Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center

Gratitude. What an awesome day. iFLY Va Beach Indoor Skydiving began as an idea in 2009. The Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center helped me turn a dream into a highly visible and highly successful business that opened in 2015. Yesterday I had the opportunity to keynote for the Virginia SBDC, and thank them. Then, in the evening, I was super stoked to deliver a keynote for the Coastal Virginia Magazine 2024 Giving Back Ceremony honoring organizations with a strong focus?on,?or connection to, military?veterans.? Edward Hopper Jolie Spiers Dana Queen Misty Curtis Hampton Roads Chamber PMI Hampton Roads Chapter #mission #vision #values

Achieving success in small business requires a mix of smart strategies, hard work, and adaptability. Have questions? The Virginia SBDC Network offers no cost individualized advising, from startup to established businesses. Contact your local Virginia Small Business Development Center to meet with a business advisor. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gsM6DvGn

? November is #NationalEntrepreneurshipMonth!? SBA has funding options, counseling, training, mentoring, contracting assistance, and other resources to help you achieve your dream of business ownership. Learn more: https://www.sba.gov

?? It's official: MySBA Certifications, your new streamlined site for all types of small business certifications, is open and ready to take multiple certification requests in one application! ?? Certify to do business with the world's largest buyer today: https://lnkd.in/gTpS3Wzk

Only 2 Days Left! Grab the early bird discount for the Home-Based Business Conference on November 7, 2024! https://lnkd.in/gAQ6PXKP $35 Early Bird Rate (Regular $50) Includes breakfast, lunch, and attendee gift. #HomeBasedBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Valuepreneurs #SmallBusinessConference #NetworkingOpportunities

We are excited to share that the new SBA certification portal, MySBA Certifications, is now open. The U.S. Small Business Administration is now accepting applications for VetCert, HUBZone, Women-Owned and Economically-Disadvantaged Women-Owned, and 8(a) small business certifications. If you have an account in the MySBA loan portal or VetCert, you can log in with that account email and password. If you have an existing account for HUBZone, WOSB or EDWOSB, or the 8(a) program, you must create a new account to apply. To report a change to your business for a current certification, use the VetCert, HUBZone, WOSB or EDWOSB, or 8(a) program websites. Entity-owned firms cannot apply for certification yet, but that application will be coming soon. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGD9M-kD

It is NOT too late to register for tomorrow's webinar. https://lnkd.in/gBbsEWdM Expanding your network during the holiday season opens doors to new connections, positioning your business for opportunities and partnerships in 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a networking powerhouse, Christina Tate of The Miles Agency and Visions Consulting Group. https://lnkd.in/gBbsEWdM

Small business owners: What have been your successes and challenges this year, and what is your outlook for the future? The Federal Reserve is seeking your feedback in this year’s Small Business Credit Survey. Join the thousands of for-profit small businesses who complete the survey to voice what you are experiencing. Survey closes November 1: https://lnkd.in/eckhhxGY #SmallBusinessCreditSurvey #FederalReserve

We’re excited to announce, America’s SBDC secured $10M in funding from Google.org to launch AI U, a national small business program to deliver foundational AI training and 1-on-1 coaching to small businesses looking to harness AI’s potential. To learn more go to https://lnkd.in/gihpj_zx #SBDC #AI4SMBs #SmallBizAIU

Ready to grow your home-based or solopreneur business with actionable recommendations? This one-day conference is packed with speakers, exhibitors, panelists and moderators that were hand-selected for one purpose: To make your business more successful! Whether you're launching a new venture or have years of experience, this event will provide valuable insights tailored to every stage of your journey. Wherever you are in your business cycle, this conference is here to equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in today’s digital world! Registration is $35 and includes breakfast, lunch and a hard copy of ?????????????????????????? written by our Keynote Speaker, Steve Waddell. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e7w64Eh9