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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. \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:MD
CATEGORIES:Technology
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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:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T133000
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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:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T160000
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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-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
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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
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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-19/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000
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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. \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:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T160000
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CREATED:20230430T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T172005Z
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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-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
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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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