Don't forget about Small Business Saturday on Nov 26!
Saturday, November 26, 2022 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Please join SBA and organizations across the country to show your support by shopping at your local, small businesses.
Tax Credits to Consider
Virginia SBDC network member, Mike Austin, has compiled a non-exhaustive list of tax credits worth considering for small businesses.
Tis the Season
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Help us reach more small businesses with our free of charge, confidential, one-on-one advising. Join us in giving back, giving more, and giving big based upon your comfort and capacity. No amount of effort goes unnoticed and no donation is too small to contribute towards a positive impact in our community.

Thank you, in advance, for supporting your Small Business Development Center.  
Client Spotlight

Utrain is the all-in-one business management solution for basketball trainers.

This app allows athletes and parents to find trainers anytime, anywhere and allows trainers to connect with the basketball community.

We are excited to be apart of Utrain's journey as they continue to grow and expand the business.

Founders' Education Series

Are you ready to prepare for launch with confidence or evaluate an existing business? The Founders' Series is a 5-week series to prepare a solid foundation to start or expand.

All classes will be held via Zoom from 4:30-6:30pm


We encourage taking the sessions in order to complete an optional 
Entrepreneurship Certificate. More information can be found here.

There is a $5 administrative fee for each session of the Founder's Series. Email events@cvsbdc.org for more information.

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Navigating the FDA Regulatory Process
Nov 30 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM
ICAP Life Science Mentor Liz Pyle will be discussing Part I in a series on navigating the FDA regulatory process. This session will be focused on a pathway for medical device companies, but will also include a general overview of the FDA, important terms used, best practices, and tips, as well as several case studies. You can attend in-person at Mason's Science and Technology Campus in Manassas, as well as virtually via Zoom.
Central Virginia SBDC along with Shenandoah Valley SBDC, Capital Region SBDC, Laurel Ridge SBDC, SBDC Lynchburg Region, and Virginia State SBDC have partnered with Grow with Google to bring even more training opportunities to small businesses!

Grow with Google offers free training, tools, and resources to help you grow your skills, career, or business. Presenter, Randi Penfil, will present 4 webinars throughout the remainder of 2022.

Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
Dec 1 | 1:00 - 2:00pm

Make Better Business Decisions with Google Analytics
Dec 13 | 1:00 - 2:00pm
Access the CVSBDC Events Calendar and statewide training offerings
Support and celebrate CIC businesses this #SmallBusinessSaturday on November 26th!
#Shopcicville by checking out our entrepreneur directory and their unique businesses: cicville.org/entrepreneurs/!

It's the perfect opportunity to support local entrepreneurs and gives you a jump start on your holiday shopping. Be it a shimmery dress for a party you're attending or maybe you've been on the hunt for delicious treats to soothe your sweet tooth, we've got you covered either way!

Look for the CIC business icon. Take a photo, tag us @cicville and use "#shopcicville" on social media to let us know where you end up!
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