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.

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Government Contracting And Certification Programs

Stafford Regional Airport 95 Aviation Way, Fredericksburg, VA

Join us to learn more about Federal and State Government Contracting And Certification Programs The Federal and State Government Contracting and Certifications Programs is a business development resource instituted by the University of Mary Washington Center for Economic Development (UMW SBDC) and the Stafford County Economic Development Authority (Stafford EDA). This program is designed for […]

Understanding Employment Regulations

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

The speaker, Randy Sparks, Jr., will address basic human resource topics that all business owners should be familiar with. It is more important than ever to stay in compliance with Virginia and federal labor regulations. To ensure that your business is compliant, please join us for "Understanding Employment Regulations." Topics Covered: What information can I […]

$30

First Thursdays with the SBA: HubZone

Virtual

Topic: HUBZone Grab your lunch and join us the first Thursday of each month to learn more about SBA programs and network with other small business owners. Do you own a small business and are interested in contracting with the federal government? Did you know that government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses in […]

Free

UMW Women’s Colloquium Monthly Coffee Talk

Jepson Alumni and Executive Center 1119 Hanover Street, Fredericksburg, VA

This event takes place monthly, with themed discussions led by local leaders, and all are welcome. Please join us in person! April's Coffee Talk will be led Dr. Keyanna Hawkins, Interim Director of Equity Advancement at Germanna Community College, discussing the topic of Speaking Power Over Your Life. Networking is the best thing you can […]

Free

Blue Print Business Plan Workshop

Virtual

This four-hour workshop covers the development of the business plan and financial forecasting of the business plan. Please be prepared to begin working on your business plan during the class. We will start by opening a Microsoft Word or Google Doc for you to add information to as we proceed through the workshop. By the […]

$30

ACES Luncheon

Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Frederickburg, VA

Guest Speakers: Nicholas Minor, Director, King George County Economic Development Gary Wilson, Director of Economic Development & Tourism, Caroline County Additional Panelists TBD Local economic development professionals will be providing brief overviews of the economic development projects in their areas, discussing economic growth, demographic trends, community engagement and attraction, and more during this panel. Time will […]

The RFP: Who? What? When?

Virtual

Many bid requests are written by different people, with different knowledge and interests, with no two bid requests exactly the same. To be successful in your bid submission you should follow the organizational priority set by those who manage the evaluation process. This training will outline the bid request structure for major competitive and negotiated […]

Free

6 Simple ways to get Cybersecurity for your Small Business

Virtual

Todd Mitchell owner of Cybersecurity4biz, LLC will walk you through 6 things you can do from your desk, right now, for FREE, to improve your cybersecurity posture for your business, office/home, and self! Key Takeaways: - Improving Network Cybersecurity by configuring your router properly - Improving Computer Cybersecurity by making sure security patches are updated, […]

Free

GovCon 101: WOSB

Virtual

Topic: WOSB and EDWOSB Certification The Federal Government buys over $600 billion per year on goods and services, 5% of that spend is allocated for Woman Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Businesses (WOSB/EDWOSB). This is a huge opportunity for small woman owned firms, who qualify, to grow their business and become part of the […]

Free

Fundability for Small Businesses

Virtual

This seminar is being offered in a hybrid format. You can choose to attend virtually via Zoom or attend in person at 1125 Emancipation Hwy, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. This two hour seminar will help attendees understand how to be more marketable to small business lenders. The seminar will detail the documents needed and […]

Free