Starting and growing a business can feel like a lonely journey. But no one needs to go it alone! Join us for Entrepreneurs Unite (VIRTUAL)! This is an opportunity to learn, network, and brainstorm your business ideas with fellow entrepreneurs. Held on the first Thursday of every month. Each month a local business owner will also share on the successes and struggles of their own "entrepreneurial journey." TOGETHER we can help one another succeed in our OWN entrepreneurial journeys! FOR…
Find out more »Vision: A place women can come together with a common goal of empowering each other both professionally and personally within the Shenandoah Valley. Fees/Admission Chamber Members Only *Non-Chamber Members are permitted to attend one meeting. If you wish to continue, you can apply for chamber membership. If you have questions, please reach out to [email protected] Contact Information: Sheena Armentrout Send Email
Find out more »Join us on Wednesday, July 20th, from 12:00-1:00 pm, for our NEW Small Business Growth interactive workshop series in partnership with Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center (SDCD) via zoom. We’ll be discussing how making business a team sport will help you succeed. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience, these discussions will challenge your way of thinking and help you avoid common pitfalls as you grow your business. RSVP to [email protected] or (540) 743-3915 by…
Find out more »Do you know the most important cyber security measures for your business? Join our Top Cyber Security workshop with Bryant Harrison, Cybersecurity & IT for Business Advocate & Educator, and CEO of Seventh Wall in Charlottesville to learn about how to create a tech security plan for your business!
Find out more »Join us for this month’s Women in Business Social, onThursday, Aug. 25, from 5:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m., at The Valley Cork, 55 East Main Street, Luray. This is the perfect opportunity for the women of the Page County business community to get together, network, and unwind after a day of work. If you are a Chamber Member and would like to attend, it will cost $15 for Chamber Members and $20 for potential members and will include 2 drinks and…
Find out more »Shenandoah Community Capital Fund (SCCF) is hosting the first ever Shenandoah Valley Entrepreneurship Summit at the Staunton Innovation Hub, Sept. 12 to 13. Valley entrepreneurs who attend the summit can expect to expand their network and connect with entrepreneurs across the valley, as well as be inspired by each other's failures and successes. Workshops and breakout sessions will equip attendees with actionable skills that they can immediately begin practicing for their own business. The summit will also connect attendees with…
Find out more »Patrick Phillippi, senior manager for community engagement for Amazon.com, is the inaugural speaker of the new Prince William Chamber of Commerce economic development series on Wednesday, September 14th. Phillippi works with nonprofit organizations, civic groups, and small businesses to ensure Amazon is a trusted business and community partner. Join for a fireside chat and make sure to bring your questions! The event will be held at Old Hickory Golf Club. Member tickets are available for $55, and future member for $70.…
Find out more »The sixth annual Charlottesville-Albemarle Black Business Expo returns to IX Art Park on Saturday, September 24, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone. This year’s Black Business Expo includes an exhibition of booths operated by Black-owned businesses, three panel discussions by leading professionals, a business pitch competition, live music entertainment, and more. “This has been a turbulent time for businesses – not only in our community, but throughout the country,” said Ty Cooper, director of…
Find out more »The River District Association (RDA) will host another session of “Start-Up Slam.” Modeled after a poetry slam, the community-oriented event is scheduled September 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The River District Event Center. Anyone in the community is invited to attend. Reservations are required and the event is limited to 100 people. For just $10 per person (cash only at the door), you can join other members of the community to have a simple meal - and share some…
Find out more »Hosted in Norfolk, VA, VMA's International Trade Symposium is the East Coast’s premier conference addressing the topics most affecting port operations and cargo logistics, drawing-in attendees from around the globe. Experience 3 days of industry discussion and networking events including the Maritime Mixer Cruise on the Elizabeth River, International Trade Symposium panels and keynotes, Annual Maritime Banquet with over 1000 attendees, and the Maritime Golf Outing at Elizabeth Manner Country Club in Portsmouth.
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