Join the CIC / CV SBDC team!
The CIC / CV SBDC team is hiring for multiple positions. Do you get excited talking to people about their business? Come join our team!
Learn more about each opportunity on the CIC website.

  • Rural Ecosystem Builder (part time)
  • Workshop & Outreach Coordinator (part time)
  • Director of Human Resources (part time)
  • Financial Management Program (FMP) Coordinator (full time)

Funding Opportunities
Verizon Small Business Grants
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is built for small businesses, by small businesses. Take courses, sharpen your business skills and become grant eligible.
Agribusiness: There are several grant and loan options available. See below and meet with a SBDC business advisor to explore if your business or project is eligible for specialized funding.
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)
The USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) will award $1.05 billion throughout the remainder of FY 2023 and FY2024 in grants to certain energy saving projects in rural areas. Grant funding is increased to 50% (Federal share) for certain energy efficiency projects; guaranteed loans are available for 75% of a project's total cost. For further information and to determine whether you are eligible to submit an application, please see the REAP website.
Upcoming Conferences and Events
Open to all Culpeper County businesses and those who want to improve business skills and connect with the Culpeper community.
Classes and workshops cover sales, sources of capital and much more.
Lunch is provided.
Accidentally exporting?
Want to learn how to succeed in foreign markets??
Come meet the folks that can help you make it happen and hear from your neighbors who are getting global done!
Space is limited
APPLY TO PITCH TO ACCREDITED INVESTORS!
Pitch Preview - May 4
Charlottesville Angel Network (CAN) and Virginia SBDC are offering a pitch practice opportunity, with accredited angel investors. There is no cost to participate and presenter(s) will meet local angels and leave with actionable feedback.

Deadline to apply: April 24
Reach out for virtual or in person meetings in our Charlottesville & Culpeper offices.
Business Essentials Training (BET)
Prepare for launch with confidence OR conduct a “Business Health Check” as a foundation for expansion or growth. 

Weekly, Apr 18 - May 23
Tuesday afternoons, 1:00 - 3:00pm
In-person at The Nelson Center or online via Zoom.


Come learn with fellow entrepreneurs! Good company & parking are free!

Want to earn the Business Essentials Training Certificate?
More information can be found here.

There is a $10 administrative fee for each session. Scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for more information.
Starting Your Business

Thinking about starting a business?
Started, but could use some advice? This workshop is for you!
Learn the steps for a successful start, registrations and regulations, the components of sound business planning and meet other founders!
May 10 | 12:00 - 2:00pm
$10 fee. Scholarships available.

Learn more from the SBDC Network
April 19 | Noon EST

April 20 | 1:00 PM EST

April 25 | 10:30 AM EST
Join us for a night of Pitches!



Hosted on April 20th at 7 pm, at The CODE Building, 10 finalists will have 3 minutes each to pitch their business idea for a chance at winning over the crowd and the judges. Who will it be?
Happening in the Community
CBIC, VEDP, and UVA Career Center Present:

April 25 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Dairy Market: 946 Grady Ave, Charlottesville
CvilleBioHub Presents:

April 25 | 5:30 - 7:30pm
InBio: 700 Harris St, Charlottesville
Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Presents:

April 26 | 11:00am - 1:30pm
Holiday Inn: 1901 Emmet St, Charlottesville
Central Virginia SBDC

Your Partners in Business:

​Supporting Small Business - from Startups to International Expansion

Serving the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Culpeper, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Rappahannock.


Central Virginia Small Business Development Center | Visit our website
Charlottesville main office phone: 434-295-8198 | Culpeper direct phone: 540-727-0638
Culpeper office: 803 South Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701