BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Loudoun County Economic Development, VA - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Loudoun County Economic Development, VA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Loudoun County Economic Development, VA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090436 CREATED:20190130T224929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T175020Z UID:10505-1557217800-1557223200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Create Experiences That Attract Customers DESCRIPTION:Create Experiences That Attract Customers\nIn a world where customers can buy almost everything online\, they need a reason to visit your business in person. Find out how to create experiences that will attract consumers\, build customer loyalty\, and increase revenue. \nYou’ll get to see how this works in action: this event will be held at the award-winning Belfort Furniture\, where you’ll enjoy a tasty breakfast along with morning cocktails generously provided by our hosts. You can’t beat learning experiential retail strategies while relaxing in a comfy showroom! \nPresenters:\n\nThe Old Luckett’s Store: Suzanne Eblen\, Owner\nBlend Coffee: Mimi Backhausen\, Owner\nBelfort Furniture: Matt Huber\, Executive Vice President\nKetterman’s Jewlers: Tammi Ketterman\, Owner\n\nRegister today:\n Create Experiences That Attract Customers First Name* Last Name:* How many people attending?* Email:* Are you the business owner?YesNo Organization:SubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leveraging-experiential-retail-to-increase-foot-traffic/ LOCATION:Belfort Furniture\, 22250 Shaw Road\, VA\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Experientail-Retail-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090436 CREATED:20190130T230006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145844Z UID:10510-1557228600-1557239400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market\nCongratulations! You had a successful season at the farmers market and are ready to explore new sales opportunities for your business. But how do you get started? \nYou are invited to learn from your peers that have made successful transitions from farmers markets to further their business growth. \nWe have assembled a panel of rural entrepreneurs who will provide you with case studies on their own business expansion efforts\, followed by a Q&A session. \nThe discussion will focus on food cooperatives\, farm-to-chef agreements\, retail sales\, and wholesale opportunities. \nOur Panel:\n\nAlicia Swanstrom\, Owner/Elixir Mixer at Greenheart Juice\nTyler Wegmeyer\, President at Wegmeyer Farms\nKelly Capritta\, General Manager at Catoctin Coffee\nDavid Giusti\, Second Spring Farm\n\nThis event registration has closed. If you would like to be added to the waiting list\, please contact John Magistro. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/grow-your-business-outside-of-the-farmers-market/ LOCATION:Loudoun Extension Office\, 750 Miller Dr SE\, Leesburg CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/growing-out-of-farmers-market-SOLD-OUT-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090436 CREATED:20190318T172819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T172819Z UID:10959-1557235800-1557244800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP) at George Mason University Mason Enterprise Center (MEC) is a statewide non-profit program funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \nCo-located in the City of Fairfax\, Virginia with the other programs under the MEC umbrella\, the Virginia PTAP manages two additional satellite procurement centers in the Commonwealth. To find out if we offer counseling services in your area\, visit our locations page to to sign up. \nAll centers provide services that help business do business with government at the federal\, state\, and local level. \nThe workshop\, Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting\, will cover the following: \n\nMajor Contract types\nDirect and Indirect cost\nCost Accumulation Structure\nIndirect Cost Pools\nIndirect Rates\nAccounting for Unallowables\nDCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\nAccounting Policy and Procedures\nAccounting & timesheet software options for contractors\n\nHow to set up your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review \n\nHow to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\nHow to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\nHow to set up payroll to track direct and indirect labor\nHow to generate labor distribution report\nHow to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\nHow to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report\n\nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance-driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every day. \nPoint of Contact: Kellie Peterson (703) 277-7750\nCenter: Virginia PTAP – Northern Virginia\nLocation: MEC-Leesburg\, 202 Church Street\, SE\, Rm 107\, Leesburg VA 20175-3031 URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T193000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190130T231306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T202941Z UID:10513-1557250200-1557257400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing DESCRIPTION:Prototyping Loudoun’s Future for Highly Specialized Manufacturing\nAdvanced manufacturing companies locating in Loudoun benefit from critical local infrastructure\, including power\, transportation and a developed supply chain. \nAs we continue to grow this industry\, engaging with the community is crucial to developing and attracting the resources and businesses that can help manufacturing grow. \nDuring Small Business Week\, you are invited to a meeting of the leading manufacturing minds in Loudoun County\, to discuss what’s next. The goal of the event is to highlight projects and opportunities in the region that will help Loudoun to stay at the cutting edge of manufacturing. \nExpect to hear about multiple facets of the future of manufacturing in Loudoun including workforce\, industry trends\, manufacturing education and product innovation. \nConfirmed Panelists:\n\nBenjamin Moses\, Technical Director\, AMT\nJoe Travez\, CEO\, Protoype Productions Incorporated\nCallye Keen\, Design Manager\, K-form and President\, Red Blue Collective\nChad Knights\, Provost of Information and Engineering Technologies\, Northern Virginia Community College\n\nCome network with experts in the advanced manufacturing industry and help unlock the potential of advanced manufacturing in Loudoun. \nJoin us at the George Washington University’s Exploration Building first floor auditorium (20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn VA 20147). \nRSVP Today:\n Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/prototyping-loudouns-future-for-highly-specialized-manufacturing/ LOCATION:GWU Science and Technology Campus\, 20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn\, 20147\, United States CATEGORIES:Technology,Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/manufacturing-technology-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190130T234037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T192125Z UID:10517-1557306000-1557309600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:1 Million Cups-Loudoun DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups-Loudoun\nThe 1 Million Cups-Loudoun program has helped over 200 founders identify new opportunities for their business. \nThis forum has been the first stop for many of Loudoun’s successful startups and continues to be an important entry point for many of today’s great business ideas. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week come out to meet Om Suthar\, founder and CEO of SQRL. SQRL is a platform for small business owners who want to provide an effective and valuable wellness program to their workforce\, but have been priced out by their insurance plan. Learn more about at www.sqrl.me \nWhy your business should present: \n\nGet solutions for a business challenge from an engaged and supportive audience;\nValidate that your product or service is the right fit for your customer;\nCrowdsource new ideas for sales and marketing\, go-to-market strategy or funding that you may not have considered previously;\nPractice how you deliver the presentation of your business or idea.\n\nWhat you can expect as an attendee: \n\nOne business owner presents their business each week and provides a challenge or opportunity that they are working on;\nThe audience is asked to help provide solutions and ideas for the owner to consider;\nNetworking with other business owners and Loudoun community resources.\n\nLearn more about the history and growth 1 Million Cups across the country. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-loudoun/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/1-million-cups-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T133000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190130T233519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T201325Z UID:10515-1557316800-1557322200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Business Without Borders DESCRIPTION:Business Without Borders\nLoudoun’s international business base consists of more than 120 companies\, representing at least 27 countries. \nWhy have so many chosen to locate in Loudoun? With easy access to Washington\, D.C.\, a talented workforce\, and a base of public and private customers\, Loudoun has been a great place for U.S. or North American headquarters\, research and development facilities or sales offices. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week\, come hear from several international firms operating in Loudoun\, as they discuss the unique advantages of operating here. \nLooking to expand your company to the United States? Meet with our International Business Development Manager\, Robert McCollar\, to learn more about the #LoudounPossible opportunities. \nPresenters:\nBrian Lenihan\, Executive Director\, SelectUSA \nFelix Specht\, Managing Director\, Biogrund \nAmir Hadzimehmedovic\, General Manager\, Ferrari Maserati of Washington \nRegister today:\n Business Without Borders First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/why-international-businesses-choose-loudoun/ LOCATION:The Bungalow Lakehouse\, 46116 Lake Center Plaza\, Sterling\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Biz-without-borders-100.jpg GEO:39.0329548;-77.4035824 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Bungalow Lakehouse 46116 Lake Center Plaza Sterling VA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=46116 Lake Center Plaza:geo:-77.4035824,39.0329548 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T173000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190419T185049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T185049Z UID:11207-1557325800-1557336600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Price to Win – It's More than Just Pricing (Leesburg) DESCRIPTION:In today’s market price is a big factor in submitting a winning proposal. However that is only part of the story. There are a number of variables that need to be addressed before you develop a price. This presentation will explore all the dimensions of developing a company culture\, structure and strategy that\, once established\, position you to develop a Price to Win. \n\nMarket Trends – What to Expect in Today’s Environment\nWhat’s Right for Me? – Business Development and Marketing Strategies\n\nEstablishing a Marketing/BD Culture\nCompetition Management\n\n\n\n\nWinning – Proposal and Pricing Strategies\n\nWin Strategy\nPrice To Win\nProposal Management\n\n\n\nInstructor Gary Fitch will discuss strategies his team used to grow Gray Hawk Systems to $100M in sales in nine years\, Kingfisher Systems from $0-$42M revenue in seven years with $500M in outstanding proposals\, and White Owl Systems from $0-$3.5M run rate in 24 months. \nGary Fitch has a broad background across all public sector markets. He is an Entrepreneur\, Subject Matter Expert and Consultant to small-and medium-sized businesses on Strategic Planning\, Proposals\, Price-to-Win Analyses\, CPSR Compliant Contracts/Subcontracts\, GSA Schedules\, Cost Estimating/Financial Analysis\, Burden Rates Development\, and DCAA Compliance. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/price-to-win-its-more-than-just-pricing-leesburg/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190131T142355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T135510Z UID:10522-1557338400-1557345600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Leesburg Business Awards DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leesburg-business-awards-2/ LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/leesburg-biz-awards-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T090000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190131T143532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T205946Z UID:10527-1557387000-1557392400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Business @ Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Business @ Breakfast\nGrab your business cards and join the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce at their Business @ Breakfast monthly roundtable networking event. \nConnect with 100+ Chamber members from a wide range of businesses during an event consistently named the favorite networking event of the year. \nThis month\, our department is the signature sponsor for this event\, as we celebrate Loudoun Small Business Week 2019. \nThe program will include a presentation from Rural Business Development Manager John Magistro to promote the upcoming Loudoun Spring Farm Tour\, and discuss additional business opportunities to engage with Loudoun farms. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-breakfast/ LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Biz-at-breakfast-100.jpg GEO:39.0655407;-77.4871239 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Belmont Country Club 43750 Tournament Parkway Ashburn 20147;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43750 Tournament Parkway:geo:-77.4871239,39.0655407 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190131T144726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T210327Z UID:10529-1557399600-1557414000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Start Your Business in Loudoun DESCRIPTION:Start Your Business in Loudoun\nDo you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? \nMaybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. Perhaps you may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. \nIf you answered “yes\,” or have other questions about getting your business started\, then this group session is for you. \nNavigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and determining which licenses you need to launch can be a daunting task. We’re here to make it easier. \nCome learn the answer to these and other questions at this *no cost* interactive group session. We’ll answer questions\, talk about what will make your new venture profitable\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. \nWe will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business-in-loudoun/ LOCATION:Gum Spring Public Library\, 24600 Millstream Drive\, Aldie\, VA\, 20105\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Start-Your-Business-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:38.9370917;-77.5465112 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gum Spring Public Library 24600 Millstream Drive Aldie VA 20105 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24600 Millstream Drive:geo:-77.5465112,38.9370917 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190131T165222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T200145Z UID:10531-1557401400-1557406800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Healthcare's Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute DESCRIPTION:Healthcare’s Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility.\nWith the digitization of healthcare information\, the industry is taking advantage of tools in big data and analytics to improve the quality of patient care. \nAs a business sector\, healthcare data analytics is expected to be an industry worth more than $68 billion by 2024\, and it’s an area where Loudoun can lead. The key is Loudoun’s greatest manmade asset: fiber. \nInterested in learning more about how Loudoun businesses are creating opportunities in the field? Join us for a Loudoun Small Business Week discussion on how healthcare is ready to leverage big data right here in Loudoun County. \nIntro and Welcome:\nJohn Wood\, Telos\, CEO and Chairman of the Board \nPresenters:\n \nBruce Kimmel\, Vidrio Technologies\, CEO \n \nJeffrey Gallagher\, Virginia Bio\, CEO \n \nMike Perham\, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia\, Director\, Innovations and External Relations \nVideo: \n \nDaniel Golding\, Google\, Global Planning and Design Lead\, Datacenter Networks\, Google \nModerator: \n \nSarah Price\, Loudoun County Economic Development\, Business Development Manager \n  \nThanks to Telos Corp.\, our host for this in-depth panel. \n \n\n\n\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/big-data-dark-fiber-and-the-power-to-compute/ LOCATION:Telos Corporation\, 19886 Ashburn Road\, Ashburn\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Big-Data-Dark-Fiber-100-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190214T215604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145502Z UID:10787-1557423000-1557428400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery\nCybersecurity risks and regulations continue to evolve making it difficult for any business to keep pace\, especially small firms with fewer resources. \nIn spite of the growing complexities in securing your business and customer data\, there are best practices that any small business can implement to protect their assets. \nWe have assembled a panel of cybersecurity experts from the small-to-midsized business community. These professionals invite you to learn about simple processes and tools that you organization can implement to safeguard business and customer information. \nFollowing each presentation will be a moderated discussion and opportunity for questions from the audience. \nPresenters:\nTim Reichert\, CEO Energy Sherlock \nTim Reichert is a respected executive with a distinguished career that spans more than 25 years in the fields of energy conservation services\, technology development/implementation and business development. He has extensive experience in energy/commercial real estate services\, engineering-based cost segregation\, property evaluations and leading high-performance sales/marketing organizations \nSindi Major Martinez\, CEO CEM Solutions Group  \nAs a management & technology consultant\, Sindi focuses on helping clients develop and execute business and technology strategies in alignment with their strategic goals and objectives. For more than 20 years\, she has served as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and senior managers across multiple industries including healthcare\, legal\, marketing\, nonprofit and government contracting organizations. \nModerator:\nDennis Brouwer\, Loudoun County Economic Development  \nAs the Business Development Manager for Cybersecurity\, Dennis works with cyber-focused companies to help them invest and grow in Loudoun County. He has led product management organizations focused on networking and security services for over 20 years\, and has served as General Manager of a global\, $300m IT services business. Dennis is a former holder of the CISSP credential and a frequent speaker on the challenges and opportunities of leading in the age of cyber. \nRSVP Today:\n Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/cybersecurity-best-practices-for-small-business-2/ LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Cyber-best-Practes-100.jpg GEO:39.0238995;-77.4553148 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Old Ox Brewery 44652 Guilford Dr. #114 Ashburn VA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114:geo:-77.4553148,39.0238995 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190408T180404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190408T193632Z UID:11079-1557475200-1557482400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Marketing Your Small Business to Your Ideal Tourist DESCRIPTION:Marketing Your Small Business to Your Ideal Tourist\nAccording to the latest numbers\, Loudoun’s tourism industry is worth nearly $2 billion. Are you interested in learning how to attract tourists to your business? \nThis event is designed to help you make better decisions about where to spend precious marketing dollars and personal time to get the right message to the right audience at the right time. \nGetting very clear about how to spend your marketing budget and your time will lead to more sales qualified leads\, higher conversion rates\, and ultimately more revenue for your business. \n8:00-8:30 am    |Registration/Networking\n8:30-10:00 am  | Program \nSpeaker:\nKris Brinker\, Ocean 5 Strategies \nProviding established companies with programs and tools that generate more highly qualified leads\, more closed contracts\, and more profit.  Focusing on sales enablement\, agile marketing programs\, strategic planning\, and sales and marketing technology integration. \nClient wins:\n500% ROI\n600% increase in client acquisition\n218% increase in profit\n216% increase in conversion rates \n  \nEvent Sponsor URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-your-small-business-to-your-ideal-tourist/ LOCATION:The Bush Tabernacle\, 250 S. Nursery Ave.\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132 CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Tourist-Destination-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190405T203038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T002847Z UID:11075-1557484200-1557496800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun’s Entrepreneurial Women’s Business Seminar DESCRIPTION:Female Founded: Loudoun’s Entrepreneurial Women\nAre you ready to start your own business but what happens on the other side of making the big leap? \nWe invite you to hear from Loudoun based Women Entrepreneurs who will share their experiences and offer feedback by providing valuable insight into the world of women-owned businesses. \nThis is a great opportunity to ask\, learn and network. You will leave empowered to bring your business to the community\, learning from women representing a variety of industries. \nLoudoun Commission on Women and Girls (LCWAG) is pleased to host this panel discussion. Our mission is to Educate\, Collaborate\, and Empower our women and girls to confidently grow in their personal and professional lives. \nThis session is free to attend and lunch will be provided. RSVP by clicking here. Event flyer can be seen here. \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudouns-entreprenuerial-women/ LOCATION:Loudoun Area Agency on Aging\, 742 Miller Dr. SE\, Leesburg\, VA 20175\, 742 Miller Drive SE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Female-FOunded-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190408T182359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T192239Z UID:11082-1557487800-1557496800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Visit Loudoun's Annual Meeting and Tourism Awards DESCRIPTION:Visit Loudoun’s Annual Meeting celebrates and honors Loudoun’s tourism industry — the businesses\, the people\, the work\, and accomplishments that make it successful! \nIt is time for networking and recognition. During the event\, Visit Loudoun Tourism Awards are presented and the nominees and winners are honored. \nVisit Loudoun’s voting members also elect the Board Members for the next three-year term. The program takes place during National Travel and Tourism Week and includes a luncheon and presentation. \nMembers of the tourism industry\, elected officials\, and media are invited to attend. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/annual-meeting-tourism-awards/ LOCATION:The National\, 18980 Upper Belmont Place\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/VLTA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T183000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190520T141606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T141606Z UID:11260-1557495000-1557513000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Pasture-Based Production: Managing the Family Farm DESCRIPTION:Learn how farmers Casey Wisch and Molly Kroiz manage multi-species grazing (cattle\, goats\, pigs\, and poultry)\, direct marketing\, and value-added production on their neighboring farms. We will discuss multi-species grazing management\, raising small groups of livestock with children on the farm\, balancing family and business demands\, and pasture management for animal nutrition\, environmental sustainability\, and soil health. \nWe will begin at Long Stone Farm (38212 Long Ln\, Lovettsville\, VA 20180) and travel to George’s Mill Artisan Cheese (11873 Georges Mill Rd\, Lovettsville\, VA) for the second part of the workshop—please be prepared to drive or carpool during the field day. A potluck will follow the workshop. Please bring a dish to share! \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/pasture-based-production-managing-the-family-farm/ LOCATION:Long Stone Farm\, Long Stone Farm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190513T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190513T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190429T203104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T203104Z UID:11346-1557738000-1557756000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Selling to the Commonwealth- 1:1 Coaching DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity in partnership with the Loudoun County Economic Development will offer one-on-one counseling sessions on how to conduct business with Virginia state agencies by appointment at the Loudoun County Economic Development office. \nEach one-on-one business counseling session will be 1 hour and are FREE but by appointment only. \nTo schedule an appointment: email chris.ley@sbsd.virginia.gov URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/selling-to-the-commonwealth-11-counseling-2-2-3-2-2/ LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States GEO:39.0063227;-77.487401 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Loudoun Economic Development 43777 Central Station Drive Suite 300 Ashburn VA 20147 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300:geo:-77.487401,39.0063227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190520T141631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T141631Z UID:11208-1557741600-1557748800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Personnel Security Clearance Adjudication Process for Government Contractor Employees (Leesburg) DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explain the process for adjudicating personnel security clearances for employees of government contractor companies\, describe the categories and examples of security concerns that could be raised in the adjudication process\, outline the mitigating factors that could allay the Government’s identified security concerns\, and discuss the most effective strategies for identifying and mitigating potential security concerns before identified by the Government. \nOrest J. Jowyk\, Counsel \nInstructor Mr. Orest J. Jowyk is a “second-career” lawyer who brings together over a decade of legal experience with over 30 years of experience in and around the U.S. Government. He served for 20 years in the U.S. Air Force as both an enlisted member and officer\, and logged approximately 3\,000 hours as a navigator/electronic warfare officer on the B-52\, the RC-135\, and the OC-135. After completing his Air Force career\, he attended law school while working for a government contractor in the Washington\, DC area as an acquisition analyst. \nMr. Jowyk began his legal practice in the Northern Virginia office of Shaw Pittman LLP (which later merged into what is now Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP)\, where he was a senior associate in that firm’s Government Contracts & Disputes practice group. \nHe then served as General Counsel for two government contractors where he was responsible for all legal matters involving those companies. Before joining McMahon\, Welch and Learned\, PLLC\, he practiced as a solo attorney with Ravenhearth Law\, PLLC. \nDaniel Herdman\, Facility Security Officer \nMr. Herdman is a career security specialist with over 11 years of experience in various aspects of the field. During and after completing a degree in Administration of Justice at George Mason University\, he worked in various security contractor capacities before transitioning into Personnel Security. He has supported both large and small cleared facilities\, both as a billable subcontractor and as an in-house analyst. He currently serves as the Facility Security Officer for BWM Outcomes\, managing all aspects of the Facility Clearance and the PCLs of individual employees. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/personnel-security-clearance-adjudication-process-for-government-contractor-employees-leesburg/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190514T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190514T123000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190419T184822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T184822Z UID:11209-1557828000-1557837000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg) DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Government Contract Accounting \n\nMajor Contract types\nDirect and Indirect cost\nCost Accumulation Structure\nIndirect Cost Pools\nIndirect Rates\nAccounting for Unallowables\nDCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\nAccounting Policy and Procedures\nAccounting & timesheet software options for contractors\n\nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review \n\nHow to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\nHow to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\nHow to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\nHow to generate labor distribution report\nHow to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\nHow to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report\n\nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every day. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-5/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190514T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190409T135707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T135707Z UID:11112-1557856800-1557860400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:YEA! Information Session DESCRIPTION:Applications are now open for the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) Class of 2020! Join us to learn more about the YEA program and what it has to offer your budding entrepreneur. Please register anyone who will be attending the event\, seating is limited. \nFor additional information on this program\, please visit our main YEA page. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/yea-information-session/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190415T135315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T135315Z UID:11166-1557910800-1557914400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:1 Million Cups- Loudoun DESCRIPTION:The 1 Million Cups-Loudoun program has helped over 200 founders identify new opportunities for their business. \nThis forum has been the first stop for many of Loudoun’s successful startups and continues to be an important entry point for many of today’s great business ideas. \nCheck back soon for this week’s presenter\, or APPLY to present your business at https://www.1millioncups.com/loudoun \nWhy your business should present: \n• Get solutions for a business challenge from an engaged and supportive audience;\n• Validate that your product or service is the right fit for your customer;\n• Crowdsource new ideas for sales and marketing\, go-to-market strategy or funding that you may not have considered previously;\n• Practice how you deliver the presentation of your business or idea. \nWhat you can expect as an attendee: \n• One business owner presents their business each week and provides a challenge or opportunity that they are working on;\n• The audience is asked to help provide solutions and ideas for the owner to consider;\n• Networking with other business owners and Loudoun community resources. \nLearn more about the history and growth of 1 Million Cups across the country\, https://www.1millioncups.com/ URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-loudoun-2-2/2019-05-15/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190415T204832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11185-1557939600-1557946800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Northern Virginia Council Connections Reception DESCRIPTION:Virts Family Farm has been in operation since 1767 and has since expanded to include a farm market\, food truck and hydroponic greenhouse! \nJoin us for the Northern Virginia Council Connections reception at their farm market\, hosted by the Virginia Agribusiness Council and Loudoun County Economic Development! Attendees will receive a brief recap of the recent General Assembly session from Council staff and have an opportunity to ask questions about legislation impacting their farms and businesses.   \nSchedule:\n \n5:00 pm – Tour of hydroponic greenhouse \n5:30 pm – Registration \n               Networking; Refreshments & Appetizers \n               Brief program URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/northern-virginia-council-connections-reception/ LOCATION:Virts Family Farms\, 15485 Purcellville Rd\, Purcellville VA 20132 CATEGORIES:Small Biz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190115T153751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:10369-1558081800-1558112400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:ICAP 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. \nLearn more and apply at: https://www.virginiasbdc.org/icap-lean-startup-short-course-loudoun/ URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/icap-cohort/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190405T190457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:10373-1558081800-1558112400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:ICAP 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. \nLearn more and apply at: https://www.virginiasbdc.org/icap-lean-startup-short-course-loudoun/ URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/icap-cohort-3/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190520T141644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11417-1558173600-1558281600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Spring Farm Tour DESCRIPTION:Spring Farm Tour\nMay 18 and 19\, 2019\n 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nSee the participants on this year’s Spring Farm Tour in the interactive map below or click here to download a PDF of the brochure. \nCopies of the brochure will be available locally at all Loudoun County libraries\, community centers\, Visit Loudoun and the Government Center in Leesburg. \nInterested in eating healthy\, selfies with animals\, or supporting local business? Then clear your schedule for the 2019 Loudoun Spring Farm Tour on May 18-19\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 33 participating farms and 63 craft beverage producers. \nThis free\, self-guided tour will happen rain or shine and puts farms in the limelight at the start of growing season. \nLoudoun farm products are found year-round in school lunches\, restaurant menus\, farmers markets\, wayside stands and farm subscriptions around the region. Farm tours help close the distance between the consumer and commodities. \nTo participate in the biannual tour\, each farm provides an educational component for visitors. To make touring easier\, the full list of farms has been broken into small\, themed tours: \n\nCommunity Supported Agriculture: Interested in buying a farm subscription? This tour will let you see where your weekly package of produce\, meats or dairy originates;\nHands-On Tour: Get your hands dirty with your choice of strawberry picking\, bouquet arranging\, crafting and planting;\nHorses and More Tour: Get the perfect selfie with horses\, donkeys\, alpacas and sheep;\nLittle One’s Tour: All of our sites are family-friendly\, but these farms put kids first;\nLook and See Tour: Drink in the views as you walk historic trails and tour innovative farms;\nTastes of Loudoun Tour: Loudoun is on the menu as these farms fire up the grill or provide the ingredients to take home. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/spring-farm-tour/ LOCATION:Virts Family Farms\, 15485 Purcellville Rd\, Purcellville VA 20132 CATEGORIES:Small Biz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190401T175450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11007-1558346400-1558366200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:1:1 SCORE Business Coaching DESCRIPTION:For over 50 years\, SCORE has served as America’s premier source of free business mentoring and education.\nSCORE provides confidential business advice through our network of 10\,000 volunteer business experts. SCORE’s mentors\, comprised of active and retired business men and women\, provide clients with free and confidential business counseling. \nWhy Choose SCORE? \n\nSince SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\, our mentoring services are free\, regardless of the number of times you visit a mentor.\nYou can meet with one or several mentors via email\, video chat or face-to-face in your local chapter.\nOur mentors are experienced in all aspects and stages of business development\, whether you’re thinking of starting a business or growing your existing company.\n\nLoudoun Economic Development is excited to open its office to our local SCORE counselors to conduct 1:1 coaching sessions in Ashburn\, VA. \nYou must register in advance for a coaching session. Local mentor Kalpesh Patel has an easy link to get started:https://squareup.com/appointments/book/Z5QSDVMNEXGQ5/score-kalpesh-patel-ashburn-va URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/11-score-business-coaching/ LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.0063227;-77.487401 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Loudoun Economic Development 43777 Central Station Drive Suite 300 Ashburn VA 20147 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300:geo:-77.487401,39.0063227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T173000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190409T135916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11114-1558459800-1558459800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Business Women of Loudoun: Spring Social DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Spring with good wine\, appetizers\, networking\, and conversation. Create meaningful connections while enjoying the beautiful setting of Tarara Winery. \n  \n \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-women-of-loudoun-spring-social/ LOCATION:Tarara Winery\, 13648 Tarara Lane\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190412T135242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11139-1558522800-1558530000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Simple Business Plan Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Create a Powerful Plan for Your Small Business (Part 1 & 2)\nWhether you’re first starting out\, or your business has been open for years\, all 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 gives you the ability to make important decisions\, is relevant to you and your team as well as being less confusing. 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. \nIn the first session (month one) you will map out your business model and identify all the critical aspects of running your particular business. Between the sessions you will do research and gather information so when you return for the second session (month two) you can focus on documenting your plan. Throughout 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. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/simple-business-plan-bootcamp-2/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T163000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190405T194654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11060-1558531800-1558542600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun Workforce Resource Center's Employer Resource Expo DESCRIPTION:The Loudoun Workforce Resource Center continues to support local businesses with an Employer Resource Expo at the Cascades Library on Wednesday\, May 22nd from 1:30 pm -4:30 pm. The Expo features 20+ community partners who provide services in the areas of recruitment\, retention\, employee training as well as other workforce needs. Open to all established and emerging businesses at no cost. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-workforce-resource-centers-employer-resource-expo/ LOCATION:Cascades Library\, 21030 Whitfield Pl\, Potomac Falls\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T090437 CREATED:20190409T135938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z UID:11117-1558546200-1558551600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun Tech: Making Sense of Advanced Technology to Grow Your Business DESCRIPTION:How to Decide if your Business will Benefit from Implementing Automation\, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning\nBeing a successful business leader means knowing how to gain a competitive advantage by leveraging advanced technologies to improve efficiency and strategy\, maximize talent and drive new revenues. \nAt this Loudoun Technology Coalition event\, a panel of regional experts will discuss the benefits and challenges of cutting edge technologies related to automation\, artificial intelligence and machine learning\, and how businesses just like yours are using these technologies to their advantage. There also will be plenty of opportunities to network with technology professionals to better understand the tools\, or bots\, that can help your business grow. \nThe panel discussion will address the following questions: \n\nWhat is automation\, artificial intelligence and machine learning and how do they work together?\nWhere in a business strategy or operations do these tools make sense?\nHow are businesses using these tools today and to what results?\n\nModerator:\nBrian Newlin\, Principal at YHB (linkedin)\nBrian has over 13 years of experience in Risk Advisory Services providing clients exceptional service and value-driven feedback on their IT systems and internal control framework. \nPanel:\nTyler Sweat\, Managing Partner at Future Tense (linkedin)\nTyler is a Strategic Advisor with deep experience across emerging technology\, security\, and organizational transformation. He works with organizations looking to stimulate growth or innovation within their organizations\, those trying to bring structure to strategic planning processes\, and those trying to connect emerging technology with National Security leaders. \nBrian Keith\, Partner\, IBM Data and AI North America Government Expert Labs (linkedin)\nA Data\, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cloud Leader who partners with C-level executives and business leaders to help create tremendous enterprise and customer value by leveraging Data & AI in their organizations. After spending nearly a decade working in Data\, AI and Cloud with major government agencies and small businesses\, Brian knows what it takes to implement an agile Data\, AI & Cloud strategy\, and organize teams to support an AI function. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-tech-making-sense-of-advanced-technology-to-grow-your-business/ LOCATION:Telos Corporation\, 19886 Ashburn Road\, Ashburn\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR