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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:20260614T163929
CREATED:20201006T211539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T211539Z
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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:20260614T163929
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:20260614T163929
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:20260614T163929
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:20260614T163929
CREATED:20201201T192147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T192147Z
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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:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210112T220008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T185528Z
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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:20260614T163929
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:For Employees/Jobseekers,Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
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:20260614T163929
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:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210126T201759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T221856Z
UID:16971-1612951200-1612958400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virginia Values Veterans Core Training
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Values Veterans V3 Program offers this free virtual employer training event on nationally recognized best practices in recruiting\, hiring and retaining military job seekers and military spouses. Earn Virginia certification as a V3-Certified Employer after your organization learns how military affiliated job seekers can be the ideal solution to your talent needs! \nEarn free SHRM & HRCI credits \nLearn about the Hire Vets Now internship Program \nShare jobs in the Transition Connection Newsletter \nLearn about opportunities to participate in virtual job fairs and networking events \nLearn about the $10\,000 Veteran Employment Grant
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virginia-values-veterans-core-training/2021-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T183000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210126T200504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T200504Z
UID:16968-1612965600-1612981800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Military Hire Virtual Job Fair:  IT & Cybersecurity Jobs
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by USAA\, the job fair will be held on a virtual platform where companies can meet collectively as well as privately with veterans which match their open position qualifications. Veterans will be able to submit their resumes to hiring companies. \nMilitary Hire is also partnering with military recruiting event planner\, Job Zone\, to reach out to their collective memberships to bring in companies seeking skilled cybersecurity\, infosec\, and IT candidates to the job fair. \nCompanies attending include – Military Hire (Host)\, JobZone\, USAA (SPONSOR)\, Cisco\, Microsoft\, Parsons\,  SeaLift Command\, S.C. Johnson & Son\, NNSY.jobs\, U.S. Department of State\, Eagle Systems\, Parsons\, Zenetex\, PLUS. Others pending … BlackBox\, Oracle\, OSI Systems.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/military-hire-virtual-job-fair-it-cybersecurity-jobs/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210126T221430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T221553Z
UID:16986-1613556000-1613559600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Find a Career...Change a Career...My Next Move Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Unsure of your next career move? Not sure which career to choose? My Next Move workshop will teach you how to use this online tool so that you can explore occupations\, and find related information\, including job opening\, job outlook information\, salaries\, apprenticeships\, and other related education and training. \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/find-a-career-change-a-career-my-next-move-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210209T180739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T180739Z
UID:17085-1613660400-1613665800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Upwardly Global Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The Workforce Resource Center is pleased host an information session with Upwardly Global (UpGlo) for job seekers interested in applying for their free job searching services. UpGlo is organization focused on supporting immigrant and refugee professionals to re-enter their professional fields in the U.S. workforce.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/upwardly-global-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210126T194302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T222814Z
UID:16993-1614074400-1614096000@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-2021-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210302T220912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T220912Z
UID:17240-1615294800-1615309200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:LIVE\, LOVE & WORK IN VIRGINIA!
DESCRIPTION:3 Days\, 3 Regions\, 3 Opportunities for Employers and Job Seekers to Connect. \nMarch 9th\, 10th and 11th\, from 1pm to 5pm Each Day. \nEmployers & Job Seekers Can Register Once for All Three Days. \n\nMarch 9th: Shenandoah Valley & Northern Virginia – Local Areas Include (Fredericksburg\, Prince William\, Alexandria\, Fairfax\, Arlington\, Winchester\, Harrisonburg\, Charlottesville\, and surrounding areas).\nMarch 10th: Southwestern & South Central Virginia – Local Areas Include (Lynchburg\, Roanoke\, Bristol\, Wytheville\, Martinsville\, and surrounding areas).\nMarch 11th:  Greater Richmond & Hampton Roads – Local Areas Include (Richmond\, Williamsburg\, Hampton\, Norfolk\, Virginia Beach\, Petersburg\, and Surrounding Areas).
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/live-love-work-in-virginia/2021-03-09/
CATEGORIES:For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses,Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210305T163409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T163409Z
UID:17247-1615316400-1615323600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virtual Open House:  Virginia Tech’s 2 year Agriculture Technology program
DESCRIPTION:The Agricultural Technology Program offers a concentrated academic experience for individuals pursuing an associate degree in preparation for careers in the agricultural and green industries. Students can specialize in either Applied Agricultural Management or Landscape and Turf Management. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-open-house-virginia-techs-2-year-agriculture-technology-program/2021-03-09/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210126T201759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T222119Z
UID:16990-1615370400-1615377600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virginia Values Veterans Core Training
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Values Veterans V3 Program offers this free virtual employer training event on nationally recognized best practices in recruiting\, hiring and retaining military job seekers and military spouses. Earn Virginia certification as a V3-Certified Employer after your organization learns how military affiliated job seekers can be the ideal solution to your talent needs! \nEarn free SHRM & HRCI credits \nLearn about the Hire Vets Now internship Program \nShare jobs in the Transition Connection Newsletter \nLearn about opportunities to participate in virtual job fairs and networking events \nLearn about the $10\,000 Veteran Employment Grant
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virginia-values-veterans-core-training-2021-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210315T155908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T155908Z
UID:17349-1616590800-1616605200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:QTS:  How Data Centers Work & Live Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:QTS is hosting a virtual event in partnership with 7×24 Exchange International. \nJoin our guest speaker\, Laren Olsen\, VP of Data Center Facilities at QTS Data Centers\, to get an overview of how data centers work and a LIVE virtual tour of one of our mega data center facilities. \nInternational Data Center Day is designed to create awareness of the data center industry and to inspire the next generation of talent. Learn more about 7X24 Exchange International and International Data Center Day here.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/qts-how-data-centers-work-live-virtual-tour/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210208T213927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T213927Z
UID:17070-1616601600-1616612400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Spring Tech Connect Internship Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you a local industry leader thriving in the technology field and want to share potential internships with high school students in Loudoun County Public Schools? \nCompanies interested in participating in the future internship fairs may contact Kristina Lee at kristina.lee@lcps.org or complete an online interest form at  https://bit.ly/SpringTechConnectInterestForm.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/spring-tech-connect-internship-fair/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210317T143519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T143519Z
UID:17357-1616688000-1616691600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun Cyber Professionals - Inaugural Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Launching in March 2021\, 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. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-cyber-professionals-inaugural-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210308T221554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T221554Z
UID:17279-1617019200-1617022800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virginia Registered Apprenticeship: Meet & Greet with Associated General Contractors of Virginia (AGCVA)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, March 29\, 2021 when the AGCVA’s CEO\, Brandon Robinson\, CAE discusses how the construction industry is putting concerted focus on being the industry of choice for diverse and talented workers.  Walk through our latest program\, Culture of Care\, to learn about the construction industry’s approach to creating and promoting an inclusive work environment.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virginia-registered-apprenticeship-meet-greet-with-associated-general-contractors-of-virginia-agcva/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210317T202837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T202837Z
UID:17376-1617100200-1617105600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Creating Workforce Flexibility for Achieving Operational Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:White House Leadership Development team is excited to introduce “The Invitation”-a series of 90-minute events that invite feds to think through how they too can be impactful leaders and play a part in good government. \nThis month we will discuss Creating Workforce Flexibility for Achieving Operational Resiliency. We look forward to this interactive experience with our good gov partners.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-workforce-flexibility-for-achieving-operational-resiliency/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210325T172240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T172240Z
UID:17516-1617111000-1617120000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Interviewing to Get Hired
DESCRIPTION:A-Z of what you need to know about the interview process. Get a better understanding of what to expect during the interview and learn how to: identify your transferable skills…and highlight your skills and achievements through story telling This two half-day boot camp workshop will help you put it all together and prepare you to be more successful in your future interviews.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/interviewing-to-get-hired/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210409T190611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T190611Z
UID:17894-1618338600-1618342200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Becoming Competitive for a Federal Career
DESCRIPTION:Learn key insights on how to prepare your resume and STAR stories from a federal recruiter’s point of view. Also\, gain new techniques on how to showcase and translate your STAR stories to a federal career field. \nLearning Objectives: \n* Discuss key characteristics of a federal career. \n* Understand the federal concept of transferable skills. \n* Identify and translate your own skills to a federal career. \n* Create some amazing STAR stories to describe your professional accomplishments. \n* Screen federal jobs against their goals\, skills\, and values.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/becoming-competitive-for-a-federal-career/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210414T162754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174051Z
UID:17945-1618408800-1618416000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:SuperPitch: Putting the Punch in Your Pitch!
DESCRIPTION:Delivery techniques to engage an audience and get them to act.\nWhen you pitch\, HOW you pitch is as important as the information you share. If your audience isn’t engaged with your story you’re totally wasting your breath. Regardless of why you pitch you must make sure you pitch with energy and confidence. Investors or customers won’t get excited about your company or organization if YOU are not excited about it too. \nThis interactive 2-hour\, online session will cover: \n\nHow body language impacts whether people take your seriously or ignore you. *\nHow considering communication styles can save you from a fate worse than death. *\nHow energy and tone make you the expert instead of appearing as an amateur. *\nMaking sure your pitch engages over video or in a video recording. *\n\nJoin Eric Byrd\, SBDC Manager (and pitching coach) to get crystal clear about how to talk about your unique value whenever you present or pitch.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/superpitch-putting-the-punch-in-your-pitch/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210409T193504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T193504Z
UID:17902-1618570800-1618578000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Amazon Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is hosting a virtual information session on April 16th\, 2021 with one session from 11am to 12pm and 12pm to 1pm. \nThis will be a virtual Zoom Meeting: https://bit.ly/3fww5Oy \nMeeting ID: 711 4423 1444 \nPassword: 1T0vcg \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/amazon-virtual-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210414T170224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174224Z
UID:17950-1618918200-1618923600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Fundamentals of Launching Your Own Business\nHave you ever wanted to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? If so\, this class can help you understand the basics you need to know before you begin.\nMaybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \nThis will be a virtual class with two parts:\nPart 1: Online video lessons with course content to watch on-demand\nPart 2: A live\, online\, virtual Q & A session on the “day of class”- Tuesday\, April 20\, 2021 \n—\nUpon registration you will be given access to the video lessons. You will be able to watch them whenever you wish. The class will “meet” via zoom video session (or you can join by telephone) on the day of class to discuss the material and to answer any questions you may have.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-your-business-class/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210423
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210120T212353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T212903Z
UID:16939-1619049600-1619135999@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Catalyst for Change Webinar: Applying Analytics to Rediscover Your Clients
DESCRIPTION:The Catalyst for Change Series explores how business leaders use moments of disruption to change the course of their companies to accelerate growth\, expand services\, meet new needs\, and re-design the way toward a brighter future. Catalyst for Change is organized by the NOVA Economic Development Alliance (NOVA EDA)
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/catalyst-for-change-webinar-gravy-analytics-applying-analytics-to-rediscover-your/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="NOVA EDA":MAILTO:info@novaeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T163929
CREATED:20210414T173734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174016Z
UID:17955-1619100000-1619107200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Simple Business Plan Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Create a Powerful Plan for Your Small Business (2-Part Series)\nAll businesses need a plan to succeed. Your plan drives critical decisions and actions that determine whether you succeed or fail. Identifying your core customers\, important activities and key resources can make sure you’re focusing your business on profitability and growth \nUnfortunately\, the business planning process can be confusing and complicated. The format of a traditional business plan can be long\, lengthy and intimidating to write. Knowing what information is critical to include and knowing where to get that information can result in a plan that isn’t helpful or ends up on the shelf ignored. \nIn this two-session class we will take a fresh look at how to create a plan that works for your small business. One that is less confusing\, gives you the ability to make important decisions\, and helps you figure out how to determine what information you really need before you execute the plan. SBDC Manager Eric Byrd will walk you through building your own simple business plan using The Business Model Canvas and other tools so you can easily chart a course for success. \n\nIn the first session (part one) you will identify the 5 Elements of Your Plan and define the structure of your business concept. This is the foundation of your plan and of your business once you open your doors at launch time.\nAlso in the first session (part one)\, you will discover how to identify your core Customer Segments and Value Proposition to map out what you need to know to turn your idea into an actual operational business.\nBetween the sessions you will do research and gather information about your key customers and value proposition to include in your basic plan.\nIn the second session (part two) you will learn how to use your value proposition information to map out your business model and identify ways to confirm your concept using the data gathering and validation techniques.\nAlso in the second session\, you will be exposed to the three core Business Finance concepts you will need to understand to turn your idea into a functioning business.\nThroughout the process you will be able to ask questions and identify the specific information you need to have to create the right plan for your specific business.\n\nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd\, Manager\, Loudoun SBDC \nFee: $0 No Cost \nTwo Sessions:\n(Part 1) Thursday\, April 22th\, 2020  2:00pm – 4:00pm\n(Part 2) Thursday\, April 29th\, 2020  2:00pm – 4:00pm
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/simple-business-plan-bootcamp-8/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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