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SUMMARY:Mature Apple Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To register\, email flores69@vt.edu \nOld\, neglected apple trees that haven’t been pruned for several years are often tall\, densely branched\, unproductive\, and may contain a large number of dead branches. \nFruit produced on neglected trees are generally small\, poorly colored with a low sugar content\, and misshaped. Learn how to prune old apple trees with six easy steps.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mature-apple-tree-pruning-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T204832Z
UID:20506-1646740800-1646746200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Knowledge is Power: Facilitating Community Inclusion While Keeping Your Child Safe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation on facilitating community inclusion for your child\, understanding your rights under current disability law\, and practical safety tips for you and your child. \nThe training is presented by Melissa Heifetz\, Founder of Advocacy Partners.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/knowledge-is-power-facilitating-community-inclusion-while-keeping-your-child-safe/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T183000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T204011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T204011Z
UID:20503-1646758800-1646764200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:REGISTER FOR LEADING TEAMS BY STEVE GLADIS
DESCRIPTION:Leading Teams. Much of we thought we knew about teams\, isn’t necessarily so. Current research has surfaced some new insights that lead to great teams. After several years of “researching the researchers” Steve and Kimberly Gladis have found some keen new insights revealing what every leader will want to know and use immediately to build stronger teams\, both in person and virtual. Dr. Steve Gladis will take you through a series of exercises to help you build the best teams possible
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/register-for-leading-teams-by-steve-gladis/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220303T204545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T204545Z
UID:20562-1646827200-1646832600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Building A Better Future Engaging Women in Construction
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs\, Women’s Bureau\, Wage and Hour Department\, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration invite you to an educational and empowerment panel discussion to learn about employment opportunities for Women in the construction industry. \nWednesday\, March 9\, 2022 \n12:00 PM – 1:30PM EST \nVirtual Event \nLearn about career opportunities in construction; \nLearn how to succeed as a woman in construction and other male dominated/majority male industries; \nReceive information on how your job training program can recruit and retain more women; \nGet information about apprenticeship programs and opportunities; and learn about your rights\, protections\, and the resources available to you.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/building-a-better-future-engaging-women-in-construction/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220304T220040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T220040Z
UID:20579-1646906400-1646917200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Customer Sales Associate Open House
DESCRIPTION:Hiring for positions in Loudoun County including One Loudoun\, Ashburn\, Purcellville and Leesburg \nOur Customer Sales Associates are a vital part of the Flagship Carwash experience! Customer Sales Associates are responsible for greeting customers\, accurately ringing in customer sales\, providing excellent customer service\, and maintaining lobby area as well as membership sales. You’ll provide incredible customer service by engaging customers in friendly conversation\, and accurately completing monetary transactions while signing up customers for monthly memberships and generating commissions!! Our Customer Sales Associates leave a lasting impression and transform first-time customers into repeat Flagship customers! \nWe are looking for friendly\, engaging\, people who positively influence the people around them and who will provide a great customer experience.\nIf you’re looking for a fast-paced environment with a great team and even better customers where you can determine your income and also have a career path into other positions including management\, grab the checkered flag and come GROW with us! \nWhat will I do?\n• Engage customers in friendly conversation while making eye contact and smiling\n• Accurately and efficiently explain different services and packages along with completing monetary transactions\n• Proactively offer additional assistance or services and thank the customer for coming to Flagship\n• Assist customers with requests on site and on the phone\n• Demonstrate knowledge of products and services to customers
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/customer-sales-associate-open-house/
LOCATION:Flagship Carwash\, 950 Herndon Pkwy Suite 400\, Herndon\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220226T051512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220226T051512Z
UID:20479-1646913600-1646917200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Free Event:  Why Cloud?  The Talent You Need for Transformation (presented by UVA SCPS Northern Virginia)
DESCRIPTION:Why Cloud? The global cloud computing market is growing quickly and exponentially. According to LinkedIn\, cloud computing is the #1 complex skill companies need most. Join UVA SCPS at a virtual thought leader event on March 10th to be a part of the conversation. \nhttps://www.scps.virginia.edu/why-cloud
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/free-event-why-cloud-the-talent-you-need-for-transformation-presented-by-uva-scps-northern-virginia/
LOCATION:Online\, Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies":MAILTO:ls3k@virginia.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T211211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T211211Z
UID:20519-1646913600-1646919000@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.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-8/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T211443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T211443Z
UID:20521-1647000000-1647005400@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-8/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T132724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T135616Z
UID:20685-1647360000-1647363600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook: Water (EPA)
DESCRIPTION:White House Infrastructure School: Law Guidebook & Webinar Series\nLast month\, following the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law in November\, the White House released an infrastructure law guidebook. The guidebook is meant to provide information to American communities\, so they know what to apply for\, who to contact\, and how to get ready to rebuild. \nThis guidebook is a roadmap to the funding available under the law\, as well as an explanatory document that shows direct federal spending at the program level. \nContinuous updates can be found online at www.build.gov. \nTo help partners better understand the programs within the guidebook\, the White House also launched its Infrastructure School\, a series twelve webinars to provide an in-depth look at the programs contained within each of the twelve major chapters in the Infrastructure Law guidebook.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-guidebook-water-epa/
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T211651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T211651Z
UID:20523-1647432000-1647437400@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-8/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220311T164339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T164339Z
UID:20661-1647511200-1647514800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Mapping Your Cyber Career
DESCRIPTION:The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leads the national effort to understand\, manage\, and reduce risk to our cyber and physical infrastructure. CISA works with partners to defend against today’s threats and collaborates to build a more secure and resilient infrastructure for the future. Training is essential to preparing the cybersecurity workforce of tomorrow\, and for keeping current cybersecurity workers up-to-date on skills and evolving threats. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is committed to providing access to cybersecurity training and workforce development resources to develop a more cyber resilient and capable nation. \n  \nIn this webinar\, CISA’s Partnership and Engagement Liaison\, Nancy Limauro\, will detail how participants can map their cybersecurity careers CISA resources like the Cybersecurity Workforce Training Guide\, Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE)\, and the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS). Any participant\, regardless of cybersecurity experience or knowledge\, is welcome!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mapping-your-cyber-career/
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T212029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T212029Z
UID:20525-1647518400-1647523800@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-8/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T133757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T135246Z
UID:20691-1647532800-1647536400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook: Resilience (USDA\, DOI\, FEMA)
DESCRIPTION:White House Infrastructure School: Law Guidebook & Webinar Series\nLast month\, following the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law in November\, the White House released an infrastructure law guidebook. The guidebook is meant to provide information to American communities\, so they know what to apply for\, who to contact\, and how to get ready to rebuild. \nThis guidebook is a roadmap to the funding available under the law\, as well as an explanatory document that shows direct federal spending at the program level. \nContinuous updates can be found online at www.build.gov. \nTo help partners better understand the programs within the guidebook\, the White House also launched its Infrastructure School\, a series twelve webinars to provide an in-depth look at the programs contained within each of the twelve major chapters in the Infrastructure Law guidebook.  r
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-guidebook-resilience-usda-doi-fema/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220310T172528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T140448Z
UID:20614-1647536400-1647543600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:PRCS Hiring Event - Dulles South Recreation and Community Center (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join the PRCS team and make a difference! With competitive pay\, exciting opportunities\, benefits and a diverse workforce you can add to the community! \nPositions available\, After School CASA Aide\, Camp Leader\, Head Lifeguard\, Preschool Teacher\, Water Safety Coordinator\, After School Specialist\, Childcare Supervisor\, Maintenance Technician\, Seasonal Assistant Park Manager\, Recreation Programmer and many more! Visit www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more details and to complete an employment application. \nFor a full list of the outstanding benefits available please click copy and paste the link below:\nhttps://www.loudoun.gov/5010/Employee-Benefits \nPlease sure to register\, and include your resume. For additional consideration\, please be sure to complete an employment application for PRCS before the event. Visit www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more information. \nAuxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Workforce Resource Center services\, please contact the Center at 703-777-0150. Three business days advance notice is requested.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/prcs-hiring-event-dulles-south-recreation-and-community-center/
LOCATION:Dulles South Recreation and Community Center\, 24950 Riding Center\, South Riding\, VA\, 20152
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220311T140346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T140346Z
UID:20642-1647687600-1647694800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun County PRCS Hiring Event - Lucketts Community Center (In-Person Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join the PRCS team and make a difference! With competitive pay\, exciting opportunities\, benefits and a diverse workforce you can add to the community! \nPositions available\, After School CASA Aide\, Camp Leader\, Head Lifeguard\, Preschool Teacher\, Water Safety Coordinator\, After School Specialist\, Childcare Supervisor\, Maintenance Technician\, Seasonal Assistant Park Manager\, Recreation Programmer and many more! Visit www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more details and to complete an employment application. \nFor a full list of the outstanding benefits available please click copy and paste the link below:\nhttps://www.loudoun.gov/5010/Employee-Benefits \nPlease sure to register\, and include your resume. For additional consideration\, please be sure to complete an employment application for PRCS before the event. Visit www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more information. \nAuxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Workforce Resource Center services\, please contact the Center at 703-777-0150. Three business days advance notice is requested.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-prcs-hiring-event-lucketts-community-center-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Lucketts Community Center\, 42361 Lucketts Rd\, Lucketts\, Virginia\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220311T141621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T141621Z
UID:20647-1647946800-1647954000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:United Airlines Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a career with United Airlines? Register today to have a opportunity to meet the recruitment team virtually! \nUnited Airlines is actively hiring for Ramp Agents and is offering a $10\,000 signing bonus! \nFor more information on this employment opportunity and others\, please visit our career page: www.united.com/careers for more information \nAuxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Workforce Resource Center services\, please contact the Center at 703-777-0150. Three business days advance notice is requested.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/united-airlines-virtual-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T152824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T152824Z
UID:20701-1647957600-1647961200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Ag Day 2022: Expected Market Trends for Farmers’ Markets\, Farm Stores\, and Local Food
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 22\, 2022 for a virtual workshop “Expected Market Trends for Farmers’ Markets\, Farm Stores\, and Local Food” presented by Rose Jeter\, Instructor\, Agricultural Technology Program at Virginia Tech. This virtual workshop is a part of our Ag Day 2022 Series. \nDuring this virtual workshop you’ll learn: \n– What is a market analysis and why do I need one? \n– How to find market size\, potential\, and trends \n– Overview of current trends in local and regional food systems \nWho should attend: Owners of Small Business who are Producers\, Growers\, Farmers Market Managers and Vendors\, Manufacturers\, Retailers in the Agriculture Industry \nSpeaker: Rose Jeter\, Instructor\, Agricultural Technology Program at Virginia Tech. \nPre-registration is required.\nA confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ag-day-2022-expected-market-trends-for-farmers-markets-farm-stores-and-local-food/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220321T152717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T152717Z
UID:20761-1647961200-1647964800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Interns\, Apprentices\, Upskilling: Creatively Filling Your Talent Pipeline
DESCRIPTION:With over 140\,000 open jobs across Northern Virginia and recruiting challenges continuing to grow\, creatively filling your talent pipeline is more critical than ever. \nJoin the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) in partnership with the Northern Virginia Technology Council\, Filling the Tech Talent Gap Community as we unpack the benefits of hiring interns\, building apprenticeships\, and upskilling existing employees. Hear a best-practice use case from Accenture\, which committed to hiring 20 percent of its entry-level employees through apprenticeships. And\, our expert panelists will provide valuable insights\, unlock new thinking\, and deliver actionable strategies. \nKey takeaways for HR\, workforce development and C-suite leaders include hiring resources\, funding sources and upcoming fairs where the talent is delivered to you for screening and interviews. Register Today!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/interns-apprentices-upskilling-creatively-filling-your-talent-pipeline/
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T173307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T173307Z
UID:20707-1647963000-1647966600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Ag Day 2022  Expected Market Trends for Farmers’ Markets\,  Farm Stores\, and Local Food
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 22\, 2022 as we celebrate Ag Day 2022 for a virtual workshop “Are you Market Ready? Tips and Best Practices for Producers to Sell to Consumers at Farmers Markets” presented by Dr. Theresa Nartea\, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist-Marketing & Agribusiness. Dr. Nartea will share fresh tips and practices that will excite your customers during the 2022 Farmers Market season. \nDuring this virtual workshop participants will: \n– Increase their knowledge of effective\, attractive and safe product display at a farmers market \n– Increase awareness of consumer preferences in purchasing direct to consumer \n– Increase confidence in creating a farmers market display that enhances product value to the end consumer \nWho should attend: Owners of Small Business who are Producers\, Growers who are exploring being a vendor at Farmers Market(s)\, and Current Farmers Market Vendors \nDate: Tuesday\, March 22 \nTime: 3:30 – 4:30 PM \nSpeaker: Dr. Theresa Nartea\, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist-Marketing & Agribusiness \nPre-registration is required. \nA confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration \nPre-registration is required.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ag-day-2022-expected-market-trends-for-farmers-markets-farm-stores-and-local-food-2/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T134909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T134909Z
UID:20694-1647964800-1647968400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook: Environmental Remediation (DOI)
DESCRIPTION:White House Infrastructure School: Law Guidebook & Webinar Series\nLast month\, following the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law in November\, the White House released an infrastructure law guidebook. The guidebook is meant to provide information to American communities\, so they know what to apply for\, who to contact\, and how to get ready to rebuild. \nThis guidebook is a roadmap to the funding available under the law\, as well as an explanatory document that shows direct federal spending at the program level. \nContinuous updates can be found online at www.build.gov. \nTo help partners better understand the programs within the guidebook\, the White House also launched its Infrastructure School\, a series twelve webinars to provide an in-depth look at the programs contained within each of the twelve major chapters in the Infrastructure Law guidebook.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-guidebook-environmental-remediation-doi/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T174936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T193736Z
UID:20710-1647968400-1647972000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Ag Day 2022: Facilitating Value Chain Connections: Managing Near Term Demands for Long Term Gains
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 22\, 2022 as we celebrate Ag Day 2022 for a virtual workshop\, with guest presenter French Price\, Value Chain Coordinator with Virginia Cooperative Extension. French will share an explanation of the local food value chain and how transparency\, trust and relationship building can help your business capture greater profits in the local foods market. \nIf you are wanting to understand your business’ role in the food system\, consider attending: “Facilitating Value Chain Connections: Managing Near Term Demands for Long Term Gains” \nDuring this virtual workshop you’ll increase your: \n– Knowledge of food value chains and community food systems \n– Awareness of ways to add value to their products and services \n– Confidence in differentiating their product through storytelling \nWho should attend: Owners of Small Business who are Producers\, Growers\, Farmers Market Managers and Vendors\, Manufacturers\, Retailers in the Agriculture Industry \nPresenter: French Price\, Value Chain Coordinator with Virginia Cooperative Extension \nDate: Tuesday\, March 22 \nTime: 5:00 – 6:00 PM \nPre-registration is required.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/ag-day-2022-facilitating-value-chain-connections-managing-near-term-demands-for-long-term-gains/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220311T150548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T150548Z
UID:20650-1648029600-1648040400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Meet The Employers Event (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Please virtually attend to meet with Manpower\, United Airlines and Road Runner Wrecker Services about the latest career opportunities all these organizations have available for job seekers! \nScroll below for more information on this event and what to expect. \nBe sure to upload your resume and complete your candidate profile in Talent Space to share with all three employers your professional experience. \nAuxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Workforce Resource Center services\, please contact the Center at 703-777-0150. Three business days advance notice is requested.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/meet-the-employers-event-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220227T212709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220227T212709Z
UID:20527-1648123200-1648128600@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-6/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220315T141021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T141021Z
UID:20698-1648137600-1648141200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Guidebook: Broadband
DESCRIPTION:White House Infrastructure School: Law Guidebook & Webinar Series\nLast month\, following the signing of the bipartisan infrastructure law in November\, the White House released an infrastructure law guidebook. The guidebook is meant to provide information to American communities\, so they know what to apply for\, who to contact\, and how to get ready to rebuild. \nThis guidebook is a roadmap to the funding available under the law\, as well as an explanatory document that shows direct federal spending at the program level. \nContinuous updates can be found online at www.build.gov. \nTo help partners better understand the programs within the guidebook\, the White House also launched its Infrastructure School\, a series twelve webinars to provide an in-depth look at the programs contained within each of the twelve major chapters in the Infrastructure Law guidebook.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-guidebook-broadband/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220113T020609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T020609Z
UID:20341-1648137600-1648148400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Women in Technology Spring 2022 Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Women in Technology is excited to be back in-person for our Spring Job Fair on Thursday\, March 24\, 2022 in Tysons Corner\, VA. This Job Fair brings technology and business professionals of all levels together with top organizations in the DC Metro area looking to fill a wide variety of roles including STEM-based fields. \nBoth women and men are encouraged to attend and meet recruiters and hiring managers actively seeking candidates for positions. Exhibitors of all types – small\, medium\, large; public\, private – can use this event to fill urgent\, pipeline\, and hot jobs. \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 and table availability.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/women-in-technology-spring-2022-job-fair/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner\, 7901 Tysons One Place\, Tysons\, VA\, 22102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220223T203409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T203409Z
UID:20447-1648485000-1648490400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virtual Meet the Company: NRECA
DESCRIPTION:The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA)\, with offices in Arlington\, VA and Lincoln\, NE is the trade association for over 900 consumer-owned electric cooperatives serving more than 42 million people. NRECA is committed to harnessing the strength of America’s electric cooperatives into a single powerful voice. NRECA has won the following awards over the past few years: \n\nTop Workplace by the Washington Post\n100 Best Places to Work – ComputerWorld Magazine\n50 Best Places to Work – The Washingtonian\nCARE Award Recipient – Recognizing organizations that promote a positive work-life balance\nBest Place to Work Award Recipient – Lincoln\, NE\nGold Well Workplace – Wellness Councils of America\nState of NE Governor’s Wellness Award – Grower Level.\n\nAt NRECA\, we work with people who are leaders in their fields. They are down-to-earth\, hardworking professionals committed to helping our members serve their communities. Our work is interesting\, constantly evolving\, and requires new skills to meet the evolving needs of a dynamic industry. In this collegial\, inclusive work environment\, united around the compelling purpose and history of electric cooperatives\, we thrive. And topping it off\, NRECA cares about each person’s overall well-being\, encouraging health\, financial security\, and a sustainable work/life balance.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-meet-the-company-nreca/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220329T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220310T200512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T200512Z
UID:20622-1648553400-1648573200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Women's Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Women’s History Month\, SBA’s Office of Women’s Business Ownership and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center invite you to participate in the 2022 Women’s Business Summit. \nPlease join us for power-packed panels\, inspirational fireside chats\, and ‘Ask an Expert’ workshops to help you build\, scale\, and grow your business. \nPlease note the Summit’s fireside chats\, keynotes\, panels\, and Ask an Expert sessions will take place virtually from March 29 – 30\, 2022. \nWe will regularly update the event page and registrants’ virtual attendee pages with speaker announcements and the schedule as we get closer to the event. \nWe look forward to engaging with you throughout the Summit!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/womens-business-summit/2022-03-29/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220322T184419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T185726Z
UID:20783-1648627200-1648654200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Investing in Rural America (In-Person and Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to host our third Investing in Rural America Conference\, a one-day event featuring national experts and local leaders on the forefront of rural economic and workforce development initiatives. This year’s conference will feature panels and speakers discussing workforce development\, locally-driven economic development\, rural development hubs\, early care and education\, workforce housing\, and demographic changes in rural America. \nTo make participation in this year’s conference easily accessible to all\, we’re offering both in-person and virtual attendance options. In-person attendees will join us at the Grandover Conference Center in Greensboro\, N.C.\, while virtual attendees will engage with the conference through our virtual conference platform. Space is limited for in-person attendance\, so we recommend registering early to save your spot. \nThe Investing in Rural America conference is free and open to all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in joining us? Click the button below to register now. Registration is free and open through March 23.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/investing-in-rural-america-in-person-and-virtual/
LOCATION:The Grandover Conference Center\, 1000 Club Rd\, Greensboro\,\, NC\, 27407\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220304T193159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T193159Z
UID:20570-1648827000-1648832400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Worker Protection Standard Training Hybrid and in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 1st\, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. \nThis is an annual pesticide safety training for workers and is required by EPA. It aims to reduce pesticide poisonings and injuries among agricultural workers and pesticide handlers. \nViernes\, 1ro de Abril De 3:00 p.m. a 5 p.m. \nWinchester Agriculture Research & Extension Center 595 Laurel Grove Rd\, Winchester\, VA 22602\nPresione aquí para registrarse\nó envíe un correo electrónico a flores69@vt.edu\nEste es un entrenamiento de pesticidas requerido anualmente por la EPA. Tiene como objetivo reducir el envenenamiento y daño por pesticidas en los trabajadores agrícolas y manipuladores de pesticidas.\n*Si usted tiene trabajadores que manipulan pesticidas y no están certificados\, ellos necesitarán el entrenamiento para manipuladores.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/worker-protection-standard-training-hybrid-and-in-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192422
CREATED:20220311T135615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T135615Z
UID:20632-1648900800-1648911600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:DC Prime Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \nMark your calendars for Saturday\, April 2nd.  DC Prime is holding a Job Fair from Noon to 3pm. \nWe are looking for Hosts\, Server Assistants\, Line Cooks and Dishwashers. \nJoin us:  Complete an application and talk with a manager. \nWe are very excited to meet everyone and find some amazing talent! \nLocation:   DC Prime  20120 Lakeview Center Plaza\, Ashburn\, VA 20147 \nQuestions\, please call:  703-840-2099
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dc-prime-job-fair/
LOCATION:DC Prime\, 20120 Lakeview Center Plaza\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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