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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing - The One-page Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:To build a successful business\, you need to stop doing random acts of marketing and start following a reliable plan for rapid business growth. Traditionally\, creating a marketing plan has been a difficult and time-consuming process\, which is why it often doesn’t get done. \nIn The 1-Page Marketing Plan\, serial entrepreneur and rebellious marketer Allan Dib reveals a marketing implementation breakthrough that makes creating a marketing plan simple and fast. It’s literally a single page\, divided up into nine squares. With it you’ll be able to map out your own sophisticated marketing plan and go from zero to marketing hero. \nWhether you’re just starting out or are an experienced entrepreneur\, The 1-Page Marketing Plan is the easiest and fastest way to create a marketing plan that will propel your business growth.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/digital-marketing-the-one-page-marketing-plan/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T160000
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-22/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
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SUMMARY:Unveiling Innovations: U.S. Department of Labor Competency Model Clearinghouse's Latest Tools
DESCRIPTION:This webinar hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor Competency Model Clearinghouse\, will explore tools and innovations designed to empower the public workforce system\, businesses\, non-profits\, human resources professionals\, and career counselors to identify key competencies needed across industries. The clearinghouse is home to 31 industry-wide competency models which can be used to: \nIdentify employer skill needs\nDevelop competency-based curricula and training models\nDevelop industry-defined performance indicators\, skill standards\, and certifications\nDevelop resources for career exploration and guidance\nYou will learn how to effectively use the tools to engage industries and strengthen sector strategies.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/unveiling-innovations-u-s-department-of-labor-competency-model-clearinghouses-latest-tools/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231206T145821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T151639Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-17/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231206T142808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142808Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Evidence and Practice in Providing Equitable Job Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation on strategies for advancing equity in job-training programs. This session will bring together researchers and practitioners to discuss approaches to improving equity in job training for underrepresented and underserved communities. During this event\, speakers will discuss the importance of equity in job training and review evidence-based strategies that improve job training programs for underrepresented and underserved groups. Moreover\, the speakers will discuss their experience and perspective on moving the needle on equity in job training and share lessons learned. This event builds upon guidance issued by DOL in TEGL 21-22 on increasing equitable service access and outcomes for job seekers in WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker programs. The Department of Labor’s Chief Evaluation Office and the Employment and Training Administration’s Office of Workforce Investment are jointly hosting this session.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/exploring-evidence-and-practice-in-providing-equitable-job-training/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231206T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143613Z
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SUMMARY:Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/developing-financial-projections-for-your-new-small-business-12/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231205T134304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T134304Z
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SUMMARY:Social Media Essentials for Business (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Social media can be overwhelming for business owners. Which platforms. How often to post. What to post. This class will give you the basics every business owner should know as well as the latest trends to grow your business. \nThis class will cover : \nHow to create a content calendar to sync all your marketing efforts (Participants will receive a complimentary digital copy of a digital calendar-$27 value)\nHow to choose which platforms make sense for your business\nThe right days and times to post on each platform and how often to post\nWhat type of content to post for best engagement\nWhat is a social media influencer and why to use them
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/social-media-essentials-for-business-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231218T162946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T145057Z
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-10/
LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231227T165044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T203642Z
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SUMMARY:Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 9\, 2024 for our next Loudoun Cyber Meetup! \nDecember Review\nThank you again to our hospitality sponsor for our December Meetup\, ExtraHop. \nOn December 5\, we had another impressive turnout at our Meetup\, so thank you to all of you who came. Our speaker was David Crawford from CGI Federal on the topic of “Securing the Forgotten Risk Vector: Firmware.” David presented a compelling overview of this topic and outlined the threat (Where is it? Why does it matter?) and best practices to deal with the threat. There were lot of compliments for David after his talk\, so great job! \nJanuary 9 Details\nWe are happy to announce that our featured speaker on January 9\, 2024 will be Anil Varma\, Founder and President of InterSec\, a Leesburg-based cybersecurity service provider to small and medium-sized businesses. \nAnil is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with nearly 30 years of experience in both public and private sectors. His areas of specialty include cybersecurity program development; Security Engineering and Architecture; Threat and Vulnerability Management; and Governance\, Risk\, and Compliance. \nAnil holds a MS in Computer Science from Bombay University and holds various cybersecurity certifications\, including CISSP\, CISM\, CCSP\, and CEH\, among others. He is involved in various NIST Communities of Interest including Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF)\, Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM)\, and Zero Trust (ZT). \nAnil will be joined by Nick Mistry\, SVP & CISO at Lineaje\, a Software Supply Chain Security provider. At Lineaje\, Nick is driving methods to address the multiple challenges in securing the software supply chain including how organizations adopt secure coding practices with the aid of advanced AI technologies. Nick has experience leading cloud security\, application security\, and cyber initiatives at multinational corporations and government agencies including Fannie Mae\, Wells Fargo\, eGlobalTech\, and Symantec. \nPlease join us on January 9 and bring a friend! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome and Opening remarks – Loudoun Economic Development and ATARC\n6:20 A word from our sponsor\n6:25 Featured Speakers – Mr. Anil Varma\, President at InterSec\n6:55 “Open Mic” time (brief audience announcements)\n7:00 Networking continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nRegister to attend here.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals-meetup-5/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T090000
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\nJoin us in person at Venture X\, Ashburn on January 10th at 9:00am for 1 Mil Cups. \nStacia Topping is a Relational Leadership Coach dedicated to guiding leaders in developing and honing their skills across all aspects of their businesses and lives. Stacia’s expertise lies in transforming organizational culture to foster engaged\, empowered\, and successful environments. With a proven track record\, she has assisted solopreneurs\, small business owners\, and enterprise leaders alike in achieving greater business results through deeper levels of leadership. Stacia’s ultimate goal is to help her clients step into and own their leadership\, unlocking not only their potential but also that of their employees. As business owners\, we often find ourselves deeply immersed in the day-to-day operations\, inadvertently neglecting the leadership aspect of our roles. This can lead to unintentional “leadership by default\,” resulting in overwhelm and overwork.\nJoin us for this highly interactive and transformative session to explore how to revitalize your leadership approach\, leading to more engaged\, high-performing organizations.\nIn this lively session on leadership for entrepreneurs and business owners\, you will learn to: \n\nZoom out for a more strategic perspective on your business and leadership.\nAllocate your energy and focus effectively for the benefit of your business and personal life.\nDelegate or shed some of the numerous hats you currently wear.\nEncourage and engage your employees to step up and contribute actively.\n\nWe will cover: \n\nThe 5 types of leadership.\nThe 4 zones of leadership genius.\nBalancing your professional self vs. your personal self (and why this is important!)\nInteractive group discussion.\nQ & A time.\nAnd more!\n\nYou’ll leave with: \n\nA greater understanding of what your leadership genius is and why your business needs your leadership.\nDeeper insight into what motivates your team and how to partner with them to ignite their potential.\nTools and practices you can take back into your business to continue to define and refine your leadership role as your business grows.*\n\n*All registrants will receive Stacia’s proven method for visualizing and prioritizing your business activities and responsibilities to identify and address leadership “leaks” and enable you to operate from your leadership zone of genius. \nIn collaboration with 3L Institute for Living\, Loving\, and Leading and Leading Women\, Stacia Topping is offering a series of FREE virtual and in-person events over the next several months. These events are tailored for business owners and organizational leaders seeking to step into their leadership and transform their businesses. Stacia is masterful in working with her clients in personalized 1:1 environments\, group coaching\, as well as with immersive small group events for leaders aiming to elevate leadership\, businesses and lives. \nFor more information\, email Stacia at stacia@staciatopping.com.\nSocial Media\nLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stacia-topping\nFB: https://www.facebook.com/stacia.topping \nVenture X Address: 44679 Endicott Dr\, Ashburn\, VA 20147 \nParking is on the third floor and the entry door leads you right into the meeting space. Plenty of free parking available AND we have 1 Million Cups Swag!!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-19/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T160000
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-14/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T083000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T164200Z
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SUMMARY:Setting Up a New Business Entity
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $45
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity-15/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240110T204748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T204748Z
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SUMMARY:NSF SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep
DESCRIPTION:This 3-session intensive workshop will provide detailed instruction on developing competitive proposals for the National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR program. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs\, this session will provide detailed review of proposal requirements and tips for success.\nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/nsf-sbir-sttr-proposal-prep/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231222T163911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T163911Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-20/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T154659Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Angel Investors
DESCRIPTION:Angel Investors. How to Get to Yes!\nJoin us for a transformative session dedicated to empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts in Loudoun County. This enlightening talk will delve into the critical aspects of funding early stage startups. Discover what makes a business fundable\, learn how to evaluate the value of a business\, and explore the landscape of local funding opportunities for pre-seed and seed rounds. Additionally\, we’ll shed light on the pivotal role of accelerators in the startup journey. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur\, a startup owner\, or an investor\, this event promises to provide invaluable insights and networking opportunities to help catapult your venture to new heights. Don’t miss this chance to connect\, learn\, and be inspired! \nEvent is on Tuesday\, January 16 from 11 am to 1 pm at Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA. \nFeatured speakers are Amu Fowler\, Todd Boetticher\, and Callye Keen. \nRegister here. \n \nAmu Fowler is Managing Partner at Startups Ignite\, a social impact and climate startup accelerator. Her journey spans from small business ownership to startup founding\, community building\, and now as an accelerator operator\, and pre-seed investor. Well versed in tech\, design\, and behavioral psychology\, she loves writing first checks\, and helping founders with mindset\, narrative development\, and VC funding. \n \nCallye Keen (Kform/Startups Ignite) has developed and manufactured 100s of products in collaboration with innovative entrepreneurs\, high-growth startups\, and leading corporations. Callye has presented at national events\, spoken at universities\, and ran successful incubator / accelerator programs. Clients have built 7-8 figure businesses\, raised investment\, and sold products around the world. \n \nExperienced Strategist\, Data Scientist\, Entrepreneur\, and Startup Enthusiast with a passion for building businesses and challenging the status quo. Proven track-record of defining an organization strategy\, creating and launching new products\, and empowering some of the world’s largest enterprises to address critical challenges with a direct impact on their financial performance. Todd is also an active angel investor\, and startup founder.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T163000
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-11/
LOCATION:Dulles Mall-MyPerks Lounge\, 21100 Dulles Town Circle\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T160000
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SUMMARY:Empowering Women in Bio – WBB Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Bio is dedicated to supporting women in Bio. The Women Building Bio speaker series was born out of Virginia Bio’s continuous efforts to promote careers\, leadership\, mentoring\, entrepreneurship\, and encouragement of women in the life sciences. Building on the success of our highly acclaimed annual conference\, Women Building Bio\, this series—held quarterly—aims to continue the conversation year-round surrounding how we can best empower women in all areas of the life sciences ecosystem. This initiative will help us move forward with our mission to create a sustained\, encouraging community where women in bio feel supported\, connected\, and part of a like-minded network. The focus is on fostering work-life balance\, embracing vulnerability\, and encouraging self-support across all dimensions of life.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/empowering-women-in-bio-wbb-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Biotech Park\, 800 E Leigh Street\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T164436Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series\, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan-19/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231222T164751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T164751Z
UID:25460-1705604400-1705609800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis 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. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-18/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240112T151302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T151302Z
UID:25563-1705654800-1705660200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Coffee with VIPC's Virginia Venture Partners
DESCRIPTION:After completion of registration\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day before the event\, as well as a day-of reminder.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/coffee-with-vipcs-virginia-venture-partners/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231020T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T183458Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate Loudoun 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscover Tomorrow’s Future Industry Leaders: Connect with top- notch talent at our upcoming Career Fair! As an industry partner\, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with motivated students eager to contribute their skills to the workforce. Showcase your company’s innovative projects\, speak on a panel\, assist withs student resumes and discuss internship opportunities . Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of tech and scout the brightest minds in computer science! \nRSVP today to secure your spot at this event! For more information\, contact\, Kristina Lee | kristina.lee@lcps.org | 571-246-0982. \nElevate Loudoun registration link – https://bit.ly/ElevateLoudoun_24
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/elevate-loudoun-2024/
LOCATION:Loudoun Valley High School\, 340 N Maple Ave\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231020T155909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T155909Z
UID:24913-1705914000-1705928400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Elevate Loudoun 2024 (En Español)
DESCRIPTION:Descubra los futuros líderes de la industria del mañana: ¡conéctese con talentos de primer nivel en nuestra próxima feria profesional! Como socio de la industria\, tendrá la oportunidad de interactuar con estudiantes motivados y deseosos de contribuir con sus habilidades a la fuerza laboral. Muestre los proyectos innovadores de su empresa\, hable en un panel\, ayude con los currículums de los estudiantes y analice oportunidades de pasantías. ¡No pierdas esta oportunidad de dar forma al futuro de la tecnología y explorar las mentes más brillantes de la informática! \n¡Confirma tu asistencia hoy para asegurar tu lugar en este evento! Para obtener más información\, comuníquese con Kristina Lee | kristina.lee@lcps.org | 571-246-0982
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/elevate-loudoun-2024-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Loudoun Valley High School\, 340 N Maple Ave\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20230921T151338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T174032Z
UID:24695-1705914000-1705946400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:ServSafe para Gerentes
DESCRIPTION:¿Está usted en la industria de servicios de alimentos y está interesado en obtener la certificación ServSafe? VCE Loudoun está ofreciendo un entrenamiento de Certificación ServSafe el lunes 22 de enero. Aprende sobre saneamiento\, almacenamiento de alimentos\, regulaciones de seguridad\, control de plagas y prácticas seguras de manipulación de alimentos. Inscríbase en línea: bit.ly/servsafe-240122
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/servsafe-para-gerentes/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension – Loudoun\, 750 Miller Drive\, SE\, Suite F-3\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240122T191335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T191335Z
UID:25633-1706013000-1706016600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:World Economic Forum: A debrief of Davos 2024
DESCRIPTION:Amid a multitude of ongoing disruptions\, global leaders will gather in Davos to address urgent global issues and priorities for the upcoming year – and identify impact-oriented solutions that will contribute to a better world\, focused on sustainable inclusive growth. \nJoin senior partners Tracy Francis and Sven Smit for a debrief from Davos. They’ll discuss their experiences at the World Economic Forum and provide insight into some of the forum’s outcomes and key actions for global leaders. They’ll also share an inside look into sessions they joined\, conversations they had\, and the mood of the gathering at this global moment of uncertainty.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/world-economic-forum-a-debrief-of-davos-2024/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231218T165046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T145358Z
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-12/
LOCATION:Middle Library\, 101 Reed St\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240112T205717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T205717Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Virginia BioHub Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:This talk\, given by Joseph W. Ricigliano\, a partner at Hoffmann & Baron\, will touch on major issues that companies and academic labs need to consider and address across soft and hard IP asset management. Lunch will be provided. \nPlease click here for information on parking. \nCOST:\nFree
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/northern-virginia-biohub-lunch-learn/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240124T144526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T144526Z
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SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work for You (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals. Whether you’re launching a new website or sprucing up an old one\, this workshop will help. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/make-your-website-work-for-you-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20240112T215459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T215459Z
UID:25575-1706182200-1706187600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Blogs - Using Blogs To Reach Your Target Audience
DESCRIPTION:How does your business connect with ideal customers and turn them into loyal\, forever clients? How does your business also stay engaged with them and promote good content? Through blogs! Learn the critical components of creating a successful blog and how you\, the business owner\, can utilize it to reach\, retain\, and grow your target market. \nKey Learning Points: \n(1) refine your purpose statement \n(2) write killer headlines (select a blog engine/portal) \n(3) structure a blog \n(4) create eye-catching images.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/blogs-using-blogs-to-reach-your-target-audience/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231115T193930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T193930Z
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SUMMARY:Skilled Trades Fair (Business Registration)
DESCRIPTION:Have a vendor table & display\nNetwork with motivated high school students about employment opportunities\nNetwork with other industry leaders
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/skilled-trades-fair-business-registration/
LOCATION:Academies of Loudoun\, 42075 Loudoun Academy Dr\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T035917
CREATED:20231218T171903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T151755Z
UID:25339-1706695200-1706716800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:LAUCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/lauch-loudoun-office-hours/
LOCATION:Hamilton Town Hall\, 53 E Colonial Hwy\, Hamilton\, VA\, 20158
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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