People Incorporated Financial Services

08/26/2026

What happens after the meeting matters

Behind the scenes, our team is making calls, exploring options, answering questions, and looking for ways to help move your goals forward. At PIFS, being your local lending partner means working with you and working for you every step of the way.

08/25/2026

Join our partner, HIVE of Shenandoah University, for an interactive 6-week Veteran Bootcamp designed to help veterans turn their business ideas into thriving ventures.

Participants will gain valuable insight into business strategy, marketing and branding, financial readiness, available business resources, and more—all while connecting with fellow veteran entrepreneurs.

Thursdays, September 17–October 22 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
HIVE Room 212 & Entrepreneurship Lounge
Hazel-Pruitt Armory | Wi******er, VA

Register by September 15 to reserve your spot!

08/21/2026

Meet the People Behind PIFS!

The support you receive from PIFS comes from real people who live, work, and care about the communities we serve.

Each month, we'll be introducing you to one of the faces behind that support. To kick off the series, meet MJ Holden, our Trainer & Business Support Specialist!

MJ works alongside entrepreneurs by developing and leading workshops, providing one-on-one business support, and connecting small business owners with the resources they need to move their ideas forward. As a Southwest Virginia native and UVA Wise graduate, MJ is passionate about giving back to the communities that helped shape her. She is proud to be part of a team dedicated to strengthening our local small business community and helping entrepreneurs grow with confidence.

We're proud to be your local partner and even prouder of the people who make that partnership possible every day.

08/19/2026

We’re proud to share recent work that demonstrates how PIFS is helping create meaningful economic opportunities in communities across our region. Through our New Markets Tax Credit program and partnerships with community-focused organizations, we’re helping support projects that invest in people, businesses, and local economies.

Two projects in Knoxville are providing dramatic proof of how strategic investment will help the area grow stronger, healthier and more economically

08/17/2026

Today, on National Nonprofit Day, we're taking a moment to recognize the organizations that are making a difference in our communities.

We're grateful to partner with nonprofits that dedicate their time and resources to serving others, and we're honored to play a small role in supporting their missions. Thank you for all that you do!

08/17/2026

Have a business idea but aren't sure where to start?

The Avante Small Business Bootcamp is a free six-week program designed to help parents in recovery or re-entry move from idea to launch. Hosted by People Inc. Financial Services, Strong ACC, and FoundersForge, participants will learn essential business fundamentals including validating an idea, understanding customers, creating a business plan, managing finances, building a business, and marketing a brand.

Sessions will be held at People Inc. Headquarters, located at 1173 W. Main Street, Abingdon, VA. Space is limited, and applications are required.

Learn more and apply today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoCNuZdM-OdvRBA4o1Fe1V6PNqkJOOZ_lCJClmkGFyv1NgsQ/viewform

08/07/2026

💰 You don't need a big marketing budget to attract more customers.
Join us for this FREE Lunch & Learn and discover practical, low-cost marketing strategies that help small businesses grow through smart planning and community connections.
📍 Laurel Ridge Community College – Fauquier Campus
📅 August 20 | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
🥪 Bring your lunch!

08/04/2026

Helping entrepreneurs turn their dreams into thriving businesses is at the heart of what we do. Read Taylor’s inspiring story and see the impact of community-focused lending and business support.

Testimony Tuesday! Take a minute to read about Taylor’s experience working with People Incorporated Financial Services!

BLENDING BEAUTY AND BUSINESS

Taylor had always dreamed of blending her passion for beauty with her entrepreneurial spirit. She wanted to create a career that combined her love for making brides feel beautiful with esthetician services. A recommendation from a business owner led Taylor to People Incorporated’s Financial Services.

People Incorporated took the time to understand Taylor’s unique business model and aspirations. Their supportive approach made the loan process feel manageable, allowing her to secure the funding she needed to launch her salon. With financial support in hand, Taylor transformed an empty space into a vibrant, welcoming business—Artistry by Taylor.

To learn more about her story we have a video linked in our 2025 Impact Report!

If you wish to learn more about our program, please visit our website to see how we can help you accomplish your dreams!

07/31/2026

We're grateful to have participated in the Business Resource Fair and connect with entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout the region. Thank you to the City of Wi******er Economic Development Authority and all the partners who helped make this event a success. We look forward to continuing to support Virginia's small business community!

07/23/2026

Join us at Red, White & Revenue: Freedom to Profit!

We're excited to participate in Red, White & Revenue on Tuesday, July 28, at the King Community Center in Cedar Bluff, VA. This free event hosted by Southwest Virginia Small Business Development Center features expert speakers, educational sessions, and valuable resources to help entrepreneurs and small business owners start, grow, and strengthen their businesses.

Be sure to stop by the People Incorporated Financial Services (PIFS) vendor table to learn about our business training initiatives, small business financing options, and other resources available to support your entrepreneurial journey.

Register today: https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=150460007

We look forward to seeing you there!