Virginia Small Business Development Center

06/02/2026

You don't have to figure out your next business move alone.

If you've attended a Virginia SBDC Network workshop recently, you've already invested time in learning new strategies and ideas. The next step is turning those insights into results.

That's where one-on-one advising can make the difference.

Our advisors help business owners:

✅ Create actionable plans

✅ Work through financial questions

✅ Refine marketing strategies

✅ Explore funding opportunities

✅ Navigate growth challenges

The Virginia SBDC Network offers confidential, no-cost advising through 25 local offices across Virginia.

Because success doesn't come from information alone—it comes from implementation.

Ready to put what you've learned into action? Connect with your local SBDC today: https://www.virginiasbdc.org/office-locations/


Mountain Empire Community College - Small Business Development Center Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC Small Business Development Center at SWCC Virginia Highlands SBDC
Mason Small Business Development Center Loudoun SBDCUMW SBDC Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center Central Virginia Small Business Development Center - CV SBDC Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center en Español Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center Capital Region VA Small Business Development Center Longwood SBDC Small Business Development Center - Lynchburg Region Blue Ridge Crossroads Small Business Development Center

06/01/2026

05/28/2026

May is Small Business Month, and we’re celebrating the entrepreneurs, startups, and small business teams making a difference across Virginia.

From creating jobs and serving their communities to driving innovation and economic growth, small businesses continue to shape the future of the Commonwealth.

At the Virginia SBDC Network, we are proud to provide business advising, training, and resources that help businesses start, grow, and succeed. Thank you to the business owners, employees, partners, and supporters who keep Virginia’s small business community strong.

We’re honored to support your journey and celebrate your impact this month and throughout the year.

Learn more: https://www.virginiasbdc.org/advising/



Loudoun SBDC Mason Small Business Development Center UMW SBDC Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center Central Virginia Small Business Development Center - CV SBDC Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center en Español Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center Longwood SBDC Small Business Development Center - Lynchburg Region Blue Ridge Crossroads Small Business Development Center Mountain Empire Community College - Small Business Development Center Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC Small Business Development Center at SWCC Virginia Highlands SBDC

05/26/2026

You have questions. We have answers. 👏

💡 Is venture capital the only way to grow a business?
💡 What makes a business attractive for acquisition?
💡 How do private equity buyouts work?
💡 What should founders know before planning an exit strategy?

Join the Virginia SBDC Network’s ICAP program and entrepreneur Joe Belsterling for a real-world conversation about fundraising, company growth, and private equity acquisition opportunities for small businesses.

Joe founded Virginia-based ed-tech company MajorClarity, serving more than 6.5 million students nationwide, and now leads Ten28 Holdings, acquiring and operating durable businesses with recurring revenue and strong customer retention.

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, or small business owner looking for growth strategies beyond venture capital, this webinar is for you.

Register today: https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=930460010



Loudoun SBDC Mason Small Business Development Center UMW SBDC Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center Central Virginia Small Business Development Center - CV SBDC Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center en Español Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center Capital Region VA Small Business Development Center Longwood SBDC Small Business Development Center - Lynchburg Region Blue Ridge Crossroads Small Business Development Center Mountain Empire Community College - Small Business Development Center Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC Small Business Development Center at SWCC Virginia Highlands SBDC

05/26/2026

05/19/2026

Collaboration, connection, and community were on full display at the Destination Visit Blue Ridge: Small Business Tourism Conference in Buchanan.

The Virginia SBDC Network was proud to support this event via our Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC team, bringing together entrepreneurs, tourism leaders, and community partners for meaningful conversations about regional growth and small business success.

The Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC hosted a panel discussion on "Coopetition, Collaboration, Regionalism & Goldilocks", featuring:

• Sarah Melendy, Mountain Thyme Honey & Gifts

• Karen & John Schopp, Center Stage Catering | The Porch & Voodoo Lounge Bar | Fire Kitchen

• Carissa & Keegan Divant, Be Grace Studios

Panelists shared candid insights on balancing collaboration and competition, building strong regional partnerships, and creating experiences that strengthen both local economies and community identity.

Attendees also heard from Regina Cook, MS, CPTM of Virginia Western Community College, whose presentation, “Rocking It: Entrepreneurial Success in a Multi-Generational World,” offered valuable perspective on leading and connecting across generations in today’s evolving business landscape.

Thank you to all who participated, shared their expertise, and helped make this gathering such a meaningful opportunity for learning and connection.

Events like this demonstrate the power of regional collaboration in supporting vibrant small business ecosystems across Virginia.

Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge

05/18/2026

$1M is available to small businesses through a new pitch competition.

05/18/2026

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