2019 - Small Business Education & Opportunities
Summer 2019
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Chesterfield Economic Development
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How to Price Products & Services
Tuesday, May 28, 2019 | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23236
Nothing is more critical to your small business’s success than your pricing decisions. Proper pricing requires more than taking your costs and adding a mark-up. In this popular session, two marketing veterans teach you tips and tools you can use to improve your pricing and profitability. Event Fee: $25.00 Register Now
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Business After Hours Networking Happy Hour
Thursday, June 6, 2019 | 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Cask Cafe, 206 South Robinson Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220
Join SCORE Richmond entrepreneurs and mentors at this monthly small business networking event and happy hour. It's your opportunity to develop new business connections, share experiences and trade success stories. There is no charge to attend, but registrants are eligible to win a door prize. Cash bar available. Register Now
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The Art (and Science) of Negotiation
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
North Courthouse Road Library, 325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23234
Negotiation is a critical skill in business and a vital part of the process of persuading others. In this workshop, you'll explore fundamental negotiation principles and strategies, examine the different types of negotiation, and find out how they can be used to guide your interactions with clients, vendors and partners. Event Fee: $25.00 Register Now
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Picture Your Success with a One-Page Business Model
Tuesday, July 16, 2019 | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Boulevard, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23234
Do not get bogged down writing a business plan for your start-up. Instead, learn how to draft a one-page business model, a tool that helps you answer all the critical questions and create a road map to success. Event Fee: $25.00 Register Now
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Intermediate Digital Marketing
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
North Courthouse Road Library, 325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23234
Ready to move beyond using Facebook and Instagram to promote your business? This workshop delves into next-level on-line marketing techniques including Google AdWords, Bing ads, and email marketing. Event Fee: $25.00 Register Now
SWaMming Lessons
Wednesday, June 19, 2019 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Chesterfield County - IST Training Center
6730 Public Safety Way, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
If you’re having difficulty uploading SWaM documents, this free workshop is for you! SWaM (Small, Women, and Minority owned firms) certification is one of the most powerful business tools you can use to grow your sales among state agencies, public colleges & universities, and local municipalities. Even private sector firms are utilizing the SWaM database. Bring your firm's documents ready to be uploaded, and we’ll complete the process! Register Now - Central/South
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eVa Personal Training
Wednesday, June 19, 2019 | 2:00 AM–5:00 PM
Chesterfield County - IST Training Center
6730 Public Safety Way, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
Last year, the Commonwealth of Virginia spent more than $6 billion on goods and services. Goods and services that you probably sell! Are you getting your share? eVa is the electronic portal ALL state buyers use when making a purchase. This free “hands on” workshop will walk you through the eVa system as it pertains to your specific business. Register Now - Central/South
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Selling to the Commonwealth
Friday, June 28, 2019 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Chesterfield Economic Development
9401 Courthouse Road, Suite B, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
The Commonwealth of Virginia has a set-aside program that encourages state agencies to purchase goods and services from small businesses like yours. At this workshop, you’ll learn about SWaM and Micro business certifications, and how they can give you a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Additionally, learn how to use eVa to identify your target market. This workshop is free! Register Now - Central/South
Chesterfield Maker Expo
Saturday, June 1, 2019 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Central Library, 7051 Lucy Corr Boulevard, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
Chesterfield Maker Expo is a family-friendly event featuring vendors that create or demonstrate everything from robots to metal stamping, coding, and crafts.
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Women You Should Know: Banking
Saturday, June 8, 2019 | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Road, Chester, Virginia 23836
We will spotlight local women, past and present, who overcame adversity and realized their dreams. Learn about Maggie Walker, the first African American female bank president. Ann-Cabell Williams will discuss the impact women had and continue to have on the banking industry. Register Here, beginning May 25th.
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Scam and Fraud Prevention
Thursday, June 20, 2019 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Central Library, 7051 Lucy Corr Boulevard, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
Learn from the Better Business Bureau of Virginia how to protect yourself or your business from fraud, scams and identity theft! Register Here, beginning June 6th.
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Intro to DSLR Photography
Thursday, July 18, 2019 | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Central Library, 7051 Lucy Corr Boulevard, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832
This fast-paced two hour workshop will introduce you to many of the features of your DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera. The workshop will take place in the Makerspace. Register Here, beginning July 4th.
C&F Coffee Connection
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
2545 Bellwood Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23237
BizWorks will host our monthly C&F Coffee Connection, to hear Danielle Fitz-Hugh and The Team. They will share with us the exciting happenings at the Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. We will learn the many benefits of membership, and how important our Chamber is in making Chesterfield County a great place to live, work, and raise our families. This event is free to the public. Contact us to register.
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Lunch and Learn
Thursday, June 27, 2019 | 11:45 AM–1:00 PM
2545 Bellwood Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23237
BizWorks will host Colin MacLeod, Celtic Fiddle Guru at our monthly Lunch and Learn. Colin is a world renowned Celtic musician who mixes beautiful melodies with enlightening information to help us expand our minds. This event is free to the public. Contact us to register.
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