The Department of Stafford Economic Development and Tourism focuses on business attraction, entrepreneurship, and initiatives that stimulate our regional business economy. Watch our list of business events here so you can get involved in the business and entrepreneurial community in Stafford.
This is a self-guided online learning module that covers the First Steps to Starting a Business webinar. You will receive the link to the module within 1 business day upon receiving your payment. You will have three weeks to go through the online module and it does not need to be completed before the end […]
Celebrate Stafford Businesses! 2024 Business Appreciation Reception Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 5:00-7:00 PM Riverside Center for the Performing Arts 95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 Register here Stafford County takes pride in its vibrant community of dedicated, loyal, and philanthropic professionals and leaders who have chosen to make Stafford their business home. This annual […]
This is a self-guided online learning module that covers the First Steps to Starting a Business webinar. You will receive the link to the module within 1 business day upon receiving your payment. You will have three weeks to go through the online module and it does not need to be completed before the end […]
In partnership with the Society of Human Resource Management, this 16 hour course will be offered live over Zoom. Sharpen your HR skills to face today’s HR issues. Human Resource issues impact every company in some way. That’s why it’s important to understand the fundamental issues surrounding HR today. SHRM, the leading global HR professional […]
This is a self-guided online learning module that covers the First Steps to Starting a Business webinar. You will receive the link to the module within 1 business day upon receiving your payment. You will have three weeks to go through the online module and it does not need to be completed before the end […]
This one-hour webinar is designed for small business owners to learn more about credit card optimization, including reducing fees on credit cards and gifts cards. Learning Outcomes: Choosing a Processor - What to look for when picking a company to process credit cards. Visa/MC Interchange - Find out how the processors get charged and how […]
Are traditional funding sources not a fit for your business? Consider crowdfunding. Join us as we discuss how crowdfunding works, why it may work for you, and tips and tricks on how to be a successful crowd funder. Finding revenue is one of the challenges for a project/idea/business. There are many options to help fund […]
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. On May 8th, come and network with business professionals at one of Stafford's great breweries - […]
Join us at May's Coffee Talk as we discuss Stress Management & Mindfulness! In this session, we will have an informal chat about the things that stress us out, along with tips and tools to decrease stress. This session will end in a guided meditation. May's Coffee Talk will be led by Deb Andrus-Lokrantz, Coordinator […]
The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services, 5% of that spend is allocated for Small Business. This is a huge opportunity for firms, who qualify, to grow their business and become part of the challenging world of Government Contracting through set-aside opportunities. In order to get noticed by small […]