Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center

10/20/2026

Tomorrow is the day! 🌟

If you haven't registered for the Start Smart Workshop in Verona yet, this is your sign.

Learn about the path to good decisions and a successful start to your business journey with this FREE workshop hosted by the Shenandoah Valley SBDC and Augusta County Economic Development & Tourism.

📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, Verona, VA
💲 FREE

🔗 https://www.valleysbdc.org/event/start-smart-augusta-10-21-26/

10/20/2026

One more opportunity for businesses!

It’s almost time! ⏰

There is still time to register for the Start Smart Workshop in Verona happening NEXT WEEK.

Join the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center and Augusta County Economic Development & Tourism for a FREE two-hour workshop designed to help entrepreneurs in the Augusta County area take the right first steps toward starting a business.

📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, Verona, VA
💲 FREE

Don’t miss it. Register today!
🔗 https://www.valleysbdc.org/event/start-smart-augusta-10-21-26/

10/15/2026

It’s almost time! ⏰

There is still time to register for the Start Smart Workshop in Verona happening NEXT WEEK.

Join the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center and Augusta County Economic Development & Tourism for a FREE two-hour workshop designed to help entrepreneurs in the Augusta County area take the right first steps toward starting a business.

📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, Verona, VA
💲 FREE

Don’t miss it. Register today!
🔗 https://www.valleysbdc.org/event/start-smart-augusta-10-21-26/

10/13/2026

A great marketing plan doesn’t have to be complicated. It just has to exist. 🎯

Knowing your competition, understanding your customers, and choosing the right channels and messaging are the building blocks of a marketing strategy that actually works.

Not sure where to start? That’s exactly what we’re here for. 👉 https://www.valleysbdc.org/business-consulting-advising/

10/08/2026

Have you registered yet? 📝

The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center and Augusta County Economic Development & Tourism are partnering to host a Start Smart Workshop in Verona on October 21st.

If you’re thinking about starting a business in the Augusta County area, this workshop was made for you!

📅 Wednesday, October 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, Verona, VA
💲 FREE

🔗 Register here today: https://www.valleysbdc.org/event/start-smart-augusta-10-21-26/

10/06/2026

Stronger together! 💙

Last week, Barry Henderson, Kaitlin Pomerleau, and Beverly Otzoy-Wentz represented the Shenandoah Valley SBDC at America’s SBDC 47th Annual Training Event in Atlanta, Georgia!

This national event brings together nearly 1,000 SBDC professionals from across the country for workshops, networking, and professional development.

We love seeing our team invest in their growth so they can bring even more to the entrepreneurs and small businesses we serve here in the Valley. 🎙️

10/01/2026

Calling all craft beverage producers in the Shenandoah Valley! 🍺

America's SBDC Virginia is hosting a free virtual webinar on October 22nd, designed specifically for breweries, wineries, distilleries, and other craft beverage businesses.

Managing Finances at Your Craft Beverage Business will cover the practical financial strategies you need to run a sustainable operation, including:

✅ Tax planning for beverage businesses
✅ Inventory management best practices
✅ Pricing strategy with finances in mind
✅ Improving overall financial decision-making

Featuring a conversation with Stephanie Artino, CPA and owner of Artino Business Advisors, who specializes in serving craft beverage businesses.

📅 October 22, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 AM EST
💻 Free Virtual Event

🔗 Register here: https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=900460058&cid=1JnKEECcVG7KvylZFpWStlJNnrwgBmmt1YlhJTQiST0qirV6UoymgC2mLPW5K-O21glK6tk2bWBBKQ1fywtwy_tmrjX9aQpIfY0xA6n_raBM=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ctct

09/29/2026

📊 Congratulations to our very own Jonathan Schrag on completing both Level 1 and Level 2 QuickBooks Online Certifications through Intuit!

These are the only two certification levels offered, meaning Jonathan has now achieved the highest level of QuickBooks Online expertise available. 🌟

With year-end quickly approaching, there's no better time to get your books in order. Whether you need help setting up QuickBooks, cleaning up your records, or preparing for tax season, Jonathan is here to help.

Ready to get your books in order before year-end? Book a free advising session today 👉 https://www.valleysbdc.org/business-consulting-advising/

09/22/2026

Barry wants to see YOU at this upcoming Start Smart Workshop! 🫵

In partnership with Augusta County Economic Development & Tourism , our very own Barry Henderson and Diane McCarthy are bringing a FREE Start Smart Workshop to Verona on October 21st.

If you're thinking about starting a business in the Augusta County area, this one is for you.

📅 October 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, Verona, VA
💲 FREE

Register today!
🔗 https://www.valleysbdc.org/event/start-smart-augusta-10-21-26/

09/17/2026

Sometimes the best measure of success is looking back at where you started. 📈

This is exactly the kind of growth we love to see. A business owner who set a goal, got the support they needed, and blew right past it.

No-cost advising. Real impact. We're here when you're ready.
🔗 www.valleysbdc.org