Community Business Partneship

Grants vs. Loans – What’s Right for You?_Jun 18
2025-06-18 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Not all funding is created equal. Do you know which option best fits your business needs?
This training is designed to help startups, solopreneurs, and small business owners understand the key differences between grants and loans—and how to determine which is right for your business stage and goals.
In this session, you’ll learn:

The pros and cons of business grants and microloans
Eligibility requirements and application processes for each
Realistic timelines and expectations for receiving funding
How to strategically choose the right financing mix for your business

Whether you’re early in your journey or exploring your next phase of growth, this training will help you make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls in the funding process.
Pair this class with CBP’s signature course, “Options for Funding Your Business,” offered the same day, to get a full picture of your financing options—from bootstrapping to loans, grants, and equity. Together, these sessions provide a strong foundation for building your personalized capital strategy.

INSTRUCTOR
The class is presented by Karlene Sinclair-Robinson, Director, Business Finance Center at Community Business Partnership.

VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE
You may attend the session at our location or virtually via Zoom. More information available upon registering.

HYBRID ATTENDANCE
Hybrid events offer the opportunity to attend in person. The in-person option is on a first-come, first-serve basis based on maximum in-person number of attendees being achieved.
If you would like to attend our Hybrid session in-person, please follow the instructions during the registration process.
Thank you in advance.
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DATE: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
TIME: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET
COST: $0.00
REGISTER HERE

Photographic Release.
I hereby grant and convey to Community Business Partnership (CBP) all right, title and interests in any and all photographs, images,
video or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by CBP in connection with my attendance to this event and future events.

CBP's Lunch & Learn Networking Event - Jun 11
2025-06-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Mastering Summer Sales: Seasonal Strategies to Boost Revenue
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Don’t let summer slow your business down!
Join Community Business Partnership for a dynamic Lunch & Learn Networking Event focused on strategies to keep your revenue strong through the summer months. Whether you’re a product-based business, service provider, or nonprofit with sales goals, this session will equip you with seasonal tools to energize your audience, launch timely campaigns, and capitalize on summer trends.
In this session, you’ll learn:

How to create irresistible summer offers that convert
Creative ways to engage customers during vacation season
Low-cost marketing tactics for summer promotions
Strategies to boost foot traffic or website engagement
Tools to track summer sales performance in real time

Network with other business owners, swap ideas, and leave with actionable insights to make this your best summer yet.
Bring your questions and your business cards!

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SPONSOR: MVB Bank
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DATE: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
COST: $25.00
REGISTER HERE

CPR Training - Fri, Jun 6
2025-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
American Heart BLS CPR Training Class
Every business owner should know how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Why?
Emergencies happen every day! Being able to help an individual who is choking or to help someone suffering a heart attach is critical to their survival.
You could be the everyday ‘Hero’ by helping someone in distress!
Join us at the upcoming training to help you be prepared for such an emergency.
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DATE: Friday, June 6, 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
LOCATION: 6564 Loisdale Ct STE 600, Springfield, VA 22150
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Instructor
Nakita Coleman, AMA Certified Instructor
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PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Registration Deadline: WEDNESDAY, 6/4/2025
NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
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** Please be respectful of everyone’s time by arriving on time. **
**Cancellation Policy **

If you must cancel attending this upcoming training, you must contact us via email no later than May 31st.

If you cannot attend the event and you cancel by May 31st, a transfer to a future CPR training is applicable.

If you do not cancel by May 31st, you will not qualify for a transfer.

No transfer will be applicable if you cancel after May 31st.

Participants whose payments are returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $25 fee.

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Photographic Release.
I hereby grant and convey to Community Business Partnership (CBP) all right, title and interests in any
and all photographs, images, video or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by CBP
in connection with my attendance at this event or any other in the future.
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REGISTER HERE

CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast - Jun 6
2025-06-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Great Networking Opportunity!
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Friday, June 6, 2025
8:00am – 9:30am
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PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 6/5/2025 at 3pm
We look forward to having you join us at our upcoming First Friday Networking Breakfast!
Dress Code: Business Casual
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DONATE TO CBP
We need your help to support even more small business owners!
DONATE HERE
Co-Sponsor(s):
CBP’s Business Finance Center (BFC) and Business Incubation Center (BIC)
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** Please be respectful of everyone’s time by arriving on time. **
**Cancellation Policy **
-Participants whose payments are returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $25 fee.
-This event is non-refundable.
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REGISTER HERE

Introduction to Business Planning - Jun 3
2025-06-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Online Only_Virtual
VIRTUAL-ONLY _ FREE SESSION
Writing a business plan can be a daunting process. Understanding the key components of what makes up a business plan and how to use it is essential to startup and small business success.
This training session is designed to give you an overview of the make-up of a plan you can use. It will help you identify the feasibility of your business idea and what you should include in your plan. The session will help you demystify myths and misconceptions, provide do’s and don’ts and more.
This class will give you the framework for an actual business plan from a lender’s perspective.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
TIME: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
Online Only_Virtual
Registration Deadline: 6/3/2025 12:00 PM
REGISTER HERE

Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs
2025-05-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Only_Virtual
VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE ONLY
Micro-Financing is a powerful and practical tool to help launch or grow your micro-enterprise.
When traditional financing methods like bank loans aren’t accessible, microloans can offer the capital you need to move forward. Whether you’re starting a new business, operating as a solopreneur, or running a small business that doesn’t qualify for conventional funding, this training will help you understand how microloans can work for you.
In this session, you’ll learn:

What microloans are and how they differ from traditional loans
Who qualifies for microloans and how to apply
How to build a financing plan using microloans as a strategic option
Best practices for using loan funds to support business success and sustainability

Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality—or take your micro-enterprise to the next level?
Join us to explore how micro-financing can unlock new opportunities and empower your journey as a business owner.
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Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Thursday, May 29, 2025
TIME: 6:00PM -8:00 PM ET
REGISTER HERE

Preparing for Funding - May 21
2025-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
HYBRID ATTENDANCE
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it?
This training session will help you understand the fundamentals of preparing for funding.
You will learn what lenders look for on key financial documents including your personal financial statement, debt scheduled, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasts, and other financial components of a solid loan package.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
TIME: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
REGISTER HERE

WEBINAR - Registering Your Business in VA & DC | May 20
2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Online Only_Virtual
Registering Your Business
Webinar led by an Attorney – Registering Your Business in VA & DC walks you through steps that are needed and outlines processes of becoming a legal business entity. This workshop guides you through legal entity forms, and federal, state and local registrations as our instructor explains the benefits and drawbacks of choosing from the various entity structures and how to actually start a business while also addressing intellectual property matters for business owners and other legal questions relating to contracts and legal business matters.
Join us, virtually, for this informative session! Webinar link and details provided upon registration.
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DATE: Tue, May 20, 2025
TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
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HOSTED BY:

REGISTER HERE

CBP’s Entrepreneurial Book Club Networking Meetup
2025-05-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE ONLY
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TOPIC: How Your Habits Impact Your Business Success
Books to Consider:
Taming Your Gremlin by Rick Carson
Disrupt Yourself by Whitney Johnson
Ever wondered how your habits might chart the success or failure of your business?
Explore how the habits you form—and the ones you let go of—shape your success as an entrepreneur and business leader. This month, we’ll dive into Taming Your Gremlin by Rick Carson and Disrupt Yourself by Whitney Johnson, two powerful guides for personal and professional growth.
In Taming Your Gremlin, Carson helps us recognize and quiet the inner critic that holds us back from clarity, confidence, and effective decision-making. You’ll learn how to develop more mindful habits and interrupt the self-sabotaging patterns that often sneak into our daily routines and leadership styles.
Meanwhile, Disrupt Yourself encourages us to lean into change, embrace calculated risks, and rewire our thinking for growth. Johnson’s framework helps business owners challenge the status quo—especially their own habits—to unlock innovation and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Together, these books offer a fresh perspective on how self-awareness and intentional habit-building can empower you to grow your business from the inside out.

IN-PERSON ONLY
Friday, May 16, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET
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We look forward to having you join us at our first ever book club meeting!
** Please be respectful of everyone’s time by arriving on time. **
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BOOK DONATIONS ACCEPTED
CBP is currently accepting books that are new or in great condition as part of our entrepreneurial educational efforts.
If you would like to donate to our entrepreneurial book drive, please contact us.
Contact CBP
Financial Donations

Donate Here
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Photographic Release.
I hereby grant and convey to Community Business Partnership (CBP) all right, title and interests in any and all photographs, images, video or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by CBP in connection with my attendance to this event and future events.
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Co-Sponsor(s):
CBP’s Business Finance Center (BFC) and Business Incubation Center (BIC)
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REGISTER HERE

Options for Funding Your Business - May 13
2025-05-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Do you need financing to start up or expand your small business? Do you need to understand what financing solutions could work for you and your business? Have you been denied access to capital and don’t understand why? If so, this financing session is for you.
Learn how to qualify for and access traditional financing from banks, Microloan programs, SBA loans, and non-traditional ways including Crowdfunding, Equipment financing, Angel investing and much more.
This training session will be an interactive workshop to help you understand the types of financing you could access.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center

HYBRID EVENT NOTE:
Hybrid events offer the opportunity to attend in person. The in-person option is on a first-come, first-serve basis based on maximum in-person number of attendees being achieved.
If you would like to attend our Hybrid session in-person, please follow the instructions during the registration process.
Thank you in advance.
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DATE: Tuesday, May 13th
TIME: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
COST: $25.00
REGISTER HERE

Introduction to Business Planning - May 5
2025-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Only_Virtual
VIRTUAL-ONLY _ FREE SESSION
Writing a business plan can be a daunting process. Understanding the key components of what makes up a business plan and how to use it is essential to startup and small business success.
This training session is designed to give you an overview of the make-up of a plan you can use. It will help you identify the feasibility of your business idea and what you should include in your plan. The session will help you demystify myths and misconceptions, provide do’s and don’ts and more.
This class will give you the framework for an actual business plan from a lender’s perspective.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Monday, May 5th
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
Online Only_Virtual
Registration Deadline: 4/29/2025 4:00 PM
REGISTER HERE

CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast - May 2
2025-05-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Celebrating Small Business Owners!

TOPIC: Celebrating Small Business Success – It’s All About You!
National Small Business Week 2025 runs from Sunday, May 4th – May 10th. Celebrating your success is important, and so, we invite you to join us in doing so at our upcoming 1st Friday Networking Breakfast!
Starting, operating, and growing a small business takes courage, tenacity, steadfastness, and a strong belief system to make it work. You put in time and money, while sacrificing so much more to make your business a success! We appreciate and want to celebrate you!
We would love to hear your success story and share it with others! You might be selected to speak at this upcoming event
Presenters: Small Business Owners!
We will select 7-10 business owners to share their experiences and what advice they would give to a new business owner.
Below are some of our clients, agency representatives, and other we’ve had in attendance at past networking breakfasts. Companies represented from across numerous industries including: Cybersecurity, Healthcare, Education/Tutoring, Government, Janitorial, Financial Services, Marketing, and much more.
So, if you would like to be featured at our upcoming celebratory networking breakfast, be sure to submit your success story by the deadline date noted below.
CBP’s Photo Gallery

Success Story Submission
Submission Deadline:
Wed, 4/30/2025
Great Networking Opportunity!
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Friday, May 2, 2025
8:00am – 10:00am
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PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 4/30/2025 at 3pm
NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
We look forward to having you join us at our upcoming First Friday Networking Breakfast!
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DONATE TO CBP
We need your help to support even more small business owners!
DONATE HERE
Co-Sponsor(s):
CBP’s Business Finance Center (BFC) and Business Incubation Center (BIC)
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** Please be respectful of everyone’s time by arriving on time. **
**Cancellation Policy **
-Participants whose payments are returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $25 fee.
-This event is non-refundable.
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REGISTER HERE

Financial Forecasting for Startup Businesses - Apr 29
2025-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Online Only_Virtual
VIRTUAL-ONLY SESSION
This class is focused on helping startups understand how to forecast their revenue, expenses, and expected financial outcomes. The session includes how to forecast growth in a business planning model, how to develop financials numbers that make sense when applying for a loan, and what to expect as one grows a business.
NOTE: Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel would be helpful to attendees taking this training session.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
Online Only_Virtual
Registration Deadline: 4/29/2025 4:00 PM
REGISTER HERE

Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs
2025-04-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Micro-Financing is a key financing strategy to start or grow micro-enterprises. When other financing methods are not working, this could be the option for you.
Are you starting a new business? Are you a solopreneur or small business owner needing a loan but cannot qualify through your bank?
Do you want to grow your micro-enterprises? Consider taking this training session to help you develop a plan for financing success.
This training session is designed to help individuals learn how to use microloans as a strategic option to fund their startup business or growth needs.
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Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Tuesday, April 29
TIME: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
REGISTER HERE

WEBINAR - HR Essentials for Start-ups - April 23
2025-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Only_Virtual
Thinking about your first hire or want to increase your knowledge on human resources for your start-up? People on your team can propel your business to great success! Learn the basics of defining who you need, where to find them, and how to ensure they’re the perfect fit for your business.
Fern Hernberg, a Human Resources executive with 25+ years of HR experience, will share a wide range of effective HR practices from compliance to top performer retention.
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DATE: Wed, April 23, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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HOSTED BY:

REGISTER HERE

Preparing for Funding - April 22
2025-04-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Online Only_Virtual
VIRTUAL ONLY
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it?
This training session will help you understand the fundamentals of preparing for funding.
You will learn what lenders look for on key financial documents including your personal financial statement, debt scheduled, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasts, and other financial components of a solid loan package.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Tuesday, April 22nd
TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET
COST: FREE
REGISTER HERE

WEBINAR: Intro to State Government Contracting 4/18
2025-04-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Only_Virtual
Topic: Start-up Assistance

This free webinar is designed to educate small, woman, and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments.
Each year, the Commonwealth of Virginia buys goods and services totaling more than $6 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that! The workshop will provide information about the Virginia procurement process (the eVA system) and the benefits of SWaM certification.
Our facilitator is Chris Ley Business Services Manager (Northern Virginia Region) at Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity.
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This event is offered and supported through the Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia.

REGISTER HERE

How to Establish & Improve Your Business Credit - Apr 8
2025-04-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
HYBRID EVENT – Virtual and In-person
Maximum in-person attendees – 15
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET
This training session is designed to help business owners seeking to learn how to access lines of credit, grow, and improve their company’s credit.
The objectives are to help you understand the value of building business credit, how to build it, and to maintain it.
You will also learn what makes up your business credit score, Myths vs. Facts, and Do’s and Don’ts, along with resources to help you.
If you would like to learn how to build credit for your business, this training session is for you.
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Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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If you would like to attend the event in person, you MUST contact us once you have registered.
In-person requests will be accepted only on a ‘first-come, first-serve’ basis.
Once you enroll in the training, you will receive further instruction.
REGISTER HERE

CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast - Apr 4
2025-04-04 08:00 - 09:30 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
TOPIC: Optimize Your Health to Increase Your Wealth
Optimize your health to improve your wealth by rethinking stress— and transforming your health.
Join us at the next CBP’s First Friday Networking Breakfast event for an interactive session where we’ll shift the narrative on stress. As a small business owner, your health is the most important capital of your business. Instead of simply warning about poor health’s impact on your business, we’ll dive into simple, practical insights and hands-on solutions designed to help you gain a different perspective on stress to improve your overall wellbeing, enhanced clarity, creativity, and resilience.

Presenter: Fiona Duncan
Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Wellness Coach
NLP Practitioner
Pharmacist

Great Networking Opportunity!
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Friday, April 4, 2025
8:00am – 9:30am
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PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Registration Deadline: 4/3/2025 at 3pm
Limited Seating.
NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED.
We look forward to having you join us at our upcoming First Friday Networking Breakfast!
Co-Sponsor(s):
CBP’s Business Finance Center (BFC) and Business Incubation Center (BIC)
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** Please be respectful of everyone’s time by arriving on time. **
**Cancellation Policy **
-Participants whose payments are returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $25 fee.
-This event is non-refundable.
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REGISTER HERE

Preparing for Funding - Apr 2
2025-04-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
HYBRID ATTENDENCE:
IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it?
This training session will help you understand the fundamentals of preparing for funding.
You will learn what lenders look for on key financial documents including your personal financial statement, debt scheduled, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasts, and other key financial components of a solid loan package.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Wednesday, April 2nd
TIME: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
REGISTER HERE

SBA’s Certificate of Competency Program Overview_Mar 28
2025-03-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Only_Virtual
Virtual Session Only:
Come learn about the SBA’s Certificate of Competency Program and your second chance at winning a Federal Government Contract.
What you will learn:
1. How the Certificate of Competency Program works.
2. Who initiates the COC process: the federal government agency or the government contracting firm bidding on the contract.
3. Learn the difference between responsiveness and responsibility for a federal government contract when bidding on a federal government contract.
4. What are the appeal options for a COC.
5. What financial information is needed from the government contractor for the COC process.
6. How long does the COC process take.

INSTRUCTOR:
Roderick Johnson
Certificate of Competency Program
Office of Government Contracting & Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration

REGISTER HERE

Microloans 101: Small Dollar Financing for Your Small Business Needs
2025-03-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Micro-Financing is a key financing strategy to start or grow micro-enterprises. When other financing methods are not working, this could be the option for you.
Are you starting a new business? Are you a solopreneur or small business owner needing a loan but cannot qualify through your bank?
Do you want to grow your micro-enterprises? Consider taking this training session to help you develop a plan for financing success.
This training session is designed to help individuals learn how to use microloans as a strategic option to fund their startup business or growth needs.
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Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Thursday, March 27th
TIME: 1:00PM – 3:00 PM ET
REGISTER HERE

Business Mastermind_March 2025
2025-03-19 - 2025-03-20 | Community Business Partnership, 6564 Loisdale Ct, STE 600, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
REGISTRATION CLOSED
DATE(S): Wednesday, March 19th & Thursday, March 20th
TIME: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET
COST: FREE
IN-PERSON SESSION ONLY
This program brings small business owners together in a study of The E-Myth by Michael
Gerber. The goal is to increase awareness and understanding of how owners can grow their
businesses in a productive, successful way.
Training on leadership, business freedom and taking the next steps toward turning companies in to world class operations.
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INSTRUCTOR(S):
This training session will be led by a Pinnacle Financial Partners’ associate.

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MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Attendees MUST have read ‘The E-Myth’ book by Michael Gerber to attend this training session.

Attendees must commit to the attending the full 2-day training.

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The Business Topics That Are Discussed
Business Mastermind 1.0
Chapters 1-3

The Entrepreneurial Myth
The Entrepreneur, the manager, and the Technician
Infancy: The Technician’s Phase

Chapters 4-6

Adolescence: Getting Some Help
Beyond the Comfort Zone
Maturity and the Entrepreneurial Perspective

Chapters 7-9

The Turn-Key Revolution
The Franchise Prototype
Working On Your Business, Not In It

Chapters 10-13

The Business Development Process
Your Business Development Program
Your Primary Aim
Your Strategic Objective

Chapters 14-16

Your Organizational Strategy
Your Management Strategy
Your People Strategy

Chapters 17-18

Your Marketing Strategy
Your Systems Strategy
A Letter to Sarah

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IN-PERSON SESSION ONLY
REGISTRATION CLOSED

Franchise Ownership 101 + Work from Home Franchises!_Mar 13
2025-03-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Only_Virtual
Training Session offered by:

Date: Wednesday, March 13th
Time: 12 noon – 1:00 pm ET
What should one think about when starting a business versus starting a franchise? What does it take to be a successful franchise owner in the DC Metro area? Whether you are interested in franchising as a full-time business or semi-absentee investor, learn what to look for in a franchise, which franchises do well (and don’t do well) in our region, and state and local regulations to be aware of before signing a franchise agreement. There will be a special segment on work-from-home (WFH) franchises, as more and more people are looking for flexible WFH options.

Speaker: Heather E. Rosen, JD, Business Startup Consultant, Franchise Specialist – FranNet of Virginia and DC.
REGISTER HERE

Preparing for Funding - Mar 12
2025-03-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Online Only_Virtual
ATTENDENCE: VIRTUAL_ONLINE ONLY
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it?
This training session will help you understand the fundamentals of preparing for funding.
You will learn what lenders look for on key financial documents including your personal financial statement, debt scheduled, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasts, and other key financial components of a solid loan package.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Wednesday, March 12th
TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET
COST: FREE
REGISTER HERE

Options for Funding Your Business - Mar 11
2025-03-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
FINANCING CHALLENGES?
Do you need financing to start up or expand your small business? Do you need to understand what financing solutions could work for you and your business? Have you been denied access to capital and don’t understand why? If so, this financing session is for you.
Learn how to qualify for and access traditional financing from banks, Microloan programs, SBA loans, and non-traditional ways including Crowdfunding, Equipment financing, Angel investing and much more.
This training session will be an interactive workshop to help you understand the types of financing you could access.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center

HYBRID ATTENDANCE NOTE:
Hybrid events offer the opportunity to attend in-person OR online.
The in-person option is on a first-come, first-serve basis based on maximum in-person number of attendees being achieved.
If you would like to attend our Hybrid session in-person, please follow the instructions during the registration process.
Thank you in advance.
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DATE: Tuesday, March 11th
TIME: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
COST: $15.00
REGISTER HERE

Entrepreneurship 101: Starting A Business in Fairfax County
2025-03-11 08:30 - 11:30 | VA
DATE: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
TIME: 8:30 AM – 11:30AM
Entrepreneurship 101: Starting A Business in Fairfax County
The Entrepreneurship 101 workshop is intended for start-up entrepreneurs who want to launch or grow a business in Fairfax County. The topics that will be covered include doing business in Fairfax County, business registration, business and property taxes, financing programs, licensing and certifications, local, state, and federal business resources, and other general topics related to starting and growing a business….
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SBA’s Certificate of Competency Program
2025-02-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
Come learn about the SBA’s Certificate of Competency Program and your second chance at winning a Federal Government Contract.
What you will learn:
1. How the Certificate of Competency Program works.
2. Who initiates the COC process: the federal government agency or the government contracting firm bidding on the contract.
3. Learn the difference between responsiveness and responsibility for a federal government contract when bidding on a federal government contract.
4. What are the appeal options for a COC.
5. What financial information is needed from the government contractor for the COC process.
6. How long does the COC process take.

INSTRUCTOR:
Roderick Johnson
Certificate of Competency Program
Office of Government Contracting & Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration

HYBRID EVENT – Virtual and In-person
Maximum in-person attendees – 20
If you would like to attend the event in person, you MUST contact us once you have registered.
In-person requests will be accepted only on a ‘first-come, first-serve’ basis.
Once you enroll in the training, you will receive further instruction.

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How to Establish & Improve Your Business Credit - 02/19/25
2025-02-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
This training session is designed to help business owners seeking to learn how to access lines of credit, grow, and improve their company’s credit.
The objectives are to help you understand the value of building business credit, how to build it, and to maintain it.
You will also learn what makes up your business credit score, Myths vs. Facts, and Do’s and Don’ts, along with resources to help you.
If you would like to learn how to build credit for your business, this training session is for you.
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Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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HYBRID EVENT – Virtual and In-person
Maximum in-person attendees – 15
If you would like to attend the event in person, you MUST contact us once you have registered.
In-person requests will be accepted only on a ‘first-come, first-serve’ basis.
Once you enroll in the training, you will receive further instruction.
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Preparing for Funding - Feb 14
2025-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Hybrid (Virtual or In-person), 6564 Loisdale Ct, Springfield, VA, 22150, United States
ATTENDENCE OPTION: HYBRID_In-person or Virtual
Have you ever applied for a loan and been denied because you were not prepared? Would you like to apply for a loan but have no clear idea what documentation is needed or why they’re important to the financing process? Do you need to prepare a loan package and need guidance in preparing it?
This training session will help you understand the fundamentals of preparing for funding.
You will learn what lenders look for on key financial documents including your personal financial statement, debt scheduled, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasts, and other key financial components of a solid loan package.
Instructor:
Karlene Sinclair-Robinson
Director, Business Finance Center
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DATE: Friday, February 14th
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
COST: FREE

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