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SUMMARY:Empowering Public Workforce Development Professionals: Enhancing Skills for Serving Veterans (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Whether state and local workforce development staff are funded by WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker funds\, Wagner-Peyser\, or Jobs for Veterans State Grants\, all programs share a common goal when serving veteran jobseekers: ensure the best possible employment and training outcomes for veterans. On this WorkforceGPS webinar\, staff from the Employment and Training Administration\, the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service and National Veterans’ Training Institute (NVTI)\, will provide a refresher on the roles and responsibilities of state and local workforce development staff to ensure effective\, integrated\, and seamless service delivery to veterans. In addition\, this session will provide an overview of the many professional development resources available to veteran service providers through NVTI. These resources and highlights will support the veteran customer experience through the American Job Center experience.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/empowering-public-workforce-development-professionals-enhancing-skills-for-serving-veterans-virtual/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:For Businesses,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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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.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-county-cybersecurity-professionals-meetup-3/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology
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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-14/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T110000
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SUMMARY:Virginia Values Veterans Employer Training
DESCRIPTION:The V3 Program works with the Department of Veterans Services and other strategic partners to help employers develop and implement long-term strategies and nationally recognized best practices in recruiting\, hiring\, and retaining Veterans. \nCurrent Virginia Stats:\n– Number Certified Companies: 2\,990\n– Enrolled Companies: 998\n– Number of Veterans Hired: 122\,600 \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virginia-values-veterans-employer-training-24/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T120000
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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-17/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T160000
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Your feedback is important to us. Loudoun Economic Development is committed to learning from our small business community and providing the resources and services that are greatly needed in the county. We are excited to see you on September 14 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Brambleton Library to learn more about your small business experience in Loudoun County and how we can help you Start\, Scale\, and Soar your company. \n  \n\n \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-listening-session-2/
LOCATION:Brambleton Public Library\, 22850 Brambleton Plaza\, Brambleton\, VA\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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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. \n  \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \n  \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. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity-12/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Livin It Up Loudoun
DESCRIPTION:Dulles Town Center has partnered with The Loudoun County Education Foundation to collect donations to contribute to an In-School Pantry Drive. We will be accepting pantry donations such as Healthy Snacks: Chips\, Popcorn\, Cheez-Its\, Goldfish\, Crackers\, Trail Mix\, Granola Bars\, Breakfast Bars\, Go-Go Squeez\, Fruit Snacks\, Cereal Cups\, Applesauce\, Mini Muffins\, Fruit Bars\, Cup Noodles/Easy Mac\, Hygiene items such as: Deodorant\, Body Wash/Soap\, Shampoo\, Conditioner\, Menstruation Products\, Laundry Detergent/Pods\, Dryer Sheets\, Dish Soap\, Sponges\, Razors\, Shaving Cream\, Toothpaste\, Toothbrushes.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/livin-it-up-loudoun/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T140000
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SUMMARY:Loudoun Therapeutic Riding: Heroes First Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Loudoun Therapeutic Riding as we showcase our services and other veteran service organizations in the community in a country setting. Explore resources for veterans\, support veteran owned businesses\, and come see our beautiful facilities where we provide equine-assisted services to veterans in need. \nMusic by Chris Ellinghaus\, beer from One Family Brewing and delicious food from a local restaurant will keep you entertained as you learn more about these amazing resources. This event is open to all members of the community\, free to attend\, and family friendly!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-therapeutic-riding-heroes-first-fair/
LOCATION:Loudoun Therapeutic Riding\, 14490 Berlin Tpke\, Lovettsville\, VA\, 20180
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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