Small Business and Entrepreneur Networking Event

The NVTC Small Business and Entrepreneur Committee is hosting a networking happy hour to unite members of the region's emerging business and entrepreneur community. This event is a great opportunity to discover your future business partners and grow your company in a relaxed atmosphere. You can't afford to miss this networking opportunity! 

Presented by the NVTC Small Business and Entrepreneur Committee
Date:
September 22, 2014 

Time:
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Registration and Networking -

Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsor: Morrison & Foerster
Gold Sponsor: Cox Business
Silver Sponsor: Loudoun Economic Development; Thompson Greenspon

The Entrepreneur Center @NVTC Business Partner:
Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® 
- See more at: http://www.nvtc.org/events/geteventinfo.php?event=ECNE-15#sthash.aqKTlpNz.dpuf


Location:
TBD

Cost:
Member: $ 10.00
Non-Member: $ 20.00

Walk-in Prices:
Member: $ 20.00 / Non-Member: $ 30.00

Walk-ins will be accepted on a space-available basis. - See more at: http://www.nvtc.org/events/geteventinfo.php?event=ECNE-15#sthash.aqKTlpNz.dpuf

Register here

Virginia Business & Community Expo

Microsoft releases patch for newest IE bug

Fix It Now or Pay For It Later!

There's a new zero-day Internet Explorer vulnerability making the rounds. Here's what you need to know to stay safe. The is especially important for Windows XP users whether in your office or in your home. Make sure all of your operating system updates are up to date before installing.

http://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-releases-patch-for-newest-ie-bug/#. 

Due to the severity of this crisis, Microsoft is releasing an impromptu (also known as "out of bound") patch as of May 1 (Security Update for Internet Explorer 2965111). Although it originally seemed that Windows XP would be left out in the rain, Microsoft has designed the patch for XP as well as currently supported versions of Windows.

It's critical that you run Windows Update ASAP to get the fix or download, approve and release it to your users via your internal patch methodologies (such as Windows Server Updates Services, aka WSUS). You can also download the appropriate version(s) of the patch directly via the above link and install it manually or roll out via scripting strategies.

NAWBO Richmond Membership Social

Join us for a fun evening at Crossroads Art Center as we show our appreciation to you, our members. We want to thank you for your ongoing support. We also invite prospective members to join us to meet our members and learn more about how membership in NAWBO Richmond can benefit you and your business. Thursday April 24, 2014 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM EDT Crossroads Art Center 2016 Staples Mill Road Richmond, VA 23230

How to Reimagine Your Business and Reach Your Full Potential

Live Webinar

There is a myth – we call it the entrepreneurial myth or "EMyth" – that says just because someone starts a business they are an entrepreneur and have the knowledge and know-how to bring a product or service to the marketplace and create a company to support it.

The truth is many business owners start with a passion to work for themselves. It isn't until they begin to juggle all of the operational "hats" to keep the business they realize they don't know what they don’t know.

Let's face it. There's a lot to know about building and running a successful business.

That's why EMyth exists. From the beginning we've made it our business to understand why so many businesses fail to live up to their potential or fail outright. From that understanding we developed the most comprehensive and pragmatic business development program based on our unique philosophy. From start-ups entering the marketplace to more mature enterprises needing to reinvent themselves, the EMyth approach works.

Click to register and learn "How to Reimagine Your Busiiness and Reach Your Full Potential

How to Reimagine Your Business and Reach Your Full Potential 

Wednesday, September 11th 12 pm ET/ 9 am PT

Presented by: Neil Christiansen, CEO of Capital Financial Network and CEO of Evolve Coaching Group

Business After Hours

Do you want to increase the visibility of your company? Are you looking for ways to connect with potential customers? Would you like to share your company's products and services with a wide network of business people? Business After Hours is a casual, after-work social featuring tabletop exhibits, refreshments and door prizes. The event is held twice yearly at various member locations.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS presented by United Healthcare FALL 2013 Thursday, October 3, 2013 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Stony Point IV 8720 Stony Point Pkwy, 3rd Floor Richmond, VA 23235 > map Parking: Free, on-site. Click here to learn more.

SWAM Opportunity - Vendor Fair

Mark Your Calendars for August 7, 2013

Festival & Student Conference Center

A Vendor Fair” will offer a wealth of contacts for marketing your goods and services. The  vendor fair will provide opportunity to make personal contact with some of the 600+ JMU departmental buyers. The event is scheduled to take place at the James Madison University Festival Center on August 7, 2013.

The morning will begin with a networking luncheon to meet with other SWAM vendors and the JMU Procurement Services buyers.  As the fair gets underway in the afternoon you'll meet with many JMU departmental buyers and faculty as well as numerous buyers from other state, local, and private organizations.

Event Details - http://www.jmu.edu/procurement/SWAM_Vendor_Agenda.pdf   

Vendor Registration - http://www.jmu.edu/procurement/Vendor_Fair_Registration.pdf  

More Info: http://www.jmu.edu/ubo/pay/SWAM/  

 Registration form must be submitted to:

  Procurement Services, MSC 5720, 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807

Fax Number:540-568-7935 

DMBE's Business Matchmaking Event at Virginia State University

You will have the opportunity to discuss your company’s capabilities and meet with procurement officers who are eager to meet new firms and hear about the latest expanded services of existing businesses.

This event is expected to sell out quickly.  The vendor booth spaces are sold out, but we are still accepting vendor registrations to attend the event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here to learn more.

Boom or Bust Part 2: Racing to the Finish of FY13

Don't miss this interactive panel discussion about what small businesses can be doing to win government work in these last few months of FY13.

Panelists will include representatives from SBA and GSA, and several small business leaders in government contracting.

The event will be held in the Tower Club at Tyson's Corner, VA on Friday, June 28th from 7:30-9:30am

RSVP HERE 

Small Business Resource

Did you know that approximately 95% of Virginia businesses are small businesses and that Small, Women- and Minority-owed businesses are the source of most new jobs in Virginia?

Unfortunately for these hardworking, talented entrepreneurs, growing a successful business is not an easy task. For most small businesses, opportunities and capital funding--the lifeblood of any successful business are significantly more difficult to access.

DMBE is the state agency dedicated to enhancing the participation of small, women, minority, and service disabled veteran-owned businesses in Virginia's procurement opportunities.

Learn More Here http://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/files/resourceguide_3155.pdf 

PW Business Academy - Put Technology to Work for Your Business

Prince William Chamber of Commerce
9720 Capital Court, Suite 203
Manassas, VA 20110
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In this nuts and bolts seminar, small business owners will learn about technology systems that drive their businesses. They will explore current trends and learn how to integrate them into their offices. Students will be fully informed on how integrated systems can reduce downtime in their workplace, and will leave the two-hour session knowing how to apply modern technology to solve IT problems. 

The seminar will show value in IT Support for all levels of business needs, providing practical solutions for the specific needs of each attendee. Learn the value of an "outsourced IT department” as well as simple break-fix scenarios you can take care of in-house. Learn about cloud computing and connectivity as well as when and how to grow information technology. 

By the end of this seminar, students will understand how a streamlined system will equal less downtime and lower anxiety about emergent trends and technology as they relate to each company. Featured topics include:
· IT Basics
· Cloud Computing
· Connectivity
· Evaluating IT Platforms 
· Telephony Options
· Telephony Nuts and Bolts
· Integrating Voice and Data to save money
· Pitfalls and Advantages or paperless office
· The Creative Process – the Web
· Measuring Success

Ask about special pricing for multiple attendees or multiple classes. 

Contact Name: Anita Duecaster
Phone Number: 703-368-6600
Email: aduecaster@pwchamber.org