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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-16/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T151923Z
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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. \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-11/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230430T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T200657Z
UID:23781-1701244800-1701273600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Innovation Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun County is home to an entrepreneurial environment that encourages and nurtures innovative concepts by established businesses and startups throughout all stages of the business cycle. To offer a clear financial pathway to getting new ideas off the ground\, the Loudoun County Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Loudoun Economic Development Department developed the Innovation Challenge\, an annual pitch competition that offers $150\,000 in total prize money for entrepreneurs to take their business to the next level. \nThis year is the fourth annual Innovation Challenge\, and we have an incredibly strong mix of applicants who are pioneering new initiatives and investing heavily in Loudoun County as an area that offers high growth opportunities through unique infrastructure\, a talented workforce\, and abundant natural resources. An impressive list of over 60 highly qualified applications have been narrowed to a group of twelve finalists. \n\nRegister for the in-person event here <<<\nLearn more about the Innovation Challenge here <<<\nVote for the People’s Choice Winner here <<<
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/innovation-challenge/
LOCATION:River Creek Club\, 43800 Olympic Blvd\, Leesburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230629T201026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T171430Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-8/
LOCATION:Purcellville Public Library\, 220 East Main Street\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231128T134728Z
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SUMMARY:Military Recruiting: Transform Your Organization From Military-Friendly to Military-Ready With Indeed
DESCRIPTION:More than 60% of military job seekers are currently employed and looking for new jobs and 45% are looking for work with critical or high urgency. Are you getting in front of these active job seekers with the right messaging? Join Indeed for thoughtful tactics to recruit and retain today’s top military talent. During this webinar\, Indeed will cover: \nToday’s military recruiting landscape\nA deep dive into military talent job search behavior and preferences\nActionable steps taking your brand from military-friendly to military-ready\nHow Indeed for Military can help\nLive Q&A
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/military-recruiting-transform-your-organization-from-military-friendly-to-military-ready-with-indeed/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231103T185809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T200952Z
UID:25083-1701360000-1701367200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:NOVA VetNet: Meaningful Veteran Employment
DESCRIPTION:Our November meeting will focus on finding “Meaningful Veteran Employment.” This discussion will go beyond “military friendly” and “military ready” to create a corporate culture that is “military thriving.” We will discuss underemployment\, retention strategies\, and the continual challenges that military spouses face in the workplace. We will also explore how companies are lowering recruiting and retention costs and increasing revenue with the military and veteran consumer that accounts for $2.1 Trillion in our economy each year.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/nova-vetnet-meaningful-veteran-employment/
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:20231130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231122T161657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T161657Z
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SUMMARY:Career Paths To Cyber & Tech Expo!
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host the NoVA Cyber Meetup at Academies of Loudoun (“ACL”)!\nYou will hear from a diverse range of panelists\, a Student Experience group hosted by Jeremy Staples with ACL Cyber Programs and tech demos including a Private LLM (works like ChatGPT) running on a GPU server. Lots of good Human Cyber Networking too!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/career-paths-to-cyber-tech-expo/
LOCATION:Academies of Loudoun\, 42075 Loudoun Academy Dr\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230726T181638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T150048Z
UID:24317-1701797400-1701804600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Launched in March\, 2021\, this Meetup provides opportunities for cybersecurity professional development and networking for anybody in the greater Loudoun County\, VA area. We’re open to cyber practitioners\, consultants\, trainers\, policymakers\, software vendors\, students\, etc. This Meetup is intended as an informal forum for the people who seek knowledge of the current state\, status\, challenges\, successes\, and emerging topics in governmental and general cybersecurity technologies. \nAs of June\, 2021\, we have transitioned to in-person meetings. Meetings will feature a speaker on a topic of interest for about 20-30 minutes\, encouraging questions and discussion\, and then allow for networking to include announcements by jobseekers/employers and startups who want to give their elevator pitch on a new cyber company\, idea\, or technology. Join this conversation as we discuss the most important issues of the day\, as they concern the intersections of technology\, government\, business\, and people. \nIf you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate in Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals\, please contact Katie Fleger at 703-737-8612 (TTY 711). Three business days advance notice is requested. \nJoin us on December 5 for our next Loudoun Cyber Meetup! \nNovember Review \nThank you to our hospitality sponsor for our November Meetup\, CHIEF Technologies. \nOn November 14 we had another record turnout at our Meetup\, so thank you to all of you who came out. Our speakers were Paul Fox from CHIEF Technologies and Ross Foard from CISA\, on the topic of Zero Trust. Paul and Ross outlined their core Zero Trust Network principles: verify\, give minimal access\, and assume breach. Thank you to Ross and Paul for the briefing! \nDecember 5 Details \nWe are happy to announce that our featured speaker on December 5 will be Mr. David Crawford\, Director of Consulting at CGI. \nDavid is a career information systems professional\, with over 35 years’ experience across a broad cross-section of industries including government\, military\, space systems\, commercial\, non-profit and manufacturing. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Project Management Professional (PMP). He is also a Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and Scaled Agile SAFe 5 Scrum Master (SSM). \nDavid is currently working as a lead cyber solutions architect supporting multiple federal agencies in key areas of Federal Cyber Security programs including Asset Management\, Identity and Access Management\, Zero Trust\, including compliance and governance. \nPlease RSVP at: \nhttps://www.meetup.com/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals/events/297421823/\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/loco-cyber-meetup-at-old-ox-brewery-tickets-761285945757 \nPlease join us on December 5 and bring a friend! \nAgenda\n5:30p Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome and Opening remarks – Loudoun Economic Development and ATARC\n6:20 A word from our sponsor\n6:25 Featured Speaker – Mr. Dave Crawford\, Director of Consulting at CGI\n6:55 “Open Mic” time (audience announcements)\n7:00 Networking continues\n7:30 Adjourn
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals-meetup-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231205T134807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T135039Z
UID:25247-1701856800-1701860400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:15 Easy Ways to Drive More Customers to Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Use your Google Business Profile to your advantage and make the most of every opportunity for potential customers to find you online. Discover tips that will improve your profile and make your business listing in Google searches more appealing and customers wanting to learn more.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/15-easy-ways-to-drive-more-customers-to-your-business/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231115T152729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T152729Z
UID:25128-1701864000-1701869400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Starting a Nonprofit Organization
DESCRIPTION:Differences between a non-profit and for-profit corporation can be confusing. In this free webinar\, you’ll learn the practicalities of starting and managing a nonprofit organization. SCORE expert business mentor Bob Whitcomb\, who has founded and led several non-profits\, will cover: \nAlternative nonprofit structures\nKey steps to getting started: determining organizational structure\, establishing a Board\, and developing bylaws\nNecessary filings with state and federal government\nOngoing governance and operations
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-nonprofit-organization/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230430T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T172025Z
UID:23782-1701864000-1701878400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-20/
LOCATION:Frontier Kitchen Chantilly\, 25387 Pleasant Valley Rd Suite 110\, Chantilly\, VA\, 20152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231121T170129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T170142Z
UID:25165-1701880200-1701887400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:December 2023 Bio & Beer
DESCRIPTION:As a rising global leader in the bioeconomy\, investments in the future STEM workforce are critical in order to secure the U.S.’s position as a world resource for biohealth technology and innovations. Join us and our three guest speakers as we discuss the importance of a diverse\, skilled STEM workforce to address rapidly increasing industry demand. We will also talk about training and other opportunities designed to prepare individuals for STEM careers. Enjoy an evening of networking\, drinks\, and fun!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/december-2023-bio-beer/
LOCATION:Athari Bio\, 45925 Horseshoe Drive\, Suite 170\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231205T135622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T135622Z
UID:25249-1701950400-1701955800@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-19/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231205T135845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T140107Z
UID:25251-1702036800-1702042200@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-14/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230430T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T172005Z
UID:23783-1702036800-1702051200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-21/
LOCATION:Brickyard Ashburn\, 44927 George Washington Blvd.\, Suite 265\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231113T173825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T173825Z
UID:25112-1702116000-1702148400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:2023 Hillsboro Holiday Home Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hillsboro Preservation Foundation for the 2023 Holiday Home Walking Tour! See the magic of the season come alive as you walk through historic homes and see thoughtfully curated historic decorations featuring live greens and antique furniture. This year we three tour options: self-guided\, guided walking tour\, live performances\, and our new candlelight tour! Don’t miss out on this Hillsboro tradition!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/2023-hillsboro-holiday-home-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Old Stone School\, 37098 Charles Town Pike\, Hillsboro\, VA\, 20132
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230629T201132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T171343Z
UID:24188-1702373400-1702380600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-9/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231122T163610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T163610Z
UID:25187-1702389600-1702393200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Today at Work: Why employers should care about student loan debt (plus the latest labor market analysis you can’t afford to miss)
DESCRIPTION:In this issue\, we look at how employers might be affected by student debt payments\, which resumed in October after a 43-month pause. The ADP Research Institute has found that workers who consider themselves heavily burdened by student debt are far more likely to be in the process of quitting their jobs in search of higher pay. \nWe also explore the bottom-line impact of stress and deliver interesting findings on HR staffing and the nursing shortage. For folks in need of a little whimsy\, there’s an examination of pay levels at the North Pole.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/today-at-work-why-employers-should-care-about-student-loan-debt-plus-the-latest-labor-market-analysis-you-cant-afford-to-miss/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231211T201159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T201159Z
UID:25285-1702402200-1702409400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:LOUDOUN SHRM: Celebrate the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Let’s come together to celebrate this wonderful holiday season with your HR colleagues and friends. We’ll gather and mingle at the Mediterranean Breeze restaurant in Ashburn\, VA and enjoy delicious food\, drinks\, games\, and prizes.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-shrm-celebrate-the-holidays/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231205T211456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T211456Z
UID:25256-1702404000-1702409400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:How to Start and Operate a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:You have come to the right place\, if you are in the early stages of thinking about starting a small business\, or even\, if you have started up your business\, and realized you missed a few things. If you are thinking about “becoming your own boss” this is a chance to get an overview of the things you need to know. \nJoin attorney and SCORE presenter\, Frank Farmer in a discussion of the ‘nuts and bolts” issues that should be considered when starting and operating a small business. Frank will discuss topics including the need and usefulness of developing a business plan; selecting a business organizational structure; fictitious name registration; licensing; hiring employees vs. independent contractors; obtaining tax identification numbers and other related topics (as time permits).
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-start-and-operate-a-small-business/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231206T145324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T145324Z
UID:25262-1702468800-1702474200@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-18/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T133000
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing - The One-page Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:To build a successful business\, you need to stop doing random acts of marketing and start following a reliable plan for rapid business growth. Traditionally\, creating a marketing plan has been a difficult and time-consuming process\, which is why it often doesn’t get done. \nIn The 1-Page Marketing Plan\, serial entrepreneur and rebellious marketer Allan Dib reveals a marketing implementation breakthrough that makes creating a marketing plan simple and fast. It’s literally a single page\, divided up into nine squares. With it you’ll be able to map out your own sophisticated marketing plan and go from zero to marketing hero. \nWhether you’re just starting out or are an experienced entrepreneur\, The 1-Page Marketing Plan is the easiest and fastest way to create a marketing plan that will propel your business growth.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/digital-marketing-the-one-page-marketing-plan/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20230430T140731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T171938Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/co-working-office-hours-22/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231122T162303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T162303Z
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SUMMARY:Unveiling Innovations: U.S. Department of Labor Competency Model Clearinghouse's Latest Tools
DESCRIPTION:This webinar hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor Competency Model Clearinghouse\, will explore tools and innovations designed to empower the public workforce system\, businesses\, non-profits\, human resources professionals\, and career counselors to identify key competencies needed across industries. The clearinghouse is home to 31 industry-wide competency models which can be used to: \nIdentify employer skill needs\nDevelop competency-based curricula and training models\nDevelop industry-defined performance indicators\, skill standards\, and certifications\nDevelop resources for career exploration and guidance\nYou will learn how to effectively use the tools to engage industries and strengthen sector strategies.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/unveiling-innovations-u-s-department-of-labor-competency-model-clearinghouses-latest-tools/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231206T145821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T151639Z
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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-17/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231206T142808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142808Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Evidence and Practice in Providing Equitable Job Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation on strategies for advancing equity in job-training programs. This session will bring together researchers and practitioners to discuss approaches to improving equity in job training for underrepresented and underserved communities. During this event\, speakers will discuss the importance of equity in job training and review evidence-based strategies that improve job training programs for underrepresented and underserved groups. Moreover\, the speakers will discuss their experience and perspective on moving the needle on equity in job training and share lessons learned. This event builds upon guidance issued by DOL in TEGL 21-22 on increasing equitable service access and outcomes for job seekers in WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker programs. The Department of Labor’s Chief Evaluation Office and the Employment and Training Administration’s Office of Workforce Investment are jointly hosting this session.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/exploring-evidence-and-practice-in-providing-equitable-job-training/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231206T143613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143613Z
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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. \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-12/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231205T134304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T134304Z
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SUMMARY:Social Media Essentials for Business (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Social media can be overwhelming for business owners. Which platforms. How often to post. What to post. This class will give you the basics every business owner should know as well as the latest trends to grow your business. \nThis class will cover : \nHow to create a content calendar to sync all your marketing efforts (Participants will receive a complimentary digital copy of a digital calendar-$27 value)\nHow to choose which platforms make sense for your business\nThe right days and times to post on each platform and how often to post\nWhat type of content to post for best engagement\nWhat is a social media influencer and why to use them
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/social-media-essentials-for-business-virtual/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231218T162946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T145057Z
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-10/
LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T183234
CREATED:20231227T165044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T203642Z
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SUMMARY:Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 9\, 2024 for our next Loudoun Cyber Meetup! \nDecember Review\nThank you again to our hospitality sponsor for our December Meetup\, ExtraHop. \nOn December 5\, we had another impressive turnout at our Meetup\, so thank you to all of you who came. Our speaker was David Crawford from CGI Federal on the topic of “Securing the Forgotten Risk Vector: Firmware.” David presented a compelling overview of this topic and outlined the threat (Where is it? Why does it matter?) and best practices to deal with the threat. There were lot of compliments for David after his talk\, so great job! \nJanuary 9 Details\nWe are happy to announce that our featured speaker on January 9\, 2024 will be Anil Varma\, Founder and President of InterSec\, a Leesburg-based cybersecurity service provider to small and medium-sized businesses. \nAnil is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with nearly 30 years of experience in both public and private sectors. His areas of specialty include cybersecurity program development; Security Engineering and Architecture; Threat and Vulnerability Management; and Governance\, Risk\, and Compliance. \nAnil holds a MS in Computer Science from Bombay University and holds various cybersecurity certifications\, including CISSP\, CISM\, CCSP\, and CEH\, among others. He is involved in various NIST Communities of Interest including Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF)\, Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM)\, and Zero Trust (ZT). \nAnil will be joined by Nick Mistry\, SVP & CISO at Lineaje\, a Software Supply Chain Security provider. At Lineaje\, Nick is driving methods to address the multiple challenges in securing the software supply chain including how organizations adopt secure coding practices with the aid of advanced AI technologies. Nick has experience leading cloud security\, application security\, and cyber initiatives at multinational corporations and government agencies including Fannie Mae\, Wells Fargo\, eGlobalTech\, and Symantec. \nPlease join us on January 9 and bring a friend! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome and Opening remarks – Loudoun Economic Development and ATARC\n6:20 A word from our sponsor\n6:25 Featured Speakers – Mr. Anil Varma\, President at InterSec\n6:55 “Open Mic” time (brief audience announcements)\n7:00 Networking continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nRegister to attend here.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals-meetup-5/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Technology
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