-job-fair-healthcare-and-essential-jobs/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Career Works Northern Region":MAILTO:info@vcwnorthern.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200427T190005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T190005Z
UID:14885-1588773600-1588777200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Educational Opportunities While Schools Are Closed: Container Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Meeting ID: 934 2428 0946\nPassword: 002253\nPhone: 1-301-715-8592
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/educational-opportunities-while-schools-are-closed-container-vegetables/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200424T185141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T185141Z
UID:14868-1588860000-1588863600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Staffing: What’s Best for My Business\, What’s Best for My People?
DESCRIPTION:In these uncertain times\, the members of NOVA EDA recognize that businesses need more help. “Beyond COVID-19: NOVA Business Resiliency Webinars” is a three-part series\, broken down below. Businesses can attend some or all of the webinars—registration will be required and limited for each session. Updated registration information will be provided for each session as it becomes available.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/staffing-whats-best-for-my-business-whats-best-for-my-people/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="NOVA EDA":MAILTO:info@novaeda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200414T211715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T211715Z
UID:14685-1588860000-1588865400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Navigating Long-Term Uncertainty and the Aftermath of Disruption
DESCRIPTION:Key to any leadership role is the ability to provide a sense of informed direction and a sense of calm when situational demands exceed internal resources. Uncertainty can cause us to feel ‘blind’ and unsure about our own strengths and intuition. \nThis webinar\, presented by The Crisis Tamer Lisa Dinhofer\, will provide ‘navigational tools’ for working with uncertainty and planning for the aftermath of disruption. \nThis session will provide practical steps for:\nIdentifying the often missed opportunities of ‘not knowing’\nEffectively using clarity\, ‘knowing’ and confidence during disruption\nFinding gold in the ‘gap’ between the problem and finding the solution\nThe critical role Values play in managing uncertainty for yourself and your team\nPlanning for what we never think about in the aftermath of disruption \nWe’ve extended this webinar to allow for more questions and on-the-spot coaching around this topic. With change happening at an accelerated pace\, this timely presentation will be updated to resonate with what’s happening up to the date of this session.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/navigating-long-term-uncertainty-and-the-aftermath-of-disruption/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200501T192439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T192439Z
UID:14957-1589279400-1589283000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:How to Network During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:During a time when meeting people is forbidden and events are all canceled how does one really network during a pandemic? Are video calls and phone calls enough? Will I be able to really communicate? Join us for a fun presentation and learn that you can make new best friends online even during a pandemic\, you just need to understand that there is a person on the other side. \n“Finding the fantastic” between the hustle of surviving life and achieving it. Colleen Dee Tiberius Shumaker is real and authentic. With a twist of learning disabilities\, she calls her super powers\, her goal is to show people they are not alone in their struggles\, and they matter. She is the branding and marketing strategist for Paul Davis Restoration\, and current chair of the Loudoun Chamber ambassador committee. She has a podcast called “Finding the Fantastic” where she sheds light on everyday stereotypes\, and the troubles that those bring\, to help galvanize and motivate people’s individuality.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-network-during-a-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T182026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T182026Z
UID:15073-1589364000-1589367600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:GovCon: How to Navigate the SBA Size Standard Regulations to be Successful
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on the ability of small businesses to navigate federal government size standards\, including the Runway Extension Act\, how the use of Joint Ventures (JVs) and Contractor Teaming Arrangements (CTAs) impact meeting a size standard\, and the effect of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) on the calculations of small business size. Join us to learn the facts about the most current regulations and techniques to qualify under the assigned size standard for a procurement. \nAbout the Speaker: Gary Campbell\, Partner\, Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP\nFormerly Associate General Counsel and Compliance Officer for General Dynamics Mission Systems\, Gary now advises both small and large companies doing business with the federal government. Gary’s practice focuses on government contracts counseling\, negotiation and litigation. He represents companies from a broad range of industries such as aerospace and defense\, the intelligence community\, information technology\, life sciences and construction. Gary regularly advises his clients with respect to bid protests\, size protests\, other small business issues\, internal and external investigations\, intellectual property\, subcontract negotiations and disputes\, and a full spectrum of counseling and compliance programs
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/govcon-how-to-navigate-the-sba-size-standard-regulations-to-be-successful/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T220058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T220058Z
UID:15084-1589364000-1589367600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Deep Cleaning for Reopening: Tips and When to Bring in the Experts
DESCRIPTION:Paul Davis Restoration\, owned by Loudoun County brothers\, Kevin and Tim Sullivan\, has been providing emergency property-damage services and structural repairs for over 14 years. Specializing in insurance claims work\, the brothers have grown a community-focused business that employs a team of 60. With the eruption of COVID-19\, the company’s certification in Biohazard and Trauma clean-up has provided Paul Davis Restoration with opportunities to educate and consult with business owners to help them make wise decisions in protecting both their employees and their investment.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/deep-cleaning-for-reopening-tips-and-when-to-bring-in-the-experts/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200414T210138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T210138Z
UID:14681-1589454000-1589459400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Elevate the Visibility of Your Business While Being Sheltered in Place
DESCRIPTION:Promoting your business during the coronavirus outbreak presents unique opportunities. New technologies\, subscriber lists\, social media and strong digital connections are more important than ever\, and more powerful than ever before. \nAttend this session\, presented by PR expert Patricia Maldanado\, where we’ll provide the tools and steps you can take to make sure your business remains visible to your customers\, potential customers\, and even the media. Now more than ever\, the steps you take to promote your company\, its work and products plays an essential role in ensuring its relevance and survivial. \nJoin us for this important webinar that will help you elevate the visibility of your business. We’ve extended the length of this webinar to allow for more time for questions around this topic.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/elevate-the-visibility-of-your-business-while-being-sheltered-in-place/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T182132Z
UID:15075-1589463000-1589464800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Technology: Stay Connected Securely
DESCRIPTION:Effective Collaboration While Working Remotely\nOnline video conferencing tools – such as Zoom\, Microsoft Team and others – have seen an unprecedented growth of users since the COVID-19 pandemic shifted many people to working remotely. However\, the unexpected growth of these platforms has prompted the attention of the U.S. government which has recently issued new guidance about the security implications of such online video conferencing tools. \nDisruptive Solutions’ founder and chief executive officer Sean Donahoo will help participants take a close look at the U.S. government’s security guidance through the lens of a veteran turned successful cybersecurity business leader. Through practical recommendations\, he will share online security best practices and empower you with the insights to make the best decision when selecting an online video conferencing tool that will best suit your business’ goals and needs. \nAbout the Speaker \nSean Donahoo is the founder and CEO of Disruptive Solutions\, a Service-Disabled\, Veteran-owned Small Business focused on providing Cyber Security services to both federal and commercial customers. He enjoys volunteering his time in the local community to include coaching and Cub Scouts. Sean also serves on the Board of Directors of Kyrus Charities where he runs their Veteran Support Programs. Disruptive Solutions is based in Loudoun County\, and Sean has lived in the Cascades area with his family for over 13 years.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/technology-stay-connected-securely/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T120759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T120759Z
UID:15069-1589468400-1589472000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Using Labor Market Data to Make Career Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Register in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://vccs.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_y8FB_t3yTmayP113U2qX2Q \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/using-labor-market-data-to-make-career-decisions/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200515T140515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T140750Z
UID:15120-1589898600-1589902200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 | Part 1: Branding and Messaging to Cut Through the Noise
DESCRIPTION:Key Learning Objectives and Actionable Insights: \n\nLearn why maintaining a good brand reputation is important to staying in business and what you can do to keep your reputation strong.\nGain clarity on the types of messages to send in order to get and keep customers.\nUnderstand timing and tone of messaging and the role each plays in customer engagement.\n\nYou’ll also walk away with actionable questions and outside resources you can use to guide your branding and messaging efforts. \nPresenter: Sharon L. Wright\, Owner & President and Deb Haynes Swider\, Chief Strategist\, Loud & Clear Marketing \nThe ZOOM link will be in your email reminder 24 hours prior to the virtual class-PLEASE WATCH FOR IT!! \n\nThis is part of the Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 series. This four-part series will take you through foundational marketing techniques business owners can incorporate into their current marketing efforts to get – and keep – the customers they need in a business environment changed by coronavirus. Register for one- or all- and get actionable tools to jumpstart your business as you move through these uncertain times.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/recharging-your-marketing-and-your-business-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-part-1-branding-and-messaging-to-cut-through-the-noise/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200430T180642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T180642Z
UID:14941-1589983200-1589994000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Educational Opportunities While Schools Are Closed: Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Meeting ID: 935 1076 3740\nPassword: 012003\nPhone: 1 301 715 8592
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/educational-opportunities-while-schools-are-closed-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200501T192639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T192639Z
UID:14959-1590055200-1590058800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mindset is Everything--How to Stay in Business Mentally
DESCRIPTION:Right now people need hope. They have lost jobs\, small businesses\, savings\, home savings\, and more. They feel that this virus has ravaged their financial futures. A big key to how we succeed or not in our lives is how we come through challenges and loss. \nThis virus has caused small businesses to be the hardest hit sector. The battlefield is always in our minds. Some of the greatest businesses will emerge from this crisis new technologies\, advanced manufacturing\, online services\, consulting opportunities\, crisis management and the like. \nAbout the Speaker: Sophia A. Nelson\, Esquire is an Award Winning Author\, Fortune 500 Corporate Trainer\, Small Business owner in Loudoun County\, and a CNN Legal and Political Analyst.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mindset-is-everything-how-to-stay-in-business-mentally/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T182235Z
UID:15077-1590055200-1590058800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mindset is Everything: How to Stay in Business Mentally
DESCRIPTION:Right now people need hope. They have lost jobs\, small businesses\, savings\, home savings\, and more. They feel that this virus has ravaged their financial futures. A big key to how we succeed or not in our lives is how we come through challenges and loss. \nThis virus has caused small businesses to be the hardest hit sector. The battlefield is always in our minds. Some of the greatest businesses will emerge from this crisis new technologies\, advanced manufacturing\, online services\, consulting opportunities\, crisis management and the like. \nAbout the Speaker: Sophia A. Nelson\, Esq. is an Award Winning Author\, Fortune 500 Corporate Trainer\, Small Business owner in Loudoun County\, and a CNN Legal and Political Analyst.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mindset-is-everything-how-to-stay-in-business-mentally-2/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200414T210701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T210701Z
UID:14683-1590069600-1590073200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Don't Let Fear Steal Your Dream of Business Ownership
DESCRIPTION:Without a doubt\, the world is living through a challenging moment in real-time. \nWhile no sector of the U.S. economy has remained untouched by the pending COVID-19 crisis\, a recent survey conducted by a major franchise trade group\, Franchise Insights’\, revealed some surprising results on franchisee activity in the near term\, and amidst this challenging backdrop. \nOver 54% think that “now is a good time” to start a business. 59% of respondents expect to start a business within the next three months\, and another 17% within four-to-six months\n​The majority of respondents (39%) believe that business conditions will improve in three months\, while only 24.3% expect them to worsen\nOnly 18% of the respondents indicated plans to put their business startup search on hold \nThis insightful and encouraging webinar\, presented by the CEO of FranNet Jania Bailey\, will provide you with many franchise options to consider for bringing your dream of business ownership to lif
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dont-let-fear-steal-your-dream-of-business-ownership/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200512T181826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T181826Z
UID:15071-1590069600-1590073200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Keeping My Customers and Finding New Ones in This Climate
DESCRIPTION:“Beyond COVID-19: NOVA Business Resiliency Webinars” is a three-part series\, broken down below. Businesses can attend some or all of the webinars—registration will be required and limited for each session.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/keeping-my-customers-and-finding-new-ones-in-this-climate/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="NOVA EDA":MAILTO:info@novaeda.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200515T140800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T140800Z
UID:15119-1590071400-1590075000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 | Part 2: Understanding Your Customers. Do you know who is listening?
DESCRIPTION:Key Learning Objectives and Actionable Insights: \n\nLearn how to define/redefine your customers\nReview how they are responding to you and how that has or has not changed\nUnderstand why knowing your customer is critical to your business\n\nYou’ll also walk away with actionable questions and outside resources you can use to help you better understand your customers. \nPresenter: Mary Noyes Joynt\, Business Advisor\, Loudoun SBDC & Owner and Chief Strategist\, Clayton Communications \nThe ZOOM link will be in your email reminder 24 hours prior to the virtual class-PLEASE WATCH FOR IT!! \n\nThis is part of the Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 series. This four-part series will take you through foundational marketing techniques business owners can incorporate into their current marketing efforts to get – and keep – the customers they need in a business environment changed by coronavirus. Register for one- or all- and get actionable tools to jumpstart your business as you move through these uncertain times.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/recharging-your-marketing-and-your-business-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-part-2-understanding-your-customers-do-you-know-who-is-listening/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200526T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200526T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200515T140906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T140906Z
UID:15118-1590503400-1590507000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 | Part 3: Reaching Your Customers in a Changing Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Key Learning Objectives and Actionable Insights: \n\nLearn about the new and changing buyer behaviors and trends in today’s economic landscape.\nUnderstand the importance of adapting your marketing channels to meet the customer needs.\nGain insight into how to assess and adapt your marketing channels to drive more value for your customers and revenue for your business.\n\nYou’ll also walk away with actionable questions and outside resources you can use to help you better understand your customers. \nPresenter: Kelly Starzec\, Managing Director\, Freesia Marketing \nThe ZOOM link will be in your email reminder 24 hours prior to the virtual class-PLEASE WATCH FOR IT!! \n\nThis is part of the Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 series. This four-part series will take you through foundational marketing techniques business owners can incorporate into their current marketing efforts to get – and keep – the customers they need in a business environment changed by coronavirus. Register for one- or all- and get actionable tools to jumpstart your business as you move through these uncertain times.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/recharging-your-marketing-and-your-business-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-part-3-reaching-your-customers-in-a-changing-marketplace/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T112836
CREATED:20200514T190046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200514T190226Z
UID:15113-1590660000-1590663600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:The COVID Shift – Pivot back to the Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join Loudoun County Chamber Member and Professional EOS Implementer George Hodges-Fulton for a webinar to simplify and re-prioritize in the short term for the long term greater good of your company. These lessons from the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) will help you take control of your business now and be resilient for the future. We’ll focus on solid fundamental disciplines that will help you navigate both challenges and opportunities as they arise in this time of uncertainty.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-covid-shift-pivot-back-to-the-basics/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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