Which are the best franchises to invest in today, and what does it take to open a franchise in Virginia?
Whether you are able to operate a franchise full-time, or you want to run a business semi-passively while working a day job, learn more about…
- how the franchise industry has changed since the pandemic
- how the customers have changed
- what the next big opportunities are in franchising!
We will also discuss common pitfalls to obstacles to success. You won’t want to miss this!
By registering for this seminar, you grant Virginia SBDC permission to share your name and email address with the speaker.
A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration – a day before before the event – please be on the lookout for it.
Speaker(s): Heather Rosen, President of FranNet of Virginia and D.C.
Co-Sponsor(s): FranNet of Virginia and DC, a franchise advisory and development services firm with 50+ offices in North America
- 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
The following webinar is being facilitated by the Virginia APEX Accelerator at the Mason Enterprise Center (MEC)
In this class we will showcase the federal landscape and you will have the ability on how to consider your scope, scale and size for any contracting opportunities. We will discuss how to display your relevant past performance which match or exceeds government requirements. You will also learn how your past performances are rated by the buyers.
About the instructor: Daryl Corley, Virginia APEX Accelerator Procurement Counselor
More than 30 years of contracting experience with comprehensive contract Life Cycle support in reviewing initial procurements package for accuracy to contract closeout. Most recently, he worked as a Senior Consultant for MSDS Consultant Services, LLC, which included working with the diverse business community, and clients on contractual issues, provide training material for stakeholders and clients — instructing classes on contract regulatory compliance in the federal government. He created a best practice mentor protégé program by combining governmental and commercial organizations.
Previously, he worked as a consultant/trainer for CACI providing government business solutions and services. In these positions, he demonstrated the ability to resolve a variety of issues (such as acquisition and supply systems, integration, data mapping and analysis service, system testing, training customers, and software malfunctions. He also provided consultant support creating solicitation matrixes, market research, acquisition plans at the contracting offices for the various agencies. Daryl is also a Service Disabled Veteran and dedicated to assisting Veteran Entrepreneurs.