All Classes

COST: $0

Boots to Business – Fort Myer (Army)

Dr. Les Taylor
Boots to Business is for transitioning military service members and takes place on 17 military bases in the CBP’s VBOC service..
CLASS TYPE: VBOC
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
COST: $60

BFC Creating a Strong Credit Profile (Business & Personal) 1/21/20

Roderick Johnson
Starting or managing a business takes time, money and credit, and so much more. Having great credit is worth more than gold in th..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
COST: $75

Options for Funding Your Business 1-23-20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Do you need financing for your small business? Learn about the different ways of getting traditional financing from banks &..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Thursday, January 23, 2020
COST: $0

NEW: SBDC Employee Benefits & Retention 1/23/20

Nelli Klygina
In this class participants will understand the general features of employee benefits and important considerations for employers wh..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Thursday, January 23, 2020
COST: $50

Vet Becoming 8(a) Certified 1/28/20

Aditi Dussault
This training will help prepare interested businesses for application to the 8(a) program. “Vet. So You Want to be a Federal Con..
CLASS TYPE: VBOC
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
COST: $50

NEW: WBC Legal and Tax Considerations When Forming Your Entity 1/29/20

Rebecca Geller
Many entrepreneurs form their corporations on the advice of friends and family. Some will consult with an attorney. But there are ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 1/30/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Thursday, January 30, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Introduction to Business Planning 1/30/20

Cindy Butler
(Formerly WBC ABC’s) Writing a business plan can be a daunting process. Understanding the key components of what makes up a ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, January 30, 2020
COST: $10

NEW: WBC Artists/Makers Intro to Business Planning 1/30/20

Cindy Butler
(Formerly WBC’s ABC’s) What makes a successful entrepreneur? How can you ensure that your business idea is strong and ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, January 30, 2020
COST: $0

NEW: SBDC Bank Your Success: Growing Your Business 1/30/20

Paul DellaPenta
Learning Objectives: Specific needs vary based on business types, but upon completion of Growing Your Business, participants shoul..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Thursday, January 30, 2020

Entrepreneurship 101: Starting a Business in Fairfax County (Feb)

Karen Smaw
Thinking of starting a business? Got a business idea but don’t know where to start? Looking for resources to grow and exp..
CLASS TYPE: FairCoEDA
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 2/4/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
COST: $115

WBC Quickbooks I ONLINE 2/5/20

Bob LeMay
Introduction to QuickBooks I Online version for PC’s and Accounting Fundamentals which, includes but not limited to: • You..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
COST: NO COST

NEW: BIC OSHA 101 for Small Business 2/6/20

Jim Motley
In this workshop you will learn more about what OSHA is, why it exists, who it applies to and how it affects small business owners..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Thursday, February 6, 2020
COST: $60

SBDC Understanding Small Business Taxes 2/6/20

Bob LeMay
Do you know how the structure of your business affects the way you pay taxes? Are you keeping detailed records of your business fi..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Thursday, February 6, 2020
COST: $35

BIC Intro to Social Media for Small Business 2/7/20

Jasmine Smith
Do you want to learn how to use social media to promote your business and engage your audience? This workshop will cover the basic..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Friday, February 7, 2020
COST: $10

WBC First Friday Business Networking 2/7/20

Cindy Butler
First Friday Networking Breakfast from 8am – 9:30am. If you want do a 30 second introduction of yourself and your business (..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Friday, February 7, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Planning for Profit in Your Business 2/11/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
(Formerly WBC Are Your Dollars Making Sense?) Learn how to check your idea for feasibility and how to use financial statements to ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COST: $95

SBDC QuickBooks II: Beyond The Basics 2/12/20

Bob LeMay
QuickBooks II – Beyond the Basics: Learn how to use your accounting data to better manage your company! Profit Center tracki..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 2/13/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Thursday, February 13, 2020
COST: $10

NEW: WBC Marketing for Artists/Makers 2/13/20

Cindy Butler
Marketing for Non-Marketers-Continuing to market while you serve existing customers is a huge challenge for business owners. Learn..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, February 13, 2020
COST: $20

NEW: BIC Lunch and Learn: Government Contracting 101 2/13/20

Lisa Wood
NEW: Are you ready for Government contracting? This information presentation is perfect for those who are considering the Federal ..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Thursday, February 13, 2020
COST: $250

SBDC Launch Your WordPress Website in a Day! 2/17/20

Ray Sidney-Smith
This hands-on workshop for all levels covers how WordPress works & will walk you through the steps for launching your WordPre..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Monday, February 17, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 2/18/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
COST: $35

WBC ABC’s de Cómo Empezar un Negocio en Español 2/18/20

Rosario Valdez
En este Taller nosotros te ayudaremos a entender lo que se necesita para ser un Empresario, licencias y registraciones, selecciona..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
COST: $40

WBC Registering Your Business 2/19/20

Rebecca Geller
Led by an Attorney – Registering Your Business walks you through forms that are needed, ‘links’ to downloads and..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Introduction to Business Planning 2/20/20

Cindy Butler
(Formerly WBC ABC’s) Writing a business plan can be a daunting process. Understanding the key components of what makes up a ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, February 20, 2020
COST: $60

BFC Creating a Strong Credit Profile (Business & Personal) 2/20/20

Roderick Johnson
Starting or managing a business takes time, money and credit, and so much more. Having great credit is worth more than gold in th..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Thursday, February 20, 2020
COST: $75

NEW SBDC Live Chat and Bots on Your Small Business Website 2/21/20

Ray Sidney-Smith
This hands on workshop explains the importance of using live chat or bots on websites today to increase conversions on small busin..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Friday, February 21, 2020
COST: $199

NEW: SBDC/BFC Business Financial Management Series 2/25-26/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
BUSINESS FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT GROWTH SERIES IS A 2-DAY INTENSIVE TRAINING Effective financial management is necessary to grow a su..
CLASS TYPE: SBDC
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Marketing for the Non-Marketer 2/26/20

Cindy Butler
Marketing for Non-Marketers-Continuing to market while you serve existing customers is a huge challenge for business owners. Learn..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
COST: $50

NEW: WBC Thinking of Starting a Nonprofit Organization? 2/27/20

Cindy Butler
This workshop will help you determine if your business idea should result in a not-for-profit entity. We will explore the pros and..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, February 27, 2020
COST: $0

Entrepreneurship 101: Starting a Business in Fairfax County (Mar)

Karen Smaw
Thinking of starting a business? Got a business idea but don’t know where to start? Looking for resources to grow and exp..
CLASS TYPE: FairCoEDA
Thursday, March 5, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 3/5/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Thursday, March 5, 2020
COST: $10

WBC First Friday Business Networking 3/6/20

Cindy Butler
First Friday Networking Breakfast from 8am – 9:30am. If you want do a 30 second introduction of yourself and your business (..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Friday, March 6, 2020
COST: $25

Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs 3/10/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Micro-Financing is a key funding strategy to start or grow micro-enterprises (less than 10 employees). This workshop is designed ..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
COST: $0

Preparing for Funding 3-10-20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea as to what documenta..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
COST: $10

NEW: WBC Artists/Makers Finance Options 3/12/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Marketing for Non-Marketers-Continuing to market while you serve existing customers is a huge challenge for business owners. Learn..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, March 12, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 3/17/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
COST: $75

BFC Options for Funding Your Business 3/18/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Do you need financing for your small business? Learn about the different ways of getting traditional financing from banks &..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
COST: $40

WBC Registering Your Business 3/18/20

Rebecca Geller
Led by an Attorney – Registering Your Business walks you through forms that are needed, ‘links’ to downloads and..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
COST: $50

BIC Next Level Social Media for Small Business 3/20/20

Jasmine Smith
Take your businesses’ social media strategy to the next level! In this intermediate level workshop we’ll learn to get ..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Friday, March 20, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Introduction to Business Planning 3/24/20

Cindy Butler
(Formerly WBC ABC’s) Writing a business plan can be a daunting process. Understanding the key components of what makes up a ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
COST: No Cost

NEW: WBC Local Library Business Research…Yea, They Got That! 3/24/20

Vladimir Shutov
Local Library Business Research: Are you missing out? A free library card opens access to dozens of premium information resources ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Marketing for the Non-Marketer 3/26/20

Cindy Butler
Marketing for Non-Marketers-Continuing to market while you serve existing customers is a huge challenge for business owners. Learn..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, March 26, 2020
COST: $60

BFC Creating a Strong Credit Profile (Business & Personal) 3/31/20

Roderick Johnson
Starting or managing a business takes time, money and credit, and so much more. Having great credit is worth more than gold in th..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 4/7/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
COST: $50

NEW: Vet HUBZone 101 4/7/20

Aditi Dussault
The federal government’s goal is to award at least three percent of all federal contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified sma..
CLASS TYPE: VET
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
COST: $20

NEW: BIC Lunch and Learn: Getting Through SAM & the Dynamic Small Business Search 4/16/20

Lisa Wood
NEW: If you are considering the Federal Marketplace for your business, your first steps are to get complete your registration in b..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Thursday, April 16, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 4/17/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Friday, April 17, 2020
COST: $0

Preparing for Funding 4-21-20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea as to what documenta..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
COST: $25

BFC Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs 4/21/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Micro-Financing is a key funding strategy to start or grow micro-enterprises (less than 10 employees). This workshop is designed ..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
COST: No Cost

CBP Small Business Resources Orientation 4/23/20

Sheina Waddell
This is the place to start! Come learn how we work, and how we can best serve you as you start and grow your business! Learn abo..
CLASS TYPE: All
Thursday, April 23, 2020
COST: $40

NEW: WBC Planning for Profit in Your Business 4/30/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
(Formerly WBC Are Your Dollars Making Sense?) Learn how to check your idea for feasibility and how to use financial statements to ..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Thursday, April 30, 2020
COST: $75

BFC Options for Funding Your Business 5/1/20

Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Do you need financing for your small business? Learn about the different ways of getting traditional financing from banks & mi..
CLASS TYPE: BFC
Friday, May 1, 2020
COST: $35

BIC Intro to Social Media for Small Business 5/8/20

Jasmine Smith
Do you want to learn how to use social media to promote your business and engage your audience? This workshop will cover the basic..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Friday, May 8, 2020
COST: $115

WBC Quickbooks I ONLINE 5/12-14/20

Bob LeMay
Introduction to QuickBooks I Online version for PC’s and Accounting Fundamentals which, includes but not limited to: • You..
CLASS TYPE: WBC
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
COST: $50

BIC Next Level Social Media for Small Business 6/26/20

Jasmine Smith
Take your businesses’ social media strategy to the next level! In this intermediate level workshop we’ll learn to get ..
CLASS TYPE: BIC
Friday, June 26, 2020

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