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APRIL 2010
 
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  • SPOTLIGHT: Professional Employer Organization (PEO)
  • LEARN: Small business news
  • ATTEND: Small business events

  • SPOTLIGHT:
    Professional Employer
    Organization (PEO)

    A PEO is a unique business solution that assumes the burden of HR, benefits, payroll, risk management, and more. Actum, Inc. is a Veteran-Owned Business headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. Actum focuses on providing Human Capital Management Solutions in the areas of Professional Employer Organization, Administrative Services Organization (ASO) and Recruiting Process Outsourcing (RPO). They developed a unique business solution that creates a co-employer relationship allowing the owner to continuing running his/her business while PEO assumes the HR, Benefits and other responsibilities reducing the overall costs of the business while improving performance.

    To learn more about how PEO’s can help your business, attend one of our upcoming seminars. See the Attend Section below.


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      LEARN: small business news


    Three Things Your Customers Want
    Learn more from Madison+Main.

    Flo Know Sales Find out how Flo has helped an insurance company.

    New Dominion Angels Learn more about this new group of investors.

    Entrepreneur Express 2 is a series of instructional workshops covering key business practices through interactive discussions and exercises.

    Spanish Academy and Cultural Institute’s Su Pasaporte Check out this great newsletter that is a passport to the Hispanic market through events and services for your business.

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur How to Build a Values-Driven Business from Inc.com.

    Volunteer with the Virginia State Corporation Commission The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) would like volunteers from the small business community to provide input on the development of its newly introduced web site, known as SCC eFile, for common business entity filings made with the Clerk’s Office of the SCC.

    Financial System Regulatory Reform and what it means for small business.

       ATTEND: small business events


    Professional Employer Organization (PEO)
    Tuesday, April 20, 2010, 11:30 am -1:30 pm
    Henrico Economic Development Authority, 4300 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
    A unique business solution that creates a co-employer relationship, allowing you to continue to manage and practice your business while the PEO assumes the burdens of HR, Benefits, Risk Management, Payroll and more.

    Developing a Financial Pro Forma
    Wednesday, April 21, 2010, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Hanover Department of Economic Development
    9097 Atlee Station Road, #304, Hanover, VA 23111
    How to develop an Income or Profit and Loss Statement, Cash Flow Statement, Balance and Breakeven Analysis

    Strategic Alliances and Sustainability in Today’s Economy
    April 23, 2010, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Richmond Marriott, 500 E. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219
    The 2010 Business Conference will feature a keynote address by Dr. Leonard Greenhalgh, Professor of Management at The Tuck School of Business, Darthmouth, and two concurrent sessions:
        • The Economic Impacts of Hispanics on Virginia
        • Doing Good and Doing Well: Sustainability as a Strategic Advantage

    The Hispanic Gala 2010
    Friday, April 23, 2010, 6:00 pm
    Science Museum of Virginia
    2500 West Broad Street , Richmond, Virginia 23220
    The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (VAHCC) announces the 7th annual Hispanic Gala on Friday, April 23 at the Science Museum of Virginia. Over 700 attendees are expected including, Latin American Ambassadors, Governors, Senators, locally elected officials and corporate and political leaders.

    2010 “Success” Small Business Symposium
    April 24, 2010, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
    Beulah Baptist Church, 5216 Arcadia Road, Woodford, VA 22580
    This symposium will focus on topics that will assist small businesses to survive in this tough economic climate. This is a
    FREE symposium and you are invited to attend. To register, contact James Williams of the SBA by calling (804) 771-2400 ext. 123 or e-mail james.williams@sba.gov or fax at (202) 481-2326. Provide the Name, Address, Telephone Number and E-mail address for each person attending.

    Getting Your Business Plan Ready for Launch
    Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
    Learn the criteria used by the 2009 Business Plan judging to determine whether a plan is workable and bankable. Learn what your prospective lenders and investors will want answered in a clear and compelling manner.
    Instructor: Linda Heath, President, Financial Holographix

    The Bare Essentials of Self Sabotage
    Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
    Through personal and client stories and audience participation, the bare essentials of self sabotage are fully exposed with affection and humor. You leave knowing how to leave home at home and work at work, when to give excuses, the power of your thoughts, how to quiet your inner critic, how to gain respect in the office and how to find out what you need to know.
    Instructor: Smokie Sizemore, CPCC, Founder, Smart Women's Club

    Everything You Wanted to Know About Owning Your Own Business
    Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Embassy Suites Hotel
    This free seminar is an opportunity to address your concerns about business ownership, answer your questions, or perhaps help you know what questions to ask! The panel consists of experts who work with people such as you everyday.
    This is not a sales presentation! Its purpose is to provide the information you need if you are considering having your own business. For more information, contact Tom Lawrence at 514-8409.

    Value Stream Mapping for Administrative & Transactional Processes
    (Presented by VPMEP)

    May 4, 2010  8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Continental breakfast 8:00 - 8:30 am)
    Holiday Inn Airport, 445 International Centre Drive, Sandston, VA 23150
    $199 per person / VBEC Members $149 per person.
    Registrations are typically limited to three (3) per company; however, if your company requires more seating, please contact Aimee McCarthy or call
    (804) 323-2226 x228. The registration fee covers continental breakfast, box lunch, materials and certificate of achievement. Registration deadline: April 27, 2010

    How to Get your Business Going and Growing
    Tuesday, May 18, 2010, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Henrico Economic Development Authority, 4300 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
    "How to Close more Sales" - How often do you hear "I can't afford that" or "let me think about it?" How often do you lose business to your competition even though you have a better product and service? Do you feel at times you don't explain yourself well enough or clear enough to get people to buy your products or services. Jim Roman, CEO - Business Owners Institute.

    Regulatory Fairness Forum for Small Business
    Tuesday, May 18, 2010, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
    Virginia Housing Center, 4224 Cox Road, Glen Allen
    Small business owners have an opportunity to discuss concerns about federal regulatory compliance and enforcement issues during this Forum. Small business owners may testify during the hearing by registering in advance; seating is limited, therefore, you need to register to confirm attendance. Call James Williams at (804) 771-2400, Ext. 123 at the SBA Richmond District Office. Hosted by the SBA.

    America's Small Business Summit
    Tuesday, May 18, 2010
    Special one-day registration rate ($195) available for this date. Agenda features the Eggs with Experts Networking Breakfast, general sessions with speakers including Joe Scarborough and Shelia Johnson, awards luncheon, and cocktail reception.

    Healthcare Bill Overview
    Wednesday, May 19, 2010, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
    Hanover Department of Economic Development, 9097 Atlee Station Road, #304, Hanover, VA 23111
    An overview of the recently passed federal healthcare bill and how it will impact your business depending on size and other factors. It is important to develop a strategic plan for your business to address the impact either in a positive, negative or neutral manner. The bill will be phased in over several years.

    Styles Ground Up
    May 20, 2010, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
    Richmond is home to an artsy crowd, a bustling restaurant scene, cutting-edge medical advancements and most importantly serves as a launch pad for budding entrepreneurs. StylesGroundUp.tv – served up by two local business women is a new web series being launched this spring to highlight the “How – To’s” for executing business ideas. Attend a live taping of StylesGroundUp.tv.

    Professional Employer Organization (PEO)
    Tuesday, May 26, 2010, 11:30 am -1:30 pm
    Chesterfield Economic Development
    A unique business solution that creates a co-employer relationship, allowing you to continue to manage and practice your business while the PEO assumes the burdens of HR, Benefits, Risk Management, Payroll and more.

    Starting a Business 101
    Various Locations and Dates
    Are you thinking of going out on your own and starting a business, but not sure where to start? There are many things that you should know before venturing on your own. This class will focus on a feasibility study to determine success potential and step-by-step instruction on the necessary start-up tasks.
    Cost: $20 - Bring your own lunch.

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    for more information: mike.leonard@grcc.com