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SUMMARY:Newport News Business Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit to connect\, learn\, grow and compete.\nJoin Us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit!\nReady to boost your business? Come to the Newport News Business Growth Summit\, an in-person event where entrepreneurs and professionals connect\, learn\, and grow together. Network with local experts\, discover new strategies\, and get inspired to take your business to the next level.\nThe comprehensive one-day conference combines five critical business development topics:\nDoing Business with the City of Newport News provides direct access to City procurement officials and upcoming contracting opportunities\, with simplified guidance on becoming a registered vendor.\nBreaking Barriers: Government Contractor to Corporate Powerhouse offers a panelist-led workshop designed to equip small business owners with the strategies\, connections\, and confidence to successfully diversify beyond government contracting into lucrative corporate and commercial markets.\nFinancing Your Growth brings together banking\, SBA\, and capital experts to address the cash flow and financing challenges that limit business expansion.\nWriting Winning Proposals\, an exclusive masterclass\, reveals the critical differences between government and corporate proposal strategies.\nSWaM Certification can help your business grow. Learn more about SWaM Certification and get across the finish line by getting hands-on assistance with submitting your application! Registration is separate and on the SBSD Eventbrite page.\nInformation Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-application-info-session-tickets-1981195568277?aff=oddtdtcreator\nHands-on Application Session (20 seats only) – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-hands-on-application-assistance-tickets-1981187763934?aff=oddtdtcreator\nDon’t miss out on this chance to make valuable contacts and gain fresh insights!
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LOCATION:Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center\, 2410 Wickham Ave\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Newport News Business Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:One-Day Event Offers Complete Roadmap from City Contracts to Corporate Markets. Your government and corporate expansion journey starts here!\nJoin Us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit!\nReady to boost your business? Come to the Newport News Business Growth Summit\, an in-person event where entrepreneurs and professionals connect\, learn\, and grow together. Network with local experts\, discover new strategies\, and get inspired to take your business to the next level.\nThe comprehensive one-day conference combines five critical business development topics:\nDoing Business with the City of Newport News provides direct access to City procurement officials and upcoming contracting opportunities\, with simplified guidance on becoming a registered vendor.\nBreaking Barriers: Government Contractor to Corporate Powerhouse offers a panelist-led workshop designed to equip small business owners with the strategies\, connections\, and confidence to successfully diversify beyond government contracting into lucrative corporate and commercial markets.\nFinancing Your Growth brings together banking\, SBA\, and capital experts to address the cash flow and financing challenges that limit business expansion.\nWriting Winning Proposals\, an exclusive masterclass\, reveals the critical differences between government and corporate proposal strategies.\nSWaM Certification can help your business grow. Learn more about SWaM Certification and get across the finish line by getting hands-on assistance with submitting your application! Registration is separate and on the SBSD Eventbrite page.\nInformation Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-application-info-session-tickets-1981195568277?aff=oddtdtcreator\nHands-on Application Session (20 seats only) – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-hands-on-application-assistance-tickets-1981187763934?aff=oddtdtcreator\nDon’t miss out on this chance to make valuable contacts and gain fresh insights!
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LOCATION:Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center\, 2410 Wickham Ave\, Newport News\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Identifying and Creating Your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP)
DESCRIPTION:Get a clearer picture of your best potential clients! In the workshop you will…\nAnalyze the need for your products or services.\nUnderstand the economic buyer and business influencers.\nLearn to focus on ICP differences in gender\, generation\, and experiences.\nBuild your ICP using a template you can easily convert for your business.
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LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for  a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \nPLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly\, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs.\nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals!
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