BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Loudoun County Economic Development, VA - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Loudoun County Economic Development, VA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T133000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024128 CREATED:20190228T211711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190228T211711Z UID:10846-1553684400-1553693400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Hack Your Way to Video Marketing Success DESCRIPTION:Video content has been the buzz in marketing for several years\, with Google reporting that more than half of all customers turn to product videos before visiting a store. Doing it effectively can be intimidating\, time-consuming and expensive\, which stops many entrepreneurs from ever trying. \nFortunately\, you can save time\, limit costs\, and reach your target customers by filming with the phone in your pocket and a few handy “hacks.” This training includes tips on planning\, editing and marketing your videos\, all without breaking the bank. \nAbout the Speaker:\nAbout the Presenter: Brian Tinsman is a digital Swiss Army knife who has mastered storytelling on a shoestring budget. Through his work with Loudoun Economic Development\, Brian helps to tell the story of business success in the county. Please bring your questions and enjoy this hands-on discussion. \n  \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hack-your-way-to-video-marketing-success/ LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147 GEO:39.0655407;-77.4871239 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Belmont Country Club 43750 Tournament Parkway Ashburn 20147;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43750 Tournament Parkway:geo:-77.4871239,39.0655407 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190408T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190408T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024128 CREATED:20190325T153340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T153340Z UID:10990-1554714000-1554732000@biz.loudoun.gov 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/ LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States GEO:39.0063227;-77.487401 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Loudoun Economic Development 43777 Central Station Drive Suite 300 Ashburn VA 20147 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300:geo:-77.487401,39.0063227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190411T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T190438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T191925Z UID:11040-1554883200-1554976800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:PolicyMaker Series: Shaping Loudoun’s Future DESCRIPTION:The decisions that will shape Loudoun County in 2040 are being made today. Creating diverse and affordable housing options\, improving our transportation infrastructure and managing our economic assets are among the priorities being debated by County Planning Commissioners as they rewrite Loudoun’s land use and development plans. \nAs you read this\, the Loudoun County Planning Commission is preparing to submit their proposed Loudoun 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the Board of Supervisors. Once approved by the Board of Supervisors\, the Loudoun 2040 Comprehensive Plan will have a generational impact on our community. \nJoin us as the current and past Chairs of the Loudoun County Planning Commission\, Fred Jennings and Cliff Keirce\, share their priorities in the creation of the Loudoun 2040 Draft Comprehensive Plan. After their presentation\, we will host a panel discussion featuring a panel of business executives who will discuss the challenges they face in hiring and retaining employees in Loudoun County. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/policymaker-series-shaping-loudouns-future/ LOCATION:The National\, 18980 Upper Belmont Place\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T190450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190450Z UID:11039-1554886800-1554890400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:CalcRite from CompuStrategies @ 1 Million Cups 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. \nThis week’s featured business presentation is from CompuStrategies. The founders will be presenting their product\, CalcRite\, and asking for your help on connecting with customers for this new platform. CalcRite is the first cost-effective\, automated\, and flexible sentence calculation solution that meets your current needs for today and can grow and evolve as your needs change.https://compustrategies.com/calcrite-for-jails \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.\n• APPLY to present your business at https://www.1millioncups.com/loudoun \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/calcrite-from-compustrategies-1-million-cups/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190410T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T190328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190328Z UID:11044-1554895800-1554901200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Tech CEO Networking Luncheon DESCRIPTION:You are invited to an exclusive event series for top leaders in our region’s technology community. Now going into its fourth year\, the NVTC Tech CEO Networking Series is designed to connect technology CEOs with their peers for high-powered networking in a smaller\, more intimate setting. Share experiences\, discuss solutions to tough problems\, and discover new opportunities with leading executives at the area’s most successful companies. \nThis series\, hosted at Wildfire\, Tysons Corner\, is limited to the most senior corporate officer in a technology company\, whether that individual is the president\, CEO\, principal\, managing partner\, etc. The technology company must hold a current NVTC membership. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/tech-ceo-networking-luncheon-2/ LOCATION:Wildfire\, 2001 International Drive\, McClean\, VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190411T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190411T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T190337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190337Z UID:11041-1555003800-1555009200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:3rd Annual YEA Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Young Entrepreneur Academy (YEA!) trade show. Students will show off their businesses that they have been working on for last six months. Learn about the students business and even buy their products! Prospective students are welcomed! \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/3rd-annual-yea-trade-show/ LOCATION:Dulles Town Center Mall-MyPerks Lounge\, 21100 Dulles Town Cir.\, Sterling\, VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T191144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T191144Z UID:11057-1555491600-1555495200@biz.loudoun.gov 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-2/2019-04-17/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190110T164735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T164735Z UID:10321-1555585200-1555599600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Loudoun County 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. \nSpeaker: Eric Byrd URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-6/ LOCATION:Ashburn Public Library\, 43316 Hay Rd\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147 CATEGORIES:Business Planning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Starting-a-Business-Image-1-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190208T192854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T192854Z UID:10684-1555956000-1555959600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun Well Water Testing Clinic DESCRIPTION:Have you had your private well tested in the last year? \nDid you know that as the owner of a private well\, it is your responsibility to ensure your drinking water is safe? \nAffordable and confidential water testing and education is offered through Loudoun County Virginia Cooperative Extension’s annual spring water testing clinic. Our lab will test for 14 different water quality parameters and we then provide you with the education to understand your results. \nSample kit pick up date is April 24th. \nSpace is limited. \nFor more information and to register contact Sue Naille at snaille@vt.edu or call 703-777-0373. \nPreregistration is required! URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-well-water-testing-clinic/ LOCATION:Loudoun County Government Center-Dulles Room\, 1 Harrison Street SE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T191038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T191038Z UID:11052-1556100000-1556110800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Small Business Committee Presents: The 100X Leader Summit DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the 100X Leader Summit. From the founder of Leadercast and the CEO of Catalyst come be a part of what Jeremie Kubicek (CEO of GiANT) and the cofounder of GiANT\, Steve Cockram\, are doing next. \nAs best selling authors\, come experience the content of their newest work\, The 100X Leader. The 100X Leader Summit will equip you to become 100% healthy as a leader and how to multiply what you know to those you lead. Like other offerings GiANT brings\, the summit will inspire you to seek transformation in all areas of your life\, giving you tools that you will use the very next day. \nThis event is for every person that wants to grow – from the team or organization leader to a leader of families. The goal is to equip people to become people that others want to follow\, not have to follow. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/small-business-committee-presents-the-100x-leader-summit/ LOCATION:Loudoun County Public Schools Building\, 21000 Education Court\, Ashburn\, VA\, United States GEO:39.0337001;-77.5177499 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Loudoun County Public Schools Building 21000 Education Court Ashburn VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=21000 Education Court:geo:-77.5177499,39.0337001 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190206T165510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T165510Z UID:10607-1556127000-1556132400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun on Tap @ TopGolf DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the ‘must-attend’ quarterly networking event of 2019—Loudoun On Tap! Join us at Topgolf  in Ashburn 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-topgolf/ LOCATION:Top Golf\, 20356 Commonwealth Center Drive\, Ashburn\, VA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190228T214633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190228T214633Z UID:10865-1556127000-1556137800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:2019 NVTC Virginia Data Center Leadership Awards Banquet DESCRIPTION:On April 24\, 2019\, NVTC will host the inaugural 2019 NVTC Virginia Data Center Awards. The NVTC Virginia Data Center Awards will offer the statewide business community and public sector leaders the opportunity to join together in celebrating the enormous growth and contributions of Virginia’s data center industry URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/2019-nvtc-virginia-data-center-leadership-awards-banquet/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T191020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T191020Z UID:11054-1556215200-1556226000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Startup Grind DC Fireside Chat with The Honorable Eleanor Holmes Norton of DC DESCRIPTION:The Honorable Eleanor Holmes Norton is the Delegate to the United States House of Representatives\, representing the District of Columbia. \nCongresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton\, now in her fifteenth term as the Congresswoman for the District of Columbia\, is the Chair of the House Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. She serves on two committees: the Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. \nBefore her congressional service\, President Jimmy Carter appointed her to serve as the first woman to chair the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. She came to Congress as a national figure who had been a civil rights and feminist leader\, a tenured professor of law\, and board member at three Fortune 500 companies. Congresswoman Norton has been named one of the 100 most important American women in one survey and one of the most powerful women in Washington in another. The Congresswoman’s work for full congressional voting representation and for full democracy for the people of the District of Columbia continues her lifelong struggle for universal human and civil rights. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/startup-grind-dc-fireside-chat-with-the-honorable-eleanor-holmes-norton-of-dc/ LOCATION:Morgan\, Lewis & Bockius LLP\, 1111 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE\, NW\, DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190501T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190426T170633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T170633Z UID:11294-1556722800-1556730000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Coffee\, Cake and Questions DESCRIPTION:Have you wondered about the following? Stop by and ask a friendly resource person\, at no cost. Or bring your own questions! \n1. What are the compliance requirements to be aware as employee numbers grow? How do I streamline the on-boarding process? \n2. What are the first steps in pursuing classified contracts? What is involved in getting a facility clearance for my business? \n3. At what point should a Government Contractor become DCAA Compliant? What are software options for very small Government Contractors related to meeting the needs of the Government? \n4. How do I improve my company’s performance ratings? Contract awards: FFP vs. T&M—what’s the difference and what should I do? \n5. Are there ways I can provide employee retirement plans? What financial aspects should I consider when planning a future exit from my company? URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/coffee-cake-and-questions/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T090000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190430T170136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T170136Z UID:11364-1556870400-1556874000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Small Business and Entrepreneur Meeting DESCRIPTION:NVTC Networking and Professional Development Events. Members can meet potential clients\, build relationships\, and learn about trends in the technology industry. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/small-business-and-entrepreneur-meeting/ LOCATION:Fairfax County Economic Development Authority\, 8300 Boone Blvd END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T180000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T215610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T210111Z UID:10503-1557129600-1557165600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun Small Business Conference DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Small Business Conference\nThe 2019 Loudoun Small Business Conference features valuable seminars and presentations from industry experts to help small business owners\, startups and entrepreneurs take their business to the next level. \nThe keynote address and breakout sessions are designed to help you gain valuable insight into trends affecting today’s small businesses and to give you tools to help your business thrive. \nThis full-day event offers exclusive networking opportunities and information on business-critical topics\, including: \n\nhiring employees;\nsales strategies;\nsocial media;\nfinding advisors and mentors;\nmarketing strategies;\nways to grow your business;\nand creative ways to finance your business.\n\nWe have gathered some of the best speakers in the business who will educate you\, not sell their services. You will walk away with new knowledge that can help your business succeed in today’s economy. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-small-business-conference-2/ LOCATION:Dulles Airport Marriott\, 45020 Aviation Drive\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166 CATEGORIES:Technology,Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Conferences-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:38.9454276;-77.4536094 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dulles Airport Marriott 45020 Aviation Drive Dulles VA 20166;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=45020 Aviation Drive:geo:-77.4536094,38.9454276 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T214325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T215504Z UID:10501-1557129600-1557507600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Loudoun Small Business Week 2019: Shaping Your Future DESCRIPTION:Loudoun Small Business Week 2019: Shaping Your Future\nJoin us for an exciting week of programming designed to help take your small business to the next level. \nClick on the buttons below for a full description of each event: \nMonday\nLoudoun Small Business Conference\nTuesday\nCreate Experiences That Attract Customers\nGrow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market\nPrototyping Loudoun's Future for Highly Specialized Manfacturing\nWednesday\n1 Million Cups - Loudoun\nBusiness Without Borders\nLeesburg Business Awards\nThursday\nBusiness @ Breakfast Networking Event\nStart Your Business in Loudoun\nBig Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute\nCybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-small-business-week-2019-shaping-your-future/ CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190405T202246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T202246Z UID:11063-1557216000-1557248400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Virginia Farm to School Network Meetings DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Department of Education\, Office of School Nutrition will be hosting regional Farm to School Network meetings across the Commonwealth in April and May 2019. The VDOE SNP Farm to School Specialist in collaboration with the regional Farm to School Network Leads will conduct the Farm to School Network meetings for school nutrition professionals\, farmers\, educators\, community members\, parents\, and students. The agenda\, dates\, and locations are available below. \nPlease register for the meeting you plan to attend. There is no cost to attend and no deadline for registration. \nThe meetings will take place from 3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Trista Grigsby\, Farm to School Specialist at trista.grigsby@doe.virginia.gov. \n  \n  URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virginia-farm-to-school-network-meetings/ LOCATION:Frederick Douglass Elementary School Garden\, 510 Principal Drummond Way SE\, Leesburg\, VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/R4-F2S-Network-Mtg-2019.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T224929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T175020Z UID:10505-1557217800-1557223200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Create Experiences That Attract Customers DESCRIPTION:Create Experiences That Attract Customers\nIn a world where customers can buy almost everything online\, they need a reason to visit your business in person. Find out how to create experiences that will attract consumers\, build customer loyalty\, and increase revenue. \nYou’ll get to see how this works in action: this event will be held at the award-winning Belfort Furniture\, where you’ll enjoy a tasty breakfast along with morning cocktails generously provided by our hosts. You can’t beat learning experiential retail strategies while relaxing in a comfy showroom! \nPresenters:\n\nThe Old Luckett’s Store: Suzanne Eblen\, Owner\nBlend Coffee: Mimi Backhausen\, Owner\nBelfort Furniture: Matt Huber\, Executive Vice President\nKetterman’s Jewlers: Tammi Ketterman\, Owner\n\nRegister today:\n Create Experiences That Attract Customers First Name* Last Name:* How many people attending?* Email:* Are you the business owner?YesNo Organization:SubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leveraging-experiential-retail-to-increase-foot-traffic/ LOCATION:Belfort Furniture\, 22250 Shaw Road\, VA\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Experientail-Retail-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T230006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145844Z UID:10510-1557228600-1557239400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT: Grow Your Business Outside of the Farmers Market\nCongratulations! You had a successful season at the farmers market and are ready to explore new sales opportunities for your business. But how do you get started? \nYou are invited to learn from your peers that have made successful transitions from farmers markets to further their business growth. \nWe have assembled a panel of rural entrepreneurs who will provide you with case studies on their own business expansion efforts\, followed by a Q&A session. \nThe discussion will focus on food cooperatives\, farm-to-chef agreements\, retail sales\, and wholesale opportunities. \nOur Panel:\n\nAlicia Swanstrom\, Owner/Elixir Mixer at Greenheart Juice\nTyler Wegmeyer\, President at Wegmeyer Farms\nKelly Capritta\, General Manager at Catoctin Coffee\nDavid Giusti\, Second Spring Farm\n\nThis event registration has closed. If you would like to be added to the waiting list\, please contact John Magistro. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/grow-your-business-outside-of-the-farmers-market/ LOCATION:Loudoun Extension Office\, 750 Miller Dr SE\, Leesburg CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/growing-out-of-farmers-market-SOLD-OUT-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190318T172819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T172819Z UID:10959-1557235800-1557244800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP) at George Mason University Mason Enterprise Center (MEC) is a statewide non-profit program funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \nCo-located in the City of Fairfax\, Virginia with the other programs under the MEC umbrella\, the Virginia PTAP manages two additional satellite procurement centers in the Commonwealth. To find out if we offer counseling services in your area\, visit our locations page to to sign up. \nAll centers provide services that help business do business with government at the federal\, state\, and local level. \nThe workshop\, Fundamentals of Government Cost Accounting\, will cover the following: \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 set up 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 set up 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 day. \nPoint of Contact: Kellie Peterson (703) 277-7750\nCenter: Virginia PTAP – Northern Virginia\nLocation: MEC-Leesburg\, 202 Church Street\, SE\, Rm 107\, Leesburg VA 20175-3031 URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/fundamentals-of-government-cost-accounting/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190507T193000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T231306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T202941Z UID:10513-1557250200-1557257400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing DESCRIPTION:Prototyping Loudoun’s Future for Highly Specialized Manufacturing\nAdvanced manufacturing companies locating in Loudoun benefit from critical local infrastructure\, including power\, transportation and a developed supply chain. \nAs we continue to grow this industry\, engaging with the community is crucial to developing and attracting the resources and businesses that can help manufacturing grow. \nDuring Small Business Week\, you are invited to a meeting of the leading manufacturing minds in Loudoun County\, to discuss what’s next. The goal of the event is to highlight projects and opportunities in the region that will help Loudoun to stay at the cutting edge of manufacturing. \nExpect to hear about multiple facets of the future of manufacturing in Loudoun including workforce\, industry trends\, manufacturing education and product innovation. \nConfirmed Panelists:\n\nBenjamin Moses\, Technical Director\, AMT\nJoe Travez\, CEO\, Protoype Productions Incorporated\nCallye Keen\, Design Manager\, K-form and President\, Red Blue Collective\nChad Knights\, Provost of Information and Engineering Technologies\, Northern Virginia Community College\n\nCome network with experts in the advanced manufacturing industry and help unlock the potential of advanced manufacturing in Loudoun. \nJoin us at the George Washington University’s Exploration Building first floor auditorium (20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn VA 20147). \nRSVP Today:\n Prototyping Loudoun's Future for Advanced Manufacturing First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/prototyping-loudouns-future-for-highly-specialized-manufacturing/ LOCATION:GWU Science and Technology Campus\, 20101 Academic Way\, Ashburn\, 20147\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/manufacturing-technology-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T234037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T192125Z UID:10517-1557306000-1557309600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:1 Million Cups-Loudoun DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups-Loudoun\nThe 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. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week come out to meet Om Suthar\, founder and CEO of SQRL. SQRL is a platform for small business owners who want to provide an effective and valuable wellness program to their workforce\, but have been priced out by their insurance plan. Learn more about at www.sqrl.me \nWhy your business should present: \n\nGet solutions for a business challenge from an engaged and supportive audience;\nValidate that your product or service is the right fit for your customer;\nCrowdsource new ideas for sales and marketing\, go-to-market strategy or funding that you may not have considered previously;\nPractice how you deliver the presentation of your business or idea.\n\nWhat you can expect as an attendee: \n\nOne business owner presents their business each week and provides a challenge or opportunity that they are working on;\nThe audience is asked to help provide solutions and ideas for the owner to consider;\nNetworking with other business owners and Loudoun community resources.\n\nLearn more about the history and growth 1 Million Cups across the country. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-loudoun/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/1-million-cups-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mason Enterprise Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T133000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190130T233519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T201325Z UID:10515-1557316800-1557322200@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Business Without Borders DESCRIPTION:Business Without Borders\nLoudoun’s international business base consists of more than 120 companies\, representing at least 27 countries. \nWhy have so many chosen to locate in Loudoun? With easy access to Washington\, D.C.\, a talented workforce\, and a base of public and private customers\, Loudoun has been a great place for U.S. or North American headquarters\, research and development facilities or sales offices. \nDuring Loudoun Small Business Week\, come hear from several international firms operating in Loudoun\, as they discuss the unique advantages of operating here. \nLooking to expand your company to the United States? Meet with our International Business Development Manager\, Robert McCollar\, to learn more about the #LoudounPossible opportunities. \nPresenters:\nBrian Lenihan\, Executive Director\, SelectUSA \nFelix Specht\, Managing Director\, Biogrund \nAmir Hadzimehmedovic\, General Manager\, Ferrari Maserati of Washington \nRegister today:\n Business Without Borders First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/why-international-businesses-choose-loudoun/ LOCATION:The Bungalow Lakehouse\, 46116 Lake Center Plaza\, Sterling\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Biz-without-borders-100.jpg GEO:39.0329548;-77.4035824 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Bungalow Lakehouse 46116 Lake Center Plaza Sterling VA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=46116 Lake Center Plaza:geo:-77.4035824,39.0329548 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T173000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190419T185049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T185049Z UID:11207-1557325800-1557336600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Price to Win – It's More than Just Pricing (Leesburg) DESCRIPTION:In today’s market price is a big factor in submitting a winning proposal. However that is only part of the story. There are a number of variables that need to be addressed before you develop a price. This presentation will explore all the dimensions of developing a company culture\, structure and strategy that\, once established\, position you to develop a Price to Win. \n\nMarket Trends – What to Expect in Today’s Environment\nWhat’s Right for Me? – Business Development and Marketing Strategies\n\nEstablishing a Marketing/BD Culture\nCompetition Management\n\n\n\n\nWinning – Proposal and Pricing Strategies\n\nWin Strategy\nPrice To Win\nProposal Management\n\n\n\nInstructor Gary Fitch will discuss strategies his team used to grow Gray Hawk Systems to $100M in sales in nine years\, Kingfisher Systems from $0-$42M revenue in seven years with $500M in outstanding proposals\, and White Owl Systems from $0-$3.5M run rate in 24 months. \nGary Fitch has a broad background across all public sector markets. He is an Entrepreneur\, Subject Matter Expert and Consultant to small-and medium-sized businesses on Strategic Planning\, Proposals\, Price-to-Win Analyses\, CPSR Compliant Contracts/Subcontracts\, GSA Schedules\, Cost Estimating/Financial Analysis\, Burden Rates Development\, and DCAA Compliance. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/price-to-win-its-more-than-just-pricing-leesburg/ LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz GEO:39.1130561;-77.5636883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun 202 Church St Leesburg VA 20175;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=202 Church St:geo:-77.5636883,39.1130561 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190508T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190131T142355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T135510Z UID:10522-1557338400-1557345600@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Leesburg Business Awards DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/leesburg-business-awards-2/ LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/leesburg-biz-awards-100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T090000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190131T143532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T205946Z UID:10527-1557387000-1557392400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Business @ Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Business @ Breakfast\nGrab your business cards and join the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce at their Business @ Breakfast monthly roundtable networking event. \nConnect with 100+ Chamber members from a wide range of businesses during an event consistently named the favorite networking event of the year. \nThis month\, our department is the signature sponsor for this event\, as we celebrate Loudoun Small Business Week 2019. \nThe program will include a presentation from Rural Business Development Manager John Magistro to promote the upcoming Loudoun Spring Farm Tour\, and discuss additional business opportunities to engage with Loudoun farms. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-breakfast/ LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147 CATEGORIES:Small Biz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Biz-at-breakfast-100.jpg GEO:39.0655407;-77.4871239 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Belmont Country Club 43750 Tournament Parkway Ashburn 20147;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43750 Tournament Parkway:geo:-77.4871239,39.0655407 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190131T144726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T210327Z UID:10529-1557399600-1557414000@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Start Your Business in Loudoun DESCRIPTION:Start Your Business in Loudoun\nDo you want to open your own business? Do you have an idea for a product or service and you want to bring to market? \nMaybe 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. Perhaps you may have an idea what your concept is but you’re not sure if it will make a profitable company. \nIf you answered “yes\,” or have other questions about getting your business started\, then this group session is for you. \nNavigating the ins and outs of creating a business plan\, marketing your new business and determining which licenses you need to launch can be a daunting task. We’re here to make it easier. \nCome learn the answer to these and other questions at this *no cost* interactive group session. We’ll answer questions\, talk about what will make your new venture profitable\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. \nWe 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. \nSign Up Today URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/start-your-business-in-loudoun/ LOCATION:Gum Spring Public Library\, 24600 Millstream Drive\, Aldie\, VA\, 20105\, United States CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Sales/Procurement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Start-Your-Business-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:mec20175@gmu.edu GEO:38.9370917;-77.5465112 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gum Spring Public Library 24600 Millstream Drive Aldie VA 20105 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24600 Millstream Drive:geo:-77.5465112,38.9370917 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190131T165222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T200145Z UID:10531-1557401400-1557406800@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Healthcare's Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute DESCRIPTION:Healthcare’s Future in Big Data\, Dark Fiber and the Power to Compute\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility.\nWith the digitization of healthcare information\, the industry is taking advantage of tools in big data and analytics to improve the quality of patient care. \nAs a business sector\, healthcare data analytics is expected to be an industry worth more than $68 billion by 2024\, and it’s an area where Loudoun can lead. The key is Loudoun’s greatest manmade asset: fiber. \nInterested in learning more about how Loudoun businesses are creating opportunities in the field? Join us for a Loudoun Small Business Week discussion on how healthcare is ready to leverage big data right here in Loudoun County. \nIntro and Welcome:\nJohn Wood\, Telos\, CEO and Chairman of the Board \nPresenters:\n \nBruce Kimmel\, Vidrio Technologies\, CEO \n \nJeffrey Gallagher\, Virginia Bio\, CEO \n \nMike Perham\, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia\, Director\, Innovations and External Relations \nVideo: \n \nDaniel Golding\, Google\, Global Planning and Design Lead\, Datacenter Networks\, Google \nModerator: \n \nSarah Price\, Loudoun County Economic Development\, Business Development Manager \n  \nThanks to Telos Corp.\, our host for this in-depth panel. \n \n\n\n\nRegistration is closed! If you are registered for this event\, please bring your government ID\, as this is a secure facility. URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/big-data-dark-fiber-and-the-power-to-compute/ LOCATION:Telos Corporation\, 19886 Ashburn Road\, Ashburn\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Big-Data-Dark-Fiber-100-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T190000 DTSTAMP:20260504T024129 CREATED:20190214T215604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T145502Z UID:10787-1557423000-1557428400@biz.loudoun.gov SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business @ Old Ox Brewery\nCybersecurity risks and regulations continue to evolve making it difficult for any business to keep pace\, especially small firms with fewer resources. \nIn spite of the growing complexities in securing your business and customer data\, there are best practices that any small business can implement to protect their assets. \nWe have assembled a panel of cybersecurity experts from the small-to-midsized business community. These professionals invite you to learn about simple processes and tools that you organization can implement to safeguard business and customer information. \nFollowing each presentation will be a moderated discussion and opportunity for questions from the audience. \nPresenters:\nTim Reichert\, CEO Energy Sherlock \nTim Reichert is a respected executive with a distinguished career that spans more than 25 years in the fields of energy conservation services\, technology development/implementation and business development. He has extensive experience in energy/commercial real estate services\, engineering-based cost segregation\, property evaluations and leading high-performance sales/marketing organizations \nSindi Major Martinez\, CEO CEM Solutions Group  \nAs a management & technology consultant\, Sindi focuses on helping clients develop and execute business and technology strategies in alignment with their strategic goals and objectives. For more than 20 years\, she has served as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and senior managers across multiple industries including healthcare\, legal\, marketing\, nonprofit and government contracting organizations. \nModerator:\nDennis Brouwer\, Loudoun County Economic Development  \nAs the Business Development Manager for Cybersecurity\, Dennis works with cyber-focused companies to help them invest and grow in Loudoun County. He has led product management organizations focused on networking and security services for over 20 years\, and has served as General Manager of a global\, $300m IT services business. Dennis is a former holder of the CISSP credential and a frequent speaker on the challenges and opportunities of leading in the age of cyber. \nRSVP Today:\n Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Business First Name* Last Name:* Email:* Organization:* Job Title:* Are you the business owner?*YesNo Would you like to receive our Loudoun Small Business Newsletter*YesNoSubmitReset URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/cybersecurity-best-practices-for-small-business-2/ LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://biz.loudoun.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Cyber-best-Practes-100.jpg GEO:39.0238995;-77.4553148 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Old Ox Brewery 44652 Guilford Dr. #114 Ashburn VA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114:geo:-77.4553148,39.0238995 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR