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SUMMARY:Get Found on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Explore Google My Business\, a free tool for local businesses\, who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Get hands-on help creating or updating your listing\, learn what’s new and take advantage of a free website. \nIn this session\, we’ll show you how to: \nCreate or claim your Google My Business listing\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse Google My Business to connect with potential customers\nCreate a free website using the info from your business listing\nPLUS: a live demo showing you how to make updates\, create posts\, understand insights\, new features and much more\nRandi Penfil is a speaker for Google’s Get Your Business Online program. She has 20+ years experience in sales\, business development\, marketing\, team building\, and public speaking. Her passion is to help small businesses and nonprofits take control of their digital footprint.  As a professional speaker and trainer\, Randi has educated thousands of small businesses and nonprofits. She brings enthusiasm and experience to every workshop and conversation about digital marketing. Her knowledge about business\, strategic planning and social media marketing is evidenced by frequent requests to be a keynote speaker and participate in panel discussions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/get-found-on-google-search-and-maps/
LOCATION:Cascades Public Library\, 21030 Whitfield Place\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
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SUMMARY:Loudoun YP Networking Social @ Clyde's Willow Creek Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the members of the young professional community\, as well as the young at heart\, to enjoy networking\, tasty beverages and appetizers at the Networking Social.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-yp-networking-social-clydes-willow-creek-farm/
LOCATION:Clydes Willow Creek Farm\, 42920 Broadlands Blvd.\, Broadlands\, VA
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SUMMARY:AWS Meetup
DESCRIPTION:The group is for AWS users group to provide a forum for users to share experiences\, best practices\, and lessons learned from using AWS.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/aws-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Oath\, 44900 Prentice Drive\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Makersmiths Innovation Forge":MAILTO:info@makersmiths.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181107T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181107T130000
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SUMMARY:Create a Simple Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:All businesses need a plan to succeed. If you own a small business a well thought out plan can help you make important decisions for your own company. Decisions about where to focus resources and capital. Decisions about how to market and what sales activities will bring you the most profitable customers. Running your business without a plan can feel like sailing a boat on a rough sea. You find yourself reacting to problems and unforeseen situations rather than charting a course to grow. \nUnfortunately\, traditional business plans can be long lengthy documents that can be intimidating to write. The information can seem irrelevant and out of touch with your business vision. Sometimes people write them only to stash them away in the bottom of a desk drawer\, never to be looked at again… until the bank asks for it. That kind of business plan may not serve you or your business well. \nFortunately there are other ways to create a business plan that can really help you manage your business.In this hands-on workshop\, we’ll work together to complete a one page business plan that you can use to help you make real decisions. Information that will help you chart a course to success when you want to add a product or service\, change your pricing structure\, or expand your customer base. SBDC Manager Eric Byrd will walk you through building your own simple business plan using The Business Model Canvas tool. You will leave with a valuable reference tool that communicates your business value to potential investors\, partners\, and teammates… and helps you make critical business decisions about hiring\, marketing\, operations to grow your business. \nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd\, Manager SBDC at MEC-Leesburg
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/create-a-simple-business-plan-3/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center-Loudoun":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181107T110000
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SUMMARY:Lessons Learned in Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from 4 executive leaders as they share the lessons they have learned regarding leadership…the good\, the bad and the ugly. \nLearn valuable insights from four highly regarded local leaders/business owners as they share their experiences of success and failure throughout their careers. There will be many key takeaway points for you to implement on your own journey. \nWe look forward to a lively Q & A session at the end of the program.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/lessons-learned-in-leadership/
LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181108T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T133000
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SUMMARY:Smart Credit Strategies for Small Business Owners-WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:When you’re a business owner\, strong credit scores can be an asset by helping you qualify for a business credit card\, an SBA loan and many other types of funding.  But if you’re not careful\, your business can hurt your credit. \nNav Education Director Gerri Detweiler has been answering individuals’ credit questions for more than 20 years. \nYou’ll learn: \n•    The big credit score mistake many small business owners make\n•    How to protect your credit from your business\n•    How small business lenders view personal credit scores\n•    Simple strategies for building strong business credit\n•    And much more! \nThis webinar is a part of our November 8th Small Business Success Virtual Conference.  Registration allows you to view any or all webinars within the event.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/smart-credit-strategies-for-small-business-owners-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181113T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181018T181628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T181628Z
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SUMMARY:GSA Schedule Series - IT 70 (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:The GSA Information Technology (IT 70) schedule is the largest offering available from the Multiple Award Schedule program. At also $17 billion in RFP this schedule offers the opportunity for a twenty years continuous contract to do work with Federal Agencies. At the same time it can be a frustrating process with lots of complicated Government Regulations and forms? This training session has been designed to get you started. The conference leader is a well-known GSA schedule consultant who will work with you to familiarize you with the documentation and processes. During the course students will learn the fundamentals of submitting a successful proposal to for the IT70 program. This will enable companies to prepare their own proposals. Neither the PTAP nor the instructor can make any guarantee that the Government will actually issue a contract to the student’s company\, and the company is not required to submit a proposal. \nNote: If you are looking to apply to another schedule such as PSS\, this class will still help you understand the essentials of submitting a successful proposal to obtain a GSA Schedule contract award but all examples and case studies will be using IT70 as the background assumption for training. \nInstructor Gregory D. Ayres is a retired Army Medical Service Corps officer who worked with both large and small companies to develop GSA schedules. In 2000 Mr. Ayres founded a consulting firm to assist small business to qualify for GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) and grow their revenue. To date he has taught more than 80 single and multi-day training classes to more than 375 small companies. He has assisted with the development of more than 150 successful individual schedules awards and modifications through his consulting firm and has a 99% schedule award rate
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/gsa-schedule-series-it-70-leesburg/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Sales/Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181114T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T171712Z
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SUMMARY:The State of Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Learn how the ever changing dynamic of state and federal health care policies\, rising insurance costs and even Medicaid expansion will impact your business and your employees when the Loudoun Chamber presents the 2018 “State of Health Care” discussion. \nDr. Daniel Carey\, Virginia’s Secretary of Health and Human Services\, will headline this event\, where he will discuss the Commonwealth’s plans to expand access to affordable health care\, improve Virginia’s behavioral health and developmental services programs and address substance abuse\, addiction\, women’s health and children’s issues. \nYou also will hear from a panel of healthcare experts discussing the primary issues driving the costs and delivery of healthcare access for business and employers.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-state-of-healthcare/
LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147
GEO:39.0655407;-77.4871239
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181114T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with the County
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions \nLearn how to do business with Loudoun County! All local area vendors are invited to attend the Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange sessions. The purpose of these sessions is to provide information on the county’s procurement processes and upcoming contracts. Each presentation will conclude with the opportunity to address vendor questions and concerns and to meet the county’s procurement staff. \nSession Location \nThe Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions are held in the Procurement Conference Room on the 4th floor of the Loudoun County Government Center located at 1 Harrison Street S.E. in Leesburg. To reserve a seat\, you may register online through our online registration form. \nFor more information about the sessions\, you may call 703-777-0403 or send an email. \nMore information about the Loudoun County Procurement Division is available by visiting our home page at www.loudoun.gov/procurement.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/doing-business-with-the-county-2/
LOCATION:Loudoun County Government Center-Dulles Room\, 1 Harrison Street SE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181114T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181023T171415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T171535Z
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SUMMARY:Cloud migration and the pitfalls to avoid when building your startup
DESCRIPTION:“Enterprise cloud adoption is on the rise\, but implementation remains a struggle for many IT leaders.” via ZDNet https://www.zdnet.com/article/five-major-pitfalls-to-avoid-in-a-cloud-migration/ \nLearning about the different paths to build on the cloud\, or move current applications\, is vital to the overall health of your startup. Join a subject matter expert to discuss common mistakes and how to avoid them.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/cloud-migration-and-the-pitfalls-to-avoid-when-building-your-startup/
LOCATION:The Bungalow Lakehouse\, 46116 Lake Center Plaza\, Sterling\, VA
GEO:39.0329548;-77.4035824
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181005T013153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T013153Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business In Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to start a business in Loudoun County? This workshop will help ensure you are prepared to start successfully. \nJoin this no-cost\, interactive session to learn: \n\nHow to determine what licenses and permits apply to your Loudoun business\nHow to figure out if your business idea will be profitable\nHow to begin marketing your business\nWhat critical business partnerships you need to get started\n\nLed by Small Business Development Center manager\, Eric Byrd\, we’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture successful\, and 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/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-4/
LOCATION:Ashburn Public Library\, 43316 Hay Rd\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181115T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181115T140000
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SUMMARY:Five Marketing Tips to Attract More Local Customers
DESCRIPTION:Looking to boost your local search results with a better online presence?  \nJoin this webinar to find out how small businesses can find ways to bring in more customers beyond relying on just word-of-mouth.  Gain insider marketing tips and inspiration from Amanda Brinkman\, Chief Brand Officer at Deluxe and creator and co-host of the acclaimed series\, “Small Business Revolution – Main Street.” \nWhether you’re in start-up mode or been in business for generations\, you’ll learn how to: \nRework your website to highlight what makes you unique and generate more leads\nApply quick fixes to your Google and Yelp listings\nElevate your Google search rankings for your niche business\nLaunch an email marketing strategy to spur repeat visits and sales\nElevate your brand identity online
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/five-marketing-tips-to-attract-more-local-customers/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181115T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181023T171508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T171548Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Grind Fireside Chat with Ollen Douglass (Motley Fool Ventures)
DESCRIPTION:Ollen Douglass is the Managing Director for Motley Fool Ventures which launched in the second half of 2018\, Motley Fool Ventures will be a venture fund focused on inspiring entrepreneurs leading high-quality early stage private companies. \nPrior to becoming the Managing Director\, Ollen was CFO of The Motley Fool for 14 years.  \nIn addition to his finance duties\, Ollen co-developed and managed a corporate venture capital program\, Motley Venture Partners. He serves on the board of portfolio companies Eyrus and InHerSight\, and on the board of the nonprofit Young Artists of America. Prior to joining The Fool\, he worked in Mortgage Banking and was an auditor for KPMG. \nHis alma mater is University of Baltimore BA in Accounting
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/startup-grind-fireside-chat-with-ollen-douglass-motley-fool-ventures/
LOCATION:The Alley\, 2055 L St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181105T220316Z
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SUMMARY:Food Safety Education Session for Fruit and Vegetable Growers
DESCRIPTION:As you know\, food safety is a concern of growers and consumers alike\, and new Federal regulation through the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act may impact you as a grower. Join us for an informal educational session to better understand this regulation and how your operation may need to adjust to reduce potential food safety concerns and comply with regulation. We will be meeting on Tuesday\, November 27\, 2018\, from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm at the Virginia Tech Alson H. Smith\, Jr.\, Agricultural Research and Extension Center: 595 Laurel Grove Road\, Winchester\, VA 22602. Numerous Extension Agents will be present as well as Alex Goodman with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) Produce Safety Program. We will be available to help you (individually or in small groups) work through your specific operational situations and operating procedures. This is intended to be an informal workshop with lots of group discussion as well as question/answer. The goal is to learn from your peers as well as the Extension and VDACS personnel. \nThe general setting of the meeting is to be informal with open discussion and questions.\n(Hosted by Virginia Cooperative Extension with support from YGA of VA but will open to all growers in the region wanting to attend)\nDate: Tuesday\, November 27\nTime: 10:00am to 2:30pm\nLocation: Virginia Tech Alson H. Smith\, Jr.\, Agricultural Research and Extension Center: 595 Laurel Grove Road\, Winchester\, VA 22602\nLunch: (free) provided by VCE-Frederick and YGA \nMixed box sandwich and salad lunches will be provided. Please RSVP 48-hours in advance to mark.sutphin@vt.edu  (540.665.5699) to ensure we have adequate meals. Please also let me know if you have any dietary restrictions. \nProposed Agenda\n10:00am – welcome\, introductions (including participants)\n10:15am – FSMA/GAP/General Food Safety quick overview\n10:30am – Are you covered? (walk participants through flow chart)\n10:45am – On Farm Readiness Review (as a group) – Alex Goodman\, VDACS\n12:30pm – lunch\n1:00pm – those who want more one on one help\, sit down in small groups or individually with Extension staff to work through more individual standards of operation practices\n2:00pm – group recap/wrap-up with final Q&A
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/food-safety-education-session-for-fruit-and-vegetable-growers/
LOCATION:Agricultural Research and Extenstion Center\, 595 Laurel Grove Road\, Winchester\, VA\, 22602
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181129T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181023T171601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T171601Z
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SUMMARY:A Small Business Guide to Managing Employees
DESCRIPTION:As an owner or manager of a small business\, you may be responsible for tasks beyond your areas of expertise\, such as HR\, compliance and employee benefits. These duties can be extremely complex and\, if not managed properly\, can lead to government fines or even litigation. \nThis webinar\, presented by Yazmin Perez-Lopez with Paychex\, will cover rules\, regulations and best practices on topics you may encounter once you have employees. \nYou’ll learn useful tools and tips for: \nEmployee communications\nBenefits\nSafety and loss prevention\nCompliance\nEmployee motivation and development\nEmployee separation\nHealth care reform\nHandbooks \nPrepare for this webinar by reviewing the HR 101 – Hiring\, Onboarding and Paying Employees session.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/a-small-business-guide-to-managing-employees/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181120T171857Z
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SUMMARY:SAIC presenting at Contractor Chat
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\nThis month’s event will feature SAIC’s Michael Townsend\, Senior Director\, Small Business Development and Utilization Office. Mr Townsend will share key information about how they work with small contractors. Mr. Townsend is the corporate point of contact for all small business matters related to their federal government\, state and local government customers and commercial small business vendors and partners. He is responsible for promoting small business utilization and outreach within the company\, government customers and industry. Mr. Townsend develops and implements SAIC small business processes in accordance with statutory requirements and is the Small Business Liaison Officer responsible for small business compliance and reporting. Additionally\, he oversees and manages SAIC’s small business special programs including Mentor-Protégé\, HBCU/MI and Ability One. \nA collaboration with SAIC encourages a company’s unique perspectives as they design\, develop\, and deliver products and services for our customers. SAIC looks to partner with suppliers and small businesses that provide complementary skills and niche-type offerings\, and with those committed to building a long-term relationship. Beyond subcontracting\, we also work with select companies in pursuing strategic small business set-aside contracts. Don’t miss this “holiday treat” designed to help further your business development efforts. \nWatch the following brief video to learn more about SAIC’s small business program. https://youtu.be/xcenYyPVhLw . Visit their website to learn other details regarding how they engage with small businesses. https://www.saic.com/suppliers-and-small-business. \nLunch is included. \nThe Contractor Chat event\, brought to you by the Mason Enterprise Center Loudoun\, provides insight into successful small contractors\, large prime contractors\, reps from government agencies\, and other resources. Each month features a contractor or resource person who shares strategies\, tips and tricks to grow your government contracting business successfully. This is also a great venue to meet new companies to team and partner with.  To learn more about how the Mason Enterprise Center can help your business grow visit our website: https://masonenterprisecenterloudoun.com/ \n\n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/saic-presenting-at-contractor-chat/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Sales/Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T093000
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SUMMARY:Networking Skills to Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Participating in a networking group\, like Leadshare\, requires many different skills and activities. To help you maximize the value of Loudoun Chamber’s networking programs we’re offering a free workshop called “Networking Skills to Grow Your Business”. \nJoin networking expert Eric Byrd for an interactive session on how to make the most of your networking efforts and to learn more about how  the Loudoun Chamber’s Leadshare program can help you achieve your business goals.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/networking-skills-to-grow-your-business/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181120T201807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T201807Z
UID:9918-1544436000-1544445000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Government Contract Accounting: \n-Major Contract types\n-Direct and Indirect cost\n-Cost Accumulation Structure\n-Indirect Cost Pools\n-Indirect Rates\n-Accounting for Unallowables\n-DCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\n-Accounting Policy and Procedures\n-Accounting & timesheet software options for contractors \nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review: \n-How to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\n-How to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\n-How to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\n-How to generate labor distribution report\n-How to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\n-How to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report \nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every day.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-2/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181210T181503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T140538Z
UID:10051-1544605200-1544608800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:1 Million Cups- Entrepreneurial Forum
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, the 1MC program offers one to two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience of mentors\, advisors\, and entrepreneurs. Learn more about 1 Million Cups (http://www.1millioncups.com/About.aspx). \n• One or two entrepreneurs pitch their business each week. \n• 1 or 2 business owners pitch weekly. \n• 6 minute pitches. \n• 20 minute Q & A. \n• Supportive and diverse audience. \n• 1MC community always asks\, “how can we help you?” \nSponsor: Breakout Capital \nWHY ATTEND 1 MILLION CUPS? \n• Learn how to improve your business. \n• Be a part of the entrepreneur community. \nEnter your email address below to subscribe to our mailing list. Meetup.com limits us on how we are able to communicate with our community followers- we recommend providing an email address to get presenter updates\, cancellations\, and reminders. We’ll never SPAM you and your information is safe with us: \nSubscribe to our mailing list
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-entrepreneurial-forum/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181210T180858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T180858Z
UID:10048-1544619600-1544634000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Chamber Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:We hope you & your office staff will join us at the Loudoun Chamber’s Annual Holiday Open House! We’ll keep you in the holiday spirit with a cup of good cheer and savory treats of the season from local Chamber member restaurants.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/chamber-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:Loudoun Chamber\, 19301 Winmeade Drive Suite 210\, Lansdowne\, VA\, 20176
GEO:39.0820229;-77.494576
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181212T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20180919T214020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T214020Z
UID:9431-1544623200-1544626800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Doing Business with the County
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions \nLearn how to do business with Loudoun County! All local area vendors are invited to attend the Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange sessions. The purpose of these sessions is to provide information on the county’s procurement processes and upcoming contracts. Each presentation will conclude with the opportunity to address vendor questions and concerns and to meet the county’s procurement staff. \nSession Location \nThe Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions are held in the Procurement Conference Room on the 4th floor of the Loudoun County Government Center located at 1 Harrison Street S.E. in Leesburg. To reserve a seat\, you may register online through our online registration form. \nFor more information about the sessions\, you may call 703-777-0403 or send an email. \nMore information about the Loudoun County Procurement Division is available by visiting our home page at www.loudoun.gov/procurement.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/doing-business-with-the-county-2-2/
LOCATION:Loudoun County Government Center-Dulles Room\, 1 Harrison Street SE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181006T162228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181006T162228Z
UID:9645-1544698800-1544713200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Starting a Business In Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to start a business in Loudoun County? This workshop will help ensure you are prepared to start successfully. \nJoin this no-cost\, interactive session to learn: \n\nHow to determine what licenses and permits apply to your Loudoun business\nHow to figure out if your business idea will be profitable\nHow to begin marketing your business\nWhat critical business partnerships you need to get started\n\nLed by Small Business Development Center manager\, Eric Byrd\, we’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture successful\, and 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/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-5/
LOCATION:Cascades Public Library\, 21030 Whitfield Place\, Sterling\, VA\, 20165\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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GEO:39.0332507;-77.3948552
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cascades Public Library 21030 Whitfield Place Sterling VA 20165 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=21030 Whitfield Place:geo:-77.3948552,39.0332507
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181130T192050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T192050Z
UID:9972-1544724000-1544731200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth-3/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181130T192033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T192039Z
UID:9980-1544724000-1544731200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth-2/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181130T191916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T191916Z
UID:9984-1544724000-1544731200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:AI & Blockchain To Unlock Startup Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AI & Blockchain to Unlock Startup Growth – on Dec 13th  where you can view distinguished experts in action who will provide actionable takeaways real-time to early-stage startups in Digital Health\, Social Impact\, and Citizen Tech with extreme-scale potential on how to apply emerging technologies (AI & Blockchain) to enhance their value propositions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ai-blockchain-to-unlock-startup-growth/
LOCATION:I/O Spaces\, 8222 Georgia Avenue Silver Spring\, MD 20910\, Silver Spring\, WA\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="ViveDC":MAILTO:ayesha@vive.vc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181217T164914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T164914Z
UID:10044-1544772600-1544781600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:NVTC Teaming\, Partnering and Contracting
DESCRIPTION:NVTC’s Small Business and Entrepreneur Committee is connecting small businesses with prime contractors from the region. Network and discuss how emerging companies can do work with established businesses\, what types of partners they are looking for and potential opportunities for teaming and subcontracting in the future. During the event\, teaming experts will share insights on various aspects of partnering including best practices\, pitfalls to avoid and relationship nuances. \nModerator\nNick Wakeman\, Editor\, Washington Technology \nPanelists:\nTom Marcinko\, Principal Consultant\, Aronson LLC\nMatt McQueen\,Chief Communications Officer\, Peraton\nNancy Peters\, VP\, Business Development\, CACI\nTheodora Petrakis\, VP\, Market Development and Strategy\, Dovel Technologies
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/nvtc-teaming-partnering-and-contracting/
LOCATION:Center for Innovative Technology Building (CIT)\, 2214 Rock Hill Rd\, Herndon\, VA\, 20170\, United States
GEO:38.9640046;-77.4200828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181217T164912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T164912Z
UID:10108-1545157800-1545161400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:What Google Wants
DESCRIPTION:Meet\, drink and talk Tech in a preview of a new series. Join us on Tuesday\, December 18 at 6:30 p.m. to learn about “What Google Wants”. We will examine what Google looks for in web-based content and what you should (and shouldn’t) be doing to get your business\, website\, or blog found and ranked well in Google searches. In addition\, get other useful tips for using Google more effectively. Presented by Greg Fontaine who has been both a business owner and technology instructor for more than 20 years and an internet developer and consultant for more than 30 years.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/what-google-wants/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Technology
GEO:39.0238995;-77.4553148
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181210T181709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T181709Z
UID:10053-1545314400-1545325200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mason Enterprise Center Cookie Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first ever Mason Enterprise Center Cookie Exchange! Bring a dozen cookies and leave with a sampling of the cookies everyone brought. Hang out with some of the coolest small business folks in town!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mason-enterprise-center-cookie-exchange/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181210T180712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T180712Z
UID:10045-1545998400-1546005600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Ruby LoCo Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Our lunches are on the last Friday of every month. The lunch is casual\, but focused on technology (generally Ruby\, JS\, and all things web). We enjoy the company of all technologists (sorry recruiters\, but no thanks). \nPlease be considerate with your RSVP. We don’t pay to reserve the space\, so let’s not take up more space than we need. \nJoin us to earn your sticker!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ruby-loco-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Loudoun\, 20575 East Hampton Plaza\, Ashburn\, VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T170850
CREATED:20181226T145444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T145444Z
UID:10116-1546848000-1546880400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Government Contract Accounting \n\nMajor Contract types\nDirect and Indirect cost\nCost Accumulation Structure\nIndirect Cost Pools\nIndirect Rates\nAccounting for Unallowables\nDCAA Accounting Systems Survey checklist\nAccounting Policy and Procedures\nAccounting & timesheet software options for contractors\n\nHow to setup your QuickBooks file to help you pass DCAA Accounting system review \n\nHow to Setup chart of accounts to segregate direct and indirect cost\nHow to segregate and capture FAR 31.205 related Unallowables cost\nHow to setup payroll to track direct and indirect labor\nHow to generate labor distribution report\nHow to setup customer\, project\, task to track revenue and direct cost by project\nHow to capture direct cost by project and run job cost report\n\nThis class is taught by MillerMusmar CPAs\, a full service\, performance driven CPA firm. MillerMusmar CPAs offer cost-effective and responsive service clients to provide management-friendly tax advice and creative solutions to complex problems government contractors face every
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting-leesburg-3/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883
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