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SUMMARY:Business Plan Preparation (Virtual & In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting in-person and virtual event where we will guide you through the process of preparing a business plan.\n\n\nBusiness Plan Preparation for EDA Business Investment Grants \nJoin us for an exciting in-person and virtual event where the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will guide you through the process of preparing a business plan and will help you understand how to complete financial statements\, to secure EDA Business Investment Grant funding. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to take their business to the next level. \nLocation: 200 High Street Suite 201\, Portsmouth\, VA\, USA
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/business-plan-preparation-virtual-in-person/
LOCATION:200 High Street Suite 201\, Portsmouth\, VA\, USA\, 200 High Street #Suite 201\, Portsmouth\, VA 23704\, Portsmouth\, VA\, 23704\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,SBDC
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SUMMARY:How to Start Your Own Business
DESCRIPTION:Join an empowering session in the “Strategies\, Purpose\, Progress: Succeeding in Business Series” hosted by the Virginia Peninsula Chamber! On Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025\, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM\, SCORE Mentor Bruce Landfeld will lead a workshop titled “How to Start Your Own Business” at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber\, located at 11850 Merchants Walk\, Suite 110\, Newport News\, VA 23606. This event is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to gain valuable insights and practical steps to launch their own ventures. For more information\, please contact Allie Carson at allie@vpcc.org or call (757) 325-8157. Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your business journey!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/how-to-start-your-own-business/
LOCATION:Virginia Peninsula Chamber\, 11850 Merchants Walk\, Suite 110\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:SWaM/DBE Certification Information Session
DESCRIPTION:How Can SWaM/DBE Certification Help Grow Your Business?\n\n\nIN-PERSON WORKSHOP\n \nAre you a small\, women-owned\, or minority-owned business who wants to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? Small business owners who are looking to participate in Virginia’s specialized procurement and contracting opportunities are encouraged to become SWaM certified. The SWaM certification is a vehicle to promote economic growth of Virginia’s businesses. \nBecoming SWaM certified is just the first step in doing business with the Commonwealth and many local government bodies tha. Each year the state buys goods and services totaling more than $8 billion. The Commonwealth of Virginia wants to do business with you and increase participation of small\, women owned\, and minority-owned businesses. \nThis workshop will cover the SWaM Program and certification/designation types\, on-line application process\, required documents needed to apply\, and how to use the certification to do business with the Commonwealth (intro to eVA\, Virginia’s Online Procurement Portal). \nPresented by Angela Barber\, Business Services Manager – Hampton Roads/Eastern Shore Region \nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification program is a Federal program. The purpose is to increase the participation of certified DBEs in projects funded by the US Department of Transportation and other federal sectors. Projects typically include heavy construction\, such as building and designing roads\, bridges\, railroads\, ports\, and airports. \nPresented by Nina Britton\, DBE & Transportation Outreach Specialist – Hampton Roads Region \n \nREGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A REMINDER THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT! \nIn Partnership with the City of Portsmouth Economic Development
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/swam-dbe-certification-information-session/
LOCATION:Portsmouth Economic Development\, 200 High Street Suite 201\, Portsmouth\, VA 23704\, Portsmouth\, VA\, 23704\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:Start Peninsula Micro Pitch #1
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to bring your big idea to life? Start Peninsula’s Micro Pitch Competitions offer an incredible opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators in Hampton Roads\, VA\, to showcase their ideas and gain valuable exposure. \nEach Micro Pitch event features up to 10 participants\, each with just 3 minutes to present their vision to a panel of expert judges. The goal? Define your product\, service\, or value proposition in an engaging\, high-energy pitch that captures both the audience’s and judges’ imagination. It’s fast\, fun\, and packed with potential. \nFrom each Micro Pitch\, 3 finalists are chosen to advance to the Championship Pitch Event on November 5\, where the stakes are even higher. It’s your chance to gain momentum\, receive feedback\, and potentially connect with mentors and resources to take your business to the next level. \nThe best part? It’s all about supporting local talent and innovation\, as participants must be located within Hampton Roads\, VA. Don’t miss your chance to turn your dream into reality and join the region’s longest-running pitch competition. \nPitch. Inspire. Win. Your journey starts here!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/start-peninsula-micro-pitch-1/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Pitch Event
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