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SUMMARY:Doing Bussinses With Metro-Procurement Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Coalition of Northern Virginia Chambers is proud to announce the “Doing Business With Metro” Procurement Forum\, a half-day event where Northern Virginia businesses can meet with senior Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority procurement officials to learn more about how they can compete for contracting opportunities with Metro. \nThis procurement forum is scheduled for Monday\, October 15th at the George Mason University Campus in Arlington. Suzette Moore\, WMATA’s Chief Procurement Officer\, will provide the keynote remarks on the various purchasing and procurement opportunities with the Authority. In addition\, Managers from WMATA’s procurement branches – Construction\, Rail\, Bus\, IT\, Inventory – will participate in Matchmaking sessions with prospective vendors to discuss future contracting opportunities. Meanwhile\, additional Program Managers from the Construction and IT groups will be on hand. \nWMATA also will provide on-site vendor registration for companies that wish to join the Authority’s purchasing system\, and representatives from the Small Business Programs Office will discuss WMATA’s Minority Business Programs. \nStay tuned for more forthcoming information.  \nRegistration \nRegistration is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. \nMetro & Parking \nThe campus is located a short walk (.2 miles) from the Virginia Square-GMU Metro Station (Orange & Silver lines). Hourly parking is available in the Founders Hall Garage (located off of Founders Way North) for a rate of $3 per hour or $15 for the day. Nearby metered street parking is also available.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/doing-bussinses-with-metro-procurement-forum/
LOCATION:George Mason University\, Arlington Campus\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Founder's Hall\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22201
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SUMMARY:Chefscape Leesburg Open House
DESCRIPTION:ChefScape Leesburg will host an Open House on October 15 from 11-2 to greet new prospects to our space which is still under construction. \nWe are inviting representatives from the community as resources for them and to give you an opportunity to speak to their needs and answer questions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/chefscape-leesburg-open-house/
LOCATION:Chefscape Leesburg\, 1602 Village Market Boulevard Southeast #115\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
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SUMMARY:HUBZone Opportunities with Northrop Grumman - Contractor Chat
DESCRIPTION:Contractor Chat brings together resources and Federal Contractors in Loudoun County. This month focuses on HUBZone opportunities. Our guest speaker is Carla Undurraga\, Sector Manager\, Global Supplier Diversity Programs and Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) for\nNorthrop Grumman Technology Services. Ms Undurraga will share key information and answer your questions regarding how your HUBZone certification can be an asset in partnering with Northrop Grumman. As usual bring your questions and learn your you can work with Northrop Grumman. \nThis event provides insight into successful small contractors\, large prime contractors\, reps from government agencies\, and other resources. Each month features a contractor or resource person who shares strategies\, tips and tricks to grow your government contracting business successfully. This is also a great venue to meet new companies to team and partner with. \nLunch is provided. \nEvent Organized through Meetup Group: Federal Contractors Loudoun
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hubzone-opportunities-with-northrop-grumman-contractor-chat/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Sales/Procurement
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SUMMARY:Startup Presentations and Feedback @ 1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, the 1MC program offers two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience of mentors\, advisors\, and entrepreneurs. Learn more about 1 Million Cups (http://www.1millioncups.com/About.aspx). \nOctober Schedule of Presenters:\n10/17- Sano Ecosystem: Sano’s vision is to inspire the future of Healthcare. Sano is technology startup company within the healthcare industry. We built an app that allows users to monitor their medical claims and billing statements. http://sano.ai \n10/24- Ahoy Carpool: Ahoy is an app for commuter car share as a service to the community. It’s a peer to peer model helps to cover the commute cost for both users.  \n10/31- Sparkpoint
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/startup-presentations-and-feedback-1-million-cups-2/2018-10-17/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:LSMP Startup Pitch Contest 2018
DESCRIPTION:Win a professional video for your Startup or Developing Bussiness valued at $5\,000! \nOn Oct 17th it will be your time to shine. Bust out your best pitch and enter to win a professional video created by the LSMP team! Whether you are a Startup\, Business Servicing Startups\, or Developer looking to get hired we have our cameras ready for you! \n1. 5-8min presentation\n2. Powerpoint/Google Slide presentation slide deck \nCriteria we are looking for/judging on are:\n-Speech Development: structure\, organization\, supporting material\n-Voice: flexibility\, volume\n-Physical: body language\, speaking area\n-Manner: directness\, assurance\, enthusiasm\n-Conclusion/Full Circle: completes startup purpose of service/product clearly to audience and panel. \nMust RSVP Here or on our Facebook Business Page (https://tinyurl.com/yb3kbhyo) \nHere is the link to register for competition: https://tinyurl.com/y7mpbyqr\n*** Please make sure to copy the entire URL of your startup *** \nExample https://startupname.com \n*All candidates must submit an email to us letting us know a little bit about their startup ASAP and submit their final presentation slides that they will be presenting at the very latest by Monday\, Sep 10th to loudounsystems@gmail.com \nMay the best presentation win!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/summer-kickoff-startup-pitch-contest-2018/
LOCATION:Loudoun Systems\, 45449 Severn Way #165\, Sterling\, VA\, 20166
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SUMMARY:Award Decisions\, Debriefs\, and *Avoiding* Protests (Leesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Award decisions\, debriefs\, and avoiding bid protests. Specific topics will include: \n\nHow to effectively use the debriefing process to defuse disagreements and avoid protests\nMyths and realities of the protest process (and how often the government really wins)\nHow your business may be impacted and ways to protect your company and your customer’s interests\nValid and weak grounds of protest plus practical alternatives\nPre-award actions to consider to avoid being protested\nUnderstand the strict time requirements of the protest process – and the common forums where they are adjudicated\nWhat it means to “win” a protest\n\nThe seminar will be taught by Ken Brody\, a founding partner of the law firm of David\, Brody and Dondershine\, LLP in Reston\, Virginia. Ken has over forty years of experience dealing with procurement issues\, as a trial attorney with the Department of the Navy\, and for the past 30 years in private practice. His practice focuses on representing government contractors\, particularly small businesses\, on all aspects of government contracting\, including negotiating agreements\, regulatory requirements\, the small business programs\, bid protests and litigating contract disputes. He also teaches classes for PTAP on Teaming and Subcontracting and on the Government-wide Mentor-Protégé Program. Additional information about Ken’s practice and experience can be found at his firm’s website: www.dbd-law.com.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/award-decisions-debriefs-and-avoiding-protests-leesburg/
LOCATION:Mason Enterprise Center-Loudoun\, 202 Church St\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business in Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to start a business in Loudoun County? This workshop will help ensure you are prepared to start successfully. \nJoin this no-cost\, interactive session to learn: \n\nHow to determine what licenses and permits apply to your Loudoun business\nHow to figure out if your business idea will be profitable\nHow to begin marketing your business\nWhat critical business partnerships you need to get started\n\nLed by Small Business Development Center manager\, Eric Byrd\, we’ll answer many of your questions\, talk about what will make your new venture successful\, and ensure that you are ready to launch your new business. We will also set you up in the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) system so you can take full advantage of the no cost\, one-on-one business advising services offered by our center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/starting-a-business-in-loudoun-county-3/
LOCATION:Rust Library\, 380 Old Waterford Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:Capital Call-Where innovation meets capital
DESCRIPTION:The region’s hottest emerging companies will present three-minute rapid fire pitches. Following the pitch portion of the event\, investors will have an opportunity to meet with the presenting companies. \nCapital Call\, which connects investors with high-potential companies\, is one of the region’s most popular pitch events. View highlights from a previous Capital Call. \nWatch for the official invitation announcing the presenting companies. We look forward to seeing you in October. For more information\, please contact Sabrina Morales. \nThis event is for accredited investors and selected presenting companies only. \n  \nAgenda: \n11:00 am Lunch & Networking\n12:00 pm Presentations\n1:00 – 1:30 pm Q&A and Demos
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/capital-call-where-innovation-meets-capital/
LOCATION:Cooley\, 11951 Freedom Drive\, 14th Floor\, Reston
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with the County
DESCRIPTION:Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions \nLearn how to do business with Loudoun County! All local area vendors are invited to attend the Loudoun County Procurement Division’s 2018 Buyer/Seller Information Exchange sessions. The purpose of these sessions is to provide information on the county’s procurement processes and upcoming contracts. Each presentation will conclude with the opportunity to address vendor questions and concerns and to meet the county’s procurement staff. \nSession Location \nThe Buyer/Seller Information Exchange Sessions are held in the Procurement Conference Room on the 4th floor of the Loudoun County Government Center located at 1 Harrison Street S.E. in Leesburg. To reserve a seat\, you may register online through our online registration form. \nFor more information about the sessions\, you may call 703-777-0403 or send an email. \nMore information about the Loudoun County Procurement Division is available by visiting our home page at www.loudoun.gov/procurement.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/doing-business-with-the-county/
LOCATION:Loudoun County Government Center-Dulles Room\, 1 Harrison Street SE\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
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