Elevator Speech
September 21, 2010, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Henrico County Economic Development Authority
An enticing 30 second introduction that creates interest in your business and you. It creates a need to know more about your business and succinctly describes what your business is all about while forming a personal and business impression of you - Rick Wildes, CPA - Rick Wildes and Company. Cost:$20
Quickbooks 2
September 22, 2010, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Chesterfield Department of Economic Development
How to take advantage of QuickBooks sections 8-15 - Kelly Garrett, Quickbooks Pro Advisor of Kelly Garrett Consulting. Cost: $149
Small Business Tax Workshop
September 22, 2010, 6:30 pm - 9:30pm
New Visions New Ventures
We will be offering a workshop covering the following tax topics: Record Keeping, Worker Classification (or Employee vs. Subcontractor), Healthcare Tax Credit and the H.I.R.E. Act.
Telework Virginia: Go Green Get Green
September 22, 2010, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
Hilton Garden Inn, 501 E. Broad Street, Richmond, 23219
Featured Speakers:
• Thelma Drake, Director, Department of Rail and Public Transportation
• John lewis, CEO, GRTC Transit System
• John Martin, President & CEO, Southeastern Institute of Research
This event will also include roundtable discussions:
• Practical IT Telework Solutions
• $$ Getting the Green $$
• Telework Policies & Procedures for Human Resources
BizLinc – On the Smart Trac
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Richmond Raceway Complex
BIZ LINC, central Virginia's largest business-to-business trade show, offers an efficient way to connect with a diverse crowed of exhibitors, attendees and presenters through unlimited networking opportunities and new product demonstrations in a face-to-face, interactive, hands-on environment.
Nutrition II: Current Issues in Food Systems and Food Quality
September 27, 2010, 6:30 am - 8:30 pm
New Visions New Ventures
Healthy food is the intersection of proper production and preparation. The cook and the farmer are partners in creating good health. In this session learners will gain awareness of: the impact of production conditions on food quality, flavor, and nutritional value; the definition of organic; genetically modified organisms (GMOs); how to select non-GMO foods; how to use your local food shed for sourcing foods. (This session will include a review and Q & A to follow-up the first session.)
"MOVING FORWARD"
Today's Economy: What You Need to Know Now for Your Business
Friday, October 1, 2010, 7:45 am – 9:15 am
The Westin Richmond, 6631 West Broad Street, Richmond, 23230
At this crucial time, our leading economic and retail experts tackle some of hard questions, and offer insight that will help you formulate your strategy going forward. Hear from our panel the most up-to-date information to help you make the most of your 4th quarter, with a hint of what to expect for the 1st quarter of 2011.
How to Get Your Business Going and Growing
October 5, 2010, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Henrico Economic Authority
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. Presenter: Jim Roman, CEO - Business Owners Institute
SWamFest VI
October 12, 2010 – October 13, 2010
Hilton Hotel and Spa Short Pump
VASCUPP, the Virginia Association of State College and University Purchasing Professionals, presents SWaMFest VI, the Commonwealth's premier SWaM vendor networking and educational event. This year we're Celebrating the Success:
those of SWaM firms and those of majority firms with successful supplier diversity programs.
62nd Virginia Conference on World Trade
October 13th and 14th, 2010
Richmond Marriott 500 East Broad Street, Richmond, 23219
17 ways to increase your international sales. Learn concrete ways to increase your company's international sales. Network with hundreds of people from manufacturing, service, and logistics sectors. Get caught up on international trade issues with industry experts. Hear high-caliber speakers discuss how Virginia is positioning itself for the future of international trade
Procurement: Getting Government Contracts in Virginia
OCTOBER 27, 2010 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
New Visions New Ventures
Learn How to Register in eVA, the state's electronic purchasing system, learn how to certify as a small business (SWAM). We'll discuss what products and services buyers are seeking and review marketing reports available in eVA that will help you target your market
SCORE's Mini Workshop Series
Various Dates
Partnering with other community organizations the Mini Workshops offer practical and bottom-line information on selected topics. Designed for entrepreneurs who have already started a business and are looking for more in-depth information on marketing or finances
Starting a Business 101
11:30 am - 1:30 pm, Various locations and dates
Cost: $20
For more information, contact Jackie Carter
at (804) 783-9314.
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Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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