Smart Start: Digital Toolbox introduces new businesses to the basic digital tools they need to have in place for marketing. We will briefly introduce must haves for your digital toolbox like webpages, Google My Business, and Facebook. This class will help you decide which social media platforms you need to be on and give you […]
If you're interested in pivoting more of your efforts to ONLINE SALES, join us during lunch and learn: 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 […]
The retail store Possum-bilities is having their Grand Opening on Monday, March 7th. They open at 12pm and stay open until 5pm. Possum-bilities is a store themed around possums and nature. They work together with local artists to design art and more around this theme. After the Grand Opening on March 7th, they will start […]
Are 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. Becoming SWaM certified […]
Local events are a mainstay of towns across the country. Especially now as we coax our customers through the path of the pandemic and try to re-accustom them to enjoying their downtowns as community gathering places and shopping destinations. Join us on Thursday, March 10th at 2:00 PM for Eventacular: Businesses, Towns, and Events Partnering […]
Some of the most popular reasons to start a business include-having a unique business idea, designing a career that has the flexibility to grow with you, working toward financial independence, and investing in yourself. Prepare to start a successful business: Evaluate your entrepreneurial abilities Marketing strategies Financial resources Legal form of organization Tips to prepare […]
What if you could spend all your time doing what you love? Or finally stop talking about that idea you’ve had and start moving toward actually doing it? The CO.STARTERS Get Started Workshop is here to help. Whether just getting started, stuck on a particular issue, or in need of a refresher, this workshop will […]
The speaker, Randy Sparks, Jr., will address basic human resource topics that all business owners should be familiar with. In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to stay in compliance with Virginia and federal labor regulations. To ensure that your business is compliant, please join us for "Understanding Employment Regulations." Topics Covered: […]
Germanna is hosting an in-person Career Expo where employers, community partners, and professionals meet with prospective students, alumni, and job seekers. Bring your resumes and questions. Full-time, part-time, & seasonal opportunities available. Register: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d49afaf28a7fd0-career3
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration as they celebrate Women's History Month. Listen to experts in the industry including Natalie Madeira Cofield, SBA Assistant Administrator for the Office of Women’s Business Ownership; Candace Waterman, President and CEO of the Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP); Alisa Sheard, SBA Acting Deputy Director for the Office of Government […]
