COVID-19 Management Part 1 — What does that mean for your business.
February 16, 2021 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST - Free!

Join us for a three-part webinar series, as we explore Virginia’s COVID-19 Management.

Part 1 - February 16th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will explore our state's COVID-19 management requirements that are here to stay, at least for now. In addition, we will give updates on the FFCRA, PPP and talk about specific issues related to workforces during these COVID-19 times. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 2 - February 18th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will detail the issues and processes related to rapid testing in the workplace and discuss the pros and cons of mandatory and optional vaccination policies. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 3 - February 24th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Our final webinar is an in-depth roundtable discussion that encompasses the topics covered in both prior webinars. > Register

Our guest speakers are from the firm Byrnes Gould Law PLLC located on Main Street in Danville, Virginia.

VEDP’s International Trade team will host a 3-part webinar training series on sales and communications, designed to help you perfect your virtual presentation, communication, and sales pitch skills. The series will address how to adapt your approach to sales and communicating your company’s value proposition in the new world of virtual meetings.

Part 2 - Persuasive Communication

Date: Thursday, February 18, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

When you are selling a product or service, there are some things you cannot control. What is in your hands is the ability to shape a crisp value proposition that will resonate with your potential buyer. In this virtual world, quickly establishing the connection points for an effective exchange is more important than ever. Hear from a long-time corporate advocate about persuasive communications: understanding your audience, customizing your offering, and presenting you and your company in the most favorable light.

Speaker: Leslie Griffin

Leslie Griffin founded Allinea LLC to provide public affairs, global government relations, and international trade policy consulting services to clients.She has broad experience in strategic communications and policy advocacy, and is a strong believer in the benefits of international trade and global engagement. In positions at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, New York Life, and UPS, she built internal/external support for initiatives and shaped executive communications, including during her role as chief of staff to a CEO. She has had the honor to chair trade association committees, and to serve as chair or member of various coalitions focused on international trade, investment, and U.S. global leadership.

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Virginia's COVID-19 Management Series

Join us for a three-part webinar series, as we explore Virginia’s COVID-19 Management.

Part 1 - February 16th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will explore our state's COVID-19 management requirements that are here to stay, at least for now. In addition, we will give updates on the FFCRA, PPP and talk about specific issues related to workforces during these COVID-19 times. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 2 - February 18th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will detail the issues and processes related to rapid testing in the workplace and discuss the pros and cons of mandatory and optional vaccination policies. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 3 - February 24th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Our final webinar is an in-depth roundtable discussion that encompasses the topics covered in both prior webinars. > Register

Our guest speakers are from the firm Byrnes Gould Law PLLC located on Main Street in Danville, Virginia.

Virginia's COVID-19 Management Series

Join us for a three-part webinar series, as we explore Virginia’s COVID-19 Management.

Part 1 - February 16th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will explore our state's COVID-19 management requirements that are here to stay, at least for now. In addition, we will give updates on the FFCRA, PPP and talk about specific issues related to workforces during these COVID-19 times. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 2 - February 18th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - We will detail the issues and processes related to rapid testing in the workplace and discuss the pros and cons of mandatory and optional vaccination policies. There will be an opportunity at the close for Q&A. > Register

Part 3 - February 24th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Our final webinar is an in-depth roundtable discussion that encompasses the topics covered in both prior webinars. > Register

Our guest speakers are from the firm Byrnes Gould Law PLLC located on Main Street in Danville, Virginia.

VEDP’s International Trade team will host a 3-part webinar training series on sales and communications, designed to help you perfect your virtual presentation, communication, and sales pitch skills. The series will address how to adapt your approach to sales and communicating your company’s value proposition in the new world of virtual meetings.

Part 3 - Perfecting Your Value Proposition

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

This session will show companies how they can demonstrate a tangible difference in a characteristic of a product, service or the company itself. Each proposition has a clear focus on the market it is being received by and in this session, examples will be given of “good cases” and “not so good cases”. In essence, it is about simple messaging to convey the excellence of your company.

Speaker: Colm Reilly

Dr. Colm Reilly is the Dublin Trade Director for OCO Global. He started his career with Fujistu before moving to Novartis and then Electrolux where he was responsible for Strategy, Acquisitions, and Investment. Over the past 10 years, Colm has worked with a range of government clients to support their economic development objectives by directly working with companies to develop and expand their footprints. These clients have included UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) where Dr. Reilly was Managing Director for eight years, the Japanese IPA JETRO, the Province of British Columbia and Department of Enterprise and Trade (Ireland) where he chaired the Economic Development Commission.

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What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Final Permanent Standard

Tuesday, March 9th 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM EST - $249 pp

In order to help Virginia manufacturers reach compliance by the March 26 deadline, GENEDGE is collaborating with the Virginia Manufacturers Association's Manufacturing Skills Institute (MSI) in hosting a March 9th workshop led by industry expert David Crawford.

Register now as the last day to register is March 5th.

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

Restaurant Revitalization Fund

COVID-19 Scams

Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

REGISTER HERE

MAY 26, 2021 • 12:00PM – 1:00PM

GO Virginia Region 3 | Register Here

Region 3 consists of the cities of Danville and Martinsville; and the counties of Amelia, Brunswick, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Halifax, Henry, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, Patrick, Pittsylvania, and Prince Edward.

Only two weeks until the first Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour meeting! Register today and ensure your voice is heard as part of the Blueprint Virginia 2030 development process. Those who register will be invited to participate in the Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour survey. 

These meetings will serve to foster greater regional collaboration by bringing together leaders in business, economic development, workforce, education, housing, and other community representatives from across the Commonwealth to provide input for Virginia’s next statewide strategic plan. 

 Participants will also have the opportunity to hear directly from featured speakers, including Virginia Chamber President and CEO, Barry DuVal, and representatives of GO Virginia and VEDA for an exclusive economic update presentation from both the statewide and regional perspectives. 

HOW TO REGISTER:

REGISTRATION FOR THE REGIONAL TOUR IS FREE

• Step One: Follow this link to confirm which GO Virginia region you are located in. Statewide leaders and businesses, associations, and organizations that operate in more than one region are encouraged to participate in the full meeting schedule. 

• Step Two: After confirming your region, click on the link below for the Blueprint Virginia 2030 event(s) in which you wish to participate

• Step Three: Once registration is complete, you will receive an email containing the link to join by Zoom Webinar. 

Live, Love, & Work in Virginia - A Virtual Hiring Event for the South Central Virginia Area

Date: June 17th, 2021

Time: 1 PM to 5PM

To Register as an Employer contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	To Register as a Job Seeker visit:  LIVE, LOVE, & WORK IN VIRGINIA!

Learn More about Applying Here

Deadline to Apply: August 17, 2021

Link:

View Program Website

Sponsors: 

Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Contact: 

For programmatic or technical questions:
David Kim
240.795.7697
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For grants management or budget questions:
Duane Barlow
240.453.8822
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Purpose: 

This opportunity provides funding to local public health agencies and other organizations to establish partnerships with community stakeholders, such as minority-serving or other advocacy organizations, to increase confidence in the use of vaccines by the public, healthcare providers, and policymakers. Partnerships will work to plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based practices and develop novel approaches to increase vaccine confidence among populations with low vaccination rates, including African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, residents in rural communities, medical assistants, immigrant and refugee communities, young adults, and adolescents. The initiative is intended to support local vaccination efforts and help communities respond to and prevent COVID-19 and other vaccine preventable diseases.

Objectives include:

• Identify local communities with low vaccination rates and lagging vaccine confidence and determine the scale of the problem and the causes for the lack of vaccine confidence
• Plan and implement targeted community interventions to increase vaccine confidence and the number of people willing to be vaccinated
• Evaluate intervention outcomes qualitatively and quantitatively to determine its value and how it may be used in similar communities

Additional information on project strategies, short-, intermediate-, and long-term outcomes are available in the funding announcement on the program website.

Eligibility: 

Public or private nonprofit entities, including state and local governments, faith-based organizations, and American Indian and Alaska Native organizations, are eligible to apply.

Geographic Coverage:

Nationwide and U.S. territories

Amount of Funding: 

Award ceiling: $125,000 per year
Project period: Up to 3 years
Estimated number of awards: 6-8
Estimated total program funding: $750,000

Application Process: 

Links to the full announcement and the online application process are available through grants.gov.