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SUMMARY:Watercolor Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Veterans learn to watercolor with Mary Whyte
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/watercolor-boot-camp/
LOCATION:National Museum of the United States Army\, 1775 Liberty Drive\, Fort Belvoir\, VA\, 22060
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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SUMMARY:Part-Time & Summer Job Fair (Employer Registration)
DESCRIPTION:On April 7 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm\, Rock Ridge HS will be hosting its 2025 Annual Part-Time & Summer Job Fair. \nBusinesses – please complete the form below to submit your interest on participating to this event. \nThis is a free event at Rock Ridge HS and open to all high school students & families in Loudoun County. Last year\, we had over 1\,000 attendees. \nWe would like to promote any jobs you may have for summer 2025 and year-round for high school students only (14+). We would like to also promote any internships\, apprenticeships and volunteer positions you may have that are upcoming for high school students. \nFurther details on this event will be provided (including the event’s website) at the beginning of next year. \nFor information please email tiziana.marchante@lcps.org \nREGISTRATION FORM: https://forms.gle/fBKrRGocdrQiC7eJA
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/part-time-summer-job-fair-employer-registration/
LOCATION:Rock Ridge High School\, 43460 Loudoun Reserve Dr\, Ashburn\, Virginia\, 20148
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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SUMMARY:Procurement in Loudoun County
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative procurement session tailored for small business owners\, where you’ll gain valuable insights into contracting opportunities and how to navigate the procurement process. Representatives from Loudoun County Procurement\, LCPS (Loudoun County Public Schools)\, Loudoun Water\, and the Town of Leesburg will share key information on bidding\, compliance\, and how small businesses can effectively compete for local government contracts. This session is a unique opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers\, ask questions\, and learn how to grow your business by tapping into public sector opportunities. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network and knowledge! \nRegister using THIS LINK. \nTresha Taylor – Contract Administration Specialist\, Loudoun County Division of Procurement \nTresha Taylor is the Contract Administration Specialist in the Department of Finance and Procurement\, Division of Procurement\, based in Loudoun County\, Virginia. She plays a crucial role in supporting departmental Contract Administrators (CAs) by addressing contract issues and disputes\, providing training on contract administration\, guiding departments and contractors in fulfilling contract duties\, and facilitating communication between the business community and the County’s Procurement Division. \nWith over 30 years of experience in federal\, state\, and local procurement\, Tresha brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Prior to joining the County\, she worked at George Mason University’s Enterprise Center/Virginia Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, where she assisted\, counseled\, and trained business owners on government contracting. Tresha’s background also includes over 25 years as a Senior Business Manager for a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Minority-Owned Small Business IT Services Contractor. \nAndrea Philyaw – Director of Procurement & Risk Management Services\, LCPS \nWith 25+ years of experience\, Andrea Philyaw leads Loudoun County Public Schools’ Procurement/Risk Management department. She’s also a trainer for procurement professionals and the incoming president of the state procurement association. \nAmy Bevins – Procurement Manager\, Loudoun Water \nWith 18 years of experience\, Amy Bevins leads Loudoun Water’s procurement team\, ensuring efficient and compliant acquisition of essential resources. A Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB)\, Amy leverages her expertise to support her team of 4 procurement professionals.  She’s actively involved in NIGP and VAGP\, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in public procurement. \nKelly Neff – Buyer\, Town of Leesburg \nKelly Neff has an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and over ten years of experience in Finance\, specifically nine of those years in government finance. For the last seven years\, she has served as a buyer for the Town of Leesburg\, Virginia. She is a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)\, Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) and Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA). She is also an active member of the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP)\, and the Virginia Association of Governmental Purchasing (VAGP).
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/procurement-in-loudoun-county/
LOCATION:The Great Xcape Loudoun\, 21100 Dulles Town Circle\, Dulles\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:Loudoun CyberTech: Cutting Through the Hype: Making Smart Choices in a Chaotic AI Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025\, for the next Loudoun CyberTech Event at Old Ox Brewery\, in Ashburn! \nWant a custom name tag to enhance your networking opportunities? Register HERE for this event and we’ll have it waiting for you at the door! \nWe are excited to bring you a fireside chat featuring RavenTek! Brett Lucas\, the Director of AI\, and Ryan Coleman\, the VP of Sales\, will discuss how to cut through the hype of Artificial Intelligence and enable intelligent decision making in this chaotic market. \nBrett Lucas currently leads AI strategy and development at RavenTek. His work developing the AI platform and Peraton and as the former Chief Data Scientist for the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) where he built AI tools to solve international crises enables him to put RavenTek at the forefront of AI innovation. \nRyan Coleman’s focus is building world class cybersecurity\, observability\, and digital transformation solutions at RavenTek. This includes the company’s newest venture – ManagedDEX\, a service that enables organizations to improve employee satisfaction\, productivity\, and engagement. For over 15 years\, Ryan has built enterprise sales organizations in the enterprise data collection\, data analytics\, SaaS\, and cybersecurity markets. \nJoin us as RavenTek explores how to chart a path through the AI minefield and how to help build your winning AI strategy! \nAgenda\n5:30 Social hour and networking begins\n6:10 Welcome\n6:15 Fireside Chat – Brett Lucas & Ryan Coleman\, RavenTek\n6:45 Q&A\n6:50 Open Mic & Networking Continues\n7:30 Adjourn \nMarch Thank You!\nThank you to our March 4th guests\, Kelly McCracken\, Yasmin Abdi\, Sara Lazarus\, Sheryl Tolbert\, and Gabby Smyth! It’s inspiring to hear how so many different paths led these incredible women to a career in Cybersecurity. Remember – say YES to the project – it’s okay to learn as you go!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/loudoun-cybertech-apr-8-2025/
LOCATION:Old Ox Brewery\, 44652 Guilford Dr.\, #114\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Networking
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the second Wednesday of every month as we meet and connect and get to know our other amazing small business in Loudoun. \nBeing a small business owner can sometimes be described as the roller coaster ride of a lifetime. At 1 Million Cups\, we strive to create a safe and trusted space where small business owners can come together for support\, connect\, collaboration\, and community. Come expand your network one cup at a time! \nVenture X Address: 44679 Endicott Dr\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA 20147\nParking is on the third floor and the entry door leads you right into the meeting space. Plenty of free parking available AND we have 1 Million Cups Swag!!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/1-million-cups-28/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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SUMMARY:Dulles Airport Job & Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet the downloadable flyer here. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-airport-job-career-fair/
LOCATION:Dulles Airport\, 1 Saarinen Circle\, Dulles\, 20166
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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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-04-09-25/
LOCATION:Venture X\, 44679 Endicott Dr Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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SUMMARY:Business @ Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Business Showcase Breakfast\nGrab your business cards and join us at our Business @ Breakfast monthly roundtable networking event\, where you will have the chance to connect with 100+ Chamber members from a wide range of businesses. This event is consistently named the FAVORITE networking event throughout the year. \nTips from LoudounSmallBiz if you are attending for the first time: \n\nYou will rotate tables 5-6 times during the event so bring enough business cards for each rotation.\nPrepare your elevator pitch! You will deliver a 60-second overview of your business at each table.\nEach table has an ambassador to keep the pitches flowing and make sure that you know where to go next.\nNetworking starts 5-10 minutes into the event so grab breakfast as soon as you arrive or at the end to avoid carrying your plate from table to table.\nThe signature sponsors all have an opportunity to share more information about their organization.\n\nRegister: https://www.loudounchamber.org/events
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/business-networking-breakfast/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Belmont Country Club\, 43750 Tournament Parkway\, Ashburn\, 20147
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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Foundations of Finance: E-Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the secrets to stress-free e-commerce bookkeeping! Whether you sell on Etsy\, Shopify\, Amazon\, or across multiple platforms\, keeping track of your finances can feel overwhelming. Join me for a comprehensive E-commerce Bookkeeping Overview class\, where you’ll learn the essential practices to track sales\, manage expenses\, and understand your cash flow—no matter which platform you use. This session will equip you with the knowledge to stay organized\, avoid costly mistakes\, and confidently grow your online business \nRegister today as we are limited to 25 participants per class session \nPlease register here: Form
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-foundations-of-finance-e-commerce/
LOCATION:Loudoun Economic Development\, 43777 Central Station Drive\, Suite 300\, Ashburn\, VA\, 20147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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