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SUMMARY:Simple Business Plan Bootcamp March 2024
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\n\n\nCreate a Basic Plan for Your Small Business\nAll businesses need a plan to succeed.\nYour plan drives critical decisions and actions that determine whether you succeed or fail. Identifying your core customers\, important activities and key resources can make sure you’re focusing your business on profitability and growth \nUnfortunately\, the business planning process can be confusing and complicated. The format of a traditional business plan can be long\, lengthy and intimidating to write. Knowing what information is critical to include and knowing where to get that information can result in a plan that isn’t helpful or ends up on the shelf ignored. \nIn this two-session class we will take a fresh look at how to create a plan that works for your small business. One that is less confusing\, gives you the ability to make important decisions\, and helps you figure out how to determine what information you really need before you execute the plan. SBDC Manager Eric Byrd will walk you through building your own simple business plan using The Business Model Canvas and other tools so you can easily chart a course for success. \nIn the first session (part one) you will identify the 5 Elements of Your Plan and define the structure of your business concept. This is the foundation of your plan and of your business once you open your doors at launch time. Also in the first session (part one)\, you will discover how to identify your core Customer Segments and Value Proposition to map out what you need to know to turn your idea into an actual operational business. Between the sessions you will do research and gather information about your key customers and value proposition to include in your basic plan. In the second session (part two) you will learn how to use your value proposition information to map out your business model and identify ways to confirm your concept using the data gathering and validation techniques. Also in the second session\, you will be exposed to the three core Business Finance concepts you will need to understand to turn your idea into a functioning business. Throughout the process you will be able to ask questions and identify the specific information you need to have to create the right plan for your specific business. \n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd\, Manager\, Loudoun SBDC \nFee: $0 No Cost \nTwo Sessions:\n(Part 1) Thursday\, March 7th\, 2024  10:00am – 12:00pm\n(Part 2) Thursday\, March 14th\, 2024  10:00am – 12:00pm\nNOTE: Registration closes 24 hours before start of first class.
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays with the SBA: Market Research w/ Census data and other free tools
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\n\nTopic: Market Research w/ Census data and other free tools \nGrab your lunch and join us the first Thursday of each month to learn more about SBA programs and network with other small business owners. \nMarket research is an integral step in creating your business plan\, identifying your competition\, and identifying your market. In this workshop we will cover free resources to find market research data using the following databases: \n\nCensus Business Builder\nInternational Trade Data\nTrade Group Data\nESRI\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n  \n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Martin Short\, Lead Economic Development Specialist & Public Information Officer \nIf you need further assistance or have a question\, please contact us at (540) 654-1383 \n  \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://dev.cvsbdc.laughingrhino.com/event/first-thursdays-with-the-sba-market-research-w-census-data-and-other-free-tools/
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SUMMARY:Pitch Preview
DESCRIPTION:Virginia early-stage innovative entrepreneurs:  Charlottesville Angel Network (CAN) and Virginia Small Business Development Center (VSBDC) have joined forces to help you polish your pitch presentation.\nCAN and VSBDC are offering four pitch practice opportunities in 2024\, with accredited angel investors in attendance. There is no cost to participate and presenter(s) will leave with actionable feedback from these angel investors. \nThree applicants will be selected for each Pitch Preview event\, held the first Thursday of the selected months\, between 12:00-2:00 pm. Attendees commit to thirty minute time slots consisting of: 5 minutes to join and meet angels\, 15 minutes to pitch\, and 10 minutes for feedback. Events will be held virtually over Zoom\, hosted by Central Virginia SBDC. \n**This is not an application for funding or a formal presentation to request investment.** \nFor more detailed qualification information and to apply\, please read\, and if eligible\, submit an application for consideration in the program. If you aren’t sure if you are ready or if you should apply\, email events@dev.cvsbdc.laughingrhino.com to complete a request for counseling form for a confidential meeting. \n\nApply for Pitch Preview\, March 7\nDeadline to apply: February 29 \n\n 
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