SWaM Certification Workshop
2025-06-10 13:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | VA
This workshop will cover the SWaM Program and certification/designation types, on-line application process, required documents needed to apply, and how to use the certification to do business with the Commonwealth (intro to eVA, Virginia’s Online Procurement Portal). Bring your laptop and do it receiving one on one assistance.

2nd Annual Military Thriving Change Forum
2025-06-11, 2025-06-12 | Georgetown University, 3700 O St NW,, Washington DC, 20057
On June 11-12, 2025, Georgetown University will host its second annual Military Thriving Change Forum. Nearly 150 senior leaders from across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors will convene in our nation’s capital to create actionable community-based solutions that empower Veterans to lead, thrive, and inspire the next generation to serve.

1 Million Cups
2025-06-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-10 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Venture X, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month as we meet and connect and get to know our other amazing small business in Loudoun.
Being a small business owner can sometimes be described as the roller coaster ride of a lifetime. At 1 Million Cups, we strive to create a safe and trusted space where small business owners can come together for support, connect, collaboration, and community. Come expand your network one cup at a time!
Venture X Address: 44679 Endicott Dr, Suite 300, Ashburn, VA 20147
Parking 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!!

Launch Loudoun Office Hours
2025-06-11 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ashburn Regus, 20937 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.

Business @ Breakfast
2025-06-12 07:30 - 09:00, 2025-07-10 07:30 - 09:00, 2025-08-14 07:30 - 09:00 UTC | Belmont Country Club, 43750 Tournament Parkway, Ashburn, 20147
Business Showcase Breakfast
Grab your business cards and join us at our Business @ Breakfast monthly roundtable networking event, where you will have the chance to connect with 100+ Chamber members from a wide range of businesses. This event is consistently named the FAVORITE networking event throughout the year.
Tips from LoudounSmallBiz if you are attending for the first time:

You will rotate tables 5-6 times during the event so bring enough business cards for each rotation.
Prepare your elevator pitch! You will deliver a 60-second overview of your business at each table.
Each table has an ambassador to keep the pitches flowing and make sure that you know where to go next.
Networking starts 5-10 minutes into the event so grab breakfast as soon as you arrive or at the end to avoid carrying your plate from table to table.
The signature sponsors all have an opportunity to share more information about their organization.

Register: https://www.loudounchamber.org/events

Launch Loudoun Foundations of Finance: Budgeting For Small Business
2025-06-12 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Loudoun Economic Development, 43777 Central Station Drive, Suite 300, Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Ready to take charge of your business finances and plan for success? Join me for a practical Budgeting for Small Business class, where you’ll learn how to create a realistic budget that supports your goals and keeps your cash flow in check. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to fine-tune your finances, this session will guide you through setting financial goals, tracking expenses, and making informed decisions with confidence.
Register today as we are limited to 25 participants per class session
Please register here: Form

Global Trade Insights: Trade Policy and Tariffs Update
2025-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Join us for an informative webinar designed to help Virginia exporters stay ahead in today’s evolving trade environment.
This webinar will provide timely updates on key trade policies and tariff developments that could impact your export strategy in 2025 and beyond. Our speaker, Nicole Bivens Collinson, will break down recent changes in U.S. trade policy, discuss potential shifts on the horizon, and offer practical guidance for navigating new challenges and opportunities in the global marketplace.
Whether you’re a seasoned exporter or just beginning to explore international markets, this session will equip you with the insights needed to make informed business decisions and remain competitive.

Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Unlocking Funding for Your Small Business
2025-06-17 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Waterford Old School Auditorium, 40222 Fairfax St #142-b, Waterford, VA, 20197
Join us for an insightful workshop where three seasoned bankers will share their expertise on securing funding for your small business. Whether you’re looking for traditional loans, or alternative financing options, this panel will guide you through the process and offer practical tips to enhance your chances of success. Gain valuable insights directly from those in the financial industry and learn what lenders are really looking for when evaluating small business funding applications. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock the financial resources your business needs to grow and thrive!
Register here: https://share.hsforms.com/1ShXcTKoLTtGWVVd4AA6r8Adwxz1
Meet our Panelists:

Pete Nadanyi – John Marhsall Bank
I am the Loudoun County Regional Executive for John Marhsall Bank and serve as the market leader while also managing the commercial lending activities for Loudoun County. I am a career banker with 35 plus years of experience. Prior to joining John Marshall Bank in 2022, I served as the Executive Vice President for Virginia National Bank (formerly The Fauquier Bank). My banking career started in 1989 when I joined First Virginia Bank’s Management Trainee program. After rising to a banking center Regional Manager, I then transitioned to a Market Executive in Commercial Banking with BB&T in 2003 upon the merger of First Virginia Bank (FVB) and BB&T. My career in community banking started in 2019 when I joined The Fauquier Bank after a 29 year career with BB&T / FVB.

John Bell – First Citizens Bank
John has over 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. As a graduate of the University of Maryland, he holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and played baseball on the Terps baseball team. Over the past 25 years, John has lived in Leesburg Va. with his wife of 36 years where they raised three boys.
As Vice President and the Financial Sales Manager of the Leesburg office at First Citizens Bank, he has the privilege of working within the community to support small business owners by delivering strategic financial solutions, fostering client relationships, and driving community focused growth.
He began his Banking career in 1989 as a Personal Banker at Perpetual Savings Bank. Over the next 20 years, he performed many roles at Crestar Bank and then SunTrust Bank within the Retail division including Branch Manager and Area Manager.
From 2008 through 2010 John worked in the Commercial division at SunTrust Bank as a Business Banking Team Leader in the Northern Virginia Market. John also spent 14 years with Sandy Spring Bank as a Regional Manager in the Northern Virginia, District of Columbia and Montgomery County, Maryland markets.

Michelle Arnold – MVB Bank
Michelle Arnold is a dedicated Small Business Commercial Loan Officer at MVB Bank, where she plays a key role in supporting small business owners across Northern Virginia.
Michelle brings a wealth of experience helping business owners secure the financing they need to grow and thrive. Her diverse background spans commercial lending, retail banking, and personal financial consulting, equipping her with a unique perspective on both business and individual financial needs.
As part of MVB’s community-focused lending team, Michelle provides tailored financing in commercial real estate, equipment, working capital, and other business needs.
Michelle is known not only for her expertise, but also for her genuine commitment to building lasting relationships and supporting the local business chamber community.
She’s actively involved in regional networking initiatives and is passionate about helping businesses navigate their financial journeys toward lasting success.
Register here: https://share.hsforms.com/1ShXcTKoLTtGWVVd4AA6r8Adwxz1

Emerging Cybersecurity Threats and Women’s Leadership in Crisis Management
2025-06-18 07:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | The Tower Club, 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, Suite 1700, Vienna, VA, 22182
Join us for our last WIT.Connect Breakfast of the 2024-2025 year on and Wednesday, June 18 to network with fellow WIT Members and hear from Melina Scotto Mastin, Executive Vice President and Founder of Mastin & Associates. Melina’s presentation will explore how women leaders are uniquely equipped to address evolving cyber threats such as AI-powered attacks and how we can lead organizations through complex security crises.

Launch Loudoun Office Hours
2025-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 880 Harrison, 880 Harrison Street, Leesburg, VA, 20175, United States

Virtual Coffee Chat with John Newby
2025-06-24 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | VA
Join Virginia Bio CEO, John Newby, for an insightful conversation on the latest developments in Virginia’s biotech ecosystem. This quarterly virtual chat is your opportunity to connect, ask questions, and gain valuable insights into the industry’s growth, challenges, and opportunities.

Career Pivot Strategies – Mapping Your Next Move
2025-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | VA
This strategy-focused session explores how to align your strengths and passions with new career opportunities. Panelists discuss emerging industries in Northern Virginia, tools for career assessment, and how to draft a Pivot game plan. Includes live chat engagement and introduction to AI-driven career exploration tools

Launch Loudoun Office Hours
2025-06-25 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Cascades Library, 21030 Whitfield Pl, Potomac Falls, VA

Connecting Loudoun Summer Job Fair
2025-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services, 742 Miller Drive Southeast, Leesburg, Va, 20177
Looking for work this summer? Over 10+ employers are ready to connect with you! Offering full-time, part-time, seasonal, and per diem opportunities, there’s something for everyone to kickstart their summer career journey.
The following employers have confirmed attendance for this event:

ABM-Aviation
Capital Caring Health
Decena Home Care LLC
Express Employment Professionals
Health & Joy Services
IUOE Local 77
LLE Education Group
Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Loudoun County Public Schools
MJMorgan Group
Moms In Motion
Paradise Pool Service LLC
US Army

Maximizing Employment: Understanding Labor Force Participation (Webinar)
2025-06-26 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | VA
What is labor force participation, and what role does it play in the Fed’s mandate from Congress to maximize employment? Why did the post-pandemic workforce “bounce back” faster in some regions and industries faster than others, and why is labor force participation in Maryland still lagging?
The next installment in our District Dialogues event series—which brings together subject matter experts, business and community leaders, and Richmond Fed economists to dialogue on top economic topics facing our region—will dig into national, regional, and state labor market data to discuss the crucial role labor force participation plays in economic growth and stability and why it can vary across different geographies and sectors of the economy.

Business Internship & Career Fair, Summer 2025
2025-06-26 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NOVA Annandale, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA, 22003
Northern Virginia Community College’s Summer 2025 Business Internship and Career Fair will take place on Thursday, June 26th, 2025 from 12:30pm – 3:00pm EDT at the Annandale Campus. This fair will connect students and alumni with employers offering internships and jobs in business disciplines such as Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Project Management and more!
This in-person fair will take place on June 26th, 2025 from 12:30pm-3:00pm EDT at the CFH Building Library located at the Annandale Campus.

Off-Base Transition Training
2025-06-27 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | EasterSeals, 1420 Spring Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
Resume Basics
We’re excited to have you join our in-person Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses.
To sign up, please review the locations and dates below, clicking the box to the right to select each workshop you plan to attend, and then clicking the ‘Submit and Sign Up’ button at the bottom of the screen to complete your registration. You can register for multiple workshops simultaneously by clicking more than one box.
If you have questions regarding OBTT, workshops, locations, or location logistics, we encourage you to contact the local Employment Resource Coordinator by clicking HERE and completing the ERC contact form.

Leveraging Technology and AI for Success
2025-07-01 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Participants learn how to leverage current technologies and AI tools to enhance their job search, business development, and update their skills to stand apart. This workshop includes hands-on demonstrations and practical strategies for adopting tech tools that align with personal career goals.

Launch Loudoun Foundations of Finance: Accounts Receivable
2025-07-10 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Loudoun Economic Development, 43777 Central Station Drive, Suite 300, Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Take control of your cash flow with confidence! Join us for a comprehensive QuickBooks Accounts Receivable class, designed to help you master the essentials of invoicing, tracking payments, and managing outstanding balances with ease. Whether you’re a small business owner or an entrepreneur looking to streamline your financial processes, this hands-on session will provide the tools and knowledge you need to stay organized and get paid on time.
Register today as we are limited to 25 participants per class session
Please register here: Form

Off-Base Transition Training
2025-07-10 12:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | VetReset Foundation, 1 E 11th Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21225
We’re excited to have you join our in-person Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses.
To sign up, please review the locations and dates below, clicking the box to the right to select each workshop you plan to attend, and then clicking the ‘Submit and Sign Up’ button at the bottom of the screen to complete your registration. You can register for multiple workshops simultaneously by clicking more than one box.
If you have questions regarding OBTT, workshops, locations, or location logistics, we encourage you to contact the local Employment Resource Coordinator by clicking HERE and completing the ERC contact form.

Launch Loudoun Foundations of Finance: Accounts Payable
2025-08-14 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Loudoun Economic Development, 43777 Central Station Drive, Suite 300, Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Make forgetting to pay a vendor a thing of the past! Join us for a comprehensive QuickBooks Accounts Payable class, where you’ll learn how to efficiently manage your bills, track payments, and maintain a clear picture of your cash flow. Whether you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur looking to streamline your financial processes, this hands-on session will equip you with the tools you need to stay organized, avoid late fees, and build strong vendor relationships.
Register today as we are limited to 25 participants per class session
Please register here: Form
