Is Owning Their Own Business Really What They Want?
Increasing numbers of these people are looking at alternatives to traditional employment. Find out if owning a business is the right move for your client. Learn more from Tom Lawrence of FranNet of Richmond.

Workplace Violence in Virginia – What Should Managers and Business Owners Do?
Workplace violence is a widely acknowledged employment issue that first reared its head in the mid 1980’s and it continues to be a topic of interest and concern to safety, risk, and human resource managers and business owners. What should managers and business owners do about workplace violence? Learn more from Jan Thomas, PhD, CSP & Katheryn Redfern, MBA of Circle Safety & Health Consultants.

Supporting the Community Through Breadwinners
Breadwinners Catering is the social enterprise under the umbrella of New Visions, New Ventures. Whether you need boxed lunches or event catering, Breadwinners will work with you to determine the best, most affordable menu options. Call Tracy on (804) 643-1081 or email tmurphy@nvnv.org

Dancing Elephants provides free resources on sales training, articles on selling, marketing and branding, success, motivation, sales management, communication, prospecting, relationship building, and more. Learn more.

Holiday Preparation
Make sure your shop is ready for the holiday season. Learn more.

"What now?" Business Decisions for 2010
For some businesses, 2009 will have been a challenging year, but one in which they outperformed competition and posted healthy sales results. Click here for tips on making business decisions to help your company grow in 2010.

Your opinion = $5 for the Central Virginia Foodbank
Do you have hiring experience at a business with 500 or fewer employees? SnagAJob.com needs your professional opinion of a new job posting service. For three minutes of your time, they’ll donate $5 to the Central Virginia Foodbank. Take the survey now.

Quickbooks Payroll
November 16, 2009, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Hanover County Department of Economic Development
9097 Atlee Station Road, #304, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
What you need to know about setting up a payroll system and compliance with federal and state tax requirements. Presented by Kelly Garrett, QuickBooks Pro Advisor, Kelly Garrett Consulting.

Business Succession Planning: How To Maximize The Sale Price Of Your Business
November 17, 2009, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Henrico Economic Development Authority
4300 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
Explore the end result of a strategic thought process, in essence a "road map" or strategic plan, to assist you in making decisions regarding the sale/transition of your business. It will aid you in achieving identified objectives and preparing the company for an effective sale/transition process maximizing your return. Presented by: Tom Mishoe, President & CEO FinOpStrat Advisors, LLC.

Small Business Survival and Growth in Virginia
Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Richmond Marriott Hotel, 5th and Broad Streets, Richmond
A facilitated discussion for small businesses and business resource providers on Federal and State small business assistance programs. Contact Will Vehrs, Virginia Department of Business Assistance, 804-371-0058 or will.vehrs@vdba.virginia.gov

Titan Leadership Management
Wednesdays beginning November 18, 2009, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
An in-depth comprehensive leadership development program that enables managers to cultivate the skills and the mindset they need to become forces of change within the organization. For registration contact Tina Hulser at (804) 754-8330 or Tina@TitanHR.com.

Business Exit Strategies
November 23, 2009, 11:30am-1:30pm
Chesterfield Department of Economic Development
9401 Courthouse Road, #B, Chesterfield, VA 23832
Business Exit Strategies is a unique, educational workshop that utilizes a program called Business Killers. It refers to six common mistakes that can destroy a business and compromise everyone involved. Each of the six modules dramatizes a critical error in planning and protecting a business and the impact on the business owner's personal financial future. Presented by: Roger Smith and Evan Fabricant, Financial Service Professions - Mass Mutual Financial Group, David Creasy, Yount, Hyde & Barbour, P.C., Eric C. Perkins, Esquire, Perkins Law PLLC

Workplace Violence: What Virginia Employers Need to Know
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Circle Safety & Healthy Consultants, LLC,
4050 Innslake Dr. Ste 175, Glen Allen VA 23060
This 3-hour seminar is designed to help organizations evaluate and control their workplace violence threats and risks. Topics covered include: definitions and profiles of violence, regulatory and liability issues, as well as recommended organizational policy and control strategies. Fee: $110

Killer Play Strategy Sessions: Helping Your Business Get Ahead of the Game
December 3, 2009
The West Cary Group
Killer Play is a new Chamber initiative intended to help small business owners discover the strategies that will take their businesses to the next level. Chamber members are invited to apply for this special opportunity - if chosen, you’ll receive a free group strategy session with nationally recognized consultants. Experts will help define what sets your business apart from the competition and what strategies allow you to become an industry leader.

Starting a Business 101
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Various locations and dates.
Visit the GRSBDC Toolkit for more information. Cost: $20

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