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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140451
CREATED:20200515T140515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T140750Z
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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:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200430T180642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T180642Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200501T192639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T192639Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200512T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T182235Z
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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:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200414T210701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T210701Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200515T140800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T140800Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200526T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200526T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
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:20260614T140452
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200515T141005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T141005Z
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SUMMARY:Recharging Your Marketing – and Your Business – in the Wake of COVID-19 | Part 4: Leadership in Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:Key Learning Objectives and Actionable Insights: \n\nLearn actions you can take to show leadership to your customers.\nUnderstand why it’s imperative to show leadership internally and steps you can take to avoid unintentional employee attacks on your reputation.\nGain clarity on tools you can use to keep you and your company moving forward in the right direction despite uncertainty.\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-4-leadership-in-uncertainty/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200605T205724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T205724Z
UID:15435-1593021600-1593028800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:ICAP Lean Startup Introductory Course – Virtual Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Based on the National Science Foundation’s I-Corps™ program for Lean Startups\, ICAP helps inventors and entrepreneurs take the right first steps in bringing new technologies and innovations to market.\nICAP includes FREE introductory training programs and counseling services offered through ICAP instructors and local SBDC counselors. ICAP helps startups identify potential customers and develop successful business models based on that knowledge. It is an ideal program for early-stage companies trying to prepare for eventual venture investment. \nPreferred Sectors \nThe cohort will give preference to startups focused on the following sectors/solutions: \nCybersecurity \nSoftware | Telecommunications | | Information & Communication Technologies | E-Commerce | Networking & Equipment | Electronics/Instrumentation | Sensors | Materials | Drones | IoT \nPandemic Response \nBiotechnology | Biopharmaceuticals | Medical Devices | Laboratory Instrumentation | Diagnostics | Healthcare IT | Nutraceuticals | Agricultural | Software | Telecommunications | Information & Communication Technologies | Sensors | Manufacturing
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/icap-lean-startup-introductory-course-virtual-cohort/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200708T163433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200708T163433Z
UID:15639-1594742400-1594746000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:While You Were Quarantining...New Virginia Employment Laws\, Handbook Issues\, and COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:While you were working remotely\, educating your kids\, and worrying about what happens next\, you may not have had time to focus on some important new laws in Virginia that impact employers and other legal issues. Loudoun SHRM will help get you quickly up-to-date. This webinar will discuss new laws that are a significant change in how we do business. Employers need to be aware of these new laws which are more employee-friendly.  We will also address the importance of updating your handbook in light of these new laws as well as cover some common COVID-19 related issues. \nEmployee handbooks distribute valuable information to employees\, establish company policies to help supervisors provide consistent treatment of employees and can provide a defense in many legal matters. Is your handbook thorough\, up to date\, readily available and easy to understand? When was the last time you updated your handbook? Does it address the new laws enacted by the Virginia General Assembly in 2020? This session will help you ensure that your handbook makes the grade. This presentation will be given by Kristina Keech Spitler of Vanderpool\, Frostick & Nishanian\, P.C. \nBy the end of this presentation\, attendees will be able to: \n\nIdentify the key risks inherent in improperly drafting or revising a handbook.\nUnderstand key factors to consider when drafting or revising a handbook.\nArticulate what an organization should or should not have in its handbook and why.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/while-you-were-quarantining/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200723T194631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T040742Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Virginia Back To Work Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Employment Commission and Virginia Career Works are hosting a statewide virtual hiring event with 150 employers. \n\nVeteran Priority: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.\nAll Virginians: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.\n\nJob seekers should use the registration link provided here to sign up for the event\, as well as for attending the event itself. \nThe Virginia Employment Commission and Virginia Career Works are Equal Opportunity Employers/Programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD: VA Relay Center: 711 or 800.828.1120
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/getting-virginia-back-to-work/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200902T202308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T203628Z
UID:15954-1600358400-1600362000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Yield Bookkeeping Presents Small Business Owner's Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Come meet and network with other small business leaders! \nYield Bookkeeping will be sponsoring our Virtual Speed Networking Event. Rochelle Dallons\, CEO\, will provide a brief overview of why these sort of events are an important community building tool in the face of social distancing and lack of in-person events. After\, we will provide networking breakout sessions to give everyone a chance to introduce themselves and connect. \nRegistration is limited to 30 and will close when full or on September 16 (whichever comes first)
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/yield-bookkeeping-presents-small-business-owners-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200915T185943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T193243Z
UID:16084-1600682400-1600686000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Increasing Access to Employment & Community Support for our Military and Veteran Families
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar for an overview on employment\, education and training opportunities for military and veteran families. Plus\, an introduction to Onward to Opportunity\, a free career training program that provides professional certification and employee support services to transitioning service members\, veterans and military spouses. Register at employmentmilitaryveteran.eventbrite.com
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/increasing-access-to-employment-community-support-for-our-military-and-veteran-families/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20200917T204702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T204702Z
UID:16128-1600686000-1600691400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Getting Ready for the Loudoun BIF Grant
DESCRIPTION:Business Interruption Fund Information Session \nJoin Danelle Hayer from Loudoun Economic Development and Eric Byrd from Loudoun Small Business Development Center\, to learn more about the application process for the next round of Loudoun County’s Business Interruption Fund. They will discuss application criteria\, review the financial documents needed for submission and share how the Loudoun SBDC can help you prepare for your application. For more information on the Business Interruption Fund visit LoudounBusinessFund.org. \n**when you register for this session we will also add  you to the list to get information and updates about the grants and SBDC services
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/getting-ready-for-the-loudoun-bif-grant/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T202218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T202218Z
UID:16231-1602669600-1602673200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Small Business Academy: The Legal Side of Business
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are thinking of starting a business or have recently launched\, it’s important to have legal counsel on your side.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/small-business-academy-the-legal-side-of-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T204327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T204327Z
UID:16235-1602669600-1602675000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: Doing Business with Government Agencies Series--Part Two
DESCRIPTION:This two-part series of workshops aims to familiarize small business owners with SWaM Certification and also registration with eVA. The target audience is the owners of businesses with little knowledge of how to position themselves to conduct business with state and local government agencies. \nThe second workshop will cover basic navigation of the “Virginia’s Marketplace” (eVA) website with emphasis on training guides\, the Virginia Business Opportunity (VBO) listing of solicitations available in the state and local government agencies and reviews of various analytical reports to help in identifying potential markets and strategies to market the company’s capabilities. \nCourtney Mustin\, Regional Business Services Manager for Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity\, will facilitate Part 2 on Wednesday\, October 14th for business owners who have already applied for SWaM Certification. For those who want to learn about SWaM Certification\, Part 1 will be held again in November. \nThis workshop is conducted by the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity and hosted by the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-doing-business-with-government-agencies-series-part-two/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T203256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T203256Z
UID:16233-1602669600-1602678600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: Selling to the Commonwealth - eVA 10
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a high level overview of the Commonwealth’s purchasing process\, including purchasing policies that affect how buyers use the eVA system to “shop” and the eVA tools used by our buying community. \nYou’ll also get a guided tour of the eVA website as we discuss the publicly accessible tools & resources every business should know about if they’re interested in selling to Virginia. And if you’re not already an eVA registered Vendor\, you’ll learn how to get signed-up\, as well as where to go for help at any time! \nTopics covered: \n-Introduction to Purchasing in the Commonwealth—A Vendor’s Perspective \n-How buyers use the eVA system to “shop.” \n-Navigating eVA’s Free Public Reports \n-Live demo and walk thru of eVA’s Public Reports \nPresented by Kim Brewer\, Marketing & Outreach\, eVA Bureau\, Virginia Department of General Services \nNo Fee.  Advanced registration is REQUIRED!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-selling-to-the-commonwealth-eva-10/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T205848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T205848Z
UID:16237-1602756000-1602763200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: State/Local Contracting: SWaM Certification
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses considering government contracting as a new avenue for selling their goods and services will definitely benefit from this workshop! \nTopics covered in this workshop: \nDetails/benefits of the small business set-aside preference program \nNavigating the SWaM application process \nPositioning your business for greater success at winning a contract \nLive demo and walk thru of the SWaM certification website and\, if time allows\, the eVA website \nThis workshop is conducted by the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity and hosted by the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-state-local-contracting-swam-certification/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T211539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T211539Z
UID:16243-1602770400-1602774000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: The SWaMmy Honors
DESCRIPTION:Virginia is for business. We cordially invite you to the inaugural SWaMmy Honors in celebration of the perseverance\, diversity and tremendous hard-work of Virginia businesses during 2020. \nHear compelling stories from businesses across the state as they are honored for their tremendous perseverance and pivoting with passion to succeed. This program intends to inspire and motivate all who attend. \nJoin us as we Honor and Celebrate ALL of Virginia businesses \nFeaturing special guest speaker Ralph Northam\, Governor\, Commonwealth of Virginia and Small Businesses from across the Commonwealth \nQuestions\, please contact aed-events@arlingtonVA.us or chris.ley@sbsd.virginia.gov
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-event-the-swammy-honors/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T212732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T212732Z
UID:16245-1603274400-1603278000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: Small Business Academy-Marketing & Social Media for your Business
DESCRIPTION:Presenting the Small Business Academy Workshop Series. \nSmall business owners don’t have a big budget for marketing and advertising.  So\, how can a small business owner market their business effectively without spending big bucks?  How can you use social media to marketing your business?  Social media is more than creating a Facebook page for your business. How do you measure the effectiveness of your social media campaigns? Is email marketing getting the results you desire?  What is your business brand? \nCome learn the answers to these marketing questions and more from our marketing expert at Arlington Strategy. \nNOTE: This workshop will be presented via Google Meet…. All registered participants will be emailed the link to join prior to the event. \nRegistration will close Monday\, Oct. 19 at noon to ensure all participants receive link to join in time to test connection/download app if applicable. \nNo fee. Advance registration is required. \nIf you have any questions about this webinar\, contact Chris Ley at chris.ley@sbsd.virginia.gov.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-small-business-academy-marketing-social-media-for-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T214053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T214053Z
UID:16247-1603274400-1603281600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: Leveraging Video to Establish your Brand and Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:• The Importance of Mastering Video when communicating with your internal teams\, with your clients\, and with your partners \n• Common Video Mistakes to Avoid \n• All the Equipment You’ll Ever Need to Look like a Pro on Camera: Audio\, Video\, Lighting \n• Your On-Camera Presence: What Colors\, Patterns\, and Styles Make you Look Professional vs Amateur? \n• Q&A \nCheryl Tan is a speaker\, consultant\, and CEO of Cheryl Tan Media. She helps corporate professionals launch video campaigns and create a greater impact in the world. Her core philosophy is this: Great video creators aren’t born. They are made. Before running her own consulting business\, Cheryl was a TV news anchor\, reporter\, and host for television stations in Georgia and Virginia. Now she shares the skills she learned in the newsroom with businesses and organizations around the country to help them create their own pieces of valuable content. She trains teams and executives to show up better on camera. \nShe is also the creator of the Master Video Today community and Video Bootcamp\, a coaching and mentoring program specifically tailored to entrepreneurs and experts. Her system eliminates stress\, saves time\, and helps students develop the skills to use video to reach a bigger audience. You can learn more about her system and hear expert interviews on her podcast\, STANDOUT with Cheryl Tan. Cheryl and her husband have three sons. They live in Virginia Beach. \nTHIS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA GOOGLE MEETING. A LINK TO ACCESS THE WORKSHOP WILL BE EMAILED TO REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BEFORE THE EVENT.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-leveraging-video-to-establish-your-brand-and-grow-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201006T214956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T214956Z
UID:16249-1603274400-1603281600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: HOW TO GENERATE LEADS IN EVA SELLING TO COMMONWEALTH
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Oct 21st \, 2020 \n10:00am to 12:00pm \nThe Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity in \npartnership with Roanoke Regional SBDC and \nRadford University Invites you to attend a Free \nworkshop to learn how to generate leads on eVA. \nThis is advanced workshop on focused on how to find business \nopportunities and how to build your own lead list (using the public \nreports vs. eVA building the list for you). \nThere will also be a high level overview of the competitive processes \n(Quick Quotes\, IFBs\, RFPs\, etc). \nNo Fee. Advanced registration is REQUIRED…
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-how-to-generate-leads-in-eva-selling-to-commonwealth/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20201201T192147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T192147Z
UID:16464-1607418000-1607425200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program Training
DESCRIPTION:GSA National Capital and Mid-Atlantic Region’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization will be hosting Small Business training that will focus on the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program. This program helps small businesses obtain contract surety bonds with reasonable terms. If you are looking for bonding for the first time\, looking to increase bonding capacity\, or better terms for bonding; then this webinar is for YOU! \nThis training is targeting small businesses in two locations:  National Capital Region (Region 11) and Mid-Atlantic Region (Region 3). \nTopics to include: \n\nOverview of the Surety Guarantee Program\nImportance of Bonding (Inclusive of challenges around bonding)\nExplaining the Process\nEligibility\nSourcing Bonding Agents\nConcluding Thoughts or Take Away Message\n\nPresenter: Peter C. Gibbs\, U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Surety Bond Guarantee Program \n  \nLog in information will be provided under a separate invite. Register now!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/sba-surety-bond-guarantee-program-training/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20210112T220008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T185528Z
UID:16830-1611741600-1611752400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun Workforce Resource Center Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Loudoun Workforce Resource Center will host a Virtual Job Fair on Wednesday\, January 27\, 2021\, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nThe Virtual Job Fair will feature local employers with full-time\, part-time and flex-schedule job openings in Loudoun County and the region. Over 30 employers from various industries will be attending\, including Amazon\, Inova Health System\, JK Moving\, Loudoun County Government\, Northwest Federal Credit Union\, Premier Staffing Source and many others. Some of the open positions include warehouse specialist\, billing specialist\, staff accountant\, certified nursing assistant\, payroll administrator\, case investigator\, electrician\, construction laborer\, inventory specialist\, recruiter and manufacturer technician. Those planning to attend the job fair must register in advance online. Once registered\, attendees will be able to view the full list of all employers attending. \nTo help job seekers get the most out of the virtual job fair\, the Loudoun Workforce Resource Center encourages job seekers to attend the webinar\, “Ask an HR Pro: Resumes & Recruitment\,” on Tuesday\, January 19\, 2021\, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Register online at askanhrpro.eventbrite.com. \nAdditional resources to help job seekers prepare for the virtual job fair are available from the Loudoun Workforce Resource Center at loudoun.gov/wrcworkshops\, such as Tips for Participating in Virtual Career Fairs (PDF). \nAnyone who requires a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in either event may call 703-737-8081. Three days’ notice is requested. \nThe Loudoun Workforce Resource Center\, a Virginia Career Works affiliate\, helps businesses identify well-qualified applicants and helps those looking for work find the right fit. \nFor more information\, contact the center at 703-777-0150 or visit loudoun.gov/wrc.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-workforce-resource-center-virtual-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20210126T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T190907Z
UID:16961-1612260000-1612263600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Strategize Your Job Search Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Today’s job search has changed tremendously. There is lots of advice out there—some good\, some typical\, some practical and some creative. There are no magic bullets to finding a job\, but one thing is clear\, you must job search with a plan—intelligently and strategically. Learn some of the valuable tips for strategizing and succeeding in your job search.\n\nWorkshops are offered via the GoToMeeting platform. Having both camera and microphone capabilities on your device will enhance your workshop experience. Workshops are not conducted in-person.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/strategize-your-job-search-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20210126T220609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T220609Z
UID:16981-1612443600-1612454400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Statewide Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Everyone please join us February 4\, 2021 for our first “Statewide Virtual Hiring Event”.  This event is open to Employers and Jobseekers alike and will be a great opportunity to match everyone’s needs.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/statewide-virtual-hiring-event/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260614T140452
CREATED:20210126T194302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T222418Z
UID:16966-1612861200-1612881000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mock Interview Workshop - By Appointment
DESCRIPTION:The Mock Interview is a 60 minute individual session to help you prepare and strategize for future interviews. Primarily\, behavioral-based interview questions will be presented and you will be asked to respond as you would in a real interview. The Mock Interview will be conducted via the GoToMeeting platform. You must have both camera and microphone capabilities on your device. For all confirmed appointments\, the Training Coordinator will email the GoToMeeting link to the email address that you registered with. At the appointment time\, you must access that link. During the GoToMeeting Mock Interview\, you will be recorded and be given constructive feedback on your interviewing style and how you responded to the questions. After the session\, the recorded interview link will be sent to the email that you registered with.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mock-interview-workshop-by-appointment/2021-02-09/
CATEGORIES:For Employees/Jobseekers,Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars
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