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Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

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Federal Taxes and Your New Business

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Intellectual Property Fundamentals

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Cyber Resolutions 2025: Securing Your Small Business for the Year Ahead

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Cybersecurity on a Budget: Protecting Your Small Business Without Breaking the Bank

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About the Virginia SBDC Network

The Virginia SBDC is an organization of 25 local Small Business Development Center offices across Virginia providing professional business advising, training, and business resources to help grow and strengthen Virginia businesses.
Thousands of business owners and managers received one-on-one advising every year, and twice as many business owners attended a training program offered by a local SBDC. SBDC professionals assist with business planning, marketing, financial analysis, access to capital, business start-up and other specialized services as requested. And companies report successes and impact as a result of their SBDC relationship.
Learn more here: www.virginiasbdc.org/

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Success Through e-Commerce

Просмотров 159 часов назад

Updated for 2025 Are you interested in pivoting more of your efforts to ONLINE SALES? This session covers: -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 yo...

Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

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Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

Просмотров 2214 часов назад

Each year, the State buys goods and services totaling more than $7 billion - learn how your company can be a part of that! This webinar is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments. The workshop provides information about the Virginia procurement process (the eV...

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Federal Taxes and Your New Business

Просмотров 30День назад

Tune in as we kick off 2025 with our first in the series of virtual Small Business Tax Workshops with the Internal Revenue Service! In this introductory segment with the IRS, you learn how to: -verify an employee's identity and status with proper documentation -withhold federal taxes at the proper withholding or treaty rate -deposit or pay the tax withheld properly -file accurate and timely wit...

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Intellectual Property Fundamentals

Просмотров 32День назад

Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Learn about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovations as you transition from idea to product. The session covers: -What is the USPTO? -An overview of intellectual property types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets -Why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting...

Cyber Resolutions 2025: Securing Your Small Business for the Year Ahead

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Cyber Resolutions 2025: Securing Your Small Business for the Year Ahead

Просмотров 1314 дней назад

Kick off the new year by fortifying your business against cyber threats! In this webinar, small business owners learn practical strategies to: -protect sensitive data -prevent ransomware attacks -ensure compliance with evolving cybersecurity regulations Discover affordable tools and best practices to build resilience and gain confidence in your business’s cyber defenses for 2025 and beyond.

Cybersecurity on a Budget: Protecting Your Small Business Without Breaking the Bank

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Cybersecurity on a Budget: Protecting Your Small Business Without Breaking the Bank

Просмотров 15Месяц назад

Cybersecurity doesn't have to be expensive! In this session, we explore cost-effective strategies and tools that small businesses can use to safeguard their operations. From free resources to affordable solutions, learn how to build a robust cybersecurity defense on a limited budget.

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How to Manage Your WordPress Website

Просмотров 285Месяц назад

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 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 Learn the bas...

Marketing Fundamentals for Craft Beverage Producers

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Marketing Fundamentals for Craft Beverage Producers

Просмотров 23Месяц назад

In order to compete with the massive marketing budgets of their corporate competition, small craft beverage producers need to be strategic about how and where they allocate their resources. With a small amount of planning and some basic skillsets, even micro-producers can create compelling stories. In this webinar, the Virginia SBDC’s Chris Van Orden speaks with Zack Johnson and John Park of th...

Franchising TOO - Trends, Opportunities, and Obstacles

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Franchising TOO - Trends, Opportunities, and Obstacles

Просмотров 312 месяца назад

Which are the best franchises to invest in today, and what does it take to open a franchise in Virginia? Whether you are able to operate a franchise full-time, or you want to run a business semi-passively while working a day job, learn more about... -how the franchise industry has changed since the pandemic -how the customers have changed -what the next big opportunities are in franchising! We ...

Holiday Season Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Small Business During Peak Activity

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Holiday Season Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Small Business During Peak Activity

Просмотров 362 месяца назад

The holiday season often brings a surge in business activity-and with it, an increase in cyber threats. This webinar focuses on the unique cybersecurity challenges small businesses face during the holidays, such as increased phishing attacks, online fraud, and vulnerabilities in e-commerce platforms. Learn how to fortify your business against these seasonal risks and ensure a secure and success...

Keeping Up with Digital Marketing - A’s for Your Q’s - ChatGPT

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Keeping Up with Digital Marketing - A’s for Your Q’s - ChatGPT

Просмотров 422 месяца назад

Updated for 2024 What’s all the fuss about AI and ChatGPT? What AI tools are available, and how can a small business use them to streamline customer service and marketing tasks? This session, with Cameron Nelson, CEO of Tenzing Startup Consultants, helps to answer those questions and more.

Building a Strong Cybersecurity Foundation for Your Business

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Building a Strong Cybersecurity Foundation for Your Business

Просмотров 313 месяца назад

This webinar focuses on laying the groundwork for a robust cybersecurity strategy! We covered essential topics like: -identifying vulnerabilities -implementing best practices -and fostering a culture of security awareness among your team. Arm yourself with actionable insights that will help safeguard your business against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats!

Mobile Apps: How to Plan, Execute, and Launch

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Mobile Apps: How to Plan, Execute, and Launch

Просмотров 513 месяца назад

Updated for 2024 Does your business need a mobile app? In this webinar, learn if your small business will benefit from having a mobile app, and the steps to successfully deploy and market your app on the app stores. Areas covered include: -Market Research -App Scoping -Finding a Developer and Budget -App Business Planning -Marketing Approach -Building a Prototype -Launching an App -Promoting App

Opportunities for Small F&B Producers to Engage in Culinary Diplomacy

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Opportunities for Small F&B Producers to Engage in Culinary Diplomacy

Просмотров 213 месяца назад

Sharing a meal or a drink is one of the most meaningful ways to bridge cultures, which is why diplomats, economic developers, and cultural groups are always looking for ways to incorporate small F&B producers into their engagements with other countries. This marks an opportunity for savvy companies looking to elevate their brand and reach new international audiences. In this webinar, the Virgin...