Stafford Business Events

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.

Payment Processing

Virtual , United States

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. Key Takeaways: Choosing a Processor […]

Free

August Coffee Talk: Book Discussion Part II

718 Venue 718 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Join us at August’s Coffee Talk as we continue our book discussion on "Broadcasting Happiness" by Michelle Gielan, who headlined our 29th Annual Women’s Leadership Colloquium last November! This continued […]

Beer & Business: The Truth about RUNNING a Small Business!

Highmark Brewery 390 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

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 […]

GovCon 101: VOSB/SDVOSB

Webinar VA, United States

The SBA has recently taken over the certification of Veteran Owned Small Business/ Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) for set-aside opportunities with the government. This class will walk […]

Free

QuickBooks

UMW Small Business Development Center 1125 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA, United States

Did you know that more than 85% of business owners are using QuickBooks. Why? Because it is said to be “easy to use”. While it may be easier (italicize easier) […]

$150

The 2024 Business Acumen Series – Leading and Managing Hybrid Teams

The University of Mary Washington Stafford Campus 125 University Blvd, Stafford, VA, United States

The structure of work has changed, but what functions to build a good team hasn’t. In Leading and Managing Hybrid Teams, you will learn best practices for establishing trust, flexibility, […]

$275

The 2024 Business Acumen Series – Leading from Every Seat

The University of Mary Washington Dahlgren Campus 4224 University Drive, King Georgia, VA, United States

Leading doesn’t just happen at the top of an organization; leading happens throughout groups at varying levels of responsibility. Everyone has the opportunity to lead from right where they are, […]

$275

The 2024 Business Acumen Series – Building a Growth Mindset in Your Team

The University of Mary Washington Stafford Campus 125 University Blvd, Stafford, VA, United States

A growth mindset is the belief that a person’s capacities and talents can improve over time. This mindset primes a person to see potential in failure and be more resilient […]

$275