Mar
23
Thu
Introduction to Schedule C and Business Recordkeeping @ Virtual Webinar
Mar 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Good recordkeeping plays a pivotal part in the success of your business, and it also plays a huge role in the preparation of your income tax return. During this presentation we will do a brief overview of Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business, and discuss recordkeeping for your Schedule C.

During the presentation we will address:

  • the uses of recordkeeping
  • how to calculate gross profit and gross income
  • how to calculate net profit or loss
  • how to identify and deduct expenses
  • how to document income and expenses
  • recordkeeping timeframes

A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration, please be on the lookout for it.


Presenter: Anika Pompey, Senior Stakeholder Liaison with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Mar
28
Tue
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
Mar 28 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
  • 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.

Please find the Zoom link and review PDF Workbook attached in the reminder email 48 hours in advance. Please let me know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to duganaj@jmu.edu

Thank You! Allison Dugan, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

Apr
11
Tue
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
Apr 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
  • 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.

Please find the Zoom link and review PDF Workbook attached in the reminder email 48 hours in advance. Please let me know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to duganaj@jmu.edu

Thank You! Allison Dugan, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

Apr
25
Tue
Fundability for Small Businesses @ Virtual Webinar
Apr 25 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

This seminar is being offered in a hybrid format. You can choose to attend virtually via Zoom or attend in person at 1125 Emancipation Hwy, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. This two hour seminar will help attendees understand how to be more marketable to small business lenders. The seminar will detail the documents needed and the expectations of some lenders. Key takeaways: 1. Key factors that affect fundability 2. Tips to improve your small businesses capability to get funding 3. Gain greater insight into small business funding sources 4. Real talk – awareness of next steps, goals, and a possible strategy to gain funding

Speaker(s): Johnnie Lloyd, MOL Serial entrepreneur with over 47 years of expertise in leadership, financial acumen, and problem-solving in corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations. Chief Visionary Officer for Johnnie Lloyd and Associates, 4 Rivers Consultants Firm, and she is passionate about Economic Justice (opportunity) under Raise Up Nation, a 501C3 organization. She specifically partners with CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs unleashing their superpowers. Preparing people and organizations for greater levels of productivity and profitability. The problem she concentrates on strategically is resources – management of things and leadership of people, with a goal of making hard things understandable and relatable. Dynamic high-energy speaker, author, coach, and facilitator empowering transformational development. President of the National Speakers Association of Virginia, SCORE mentor, YMCA Board member and active in her church, and high school mentor for Teen Enrichment.

Co-Sponsor(s):

If you need further assistance or have a question, please contact us at (540) 654-1383

May
2
Tue
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
May 2 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Start Smart Workshop @ Virtual Webinar
  • 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.

Please find the Zoom link and review PDF Workbook attached in the reminder email 48 hours in advance. Please let me know if you are unable to attend or have questions via email to duganaj@jmu.edu

Thank You! Allison Dugan, Shenandoah Valley SBDC

Selling Into Healthcare – Medical Devices @ nnovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP)
May 2 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Selling into the healthcare industry can be difficult due to the complexity of its buying ecosystem. During this session, the ICAP team will discuss the healthcare industry’s overall buying ecosystem, as well as the different pathways available, specifically for medical devices. To register for this event, please complete the survey linked here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SellingIntoHealthcare.

May
17
Wed
SBDC Workshop and Office Hours @ GARCC Office
May 17 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center offers professional business advice, training, and information resources to help grow and strengthen local businesses. Our experts advise, train, and inform small businesses to help them achieve success.
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Diane McCarthy, Business Advisor, once a month for a helpful workshop and open office hours 10am-4pm.
May
18
Thu
The Global Launchpad @ Irving Theater, CODE Building
May 18 @ 12:45 pm – 5:15 pm

Virginia SBDC’s International Business Development (IBD) Program evaluates startups for export potential and assists startups and existing businesses to compete globally via one-on-one technical assistance and connection to state, national and international resources.Recognizing these specific opportunities and challenges for technology enabled startups, the Virginia SBDC is convening a one-day event in Charlottesville, VA that will bring experts and successful global startups to share their experience entering foreign markets. Specifically, the program will:

  •  Highlight startups that have had success in global markets.
  •  Provide compliance training for early stage companies to understand when and how export controls might impact their business.
  • Host IP and trademark filing training for startups with a focus on how to mitigate costs and prioritize markets for IP protection.
  • Present information on the proper storage and handling of data in foreign markets with a focus on the European Union.
  •  Introduce the taxpayer-funded resources available to companies for global expansion.

**Purchasing multiple tickets for your organization? Add 1 General Admission ticket at $40 and then apply the “GlobalPass” (case sensitive) promo code to unlock $26 discounted tickets for others on your team! Contact Shira Goldeen at events@cvsbdc.org with any questions.**

Program Agenda

  • Remarks from Antwaun Griffin, Head of Socially Responsible Purchasing, Amazon Business
  • Securing Intellectual Property Rights in Foreign Markets
  • Top Regulatory Compliance Issues for STEM Exporters
  • Proper Data Handling Under GDPR
  • Ample opportunities for networking with panelists, resource providers, and the startup community, culminating with a closing reception featuring hors d’oeuvres and Virginia craft beverages
Jun
28
Wed
Start Smart Workshop @ SV SBDC
Jun 28 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • 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

Jul
11
Tue
Start Smart Workshop @ SV SBDC
Jul 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • 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

Jul
19
Wed
SBDC Workshop and Office Hours @ GARCC Office
Jul 19 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center offers professional business advice, training, and information resources to help grow and strengthen local businesses. Our experts advise, train, and inform small businesses to help them achieve success.
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Diane McCarthy, Business Advisor, once a month for a helpful workshop and open office hours 10am-4pm.
Aug
15
Tue
Start Smart Workshop @ SV SBDC
Aug 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • 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

Aug
16
Wed
SBDC Workshop and Office Hours @ GARCC Office
Aug 16 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center offers professional business advice, training, and information resources to help grow and strengthen local businesses. Our experts advise, train, and inform small businesses to help them achieve success.
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Diane McCarthy, Business Advisor, once a month for a helpful workshop and open office hours 10am-4pm.
Aug
31
Thu
Start Smart Workshop @ SV SBDC
Aug 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • 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

Sep
14
Thu
Start Smart Workshop @ SV SBDC
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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