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SUMMARY:Employer Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:“Lunch and Learn”s via Zoom to discuss recruitment strategies for GMU Students\, information about the student population\, and share the Signature Events we have planned for the Spring.  These lunches and learns will be geared toward my industries which are media\, art design\, communication\, sports &recreation\, and hospitality and tourism.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/employer-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T202329Z
UID:20176-1639486800-1639492200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Closing Out the Books and Prepare for 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join this GWHCC webinar and learn all about:\n– Year end tax planning\n– 2021 tax benefits\n– Audit readiness\n– Financial reporting\n– Bookkeeping tips \nDecember 14\, 2021\n1:00 pm – 2:15 pm \nWith live sign language & Spanish translation \nDISCLAIMER: Cosponsorship Authorization # 21-0353-05. SBA’s participation in this Cosponsored Activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services of any Cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/closing-out-the-books-and-prepare-for-2022/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211123T221738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T221738Z
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SUMMARY:Building for Scale: GO Virginia’s Investments in Scientific Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our second of three webinars Building for Scale: GO Virginia’s Investments in Scientific Innovation\, on Thursday\, December 9\, from 1-1:30.  You will learn about projects that GO Virginia funds and how to apply.  There will be panelists sharing their experiences representing currently funded infrastructure and scientific innovation projects including: \n\nAmy Adams – VA Bio-Connect\nJack Bidlack – NOVA Fab Lab\nAustin Haynes – Virginia Bioscience Center
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/building-for-scale-go-virginias-investments-in-scientific-innovation/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211123T214954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T214954Z
UID:20059-1638529200-1638536400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:DRONE IMMERSION COURSE REGISTRATION
DESCRIPTION:Based on many requests\, Xelevate is so excited to now offer an Introductory Drone Immersion class for anyone who is interested in learning about drones through a hands on flight training! Next class run is Friday\, December 3rd\, 2021 from 11am-1pm!* \nLearn about basic: \n\nFAA regulations\nHow to fly a drone\nAirspace brief\nWeather guidelines\nLift and Aerodynamics\nHow to become a FAA Certified Drone Pilot\n\n**Must be at least 15 years old\, all minors must have a legal guardian accompanying them** \n*Class limited to first 50 registrants.  Weather pending\, rain date will be provided if needed.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/drone-immersion-course-registration/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20210924T132515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T132551Z
UID:19475-1638284400-1638291600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virtual Employer Lobbies-Business
DESCRIPTION:Share information about your organization or specific openings for jobs and internships. Virtual Employer Lobbies are hosted through Zoom breakout rooms set up by NOVA. Each organization in attendance will be assigned their own virtual breakout room\, which students will visit throughout the event. Participation is free for registered Career Connection employers. \nThis lobby is open to employers with opportunities relating to NOVA’s Business academic pathway\, which includes Accounting\, Business\, and Marketing. View a full list of NOVA’s Business programs here
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-employer-lobbies-buisness/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T223509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T223509Z
UID:19876-1637330400-1637334000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Tech Apprenticeships: A Turnkey Solution to Address the War on Tech Talent
DESCRIPTION:f you’re an Employer in the Tech space and are interested in learning how to address the war on tech talent\, you’ve come to the right place! \nSince the pandemic\, organizations with large budgets are driving up wages\, paying more for tech workers and qualified candidates everywhere. Therefore\, small-medium size businesses are up against wage inflation\, talent squeeze and an overall competitive hiring market for most in-demand tech talent. \nAppteon\, TWC and New Apprenticeship will be providing turnkey solutions for hiring the best candidates during today’s competitive job market. You don’t want to miss this informative Webinar\, register for free today!!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/tech-apprenticeships-a-turnkey-solution-to-address-the-war-on-tech-talent/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T205729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T205729Z
UID:19814-1637323200-1637328600@biz.loudoun.gov
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. \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/developing-financial-projections-for-your-new-small-business-4/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20210825T143047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T143047Z
UID:19168-1637262000-1637265600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:American Public University Free Webinar: Navigating Finance for Continuing Education
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about how to pay for school? Join us for a discussion on planning tips and types of financing.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/american-public-university-free-webinar-navigating-finance-for-continuing-education/
LOCATION:Online\, Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Public University":MAILTO:anicholson@apus.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T222856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T222856Z
UID:19874-1637240400-1637244000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:If There Were No Barriers... Connecting the Dots to an Accessible Apprenticeship Program
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to learn from and chat with experts in the field of universal design\, who also serve as champions for those with disabilities. Utilizing hands-on experience\, empathy\, and expertise to build advocacy\, ignite passion\, forge relations\, and join forces\, the session presenters are making a difference in the lives of others\, who simply need to be heard\, believed\, and given a chance to succeed!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/if-there-were-no-barriers-connecting-the-dots-to-an-accessible-apprenticeship-program/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T204304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T204304Z
UID:19812-1637236800-1637242200@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. \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \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/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T194130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T194130Z
UID:19854-1637229600-1637251200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:USDOL to Review Federal Labor Laws in Webinar
DESCRIPTION:If you are a new agricultural employer or you have questions about federal laws covering agricultural employment USDOL is offering a live webinar on November 18th.  This one-day\, multi-session program by USDOL Wage and Hour Staff and hosted by the Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Team covers the key federal labor programs that agricultural employers need to understand. This webinar will not be recorded\, but handouts and fact sheets from the meeting will be available. \nThe program will cover Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA)\, Child Labor Laws as they pertain to agriculture\, Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Workers Protection Act\, OSHA Field Sanitation and H2A. \nAGENDA \n\nSession1   (10:00am to 11:30am) Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) and Child Labor Laws as they pertain to Agriculture.\nBREAK      (11:30am to 12:30pm)\nSession 2  (12:30pm to 2:15pm)  Migrant and Seasonal Workers Protection Act and OSHA Field Sanitation\nSession 3   (2:15pm to 4:00pm)  H2A\n\nThe program is free\, to register and receive the link to the webinar go to Webinar Registration Link.  For more information contact Liz Higgins (emh56@cornell.edu)
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/usdol-to-review-federal-labor-laws-in-webinar/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T221931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T221931Z
UID:19871-1637154000-1637157600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:MINDSHIFT: From Educator to Apprenticeship Sponsor
DESCRIPTION:Educational Institutions are increasingly taking the plunge to become sponsors of regional registered apprenticeship programs but the learning curve is steep. Gain valuable\, time-saving insights from Dawnn Moore from Central NM Community College that in 2015 launched a statewide IT apprenticeship program. You will learn the mindset needed to ingrate an apprenticeship program in a formal higher education setting\, the challenge of inflexible schedules\, how to build a more diverse student body through work-based learning\, and much more. Join us for this highly informative webinar if you are currently an education sponsor or considering whether or not to take the plunge into becoming an apprenticeship sponsor.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mindshift-from-educator-to-apprenticeship-sponsor/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T203644Z
UID:19810-1637150400-1637155800@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
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T181241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T181241Z
UID:19798-1637143200-1637150400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Hiring Our Heroes: America’s best kept talent pipeline secret – Military spouses!
DESCRIPTION:Are you having trouble getting organized\, reliable and knowledgeable candidates\, willing to work\, for your open jobs?  Did you know that Military spouses are looking for jobs?  Are your recruiters and hiring teams having difficulty deciphering a military spouse resume?  Do you want to meet military spouses of active duty servicemembers\, veterans\, National Guard and reserves and hear their qualifications from THEM?  Do you want to understand how the spouse of a caregiver can be a great employee? \nIf you said yes to any of those questions\, please accept our invitation to attend a webinar presented by the Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone of Northern Virginia.  MSEEZ will host this webinar\, with our moderator – Rosemary Freitas Williams – former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy and current specialist executive with Deloitte.  She and the military spouses we have invited to speak to and with you will be able to answer so many of your questions! \nWe are inviting the HR departments – all of the department including your admin staff\, your junior associates and your recruiters to an hour with military spouses\, to learn about the unknown and best kept secret pipeline of employees willing to work\, the organized\, responsible\, knowledgeable and ready to work military spouses.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hiring-our-heroes-americas-best-kept-talent-pipeline-secret-military-spouses/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211019T134617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T134617Z
UID:19739-1637085600-1637092800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:DHS is Hiring: Veterans
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Homeland Security is seeking hundreds of qualified individuals to fill critical positions in cybersecurity\, information technology\, intelligence analysis\, law enforcement\, transportation security\, and emergency management. We will also be filling other critical positions in business operations\, mission support\, and many more. \n  \nAs part of our hiring efforts\, we are hosting a series of webinars to provide information on the Department’s mission\, career opportunities\, special hiring authorities\, effective resume writing\, and how to create a profile on USAJOBS. \n  \nAll webinars are open to the public. Please share this information with friends\, family\, and anyone interested in a rewarding career in public service.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dhs-is-hiring-veterans/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T193205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T193205Z
UID:19851-1637078400-1637083800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:LEGAL UPDATE - VIRGINIA MARIJUANA LAWS AND THE WORKPLACE
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Matthew Nieman discusses the hiring\, drug testing and workplace safety implications of a new law in Virginia loosening restrictions on marijuana possession in “New marijuana law in Virginia means some employers may change their drug testing policy
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/legal-update-virginia-marijuana-laws-and-the-workplace/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T220925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T220925Z
UID:19867-1637071200-1637074800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Equalizing Disparities and Bridging the Degree Gap
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship is not an alternative to higher education\,” said Brent Parton\, deputy director of the Center on Education and Skills with the Education Policy program at New America. “It’s an alternative way through higher education.” \n  \nAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics\, Information-security and engineering jobs are expected to grow by nearly a third between 2020 and the end of this decade. Attend this webinar to learn how NPower\, a key player in solving two fundamental challenges facing nearly every industry and government agency: a severe skills shortage and a lack of diversity in tech hiring\, is equalizing educational disparities\, bridging the gap for non -degreed job-seekers\, and meeting employer demands by helping students identify and apply current skills\, gain specific knowledge\, and earn certifications that are relevant to the growing IT market.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/equalizing-disparities-and-bridging-the-degree-gap/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T215217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T215217Z
UID:19863-1636984800-1636988400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Learn How to Setup Your Registered Apprenticeship Program\, Hassle Free!
DESCRIPTION:Setting up your RAP should be simple and hassle free! \nJoin Appteon and CyberUp for an informative fireside chat to kick off National Apprenticeship Week. Appteon and CyberUp will walk you through the simple steps of setting up your RAP today! \nHost: \nAppteon\, Inc. \nDanny Funderburk \nMarketing and Business Development Specialist \n  \nCyberUp \nTony Bryan \nExecutive Director
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/learn-how-to-setup-your-registered-apprenticeship-program-hassle-free/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T202754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T202754Z
UID:19807-1636718400-1636723800@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-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211105T204451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T204451Z
UID:19838-1636567200-1636574400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:NOVAIET Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Northern Virginia Community College’s (NOVA) Information and Engineering Technology (IET) Division is inviting you to our IET Speaker Series. This month\, the IET Speaker Series will be featuring AWS Solutions Architect\, Dolica Gopisetty. \nDolica is a Solutions Architect at AWS in the Public Sector team and works specifically with customers in Higher Education. She helps them achieve their business objectives by hosting their mission-critical applications in the AWS cloud. Dolica pursued her Bachelor’s of Science in Information Technology (IT) at George Mason University near Washington D.C. and is an activist for the tech community as well as a cloud enthusiast. Alongside this\, she will be launching her podcast\, where she will unfold stories of individuals who have turned their passion into their careers. \nJoin us in our fourth installment of the IET Speaker Series on Wednesday\, November 10\, 2021\, 6 PM EST as Dolica provides a brief introduction to Cloud Computing\, discusses her personal journey to becoming a Solutions Architect\, and shares tips on how to navigate your career.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/novaiet-speaker-series/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211105T205638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T205638Z
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SUMMARY:Women in IET & Computer Science Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our third and final Women in IET and Computer Science Coffee Chat of the semester. In this virtual session\, we will feature a panel of women in IT to discuss their personal journeys into IT\, how taking the initiative to learn has helped them advance in their career and how they have built their own personal toolkit to help them persevere in the face of adversity.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/women-in-iet-computer-science-coffee-chat/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211109T195204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T195204Z
UID:19859-1636552800-1636556400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Transitioning From Military to Civilian Employment
DESCRIPTION:Appteon’s Wes Smith\, Director of Workforce Development\, is a Veteran who has personal experience from with transitioning from the Military to Civilian employment. \nSmoothstack’s\, Martha Laughman\, Workforce Development + Veterans Programs and Kate Gorecki\, Program Manager\, both are subject matter experts in all things #Apprenticeship #Veterans and #Workforce Development. \nCome to this workshop\, roll up your sleeves and and learn everything you need to know about transitioning from the Military to Civilian Employment from these experts\, you don’t want to miss out!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/transitioning-from-military-to-civilian-employment/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T191653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T191653Z
UID:19805-1636545600-1636551000@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-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211103T192705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T205738Z
UID:19822-1636192800-1636218000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Agricultural Technology Fall 2021 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about the 2-year Associates of Agriculture degree program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences? If so\, join us on Saturday\, November 6\, 2021 for a day full of activities that highlight all that Virginia Tech and the Agricultural Technology program have to offer you. \nRegistered participants will be able to attend: \n\nAgricultural Technology overview session: Presentations highlighting the program’s Associate of  Agriculture degree and the two different options\, Applied Agriculture Management and Landscape and Turf Management\, as well as student community programs and services.\nAlumni Panel:  You will be able to hear how a panel of alumni from the program have used their degree. See first-hand how the Agricultural Technology Program has impacted their lives.\nHokie Chats: You will have a unique opportunity to meet faculty\, program administrators\, and current students.  Representatives from the program will be available to answer questions and engage in conversation.\nOption Tours: Get a first-hand look at the technology and resources available to students in classes\, many of which are held outside.\nApply to  Agricultural Technology: Admissions Information Sessions that lay out the admissions process and explain specific Agricultural Technology requirements.\n\nPotential students\, parents\, high school teachers and advisors are all invited and encouraged to attend.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/agricultural-technology-fall-2021-open-house/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20210910T215017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T215017Z
UID:19326-1636038000-1636048800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:The Women in Technology Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Our Virtual Job Fair connects you in real time with recruiters from top organizations in the Washington D.C. Metro area\, who are looking to hire top talent for a wide variety of roles\, including STEM-based fields. \nTaking place completely online\, the virtual career fair allows you to explore career opportunities available to you in all areas of the field\, engage directly with employers online via dynamic one-on-one text\, audio\, or video chats in each booth\, and make new connections and broaden your network directly from your home or office via desktop\, laptop\, tablet or smartphone. \nThis is a free event for job seekers. Advanced registration is strongly encouraged to allow exhibitors to view your resume in advance. Exhibitors should take advantage of the Early Bird pricing for the best value. \nRegister as a Jobseeker:https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/women-in-tech/e/ODdowFL \nRegister as an Exhibitor:https://wit.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mcform&view=ngforms&id=2095880#/ \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-women-in-technology-virtual-job-fair/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T185432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T185432Z
UID:19800-1636034400-1636038000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Benefits of Becoming an Employment Network (EN) for Workforce Systems Series - Part I
DESCRIPTION:As part of a continued effort to increase awareness of Employment Networks (ENs)\, the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) are holding a two-part webinar series. This new series will target workforce systems\, partnerships/alliances and consortia of organizations and administrators. It will also assist state and local area workforce leadership with applying to become an EN\, as well as highlighting the benefits to the publicly-funded workforce system. \n\nDESCRIPTION\n\nThis new series of webinars will highlight the benefits of state and local area workforce leadership connecting to and becoming ENs using various well-established models. This webinar will provide a brief description and an overview of the newest resource tool\, Ticket to Work: Operating a Workforce EN Planning Guide and Workbook (which includes a desk aid for front line staff). There will be speakers who are ENs that will provide best practices and learned lessons.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/benefits-of-becoming-an-employment-network-en-for-workforce-systems-series-part-i/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211021T133731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T133731Z
UID:19759-1636030800-1636041600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Veteran & Military Virtual Career Day
DESCRIPTION:Are you a veteran\, transitioning military\, or a military spouse looking to transition into a new job or shift your career? Interview November 4 at Veteran & Military Virtual Career Day with almost 60 leading companies and organizations in Northern Virginia collectively hiring for more than 7\,000 open positions across industry sectors ranging from IT to healthcare.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/veteran-military-virtual-career-day/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T103000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20211028T175732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T175732Z
UID:19796-1635930000-1635935400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Life Science Across the Globe: Connectomes
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, Life Science Across the Globe highlights scientific and societal topics of global importance\, allowing you to meet some of the world’s most creative scientists and scholars\, and to appreciate that science is a shared global effort.\nThese virtual meetings will feature seminars and panel discussions about research and global scientific culture from speakers around the world. They will be open to everyone in the scientific community and will stimulate lively discussion.\nEach event will also be recorded and available on the Janelia YouTube Channel.\nAll talks are 9:00-10:30 a.m. ET time\nClick here to watch | Zoom Webinar Information    ID: 958 5951 7201     Passcode: 489171
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/life-science-across-the-globe-connectomes/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20210825T143220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T143220Z
UID:19166-1635879600-1635883200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:American Public University Free Webinar: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Join APUS faculty member Dr. Wanda Curlee for a discussion on how to  use AI to add value as an employee.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/american-public-university-free-webinar-artificial-intelligence-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online\, Online
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Public University":MAILTO:anicholson@apus.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211101T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T122918
CREATED:20210924T152232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T171327Z
UID:19479-1635753600-1635780600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Elevate Loudoun Student Conference and Computer Science Internship Fair
DESCRIPTION:LCPS Partner is pleased to invite you to the Elevate Loudoun Student Conference and Computer Science Internship Fair on November 1\, 2021\, from 8:00 am – 3:30 p.m. This event will feature a series of resume workshops\, career cluster series sessions\, as well as a Computer Science Internship Fair for high school students. \nWe need your expertise in building Loudoun’s future workforce!  We are currently seeking a variety of industry professionals to volunteer their time to lead workshops at this event. \nSpecifically\, we need professionals to: \n\nProvide student feedback and advice on resume writing for specific careers\,\nSpeak about personal career experiences and provide overview to their industry\, and\nShare upcoming high school computer science internship opportunities\n\nEvent will be an all-day virtual event.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/elevate-loudoun-student-conference-and-computer-science-internship-fair/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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