Aug
1
Tue
Valley Business Summit @ Plecker Center, Blue Ridge Community College
Aug 1 @ 8:45 am – 12:30 pm

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.

Agenda: 
8:45- Registration/ Resource Fair Open/ Networking
9:15 – Welcome and Keynote Speaker Secretary Bryan Slater
10:30 – Resource Fair/Networking
11:00 – Feedback Forum with Delegates
Noon – Event Concludes
Aug
24
Thu
The Small Business Guide to Effective Remote Work @ online
Aug 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Remote work is rapidly becoming the norm for small businesses across industries. With advantages like lower overhead, wider access to talent, improved employee satisfaction, and streamlined workflows, it’s no surprise that remote SMBs are outperforming fully in-person or hybrid companies. But where do you start as a small business owner looking to take advantage of remote work? How can you build a successful remote team and maintain productivity and engagement? Join us for this webinar as we share expert insights and practical tips for running a thriving remote small business. From setting up the right systems and processes to fostering strong communication and collaboration, we’ll cover everything you need to know to build a successful and high-performing remote team. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to the next level.

Speaker(s): Tammy Bjelland, CEO Workplaceless

Co-Sponsor(s): Laurel Ridge SBDC