Loudoun County Economic Development, VA

Legal Update for Virginia Employers
2021-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | VA
In Virginia, returning — or planning to return — to the physical workplace means ensuring employment practices comply with the Commonwealth’s significantly changing legal landscape. This is a great time for Virginia employers to perform a compliance review and update their policies and practices. This presentation from Jeremy Schneider at Jackson Lewis will review this new landscape and give you some practical ideas get off on the right foot in the new Virginia.
Zoom link to be e-mailed to registrants

AGENCY INSIDER: CAREERS IN THE US INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY
2021-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | VA
The United States faces a more-complex and dynamic threats internationally than ever before. Come learn about Defense Intelligence Agency’s (DIA’s) mission and career paths in intelligence in an informal conversation between FCC Inc’s Krystle Cluen and an experienced DIA hiring manager. DIA and all US intelligence agencies are hiring in numerous business and technical fields to support this vital mission in the United States and overseas.
Learning Objectives.
At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the mission and priorities of the Defense Intelligence Agency and the intelligence profession.
2. Explore the workshop participants’ career paths and consider possible career pathways for yourself.
3. Identify how to become competitive for a career in intelligence..

Workforce Development & Reskilling: Releasing the Energy of America’s Workers
2021-09-30 14:00 - 16:00 | VA
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).
Potential Energy.
That’s the scientific name of energy waiting to be released. Once it is, it can move mountains. It’s the same with the millions of adults; young, middle age, older, unemployed, underemployed, or in dead-end jobs who need the training and education to release their creative energy into the economy. How about companies that need to reskill workers based on new technologies or market needs?
The U.S. is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers at the same time as unemployment and underemployment remain high, and while wages have barely moved in 10 years. Why? The answer: Too many people don’t have the training or skills needed to secure those higher paying and rewarding jobs.
That’s where workforce development and reskilling come in.
Programs such as Elevate Virginia, Fast Forward Virginia, and government funded educational programs like those offered by Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) provide workers with the ability to secure training and earn certifications and even their GED/High School diplomas. Creative uses of Cares Act funding such as by the City of Manassas has dedicated $400,000 for just this purpose.
What are the well-paying jobs, in which industries? What are the skills and training workers need to secure one? How do I transform my company through worker reskilling? Should my company develop an apprentice program?
Topics to be discussed:

What are the high-growth, well-paying jobs I should target?
What are the skills and training needed to get a good job?
What should my company do differently to attract high potential workers?
How does my company assess its new needs and reskill workers?
How do I plan for a career and not only a job?
What are the programs to help me get started?

Commonwealth Cyber Initiative Internship Fair
2021-10-05 10:00 - 16:00 | VA
Whether virtual or traditional, internships and apprenticeships offer essential work experience and are a must-do for students who want to explore different fields and organizations within industry, government, academia, and startup programs. During the two-day program at the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) Internship Fair, Virginia students will learn about more than 50 internships and apprenticeships available to them.
Day One, Oct. 5, will provide a series of panels highlighting program leader’s organizations or institutions’ open opportunities, share how to apply and expectations, and answer questions live.
Day Two, Oct. 6, students can visit the booths of participating organizations and institutions. Students have the unique opportunity to create a profile, upload their resume, and connect with recruiters and program leaders through 1:1 live messages and videos from the convenience of their own homes.
Representatives from the following sponsoring organizations will be on hand to detail available opportunities about their organizations or programs:

Amazon Web Services
Appteon
CivilianCyber
Commonwealth STEM Industry Internship Program
Deloitte
Microsoft
MI Technical Solutions
Palo Alto Networks
Sentara Healthcare
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Virginia Space Grant Consortium
WR Systems
and more!

Plant Biology: Mechanisms Meet Biodiversity
2021-10-06 09:00 - 10:30 | VA
Welcome to Life Science Across the Globe, a virtual series that brings together scientists and scholars around the world.
Borne out of the global disruption of COVID-19, Life Science Across the Globe was first launched in July 2020 by Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Research Campus along with seven other partnering sister institutes listed below. The original weekly series featured a science talk paired with a science culture talk (archived talks can be found here).
Recognizing the continued need for international science communication, the eight sister institutes now offer a reimagined Life Science Across the Globe series. Each month, we identify an important science or science culture theme and bring together two or three speakers from different parts of the world to present their work or thoughts on that theme. The talks, which are aimed at a broad audience, are followed by a moderated panel discussion and audience questions.
We encourage you to participate in the live event, but each event will also be recorded and available on the Janelia YouTube Channel.
Each month, Life Science Across the Globe allows you to learn about scientific and societal topics of global importance, meet the world’s most creative scientists and scholars, and appreciate that science is a shared global effort. Please join us.

Ashby Ponds Hiring Event
2021-10-07 16:00 - 18:30 | VA
Ashby Ponds is looking for everyday heroes who want to make a real impact in the lives of seniors. If you’re ready to take your career to new heights, join us. In addition to a rewarding career, you’ll enjoy an industry-leading total rewards package that includes a competitive salary, an impressive package of health and dental benefits, paid time off and volunteer hours, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with employer contribution, opportunities for career growth and advancement, and much more!

TRENDS IN THE US JOB MARKET: BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS PROVIDES AN INSIDER’S LOOK
2021-10-12 18:30 - 20:00 | VA
Ryan Farrell will provide an overview of the newly released 2020-2030 employment projections from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. He will be joined by a colleague from the Employment Projections office. They will look at BLS data on projected federal employment and how to access this and other employment projections data. Additionally, they will talk about the different roles and programs within BLS and their experience with the federal hiring process.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this workshop participants will be able to
1. Generally describe key trends in US employment projects for the period 2020-2030, including those related to hiring for the US federal government.
2. State the mission and key programs of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics BLS).
3. Identify selected employment opportunities at BLS and what makes for a competitive applicant for these positions.

Creating a Quick Business Plan
2021-10-14 12:00 - 13:30 | VA
You have a great business idea, but what is the next step? How do you turn your idea into a great product or service? In this webinar, we show you how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business. When you leave the webinar, you’ll be able to draft your own one-page business plan.
All registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event.
This webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.

American Public University Free Webinar: Pillars of Emotional Intelligence in a Changing Workplace
2021-10-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, Online
Join APUS faculty member Dr. Stacey Little for a discussion on how high levels of emotional intelligence can contribute to positive work culture.

Setting Up a New Business Entity
2021-10-15 12:00 - 13:30 | VA
Should I register my business? What legal structure is best for my business? What kind of business insurance do I need? If you’re asking these questions, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn what you need to do to make sure your business is able to conduct its affairs legally, and how to take those critical first steps.
All registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event.
This webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
Registration Fee: $25

CYBERSCOOP PRESENTS CYBERWEEK
2021-10-18 08:00 - 17:00 | VA
Join over 10,000 influential leaders from the cybersecurity community at U.S. CyberWeek, the nation’s largest week-long cybersecurity festival. With some in-person events in the Washington, D.C. area, CyberWeek will also take place digitally across the U.S., bringing together C-suite leaders from major technology companies, government agencies, and education across hundreds of community-driven events to share best practices, connect, and collaborate. The Goal? Sharing the kinds of big ideas that will have the power to revolutionize technology in the U.S. and fend off the next generation of attackers.

2021 Loudoun County Virginia Household Water Quality Program
2021-10-18 08:30 - 17:00 | VA
Do you have a well or spring?
What’s in your water?
The Virginia Household Water Quality Program aims to improve the water quality and health of Virginians with wells, springs and cisterns. We provide affordable water testing, help interpreting their water test results, and information about addressing problems.
How does it work?

Pick up your sample kit at the local Extension office with physical distancing measures. We will be offering pick up at our office located at 750 Miller Drive SE, Suite F3, Leesburg, VA 20175: Monday, 10/18/21, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Collect samples and drop off at our office located at 750 Miller Drive SE, Suite F3, Leesburg, VA 20175 (drive-thru drop off): Wednesday, 10/20/21, 7:30am – 10:00am ONLY
Samples are analyzed at Virginia Tech. Receive your confidential results, an explanation of what they mean, and information about addressing any problems via email about 6 weeks after the sample drop off.

Please pre-register by October 15, 2021

Disability-Inclusive Workplace Culture: Building it to Last
2021-10-20 11:00 - 12:00 | VA
Disability-inclusive workplaces don’t just happen. You need commitment and buy-in across all levels of an organization to ensure that your workplace is accessible to and inclusive of people with disabilities. Careful planning and ongoing support will help your organization continually attract and retain qualified employees with disabilities. In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), this webinar will explore how leading companies build and sustain disability-inclusive cultures. Participants can apply these lessons to build a stronger, more inclusive workplace as they recover from the pandemic.
Presenters:

Jim Sinocchi, Managing Director, Global Office of Disability Inclusion, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Vani Seshadri, Vice President, Global Inclusion & Diversity, Accenture

Please note that real time captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided, but you may request additional accommodations when registering.

Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
2021-10-20 12:00 - 13:30 | VA
Many entrepreneurs create products or services they can’t sell no matter how hard they work. It doesn’t have to be this way. This webinar will help you build a roadmap you can use to identify your ideal clients and discover a value proposition that will set you above your competition. We’ll also explain how to conduct a competitor analysis. Plus, we will review different pricing strategies and show the impact of pricing on profits.
This webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business.
All registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event.
This webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
Registration Fee: $25

NDEAM Virtual Celebration America's Recovery: Powered by Inclusion
2021-10-20 14:00 - 15:00 | VA
US Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh and Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Taryn Williams celebrate NDEAM

About this event

This exciting event will feature insightful dialogues and a video showcase highlighting strategies in action for an equitable disability inclusive recovery.
Featured guests include:

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs Director Jenny Yang
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Disability Employment Policy Jennifer Sheehy

Registrants will receive a link to the event on October 20.

Loudoun Job Fair Tailgate
2021-10-21 10:00 - 13:00 | VA
Come meet over 50 employers hiring locally!
Thank you for your interest in attending our first Loudoun Job Fair Tailgate. Hiring employers will be on-site meeting job candidates from their vehicles. Job candidates will be provided parking near the venue and encouraged to enter the tailgate lot to share resumes with employers.
Register now for updates and reminders, the latest on employer attendance and possible rain dates if the weather is unfavorable.
Industries represented: Recreation, Staffing, Management, Warehouse, Office, Healthcare, Construction, Transportation, Local Government, Banking, Finance, Technical, Information Technology, Business Consultation, Education, Retail.

National Hispanic Career Expo
2021-10-21 10:00 - 14:00 | George Mason University, Arlington Campus, 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
The National Hispanic Career Expo is professional gathering to create the opportunity for employers to meet with professional diverse candidates, and match them with career opportunities in the private sector, non-profits, as well as the federal, state and county government from the Washington Metro region.
The Hispanic Career Expo attracts qualified and successful applicants and has helped employers connecting with a variety of candidates in fields including technology, transportation, retail, banking, health care, hotel and hospitality, sales, management, real estate, education, and more.

Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
2021-10-21 12:00 - 13:30 | VA
You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and now you need to get customers to buy it! In this webinar we’ll walk through the most common promotional methods used by entrepreneurs, including networking, referrals, social media, content marketing, email marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). We’ll help you decide how you can best reach your targeted customers and show you how to create your next promotional plan.
While not required, to get the most out of this webinar, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first.
All registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event.
This webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
Registration Fee: $25

Absence Management Redefined: During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond
2021-10-22 11:00 - 12:00 | VA
As employers prioritize employee health and a safe return to work, absence management policies and practices will become more important than ever. Guardian’s Absence Management Redefined presentation provides insights to help you navigate the rapidly evolving absence management landscape.

Please join us for this valuable webinar presented by Guardian.

October’s Brown Bag: National Disability Employment Awareness Month “Why Not”?
2021-10-25 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
A panel of Experts from Virginia State Government agencies chat with the Division of Registered Apprenticeship. The Title of the Program is “Why Not?” We have discussed “why” inclusive recruitment and selection from ALL demographics gives employers a competitive edge….so why then are there still so many individuals willing to work on the bench? Who’s on your team? Why not change the way you recruit and select?
Why tune in?
Jobs, jobs, jobs. Why are there so many jobs and not enough warm bodies to take them? Employers need to take a play from the United Nations and include everybody into the pool of potential candidates. All individuals can have a dream job with Registered Apprenticeship and those with differing abilities can be included.

Talent Forward: Lead on Talent, Lead the World
2021-10-26 14:00 - 16:30 | VA
The pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges for workers and learners—particularly, for those who are low-income and underserved. The current worker shortage requires urgent attention to rethink how we confront and address these obstacles and inequities.
In doing so, we are exploring new ways to support students and employees. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Talent Forward 2021 virtual event will showcase employer leadership in getting people back to work, shining a spotlight on those building new pathways for discovering and upskilling employees and driving innovative, talent-focused solutions.

American Public University Free Webinar: Ten Factors to Consider When Selecting a Degree Path
2021-10-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, Online
Have questions about choosing the right degree program? Join us for a discussion on what to consider before making a selection.

Military Spouse Fellowship Program Information Session
2021-10-26 19:00 - 20:00 | VA
The Corporate Fellowship Program is an innovative 12-week program that provides transitioning service members with professional training and hands-on experience in the civilian workforce. All prospective service member applicants are strongly encouraged to view the HOH Corporate Fellowship Program Overview. If you have additional questions after viewing the Overview, please join this live Q&A.

GROW Virtual Hiring Event
2021-10-27 16:00 - 19:00 | VA
This event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses and caregivers preparing for their next career move. You will have the opportunity to engage with employer panelists from Booz Allen Hamilton, Magellan Federal, and USAA; plus network with more than a dozen national employers at a virtual hiring fair.

Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
2021-10-28 12:30 - 13:30 | VA
You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you’re worried about what your sales will be, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs, projecting sales, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement.
All registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event.
This webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors.
Registration Fee: $25

Virtual College Fair for Active Duty Service Members & Veterans
2021-10-28 15:00 - 17:00 | VA
Active duty service members and veterans are invited to register for a virtual college fair presented for free by the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration (CVTI.) The fair will facilitate direct, live conversations between prospective students interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree and school admissions representatives at 2- and 4-year institutions across the country.

Careers for Caregivers Job Fair
2021-10-29 11:00 - 17:00 | VA
Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on October 29th at 11:00 am ET for our 6th Annual National Virtual Convening as we highlight the advancements made in changing the military caregiver experience in America and project how our community will continue to support our hidden heroes well into the future.
Presented by Philips, the convening will include remarks by Senator Elizabeth Dole and The Honorable VA Secretary Denis McDonough, interactive sessions with renowned experts, landmark announcements from the Foundation and our partners, and more. As a special feature for our caregiver participants, this year will feature the first ever Careers for Caregivers Job Fair! Join us virtually as Fortune 500 companies recruit caregivers and veterans for opportunities across the nation AND opportunities based in the comfort of your own home.

Elevate Loudoun Student Conference and Computer Science Internship Fair
2021-11-01 08:00 - 15:30 | VA
LCPS Partner is pleased to invite you to the Elevate Loudoun Student Conference and Computer Science Internship Fair on November 1, 2021, from 8:00 am – 3:30 p.m. This event will feature a series of resume workshops, career cluster series sessions, as well as a Computer Science Internship Fair for high school students.
We need your expertise in building Loudoun’s future workforce! We are currently seeking a variety of industry professionals to volunteer their time to lead workshops at this event.
Specifically, we need professionals to:

Provide student feedback and advice on resume writing for specific careers,
Speak about personal career experiences and provide overview to their industry, and
Share upcoming high school computer science internship opportunities

Event will be an all-day virtual event.

American Public University Free Webinar: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
2021-11-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, Online
Join APUS faculty member Dr. Wanda Curlee for a discussion on how to use AI to add value as an employee.

Life Science Across the Globe: Connectomes
2021-11-03 09:00 - 10:30 | VA
Each month, Life Science Across the Globe highlights scientific and societal topics of global importance, allowing you to meet some of the world’s most creative scientists and scholars, and to appreciate that science is a shared global effort.
These virtual meetings will feature seminars and panel discussions about research and global scientific culture from speakers around the world. They will be open to everyone in the scientific community and will stimulate lively discussion.
Each event will also be recorded and available on the Janelia YouTube Channel.
All talks are 9:00-10:30 a.m. ET time
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