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SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:To register\, click this link. \nThis intensive webinar will give you an overview of how your small business can enter the federal marketplace\, including identifying your firm’s preparedness\, how to get registered in SAM\, finding federal opportunities\, and tools for in-depth market research. Webinar features marketing experts from the Regional Contracting Assistance Center.  \nPresenters are: Mary Hedrick and McKenzie Greer  \nMary Hedrick is a Procurement Counselor with RCAC-PTAC located in Athens\, WV. Mary is a 2004 graduate of Concord University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in management. Prior to working for RCAC Mary was a retail store director and part of new store builds. Mary spent 5 years as a stay-at-home mom. After her daughter began school\, Mary was a substitute teacher for the Mercer County Board of Education. Mary began working for RCAC in September of 2018. Mary’s office is located at her alma mater Concord University. Mary assists small businesses throughout the state of West Virginia with local\, state and federal government contracting.  \nMcKenzie Greer is a Procurement Counselor with RCAC-PTAC located at the home office in Charleston\, WV. McKenzie is a 2017 graduate of the University of Charleston with a B.A in Communications. Before working for RCAC\, McKenzie was a Business Development Representative at N3. Prior to that position she was the Communications Coordinator for the non-profit EntreEd. McKenzie has been with RCAC since April 2019. McKenzie’s focus is to assist small businesses in WV with local\, state and federal government contracting and helping small businesses in West Virginia thrive in the government contracting arena.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/government-contracting-101/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Funding/Accounting,Sales/Procurement,WV Hive Sponsored
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SUMMARY:CO.STARTERS Core Business Training: Special STEM and R&D Focus (5 Weeks)
DESCRIPTION:Register for this cohort here. \nThanks to our sponsor\, Beckley Area Foundation\, the price has been drastically reduced to $52. Regular price is $500! \nOver the course of ten sessions\, you will identify your assumptions about why and how your businesses will work and then talk to customers in order to validate your ideas. This approach enables you to rapidly uncover flaws in your concept and find viable models more quickly. You’ll leave the program with a deeper understanding of how to create a sustainable business\, articulate your model\, and repeat the process with your next great idea. \nThis 5 week course will have special content geared towards people in the STEM and R&D fields who are at the beginning stages of launching a business. We will go over how to get funding\, federal contracts\, and certifications that will propel you forward. Including but not limited to: HubZone\, Exporting\, SBIR/STTR\, and Patent 101. It will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. You will be part of a cohort where you can learn from and lean on each other. It is an interactive course\, so attendance at each session is required. \n\nSeptember 6th – Kickoff Session 1: Knowing Yourself – Introduction\, Assumptions\, Working Styles\, Team Building\, Obstacles (This session will be held in person at the WV Hive Office at 205 S. Kanawha Street\, Beckley\, WV) If participant cannot attend in person\, accommodations can be made for virtual attendance.\n\n\nSeptember 8th – Session 2: Knowing Your Customer – Customer\, Problem\, Alternatives\, Idea Testing\n\n\nSeptember 13th – Session 3: Finding the Right Solution – Solution\, Benefit\, Advantage\, Starting Small\, Brand Identity\n\n\nSeptember 15th – Session 4: Getting the Relationship Right – Marketing & Message; Getting\, Keeping & Growing Customers\n\n\nSeptember 20th – Session 5: Building Blocks – Distribution\, Revenue\, Typical Offering\, Price\n\n\nSeptember 22nd – Session 6: Structures & Systems – Legal & Accounting Considerations\n\n\nSeptember 27th – Session 7: Discovering the Bottom Line – Startup & Ongoing Needs\, Fixed & Variable Costs\, Break-Even Point\n\n\nSeptember 29th – Session 8: Financial Modeling – Break-Even Point\, Sales Projections\, Cash Flow\, Raising Capital\n\n\nOctober 4th – Session 9: Planning for Growth – Growth Plans\, Goal Setting\, Celebration Prep\n\n\nOctober 6th – Session 10: Celebration – You have come a long way! It is time to be recognized and to celebrate with your peers. Your group gets to decide how this happens.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/co-starters-core-business-training-special-stem-and-rd-focus-5-weeks/
LOCATION:WV Hive Business Hub\, 205 S. KANAWHA STREET\, BECKLEY\, WV\, 25801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,pitch,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220901T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220901T203000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To register\, click here \n  \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: Three main needs faced by starters are addressed \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea:  In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers. \nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas. \nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/get-started-a-co-starters-workshop-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,pitch,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220825T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T193103
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SUMMARY:Effective Online Presence for Small Businesses: How to Be Found By Google - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register. \nThis workshop is part 1 of 2 for How to Be Found by Google .  \nRoxy Turner of MARZ Strategies leads a 1-hour training dedicated to the key areas of your website that you need to increase the visibility of you and your brand online. How do you get traffic to your website and continue to grow your business\, this workshop explains it all.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/effective-online-presence-for-small-businesses-how-to-be-found-by-google-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220818T163000
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SUMMARY:Effective Online Presence: Promoting Your Business on Social Media
DESCRIPTION:To register\, click here \nRoxy Turner of MARZ Strategies will teach on how to utilize Facebook Ads because it is one of the most cost-effective ways to promote your business. You will earn how to create the most effective Facebook Ads with a budget that works for you. This easy-to-use training explores why Facebook is a key advertising tool for any business. \nWorkshop will be in person at Fruits of Labor\, 313 Neville Street\, Beckley\, WV and available virtually through Zoom.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/effective-online-presence-promoting-your-business-on-social-media/
LOCATION:Fruits of Labor – Beckley\, 313 Neville Street\, Beckley\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220811T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220811T130000
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SUMMARY:Effective Online Presence for Small Businesses: Google Business Profile
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is the first of six in a series titled: Effective Online Presence for Small Businesses. \nRoxy Turner of MARZ Strategies will guide you through the ins and outs of a Google Business Profile. This is the foundation for your effective online presence as a small business. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/effective-online-presence-for-small-businesses-google-business-profile/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220714T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220714T120000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Developing Your Passion into a Sustainable Venture\nCost $29.95\nClick HERE to register. \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea: In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers.\nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas.\nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward. \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/get-started-a-co-starters-workshop-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,Networking,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220628T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220628T203000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Developing Your Passion into a Sustainable Venture\nCost $29.95\nClick HERE to register. \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea: In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers.\nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas.\nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/co-starters-get-started-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220621T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220621T120000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Developing Your Passion into a Sustainable Venture\nCost $29.95\nClick HERE to register. \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea: In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers.\nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas.\nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/get-started-a-co-starters-workshop-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220609T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220609T203000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Developing Your Passion into a Sustainable Venture\nCost $29.95\nClick HERE to register. \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea: In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers.\nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas.\nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/get-started-a-co-starters-workshop-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,student,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220512T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220512T120000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Developing Your Passion into a Sustainable Venture\nCost $29.95\nClick HERE to register. \nBuilt on the CO.STARTERS model\, this three-hour workshop helps participants work together to explore their ideas through the CO.STARTERS Canvas\, learn how to refine their models through meaningful customer feedback\, and define next steps. \nWhether just getting started\, stuck on a particular issue\, or in need of a refresher\, this workshop will provide the jumpstart needed to get participants moving. \nWhat is covered: \nPart 1 – Explore Your Idea: In this section\, participants learn how the CO.STARTERS Canvas can help get ideas out of their heads into a format that can be refined over time. They also dive deep into understanding their customers.\nPart 2 – Refine Your Model: Once ideas are mapped out on the Canvas\, participants learn how to use customer feedback to refine them. They also are encouraged to find ways to start small in order to get in front of customers sooner and begin testing their ideas.\nPart 3 – Define Next Steps: As the workshop concludes\, participants define actionable steps that can be taken in the next hour\, day\, week\, and month to move their ideas forward.
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/get-started-a-co-starters-workshop-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,business model,business plan,entrepreneur,entrepreneur education,WV Hive Sponsored
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T110000
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SUMMARY:Refocus: A CO.STARTERS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register \n  \nFeeling stuck as an entrepreneur? Find a new way forward for your small business in this two-hour interactive workshop. \nAssess. Adapt. Act now to save your business.\nThis two–hour virtual workshop will help you find the focus and clarity you need to shift your mindset and learn how to meet your customer’s changing needs. If you feel stuck\, join us to identify your best next steps together. \nIn this workshop you will: \n\nDetermine immediate next steps needed to stabilize\n\n\nRe-examine your venture using the CO.STARTERS Canvas\n\n\nStrategize how to better solve your customers’ changing needs\n\n\nLearn how to adapt or refine your business model\n\n\nFind peer support during this time of isolation
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/refocus-a-co-starters-workshop-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WV Hive Sponsored
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ORGANIZER;CN="WV Hive":MAILTO:information@wvhive.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220128T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220128T100000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talks
DESCRIPTION:To register\, click here. \nJoin us for coffee and conversation at our first Coffee Talks session at 8:30am on January 28\, 2022\, at Hilltop Coffee\, Crab Orchard. Coffee Talks are designed to provide networking opportunities among local entrepreneurs\, business owners\, and community leaders. Also meet and get to know local serial entrepreneur\, Chris Vaught\, through an informal interview session with Judy Moore\, WV Hive Executive Director\, as they discuss the entrepreneurship journey.  \nSponsored by United Banks
URL:https://wvhive.com/event/coffee-talks/
LOCATION:Hilltop Coffee\, 1404 Robert C Byrd Drive\, Crab Orchard\, WV\, 25827
CATEGORIES:Networking,WV Hive Sponsored
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