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• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

Join local business professionals and local and state legislators for the 10th Valley Business Summit, a time to come together to discuss the workforce opportunities and challenges in our area.

This event will feature special guest speaker Virginia Secretary of Labor Bryan Slater, as well as a panel with local delegates.

The SWaM Vendor Fair will offer a wealth of contacts for marketing your goods and services and provide an 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 Tuesday, August 1st 2023. 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 Theme:“Back to the Future”
SWaM Vendor Fair Table Registration: $75

Event Website:https://www.jmu.edu/procurement/vendor-fair.shtml

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS WORKSHOP.
PLEASE VIEW OTHER DATES ON OUR CALENDAR.

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THIS WORKSHOP.
PLEASE VIEW OTHER DATES ON OUR CALENDAR.

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

In celebration of Global Women in Entrepreneurship Week, the Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship will be organizing a showcase to highlight local female entrepreneurs from throughout the Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy light refreshments while browsing their products and learning about their unique entrepreneurial journeys.

In partnership with Women for Madison, Shenandoah Community Capital Fund, Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center, and the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, we aim to bring the JMU community and local community together to support female-led companies and learn from their stories.

Click here to see what women-owned business’s will be in attendance at this year’s Women in Entrepreneurship Week showcase.

THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Please view our calendar for upcoming dates.

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

Join us for an informative session at Explore More Discovery Museum in Harrisonburg, VA, tailored for businesses keen on elevating their HR strategies, compliance, and leadership. This event will delve deep into pertinent topics that can shape the way you look at HR and employee benefits.

Learn about upcoming changes to employment law, explore a range of topics related to leadership development, and engage in a critical discussion on the future of DEI. Our expert speakers will share their knowledge and experiences, giving you practical tips and advice to implement in your own organization. Network with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and gain valuable connections.

Topics We Will Cover:

What State or Federal Agencies Are Going to Mess with Employers in 2024 and What Should You Be Doing About It?

Strategic Leadership: Beyond Buzzwords
– Is DE&I Dead?
– How to Achieve Work/ Life Balance
– Effective Performance Evaluation
– Leadership Development and Upskilling

*The topics to be covered are subject to change based on audience feedback and preferences to ensure the most relevant and impactful content is delivered.

Speakers:

Sheri Bender, SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified Consultant at Pulse HR Solutions, LLC: A veteran in HR with over 25 years of experience, Sheri is a Leadership Trainer and Certified Diversity Executive with a profound commitment to transforming workplace cultures through strategic DE&I and leadership initiatives.

Cathy Welsh, Attorney at Flora Pettit: Cathy specializes in guiding clients through complex employment challenges, compliance issues, and risk management, while also sharing her expertise through speaking engagements and active involvement in HR and business organizations.Cathy will discuss the latest trends and best practices in employment law and compliance issues.

Event Highlights:

Light refreshments will be provided by Dayton Catering Co.

Dedicated time for networking to connect with peers and industry professionals.

Engaging Q&A sessions after each presentation, ensuring your specific concerns are addressed.

Sponsors:

A special thank you to our sponsors, Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center, Dayton Catering Co. & Event Planning, Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, and McGriff Insurance Services for making this event possible.

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting, this event promises to equip you with the knowledge and resources to enhance your leadership practices. Reserve your spot today and position your business for success!

The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity invites you to attend the 2024 Small Business Symposium: Meet Your Business Resources.

This is your chance to connect with local government economic development, counselors and mentors, finance resources, small business training resources, etc. at the business resources exhibit hall.

A room full of FREE resources for your small business.

Hosted by James Madison University

Atlantic Union Bank Center 645 University Blvd, Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States

• Do you reside in the Shenandoah Valley area of Virginia and are thinking about starting a new business?
• Do you have questions about how to move forward?
• Are you considering moving your hobby into a more structured business form?
• Have you already started your small business and now realize you may have missed a few things?

Your Shenandoah Valley SBDC has answers, information, and resources to help!

In our Start Smart Workshops, we discuss the path to good decisions and a successful start. You’ll learn to take a thorough 360° approach to your business and all its components – from product development to target marketing to financial projections and bookkeeping. We also cover the regulations and registrations you need to know.

Follow-up appointments are then available with SBDC business advisors to focus on your individual business growth needs.

Thank you for your registration to Start Smart Workshop. Please let Rosie know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to rigglerc@jmu.edu

Thank You! Barry Henderson, Shenandoah Valley SBDC