Community Investment Collaborative (CIC)

Say cheese, COW Crew! ?? Tonight was class picture night for our incredible Culpeper-Orange Entrepreneur Workshop (COW) cohort! This extraordinary group is just two weeks away from completing their journey, and we could not be prouder of their progress, hard work, and the lessons they have embraced along the way. ?? If you or someone you know could benefit from growing their business knowledge and building a strong foundation for success, now is the perfect time to join the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) community. Applications for the next Culpeper-Orange Entrepreneur Workshop are open! Apply today, tag an entrepreneur who is ready to level up, or share this post to spread the word. ?? Let's continue empowering small businesses and building stronger communities together! ?? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e-7GhD5H

Hello! Join us next Tuesday November 19 for Charlottesville Entrepreneurs & Espresso (which is a free in person event). Of course we’ll have some coffee there, need I say more?! The event is from 8-10am in Charlottesville. Come to hear from: Adam J. Maddeny and his new company Divorce Digitally! The company is part of the 434 Accellerator Program and coming to you for advice and feedback! Then, hear from Steven Yates, Founder and CEO of Nspyr Technologies. He is going to share about his Bootstrapping Journey from founding to exit and beyond - both the highs and lows and lessons learned along the way! A special THANK YOU to CODE Building & Codebase Coworking for hosting our event!: LOCATION: Irving Theater at the CODE Building - 225 West Water Street *** IMPT - Please use the THEATER ENTRANCE which is right off of Water Street (the back side of the building). Join us in person by first registering below! Please register so we have enough coffee :) www.ce2.squarespace.com to register! Hosted by: Charlottesville Business Innovation Council (CBIC), Community Investment Collaborative (CIC), Central VA Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC) and Sponsored by Codebase Coworking, the Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at UVA & Watermark Design! Link to register for free! https://lnkd.in/dRtBXU9c

Hello LinkedIn Network! Please use the power of networking to assist me in promoting the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) Culpeper-Orange Entrepreneur Workshop (COW)!! Please share and tell your network about CIC and the programs we offer! CIC is dedicated to serving under-resourced entrepreneurs in the region through education, financing, mentoring, and networking! We are a community of entrepreneurs supporting entrepreneurs and empowering small businesses for big change! Applications for the workshop are currently open for the Spring 2025 Cohort! https://lnkd.in/e-7GhD5H

What a great turnout today! We were so proud to be among so many entrepreneurs at the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) Resource Fair today. ?? We met so many awesome small business owners and entrepreneurs! ?

?? Client Spotlight: Daryl Rivera - Authentic Latin America soul food! ?? Daryl Rivera put his talents to the test when he started his food business. Rivera's passion for his business and others reflects in his ultimate goal: to strengthen community relationships and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. With determination and support from the Central Virginia SBDC, Rivera has refined his business plan, won funding, and is now bringing his dream to life. #ClientSpotlight #SmallBusinessSuccess #AuthenticLatinAmericasoulfood #CVSBDC #InTheCommunity

?? Ready to turn your business dreams into reality? ?? ?? Applications open November 1st for the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) Southern Virginia Entrepreneur Workshop, powered by RISE Collaborative! This is your chance to join a 16-week hands-on, virtual program designed for aspiring and growing entrepreneurs in the Southern Virginia region. Whether you're starting from scratch or expanding your business, this workshop will equip you with the skills, network, and resources you need to succeed. ?? Key Dates: ? Applications Open: Nov 1 - Jan 3 ? Orientation: Feb 4 ? Classes: Every Tuesday, 6-9 PM (Virtual), Feb 11 - May 27 ?? Need-based scholarships and payment plans are available, with tuition as low as $125! Ready to take the leap? Head to https://lnkd.in/e8eXUfBV or scan the QR code to apply! #RISEWithCIC #SouthernVirginiaEntrepreneurs #BusinessGrowth #StartupJourney #EntrepreneurshipWorkshop #ApplyNow Thank you to the RISE partners who make this program possible! ??Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) ??Longwood Small Business Development Center (SBDC) ??SOVA Innovation Hub ??GO Virginia Region 3

Are you interested in creating a marketing strategy, telling the story of entrepreneurs and executing events? Are you passionate about connecting with local entrepreneurs to support local communities? ??Apply to join our team! We're hiring a Communications and Events Coordinator at the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center (CV SBDC) and the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC). Here's what we're looking for: ?? Self-starter with the ability to manage goals, time, and deadlines effectively ?? Experience managing multiple projects at the same time ?? Excellent written and oral communication skills We offer competitive compensation for full-time employees at $40,000- $45,000, depending on level of expertise. To apply, visit cvsbdc.org/jobs #hiring #centralva #marketingandevents #jobposting

Leading a team can be one of the most defining moments of your career. It allows you to build real relationships with real people who are hard at work solving real problems. It’s an opportunity to impact those around you in a tangible way. Our entrepreneurial ecosystem is filled with small business owners eager to make their mark in our local community with their unique products and services. If you’re looking to help create space for them to thrive, you may be the perfect candidate to become the Director of our Small Business Development Center, here in central Virginia. Sound like you or someone you know?! Email a cover letter and resume to [email protected], and let’s get to work! https://lnkd.in/eeyT6MU3