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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T190000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190517T170000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190519T160000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T153000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T173000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190412T135242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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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<Br> \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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190409T135938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190419T184813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:Overcoming your Fear of Indirect Rates - Basic (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Government Contract Accounting is a specialized type of accounting required for all organizations that conduct business with the federal government. Indirect cost rates are necessary for contract pricing and payment purposes on government contracts. An indirect cost rate is simply a way of determining how to fairly and conveniently proportion indirect costs to a contract or activity of an organization. In this session\, you will gain a practical understanding of Government contract accounting as it relates to: \n\nThe nature of direct versus indirect costs\nWhat costs can be included in indirect rates\nAn example of a three-tiered indirect rate structure\nHow to prove your indirect rate calculation\n\nPlease bring a calculator to class. \nParticipants in this Group-Live Seminar can earn up to 3.5 Total CPE Credits: 3.5 in Specialized Knowledge \nWJ Technologies is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/overcoming-your-fear-of-indirect-rates-basic-leesburg-3/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190429T200419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:2019 National Wine Day 5k & 10k
DESCRIPTION:Trusts and Estates Attorney Kerri Castellini is excited to be a sponsor of the 2019 National Wine Day 5k & 10k at Tarara Winery in Loudoun\, Virginia at 9:00 AM on May 25th. Proceeds benefit the EOD Warrior Foundation in providing educational\, financial and emotional support to the EOD community. The event is $30 for the 5k and $45 for the 10k. Wine down after the race with a wine tasting provided by Tarara Winery. Runners will also receive a finisher’s medal and event shirt. Visit our 2019 National Wine Day 5k & 10k page for more information and to register for the event.  
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/2019-national-wine-day-5k-10k/
LOCATION:Tarara Winery\, 13648 Tarara Lane\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190528T090000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190409T190323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday AM Leadshare
DESCRIPTION:Be part of Dulles Leadshare -These professionals are considered leaders and innovators in their field with the specific desire to grow their business by promoting it to like minded peers in both the community and business environments.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/tuesday-am-leadshare/
LOCATION:Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190523T152559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:Break Through the Noise! Marketing Strategies to Attract the Right Leads
DESCRIPTION:In today’s highly competitive market with an overabundance of choices\, it’s hardly surprising that most small business owners are overwhelmed and continue to struggle when it comes to making their Marketing work. \nThe key to successful marketing is to focus less on the tactics and more on the Strategy.  In this 90 minutes program\, we will show you the essential components to a Marketing system that will help you stand out and connect with your ideal client. \n  \nWhat you will walk away with: \n\nThe 5 Marketing Roadblocks holding you back\nA simple 3-Part Model for attracting more of your ideal leads\n6 Key Principles for creating the perfect message that resonates with your target client\nThe 9 Battle-Tested Marketing Strategies to create a predictable and scalable business\nThe #1 Tool you should use to identify your true business potential\n\nGet armed with the tools you need to cut through the clutter\, stand out and effectively build your business!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/break-through-the-noise-marketing-strategies-to-attract-the-right-leads/
LOCATION:Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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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 the official website 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190412T135718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:ServSafe Manager Training
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to become a ServSafe Certified Food Manager? Is your ServSafe certification about to expire? Register for this one day training with Virginia Cooperative Extension Loudoun by clicking here .
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/servsafe-manager-training/
LOCATION:Loudoun Extension Office\, 750 Miller Dr SE\, Leesburg
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T120000
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SUMMARY:Annual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center on Saturday\, June 1st from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for my Fourth Annual Job Fair! \n  \nLearn about job/career\, internship\, and volunteer opportunities from representatives in a variety of industries including recruiting & staffing\, nursing\, construction\, retail & more. \nINMED Partnerships for Children\, and Loudoun County Government offices & agencies such as Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office\, Loudoun County Public Library\, and the Workforce Resource Center will be in attendance as well! \n  \nIf you have any questions feel free to email Tianni.Ivey@loudoun.gov or call my office at 703-737-8089.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/annual-job-fair/
LOCATION:Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center\, 46105 Loudoun Park Ln.\, Sterling\, VA 20164
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190605T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190426T163521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce and Education Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Workforce and Education Committee of the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce is where business\, education and community stakeholders connect to develop a diverse\, skilled workforce to meet our region’s current and approaching demands.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/workforce-and-education-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190610T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090355Z
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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-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.0063227;-77.487401
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190612T100000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190426T181055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090354Z
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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 the official website 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-4/2019-06-12/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190613T152248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190613T152248Z
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SUMMARY:Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new ventures.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190409T203453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
UID:11130-1560441600-1560445200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Young Professionals Committee
DESCRIPTION:Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Group is a dynamic group of emerging leaders who enjoy networking and connecting in an approachable atmosphere to create personal and professional relationships that play a key role in our development and success\, now and in the future. We are a diverse group of ambitious professionals from all industries who are looking to find inspiration\, gain knowledge\, build relationships and impact the community. \nThe Young Professionals Committee offers to the members the opportunity to both leverage their youth and learn how to be more effective – and successful – business people. The committee offers a unique combination of networking\, mentoring and skills building and giving back to the community. We believe that the more informed\, involved and well networked young professionals are\, the greater the chance to have more influence on what the region becomes.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/young-professionals-committee/
LOCATION:Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190429T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Water Risk Assessment and Best Practices:
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, June 17th\, join us for the second of three on-farm workshops on food safety. This session will focus on water! Without water there would be no fresh produce. At the same time\, pathogens are easily spread through water use. Knowing how to assess and manage this vital resource is critical to reducing produce safety risks. \nIn this module\, we will conduct a water system assessment and discuss water quality requirements\, including potential sources of contamination and practical strategies to reduce risks. We will discuss how to maintain and monitor water quality and review water testing and treatment options\, demonstrate taking a water sample\, and learn about different irrigation systems. We will hear from irrigation expert David Giusti. \nThis workshop is useful for established farmers and valuable for beginning farmers looking to make food-safety compliant choices.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/agricultural-water-risk-assessment-and-best-practices/
LOCATION:Piedmont Environmental Council’s Community Farm\, 39990 Howsers Branch Drive
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190520T141459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
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SUMMARY:The Virginia Agri-Women Organization Northern Virginia Regional Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all women\, throughout the state of Virginia\, interested in agriculture and networking with other women involved in agriculture.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-virginia-agri-women-organization-northern-virginia-regional-networking-event/
LOCATION:Old 690 Brewing Company\, 15670 Ashbury Church Road
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190523T203058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T154134Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Tech Startups is the local group for the emerging and growing Loudoun Tech community to relax\, network and learn together. Come out monthly to meet your tech-minded peers\, discuss what you’re working on\, learn from a trending speaker and maybe even find your next opportunity. Loudoun Tech Startups has served the needs of the community since 2012. \nThis group is sponsored through a partnership between Loudoun County Department of Economic Development and The Mason Enterprise Center-Leesburg. \nWhat to expect:\n5:30 pm- Networking and small bites\n6:00 pm- Program starts\n7:00 pm- You don’t have to go home\, but the organizers do! \nLearn more about this month’s speaker at https://www.meetup.com/Loudoun-Tech-Startups/
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/11450/
LOCATION:The Bungalow Lakehouse\, 46116 Lake Center Plaza\, Sterling\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.0329548;-77.4035824
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190412T135209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
UID:11140-1561028400-1561042800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new venture. \nIf you answered “yes” or are wondering about those\, or other\, questions this group session is for you. \nCome learn the answer to these and other questions at this NO COST interactive group session. We’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture profitable and how to ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. We 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.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business/
LOCATION:Cascades Public Library\, 21030 Whitfield Place\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.0332507;-77.3948552
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190415T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
UID:11178-1561456800-1561467600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:PTAC: Selling to the Commonwealth Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Virginia PTAC and the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD) present the “Selling to the Commonwealth” workshop. This 2-hour seminar is designed to educate small\, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia. \nEach year the Commonwealth buys goods and services totaling more than $8 billion. The Commonwealth of Virginia wants to do business with you and increase participation of small\, women owned\, and minority-owned businesses. \nThis workshop will provide information about the Virginia procurement process (eVA) and the benefits of SWaM and Micro certifications from DSBSD. \nPlease click here to register!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ptac-selling-to-the-commonwealth-workshop/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190412T135234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
UID:11141-1561570200-1561575600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun on Tap @ Easterns Automotive Group
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the ‘must-attend’ quarterly networking event of 2019—Loudoun On Tap! Join us at the Easterns Automotive Group showroom\, where you will have the opportunity to socialize and share about your business with an extensive network of people. Bring your business cards and be prepared to create new connections\, while enjoying food and spirits local to Loudoun.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-on-tap-easterns-automotive-group/
LOCATION:Easterns Automotive Group\, 22705 Commerce Center Court
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T000000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190627T161824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T184913Z
UID:11859-1561593600-1561593600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? Maybe you have people ready to buy your products\, or customers ready to sign up for your services\, but you’re not sure how to start getting paid. You may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. Navigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and figuring out how to determine which licenses and permits you really need to launch your new ventures.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business-5/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T000731
CREATED:20190412T135801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T090330Z
UID:11136-1562608800-1562616000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Dulles Executive Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Looking at Business from Our Perspective – Mission \nDulles Executive Women (DEW) is dedicated to helping women leaders and executives leverage their issues\, resources and experiences to demonstrate the power of professional women to achieve success. These women leaders will explore topical business\, professional\, educational\, social\, political or economic issues to expand relationships and build on the shared interests of the group and within the Chamber framework. We focus on the initiatives that best draw on the talents of the individual members. \nOur Main Goals: \nThrough positive focus and collaboration\, we seek to provide opportunities to inform\, educate\, mentor\, and advocate. We share experiences and expertise on a wide variety of selected issues in support of the chamber’s goals and those of the business and broader community. \n\nSERVICE – DEW Members want to serve the broader community and use their collective expertise to problem-solve and develop ideas.\nEDUCATION – DEW members want to both share their expertise with others and learn from others.\n\n  \n\nMENTORING –  DEW members want to mentor rising professionals.\n\n  \n\nSOCIAL – DEW members value the opportunity to share with women of their background and experience.\n\n  \n\nNETWORKING – DEW members want to expand their own business network.\n\n  \n\nADVOCACY – DEW members want to address the unique challenges that women face in the business environment and address those in a well-structured way.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-executive-women-meeting/
LOCATION:Red Table Restaurant\, 11150 South Lakes Dr
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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