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Branding Series: How to position and manage your Brand without a Budget
Branding Series: How to position and manage your Brand without a Budget
Business Branding Series with Bianca Negrón of The Coaching Spot, [...]
1 event,
757 Founders, Devs, and Creatives Mixer
757 Founders, Devs, and Creatives Mixer
Join founders, devs, and creatives at the first of several [...]
1 event,
Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Join the CIT GAP Funds team for "How to use mentors to grow your business" (Followed by an optional small group session).
VC Panel to include:
Jeff Lee, Mindshare
Chris Hayes, Vistage
Laura Shibut, Lighthouse Labs
Josh Green, iCAP
Greg McDonogh, Entrepreneur's Organization of Washington, D.C.
Moderated by Raj Rai, CIT GAP Funds
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Create Virginia: Writer Kevin Roose Keynote on DIGITAL OWNERSHIP AND NFTS
Create Virginia: Writer Kevin Roose Keynote on DIGITAL OWNERSHIP AND NFTS
Presented on Zoom, NYT Technology Journalist Kevin Roose will be talking to us about Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). NFTs are a hot new thing that artists need to be aware of and understand, as they are a kind of digital signature and ownership on a work.
Finance Series: Difference Between Business and Personal Credit Scores
Finance Series: Difference Between Business and Personal Credit Scores
Need to borrow money to start/grow a business? Tired of [...]
3 events,
Reviewing Your Financials and Budget
Reviewing Your Financials and Budget
Most small business owners have been hyper-aware of their financial position and bottom line during the pandemic. Some are looking for places to cut back with the least impact on their long-term growth. Others are looking for areas to invest in that will give the best return. Still, others are working on putting together a budget for their next fiscal year amidst all of this uncertainty. This session will give participants the tools to think through their business’s finances and the path forward. What we will cover: · Building a financial plan – set goals for sales and profit and measure success against those goals · Creating a cash forecast that predicts future cash balances – knowing when cash shortfalls are predicted gives the business owner more time to adjust. Examine your spending with an eye on fixed expenses versus discretionary ones. · Creating a dashboard of your important Key Performance Indicators – Even in good times, having a view of your business performance will help you address issues as early as possible.
Securing Your WordPress Website
Securing Your WordPress Website
Creating your website with WordPress can be exciting but also overwhelming. Once you have built your site, you need to secure it. Hackers like to take advantage of inexperienced users and new websites to get access to your sensitive information. Most security breaches can be prevented if your site is up to date. Virginia SBDC Cybersecurity Advisor, Tom Stamulis, will share essential security practices and tips on how to keep your plugins up to date and your site secure.
Virginia Tech’s Introduction to Data Analytics
Virginia Tech’s Introduction to Data Analytics
Registration is now open for Virginia Tech’s Introduction to Data Analytics Certificate course. This 6-week virtual course will feature engaging and informative sessions led by experienced Virginia Tech faculty. Participants will establish a foundation in data analytics and develop skills to be applied to their specific organizations/industries.
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Managing Your WordPress Website
Managing Your WordPress Website
Join us and learn how to create and/or better manage your WordPress website! Are you looking for a simple, yet effective website to use for your business? WordPress might be a good option! In this workshop, we’ll cover “the basics” on creating and updating a WordPress site, including: User management Page creation and editing Image and video uploads Plugin management Linking to social media
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Coffee Connection – Downtown Hampton Child Development Center
Coffee Connection – Downtown Hampton Child Development Center
The Coffee Connection (CC) is a networking event for business professionals on the Peninsula. This one and half-hour event will be hosted monthly from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. These events are open to Members and Non-Members* (Pre-Registration Required). Capacity is limited, so register now.
2 events,
Fundamental Cybersecurity: Protecting your Business and Information
Fundamental Cybersecurity: Protecting your Business and Information
Virginia SBDC Cybersecurity Advisor, Tom Stamulis, will discuss current threats impacting small businesses and the risks that could impact the operations of your business. He will introduce fundamental cybersecurity controls, which are in alignment with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model (CMM) developed by the Department of Defense. He will provide instructions on how every small business can implement these controls using the people, processes, and technology they have in place.
Engage in Entrepreneurship: WBC Orientation & SBA Web Resource Training
Engage in Entrepreneurship: WBC Orientation & SBA Web Resource Training
We will introduce you to the Women's Business Center and [...]
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Intro to Socioeconomic Certifications
Intro to Socioeconomic Certifications
There are many socioeconomic certifications that you may consider, some providing you with some levels of preference in federal contracting. What are these certifications, and are they right for you? Be sure you know what the right certifications are, when the best time is to become certified, and what some of the new processes are.
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Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Join CIT GAP Funds and fellow entrepreneurs on Friday at 9AM for virtual coffee via Zoom to discuss growing your company and funding opportunities. We'll follow the panel discussion with optional small group breakout sessions. Please let us know if you'll be participating in a breakout session below. Registration required. After completion of registration, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day before the event, as well as in a day-of reminder.
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Finance Series: How to Finance Your Business Venture
Finance Series: How to Finance Your Business Venture
Find out about all the different resources available to finance [...]
HRIC Tech Tuesday – Big Data and the Labor Market
HRIC Tech Tuesday – Big Data and the Labor Market
Session 10: Big Data and the Labor Market Aug 17, [...]
2 events,
Cyber Awareness Training for Your Business
Cybersecurity awareness is essential for all businesses regardless of size. Your employees are the first line of defense in protecting your digital information and your business from hackers. This training will focus on the latest online threats such as phishing, malware, and ransomware. During this session the Virginia SBDC Cybersecurity Advisor, Tom Stamulis, will provide an overview of the latest threats along with tips that every employee can use to protect your network.
757 Angles Application Info Session
757 Angles Application Info Session
Join us, Wednesday August 18th, for the 757 Angels application info session. This event will be held virtually, zoom details are attached below.
Ask me anything!
How does the 757 Angels application process work?
Is it ever too early for a company to apply?
Do you accept pre-revenue companies?
4 events,
Success through e-Commerce
Join us if you’re interested in pivoting more of your efforts to ONLINE SALES
This session will cover:
The variety of websites available, the possibilities for upgrading yours to better accommodate online sales and the estimated costs to accomplish this!
The various e-commerce platforms available and how to select the best based on your specific business needs.
How to setup and manage your online storefront or service portal and how to use data and marketing to maximize returns.
Instructor: Cameron Nelson, Chief Digital Advisor, Virginia SBDC and CV SBDC
Finding Contracting Opportunities in Today’s Environment
Finding Contracting Opportunities in Today’s Environment
Looking for contracting opportunities? Where do you start? This session presents a comprehensive presentation on where to find opportunities and follow the money.
Branding Series: 4 Reasons Why your Services are Not Selling
Branding Series: 4 Reasons Why your Services are Not Selling
Business Branding Series with Bianca Negrón of The Coaching Spot, [...]
6 events,
BizConnect Monthly Networking Coffee
BizConnect Monthly Networking Coffee
Join BizConnect Hampton Roads for the monthly Networking/Coffee. This is [...]
Virginia Tech Women Impact Virginia – Nonprofits
Virginia Tech Women Impact Virginia – Nonprofits
Top leaders in the nonprofit industry will take the spotlight [...]
SWaM Certification Information Workshop (August 2021)
SWaM Certification Information Workshop (August 2021)
Presented by: Angela Barber, Business Services Manager, Virginia Department of [...]
5 events,
Understanding the Food Industry Business
Understanding the Food Industry Business
Join Us to learn and understand the REGULATIONS in place for anyone who (1) Owns an Existing Food Business or (2) Desire is to Start a Business in the Food Industry. We will share the steps to take and a few tips on what not to do. The Presenters are Experts in their Field. If you need to refresh Food Industry Guidelines to adhere to the guidelines, you don’t want to miss this information session! Everyone must register in advance to attend.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Get your Business Involved
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Get your Business Involved
Since, 2004, Cybersecurity Awareness Month has been a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure that businesses have the resources they need to protect their critical information. Over 3000, companies, schools’ governments and non-profits joined the 2020 campaign as Champions. Join us to learn how you can be part of the 2021 campaign and receive free resources to help educate your employees, customers, clients, vendors and partners about cybersecurity awareness.
3 events,
Coffee with CIT Gap Funds, Commonwealth Angels, and VTC Fund
Coffee with CIT Gap Funds, Commonwealth Angels, and VTC Fund
Join CIT GAP Funds, Commonwealth Angels and VTC Ventures for a fireside chat with Michael Fleming of TORC Robotics, coffee, donuts, & networking - Hosted by Tom Weithman, Managing Director and Vice President - CIT GAP FUNDS
3 events,
Proposal Writing Tips & Tricks
Proposal Writing Tips & Tricks
This session will present some common sense tips on how to write an effective state or federal contract proposal.
3 events,
Future Proofing Your Business with Blockchain
Future Proofing Your Business with Blockchain
FOMO on blockchain for your business? We’ve got you covered.
We demystify blockchain in this illustrative program that includes a panel of experts to answer your questions.
This session will cover:
Introduction to Blockchain
Blockchain vs. bitcoin - how are they different?
How Blockchain can be used for Small Business
Accepting cryptocurrency as a form of payment
Use of smart contracts
Using blockchain to raise capital
Looking towards the future of Blockchain Technologies
Moving towards cryptocurrency as national currency
Industry Applications
Safety and Privacy Concerns
3 events,
Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Coffee with CIT GAP Funds
Join CIT GAP Funds and fellow entrepreneurs on Friday at 9AM for virtual coffee via Zoom to discuss growing your company and funding opportunities. We'll follow the panel discussion with optional small group breakout sessions. Please let us know if you'll be participating in a breakout session below.
Registration required. After completion of registration, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day before the event, as well as in a day-of reminder.
