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Sun. 12 Apr, 2020

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Mon. 13 Apr, 2020

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Tue. 14 Apr, 2020

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Wed. 15 Apr, 2020

SBA Loan Navigation and Resources Webinar

Wed. 15 Apr, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am

April 15, 2020
10:00am

Halifax Chamber 4 15

Description

Join us for a webinar on loan navigation and resources available through the U.S. Small Business Administration. 

Economic Injury Disaster Loan
Martin Short, U.S. Small Business Administration, Lead Economic Development Specialist

Paycheck Protection Program
Carter Bank & Trust

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SBDC Innovation During COVID-19

Wed. 15 Apr, 2020 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm

Description

To come strong out of the coronavirus crisis, businesses must keep their innovation activities going. However, that is easier said than done. This session will address how to innovate as a small company with limited resources in a time like this.
 
Topics Addressed
 
  1. The necessity and benefits of innovating during a crisis.
  2. Who to put to the task?
  3. How to define new opportunities?
  4. How to obtain buy-in?
  5. How to test with a limited budget?
  6. How to take it from there in these uncertain times?

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WE Lead: Leadership Challenges During a Pandemic

Wed. 15 Apr, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and registered attendees will receive a link to join prior to the event.

Admission Info:

There is no charge to attend this event, but registration is required. Space is limited, so register early!

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WE Lead provides access to energizing programs that develop leadership skills and build professional networks for women in business. WE Lead programs are focused on, but not exclusive to, women.

Join us for a conversation about leadership challenges we all are facing during this uncertain time, both professionally and personally. Focused on a recent Forbes article, Here are the Top Five Leadership Challenges During the Coronavirus Pandemic, this facilitated conversation [which will include virtual small group breakouts] will allow attendees to share and learn from one another.

Click here to read the Forbes article. 

The following questions will guide the facilitated conversation:

1. How do you balance being an inspirational and comforting leader while continuing to carry on "business as usual"?
2. How do you respond to countless questions when there are no clear answers?

3. How do you engage your colleagues and/or clients while working remotely?

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Thu. 16 Apr, 2020

VEDP Global Trade Disruptions

Thu. 16 Apr, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

VEDP Global Trade Disruptions: What Businesses Should Know About Tariffs, Trade Actions, and Supply Chains

Join VEDP's International Trade team to learn about global trade disruptions: what businesses should know about tariffs and trade actions!

Sweeping tariffs and trade actions continue to impact the operations of Virginia manufacturers, importers and exporters. Learn how to navigate your company through the current environment of uncertainty. Topics of discussion include ways to mitigate tariff liability, how tariff exclusion processes work, and resources to help companies facilitate international trade.

We have partnered with K&L Gates and the Journal of Commerce to learn more.

Speakers:

  • Stacy Ettinger, Partner, K&L Gates
  • Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, Journal of Commerce

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Legislative Update

Thu. 16 Apr, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

This virtual Legislative Update will provide access to an overview from state legislators about the most recent legislative session. 

Legislators will answer questions from the Chamber's legislative committee, in addition to questions submitted by the public. To submit a question, please email Donna Ashworth at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and registered attendees will receive a link to join prior to the event.

Admission Info:
Member Rate: No Charge
[Access to this event is available only to Chamber members due to limited capacity]

Fri. 17 Apr, 2020

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan

Fri. 17 Apr, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Date and Time

Friday Apr 17, 2020
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT

Description

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Upon a request received from a state’s or territory’s Governor, SBA will issue under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration.

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Marketing During Down Time

Fri. 17 Apr, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Virginia Community Capital has partnered with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and Virginia Small Business Development Center Network to host multiple weekly update webinars, announce new programs and resources, and assist Virginia's business community.

Presented by Stephanie Keener from the Lynchburg Small Business Development Center

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Sat. 18 Apr, 2020

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