Small Business Education and Planning

Hampton Star Ambassador Tour

Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 8:30AM-12:30PM
This four-hour, informative tour of attractions and recreational opportunities available to our visitors is designed to familiarize front line employees with what there is to “see and do” in Hampton so that they can make knowledgeable and personal recommendations.
To register for the tour, email Ramona Nazareth at ramona.nazareth@hamptoncvb.com.
Free

Business Plan Development

Join SBDC Virginia and City of Hampton Economic Development to learn about developing a business plan. Sessions will be held in the Veterans Conference Room, Ruppert Sargent Building, 1 Franklin Street.

Tuesday September 24, 2024 from 9:30AM-12:00PM
Part 1: Crafting Your Business Plan focuses on creating a comprehensive business plan that includes defining the mission, vision, and goals, conducting a market analysis, and outlining operational strategies.

Registration is required
Free

Tuesday October 1, 2024 from 9:30AM-12:00PM
Part 2: Business Plan Financial Projections focuses on developing detailed financial projections, including cash flow statements, profit and loss forecasts. and break-even analysis.

Registration is required.
Free

Federal System for Award Management (SAM) Validation Process

Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 10AM-12PM
Join Virginia Apex Accelerator to learn about the registration process required to do business with the Federal Government.

Registration is required.
Free

Preparing an Effective Capability Statement

Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 10AM-12PM
Join Virginia Apex Accelerator to learn about doing business with the Federal Government.

Registration is required.
Free

Retailpreneur Series: Master Your Marketing Strategy

Thursday, September 10 | October 8 | November 12 from 8:30-9:45AM
Join Retail Alliance for a virtual three-part workshop on mastering your marketing strategy presented by Lindsey Germono, President of Germono Advertising Company.

Registration is required.
Admission is FREE!

Start, Grow, Thrive: Succeeding in Business

The Chamber is hosting a series for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners featuring local business luminaries who will share their insights and experiences. Sessions are held in the Chamber Conference Room, 11850 Merchants Walk, Ste. 110, Newport News.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 9:00-10:30AM
Join Professor Willy Donaldson, Christopher Newport University, as he discusses “Professionalize your Management-Systems Thinking and Your Management System.”
Registration is required.
Members: Free | Non-members: $15

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