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Wednesday, November 6th | 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM | Full Distance Brewing Get to know your local business community through the Beer & Business Networking Series!
Presented by the Stafford County Economic Development Authority, the Stafford Beer & Business Series is a quarterly event that brings together professionals from various industries. Don't miss out on the opportunity to network and gain valuable insights at our next event!
On November 6th, come and network with business professionals at one of Stafford's great breweries -Full Distance Brewing. - for November Beer & Business.
Sponsored by Aquia Realty Inc., this Beer & Business event promises an exceptional evening filled with networking opportunities, exceptional brews, and engaging conversations.
Save the date for November Beer & Business! Join us on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Full Distance Brewing. Don't miss out—register today for an evening of insights and connections!
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Join us for the 2024 Veterans Business Bootcamp, an empowering event tailored specifically for veterans and their business partners. Hosted by the University of Mary Washington Center for Economic Development (UMW CED) in partnership with our local economic development offices, this bootcamp will equip you with the tools and insights to successfully start or grow your veteran-owned business. This event will be held on Wednesday, November 13th, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at the UMW Jepson Alumni Executive Center.
Please join us for coffee and networking at 8:30 am. Then, gain valuable knowledge to help you grow your business and learn about resources available to veterans in our area. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect and network with fellow veteran business owners, expanding your professional network. Exciting Highlight: We will be presenting the Veteran Business of the Year Award, a prestigious honor that celebrates excellence and leadership within the veteran business community.
Take this opportunity to invest in your business success—register now for the 2024 Veterans Business Bootcamp. Please note that by registering you grant permission to share your name and email address with the event’s sponsors and speakers.
We wish to thank Virginia529 and the Bank of Charles Town for sponsoring this event!
Event Details: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 8:30 am to 12:00 pm UMW Jepson Alumni Executive Center, 1119 Hanover Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 |
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We're excited to announce the launch of our new business resource initiative, "SPARK Hours," by Stafford County Department of Economic Development. SPARK Hours offers "office hours" for our local business community, providing an opportunity to connect with a member of our team to discuss a variety of business-related topics. SPARK, which stands for “Strategic Pop-Up Advisory & Resource Knowledge,” is designed to support the growth and success of both aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners.
What makes SPARK Hours unique is its flexibility. With sessions held at different locations, on varying days and times, we’re making it easier than ever to meet you where you are, offering dynamic "pop-up" mentoring right in your community.
Don’t miss our next SPARK Hours session on Tuesday, November 19th, at Merge Café. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Date: Tuesday, November 19th
- Location: Merge Café, 44 Mine Rd #7, Stafford, VA 22554
- Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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Join us for “Networking Do’s and Don’ts” on November 20th from 4:30-6:00 pm at 6 Bears & a Goat Brewing Company. Wendy Zelazny, from the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, will guide you through common networking mistakes and how to avoid them. You’ll also learn practical tips to build genuine connections and make a lasting impression. Whether you’re new to networking or looking to improve, this event is perfect for refining your skills.
Networking Outcomes:
- Avoid common networking mistakes like dominating conversations or being too sales-focused.
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Learn how to build genuine relationships, not just collect business cards.
- Master the art of listening and engaging effectively in conversations.
- Gain confidence to step out of your comfort zone and connect purposefully.
Why Attend? This is a unique opportunity to network, gain valuable knowledge, and enhance your business’s opportunity to contract with government localities like Stafford County. Whether you’re a new startup or an established company, there’s something for everyone. |
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Meet the Speaker: Wendy Zelazny, Senior Vice President of Membership & Strategic Growth, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce
Originally, from Larchmont, New York, Wendy holds a B.A. from Columbia University. After graduation, she covered the collections in Paris and New York as an Associate Fashion Editor for Town & Country Magazine, think: The Devil Wears Prada = glamourous and broke! She quickly transitioned to the film business, working as a producer/director, first in Manhattan, then Virginia/DC. |
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Wendy has proudly called historic Fredericksburg, Virginia home for over 20 years. Here she raised her two boys, both Ole Miss graduates, Connell, 26, who resides in DC, and Declan, 23, who resides in Oxford, MS.
Wendy has always been active in the community. A passionate networker and community builder, she takes joy in identifying what it takes to help those around her connect and succeed.
As Senior Vice President of Membership & Strategic Growth, for the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, “the best part of my day is connecting members to other members and the resources that will help them be more successful. The benefits of chamber membership are tangible and last a lifetime. I see my work at the Chamber as an integral part of the continued economic growth and success of our thriving business community.”
Wendy’s most recent favorite project was spearheading a regionalism initiative which launched with the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber’s first Intercity Leadership visit to Lexington, Kentucky. Wendy serves on the Leadership Board of the Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (VACCE) and the Board of Directors of Topside Federal Credit Union.
When not looking for new ways to change the world, Wendy can be found on a tennis court, local hiking trail, or just about anywhere with good oysters. |
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Community Events in Stafford, Virginia |
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The University of Mary Washington's Continuing & Professional Studies Department has announced the return of the highly successful Business Acumen Series! This series of one-day seminars is aimed at building leadership and business skills in the Fredericksburg region. The Business Acumen Series (BAS) will combine university knowledge and the practical application of innovative tools to drive your organization’s mission and deliver results. This year’s theme centers around Dynamic Leadership. Dynamic Mind for Dynamic Times: Agile Leadership in the Age of Change will focus on building leadership skills for times of change.
The Stafford EDA has invested in 50 seats to the Business Acumen Series to support the Stafford Business Community with educational resources. You may be eligible to attend these educational sessions on behalf of the Stafford EDA. Each seminar is valued at $275. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity while it lasts! If you are a Stafford business, a limited supply of seats are available to you at no cost. We encourage you to apply to these sessions for the opportunity to be selected in this Stafford EDA provided educational resource.
Location: University Hall, UMW - Stafford Campus, 125 University Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Lunch is Included Learn more about the courses offered:
Building a Growth Mindset in Your Team - November 14, 2024 |
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V-TOP Workshop: Developing Our Workforce Through Internships
Join us for a free workshop designed to help local organizations learn how to develop high-quality, mutually beneficial internship experiences, satisfy the training prerequisite to qualify for state-funded support for creating or expanding an internship program, and network with other business professionals from your region. Benefits of the Workshop - Organizations of any size will gain valuable information about how to develop an effective internship program in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s standards
• Organizations with 250 or fewer employees will satisfy a key requirement for accessing free support from a state-appointed staffing agency to hire interns
• Organizations with 150 or fewer employees will satisfy a key requirement for accessing free support from a state-appointed staffing agency to hire interns and a 50% funding match to pay interns
• Participants will have the opportunity to learn and network with representatives of other organizations in the region
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Cost: Free
- Dates & Locations:
- Friday, November 15th | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | University of Mary Washington - Stafford Campus
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Tuesday, December 10th | 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm | Zoom
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30th Annual Women's Leadership Colloquium | 8:00 AM
Organizer: Women's Leadership Colloquium at UMW Location: Cedric Rucker University Center - Chandler Ballroom A Recipe for Empowerment: Authentic Connections with a Dash of Inspiration
The 30th Annual Women's Leadership Colloquium will be held on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Cedric Rucker University Center. The Colloquium brings together professional women from all walks of life to learn and grow together.
Our theme this year is Empowerment. Our keynote speaker, Aarti Sequeira, is an exemplar of an empowered woman who has created an authentic space for herself in her chosen sphere of culinary media. Aarti’s story is one of empowerment that will resonate with women throughout the region who are using their gifts and following their passions in their professional and personal lives. |
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Cyber Bytes Networking Event: Show Us Your Tech | 10:30 AM Organizer: The Cyber Bytes Foundation Location: The Cyber Bytes Foundation, 1010 Corporate Drive, Suite 103, Stafford, VA 22554
Our future technology is designed to help you focus on the things that matter most. Join us at the Cyber Bytes Foundation to see the latest technology and who will be offering it! |
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