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SUMMARY:Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
DESCRIPTION:You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you’re worried about what your sales will be\, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas\, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs\, projecting sales\, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/developing-financial-projections-for-your-new-small-business-7/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Equine Nutrition Series: The Equine GI Tract
DESCRIPTION:Register for VCE Loudoun’s Equine Nutrition Series: Biomolecules and Your Horse’s Health. This series will explain the role of a horse’s GI tract in processing biomolecules (carbohydrates\, lipids\, and proteins) into measurable horse characteristics such as top-line or endurance. \nOur first event will be The Equine GI Tract with Carrie Swanson\, on Thursday\, April 28\, 2022\, 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension (MARE) Center: \nThe Virginia Tech MARE Center\n5527 Sullivans Mill Road\nMiddleburg\, VA 20117 \nAll subsequent events in 2022’s Equine Nutrition Series will be hosted virtually on Zoom. \n\nTuesday\, May 17\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Forage Management with Amanda Grev\, PhD\nTuesday\, June 21\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Supplements with Kristine Ely\nTuesday\, July 26\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Equine Feed Labels with Jeff Semler\nWednesday\, August 24\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Equine Life Phases with Robin White\, PhD\n\nFor more information\, visit the event page and view the flyer (PDF). \nIf you have any questions about the Equine Nutrition Series\, e-mail Jim Hilleary. If you have questions about registration\, e-mail Jess Yon.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/equine-nutrition-series-the-equine-gi-tract/
LOCATION:Virginia Tech MARE Center\, 5527 Sullivan Road\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,For Businesses
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SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Road to Financial Independence
DESCRIPTION:In this month-long series\, we will deliver one hour workshop on different topics each Thursday evening in April to touch on a facet of financial education\, including practical financial strategies\, emotional connection with money\, and building a financial foundation. These are sessions you won’t want to miss\, register today! \nThe majority of women (84%) say that understanding their finances is a key to greater career flexibility. Nonetheless\, financial wellness continues to be a considerable critical issue for some women. The pay gap\, broken rung\, and other ongoing struggles that impact women’s wallets along with the repercussions of the pandemic demand attention to the ways women can have greater control over their financial health.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-workshop-road-to-financial-indepence/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
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SUMMARY:Disability Resources Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Disability Resources Fair showcases local resources available for people with disabilities. Anyone with an interest in learning more about options for people with disabilities should attend! Spanish interpreters will be onsite as well.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/disability-resources-fair/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T150000
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SUMMARY:Feria De Recursos Para Personas Con Discapacidad
DESCRIPTION:Presentar a nuestra comunidad los recursos locales disponibles para las personas con discapacidad. Cualquier persona que este interesada en aprender mas sobre las opciones para las personas con discapacidad deberia asistir.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/feria-de-recursos-para-personas-con-discapacidad/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T130000
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SUMMARY:Primrose School Leesburg at Potomac Station Spring Fling Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Giving back to the community is an integral part of our mission at Primrose. Every year\, our school hosts a large fundraising event called Spring Fling to give back to local and national charities. This year’s event is on Saturday April 30th 2022\, and Funds raised at Spring Fling will be donated to Loudoun Abused Women Shelter (LAWS) and the Fairfax County Court Appointed Special Advocates\, (CASA). LAWS’ mission is to serve adults and children who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; to empower\, inform and advocate for adults and children. CASA is a nonprofit agency committed to advocating for children involved in the court system due to concerns for their safety and well-being.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/primrose-school-leesburg-at-potomac-station-spring-fling-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Primrose School Leesburg at Potomac Station Spring Fling\, 101 Pipestone Plaze NE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T190000
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SUMMARY:Frontier Kitchen Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the best food makers in Northern Virginia! Over 20 new businesses. Free food\, drinks\, giveaways. Sample to book for your summer parties!  RSVP here on website below.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/frontier-kitchen-open-house/
LOCATION:Frontier Kitchen Chantilly\, 25387 Pleasant Valley Rd Suite 110\, Chantilly\, VA\, 20152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220503T165047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T165047Z
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SUMMARY:Dulles SHRM Chapter Meeting: Mindfulness in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Being caught in the middle\, catering to employees and managers\, can be taxing on your mental\, emotional\, physical\, and spiritual health. Self care is nothing new to HR departments\, yet observing yourself during hard conversations and interactions can be your saving grace in how it will unfold. Whether you’re tasked to defuse a work situation and not take it home with you is easier said than done. However\, with a few mindful and awareness tools that can empower you to embrace your professional and personal life in a balanced holistic union. \nDulles SHRM is pleased to welcome Naranjan Nota\, founder of Bright Shining Light. Ms. Nota will be speaking about Mindfulness in the Workplace. \nDuring this session\, you will learn how to: \n\nIdentify the emotional states you’re faced with from others.\nObserve your own reactions.\nLearn to recognize extreme traits and qualities in self and others.\nInvite an opportunity for balance.\n\nZoom Meeting – Participants will receive link prior to the meeting
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-shrm-chapter-meeting-mindfulness-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T163827Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Washington Apprentice Network-May Employer Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Washington Apprentice Network (GWAN) brings together employers\, academic institutions\, public and private sectors. Employers gain access to best practices from organizational peers\, sources of prospective apprentice candidates\, support services\, academic institutions\, and training resources. The GWAN meets on the first Tuesday of each month for an Employer Briefing. \nRegister By\nMay 2\, 2022 5:00 PM
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/greater-washington-apprentice-network-may-employer-briefing/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T190000
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SUMMARY:Brickyard Ashburn Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join Us To Toast Your Success\nJoin Brickyard & Loudoun County Economic Development for a wonderful evening to pay homage to our local small businesses.\nThis Small Business Week event will include live music from Ken Wenzel\, great Mexican fare from Taco Zocalo\, a beer tasting\, and dessert provided by Wicket Door Pub\, and a networking opportunity for anyone in attendance.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/brickyard-ashburn-open-house/
LOCATION:Brickyard Ashburn\, 44927 George Washington Blvd.\, Suite 265\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T103000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220328T184920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T190701Z
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SUMMARY:Healthcare in the Region
DESCRIPTION:We invite our members to join the Northern Virginia Chamber on May 4th as we present our Annual State of Healthcare in the Region! \nTop officials from the region’s largest and most influential health care companies will discuss equity in health care delivery\, population health\, and other issues that have taken on a renewed critical importance as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. We will also talk about the importance of a healthy workforce and healthy community\, the impact of obesity\, and more. \nRegister By\nMay 3\, 2022 12:00
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/healthcare-in-the-region/
LOCATION:Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce\, 7900 Westpark Drive\, Suite A550\, Tysons\, Virginia\, 22102
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220415T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T190144Z
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SUMMARY:Venture X Open House
DESCRIPTION:We would like to provide an open invitation to NOVA Businesses to celebrate small business appreciation week!\n\n\nJoin us on May 4th 2022 from 9am-12pm at 44679 Endicott Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn VA 20147. There will be beverages\, a variety of food selections\, a surprise giveaway by Loudoun United FC and MORE!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/venture-x-open-house/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220311T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160555Z
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SUMMARY:From Great Ideas to Global Impact: A Talk with Andrew Byrnes
DESCRIPTION:Technology executive\, attorney\, and investor Andrew Byrnes will discuss the path from developing innovative ideas to achieving broad impact\, including key legal issues and business imperatives. Leveraging experiences from his decades-long career in the private and public sectors working alongside innovators and entrepreneurs\, Byrnes will offer insights on leadership\, building high-functioning teams\, engaging policymakers\, and other critical stakeholders\, and navigating existing and emerging regulatory regimes and challenges. \nAn attorney and operations executive with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of technology and innovation\, law\, business\, and public policy\, Andrew Byrnes is the Deputy General Counsel and Global Head of Public Affairs at Getaround\, the leading global and digital car sharing marketplace. He is also the Founder and Lead Adventurer of Adventures in Syncopation\, a community exploring how music and performing arts experience supercharges successful entrepreneurship in any field and supporting impactful performer-entrepreneurs. He has served as the presidentially appointed Chief of Staff of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office\, the principal general counsel for Uber’s global rideshare business\, a cross-functional legal and operations executive at two venture-backed technology companies\, and a partner in several major law firms. Andrew graduated from Stanford University and Harvard Law School.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/from-great-ideas-to-global-impact-a-talk-with-andrew-byrnes/
LOCATION:Van Metre Hall Auditorium\, George Mason University\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T190728Z
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SUMMARY:Makersmiths Open House
DESCRIPTION:Makersmiths is proud to partner with Loudoun Virginia Economic Development to celebrate Small Business Week with a special Open House and Demo Day. \nWe’d like to invite you to come by for a mini-tour and chat during a Star Wars themed Open House on Wednesday\, May 4th\, 2022 (May the 4th… be with you) from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Come poke around\, ask questions\, see what other members are working on. We’re friendly and casual. We’re at 785 S. 20th Street\, Purcellville\, VA 20132. \nMeet with our maker-members\, Loudoun Virginia Economic Development staff\,  our own Supervisor Buffington\, and see some of our tools in action. The first 50 attendees will receive a special gift made in our spaces by our members! Register at the website link below.\n \nMakersmiths\, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing knowledge\, space\, equipment\, community & programs to enable you to learn\, design\, make\, launch\, work and play. \nWe are adult enthusiasts\, young adults and kids learning\, playing and making\, entrepreneurs prototyping new products and concepts\, and finally\, community organizations taking part in the maker movement. \nOur members share over 3\,000 square feet of workrooms with a CNC mill\, 3D printers\, ceramics studio\, welding\, blacksmithing\, woodworking and metalworking tools\, meeting space and more. We are back up offering classes and project workshops on a variety of topics such as blacksmithing and welding.  Come see what we have to offer! \nPlease be prepared to mask-up and socially distance . . .  Gotta be safe!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/makersmiths-open-house/
LOCATION:Makersmiths Purcellville\, 785 S. 20th Street\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T093000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220503T183351Z
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SUMMARY:Dulles SHRM Discussion Group: Culture and Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Dulles SHRM Discussion Group is pleased to welcome Alexa Beavers\, Founder and Managing Partner at The Axela Group.  This session will focus on organizational culture and leadership. \nYou will learn about: \n\nHow to define culture\nHow culture impacts you\nHow to change your culture to enhance your work environment – and how to coach the leaders you work with to do the same\nWhat “living” the culture looks like for you and the leaders you work with\n\nZoom Meeting – Participants will receive link prior to the meeting
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-shrm-discussion-group-culture-and-leadership/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220328T160603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T143817Z
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SUMMARY:How To Market Your E-Commerce Business
DESCRIPTION:In this free webinar\, learn how to use practical marketing techniques to grow your e-commerce business. E-commerce business founder and CEO Alex Welsh will explain how to put together and execute a multi-channel approach to marketing. He’ll cover Google Analytics\, SEO\, referral traffic\, affiliate marketing\, email and SMS marketing\, social media and more. \nThis webinar is the second in a series on e-commerce. We encourage you to also view the first webinar in the series: “How To Build a Good E-Commerce Website.” \nAlex Welsh is founder and CEO at BreakingT\, a pioneer in real-time sports merchandise. He\nhelped build this successful e-commerce business from scratch and scaled it to support hundreds of thousands of happy customers\, learning what it takes through real-world experience. As a SCORE volunteer\, Alex lends his expertise to help small businesses build their e-commerce businesses.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-market-your-e-commerce-business/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Technology,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T203342Z
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SUMMARY:AMAZON MILITARY NETWORKING EVENT
DESCRIPTION:If you are a Veteran\, transitioning service member or a military spouse\, we encourage you to join our networking event. Amazon currently has open roles globally that can provide great careers in a wide variety of fields. \nCome for the networking and resources stay\, for the camaraderie! \nMake connections with recruiters & veteran amazonians 1:1. \nLearn about Amazon’s culture\, hiring process\, mentorship\, and opportunities. \nDress: Casual \nFood & Drink: 2 drink tickets per person. Bar food. \n  \n*This is a private event. You must RSVP to enter*
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/amazon-military-networking-event/
LOCATION:Highline RXR\, 2010 Crystal Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220415T193608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T190406Z
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SUMMARY:880 Harrison Open House
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! Join us at The Blockchain Building as we celebrate Loudoun Small Business Week with wine from Fifty Leven\, beer from Black Hoof Brewing\, and food from Bandit Tacos!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/880-harrison-open-house/
LOCATION:880 Harrison\, 880 Harrison Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
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SUMMARY:AWL Creative Open House
DESCRIPTION:It’s Small Business Week! Celebrate by attending a complimentary cookie decorating workshop with Cookie Artist Kate from Casi Cielo Cookies and AWL Creative at A Wedding Loft! While the Open House is from 4pm to 7pm\, cookie decorating is a 2 hour class from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Please secure your FREE spot at the link below. \nLearn the basics of decorating cookies with royal icing\, and leave with 4 of your very own sugar cookie creations. Kate will teach students various royal icing techniques and her personal tips & tricks for baking and decorating in her signature classic-and-cute art style. \nStudents will leave the class with their decorated cookies\, a special surprise or two\, and all of Kate’s recommendations and tips for decorating at home like a pro. No experience is required! \nIncluded in each ticket are all materials needed for decorating the class cookies:\nPre-baked cookies\, pre-colored & measured icing bags\, sprinkles\, decorating tools like scribes\, scissors\, placemats\, paper towels\, etc.\, and hands-on instruction from Kate. \nThis is a 2-hour workshop. We kindly request that you arrive 15 minutes early.\nThis is an adult class\, recommended for decorators ages 14+. \nTickets are limited – we kindly ask that you only register if you are able to attend. If you are no longer able to attend\, please contact us ASAP.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/awl-creative-open-house-2/
LOCATION:AWL Creative at A Wedding Loft\, 11 South King Street\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Small Business Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T183407Z
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SUMMARY:Loudoun SHRM: The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety: (Zoom Meeting)
DESCRIPTION:The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety: Defining the Path to Inclusion and Innovation Timothy R. Clark\, Ph.D.\nSession Outline: Based on his new book\, The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety: Defining the Path to Inclusion and Innovation\, Dr. Timothy R. Clark\, an Oxford-trained social scientist and global thought leader\, will share his breakthrough research on the topic of psychological safety. In 2021\, organizations around the world are striving to achieve two goals: The first is to create a sanctuary of inclusion. The second is to create an incubator of innovation. These goals can only be accomplished when leaders model and reinforce psychological safety to activate the full potential of people. Psychological safety refers to “an environment of rewarded vulnerability”– a place where it’s not expensive to be yourself. But psychological safety is not a binary proposition. It’s a matter of degree. When leaders nurture psychological safety to the highest levels\, individuals are able to climb the ladder of personal vulnerability and do four things:\n\nFeel included\nFeel safe to learn\nFeel safe to contribute\nFeel safe to challenge the status quo
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-shrm-the-4-stages-of-psychological-safety-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220428T210852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T210852Z
UID:21197-1652356800-1652362200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:You have a great business idea\, but what is the next step? How do you turn your idea into a great product or service? In this webinar\, we show you how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas\, concepts and strategies about your business. When you leave the webinar\, you’ll be able to draft your own one-page business plan. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220429T191833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T191833Z
UID:21207-1652443200-1652448600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Setting Up A New Business Entity
DESCRIPTION:Should I register my business? What legal structure is best for my business? What kind of business insurance do I need? If you’re asking these questions\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn what you need to do to make sure your business is able to conduct its affairs legally\, and how to take those critical first steps. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220420T131345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T131345Z
UID:21065-1652522400-1652536800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Horse Trailer Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register for VCE Loudoun’s Horse Trailer Safety Workshop! Join local experts to learn trailer safety tips for transporting horses. Registration is $15\, which includes lunch. \nSaturday\, May 14\, 2022 at 10:00 am – 2:00pm\nThe Virginia Tech MARE Center\n5527 Sullivans Mill Road\nMiddleburg\, VA 20117 \nThe workshop topics include: \n\nMatching trailers to vehicles\nChecks before leaving the farm\nSafety on the road\nComplying with horse trailer laws and regulations\nWhat to do during a mishap\n\nIf you have any questions about the Horse Trailer Safety Workshop\, e-mail Kyla Szemplinski. \nThe Horse Trailer Safety Workshop is sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension\, The Virginia Tech M.A.R.E. Center\, and Loudoun County Equine Alliance. \nFor more information\, visit the event page and view the flyer (PDF). \nRegister for Trailer Safety Workshop…
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/horse-trailer-safety-workshop/
LOCATION:Virginia Tech MARE Center\, 5527 Sullivan Road\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220324T163855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T192713Z
UID:20805-1652860800-1652893200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar V3 Core Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Values Veterans V3 Program offers this free virtual employer training event on nationally recognized best practices in recruiting\, hiring and retaining military job seekers and military spouses. Earn Virginia certification as a V3-Certified Employer after your organization learns how military-affiliated job seekers can be the ideal solution to your talent needs! \nEarn free SHRM & HRCI credits \nLearn about the Hire Vets Now internship Program \nShare jobs in the Transition Connection Newsletter \nLearn about opportunities to participate in virtual job fairs and networking events \nLearn about the $10\,000 Veteran Employment Grant
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-v3-core-curriculum-4/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220504T204542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T204542Z
UID:21298-1652875200-1652878800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Dulles SHRM:Mindfulness in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Being caught in the middle\, catering to employees and managers\, can be taxing on your mental\, emotional\, physical\, and spiritual health. Self care is nothing new to HR departments\, yet observing yourself during hard conversations and interactions can be your saving grace in how it will unfold. Whether you’re tasked to defuse a work situation and not take it home with you is easier said than done. However\, with a few mindful and awareness tools that can empower you to embrace your professional and personal life in a balanced holistic union. \nDulles SHRM is pleased to welcome Naranjan Nota\, founder of Bright Shining Light. Ms. Nota will be speaking about Mindfulness in the Workplace. \nDuring this session\, you will learn how to: \n\nIdentify the emotional states you’re faced with from others.\nObserve your own reactions.\nLearn to recognize extreme traits and qualities in self and others.\nInvite an opportunity for balance.\n\nZoom Meeting – Participants will receive link prior to the meeting
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-shrmmindfulness-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220429T193634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T193634Z
UID:21209-1652875200-1652880600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Many entrepreneurs create products or services they can’t sell no matter how hard they work. It doesn’t have to be this way. This webinar will help you build a roadmap you can use to identify your ideal clients and discover a value proposition that will set you above your competition. We’ll also explain how to conduct a competitor analysis. Plus\, we will review different pricing strategies and show the impact of pricing on profits. \nThis webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series\, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25 \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220503T205852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T205852Z
UID:21276-1652878800-1652889600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Military Spouse Employment Summit (Streamed Online)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 6th Annual Military Spouse Employment Summit will celebrate a decade of work building the coalitions\, programs\, and research that help us understand the barriers to meaningful and consistent employment for military spouses. \nThe summit will also preview the future of work for military spouses. Now is the time for employers\, large and small\, to hear the business case for hiring military spouses and fill their talent pipelines with this highly qualified workforce. Employers and communities are essential in creating the environment for military spouses to thrive and succeed in their pursuit of the economic dream—and there’s never been a better time than now to make that dream a reality. \nFinally\, at this year’s event Hiring Our Heroes will present the Hiring Our Heroes Impact Awards in recognition of the many accomplishments of businesses\, community leaders\, and military spouses as they create strong communities that support and provide economic opportunities for military spouses.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/military-spouse-employment-summit-streamed-online/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220504T134041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T134041Z
UID:21280-1652882400-1652886000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Supporting Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing: The Importance of an Individualized Approach
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, participants will hear the results of the “Mental Health in America: A 2022 Workplace Report” produced by the SHRM Foundation. Attendees also will learn about the critical role employers play in addressing mental health in the workplace and how a proactive\, individualized approach\, along with organization-wide programs to create mental health friendly workplaces can lead to a more inclusive and productive work environment for all. Topics will include: \n\nEffective ways to provide individualized supports for employees with mental health conditions\nWays to normalize conversations about mental health between employees and supervisors\nIncorporating individual approaches into accommodations systems\nExamples of effective workplace mental health programs implemented by employers\n\nAttendees will hear from the following business representatives who are using these practices: \n\nToccara Briggs\, ADA Team Manager\, Intel\nLori Golden\, Abilities Strategy Leader\, EY\nWendi Safstrom\, President\, SHRM Foundation
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/supporting-employee-mental-health-and-wellbeing-the-importance-of-an-individualized-approach/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055139
CREATED:20220505T162313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T162313Z
UID:21301-1652882400-1652886000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mastering Complex Geographies on data.census.gov
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, we will show you how to select geographic components like urban and rural\, find which geographies are compatible with a dataset\, and how to use the mapping feature on data.census.gov. You will also learn tips and tricks that will help with the selection of complex geographies like census tracts and block groups\, vintage-based geographies\, angeographies that fall within other geographies.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mastering-complex-geographies-on-data-census-gov/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T055140
CREATED:20220429T194151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T194151Z
UID:21213-1652961600-1652967000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and now you need to get customers to buy it! In this webinar we’ll walk through the most common promotional methods used by entrepreneurs\, including networking\, referrals\, social media\, content marketing\, email marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). We’ll help you decide how you can best reach your targeted customers and show you how to create your next promotional plan.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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