Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center

05/12/2026

Tomorrow is the big day!

The Employer Expo regional hiring fair is held each spring and fall, bringing together job seekers and growing employers from across the Northern Shenandoah Valley. This in-person event offers a direct opportunity to explore current job openings, learn about career pathways, and make meaningful connections with companies actively hiring.

Employers represent a range of industries and are on site to discuss open positions, workplace culture, and advancement opportunities, making the Expo a practical, efficient way for job seekers to take the next step in their careers while helping regional employers connect with local talent.

DATE – May 13, 2026
TIME – 1pm – 5pm
LOCATION – Shenandoah University | James R. Wilkins Athletics & Events Center

Learn More at: https://www.liveloveshenandoah.com/employer-expo/

05/11/2026

Proper employee training and retention strategies do more than improve workplace culture—they give business owners back valuable time! Less turnover means fewer interruptions, lower hiring costs, stronger productivity, and more time to focus on growing profits.

Join Wi******er Area Society for Human Resource Management on May 27th to learn how effective HR practices can help your business run smoother, strengthen your team, and create long-term growth.

Register today at:
https://washrm.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=96&ts=1777914934&fbclid=IwY2xjawRu3rFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5cTFRdVJJTkpiZnplRGwwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqGB5ttA8FTzZaTthN3JekCKFWplKUn-JY_1Oqb5TiTIv59OltVOv1xgXFDo_aem_LOnjXaurtFpDHa1EDnGobA

on Wi******er Area Society for Human Resource Management your business run more smoothly, strengthen your team, and create long-term growth.

05/11/2026

05/09/2026

You wrote the book—now how do you sell it?
Getting published is only the beginning. The real challenge is getting your book into readers’ hands.
Join us for our 2-part Summer Reading Training + Expo and learn how to market your work, build your audience, and show up with confidence at live events.

05/08/2026

The Employer Expo regional hiring fair is held each spring and fall, bringing together job seekers and growing employers from across the Northern Shenandoah Valley. This in-person event offers a direct opportunity to explore current job openings, learn about career pathways, and make meaningful connections with companies actively hiring.

Employers represent a range of industries and are on site to discuss open positions, workplace culture, and advancement opportunities, making the Expo a practical, efficient way for job seekers to take the next step in their careers while helping regional employers connect with local talent.

DATE – May 13, 2026
TIME – 1pm – 5pm
LOCATION – Shenandoah University | James R. Wilkins Athletics & Events Center

Learn More at: https://www.liveloveshenandoah.com/employer-expo/

05/08/2026

You’ve grown your business—but now it’s time to grow your team.
Hiring, retention, compliance, performance… it adds up fast. And getting it wrong can cost you.
Join us May 27th to learn how to navigate HR with confidence and build a team that supports your growth.

Register at: https://washrm.starchapter.com/meet-reg1.php?id=96&fbclid=IwY2xjawRkUUZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE5b0JLMHAyRHFiVWw1MVQwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo2kdmy2euMEE8_rIe1bxtB-QEuOJPA1TnFLsbm-ROT1vJrA-Mm5YSTKdMOq_aem_r5QJXd83nkjP3-PR_-N_lw

05/07/2026

Another incredible RevUp ShenCo week in the books

We wrapped up the final seminar of the week with Reels 2.0, and other workshops held earlier this week - helping local businesses learn how to get more visible online through Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and short form video content that actually connects and converts.

A huge thank you to the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce for partnering with us to help empower our local business community with practical tools, fresh ideas, and encouragement to show up confidently online.

From marketing tips and platform strategies to creating reels that grab attention, this week was filled with collaboration, creativity, and growth. Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities, and we’re proud to be part of helping them thrive.

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, asked questions, and shared your stories with us. Keep showing up. Your business deserves to be seen.

05/07/2026

What happens when small businesses stop competing and start collaborating?
Real partnerships. Shared customers. Stronger communities.
In a recent hands-on session, local entrepreneurs turned ideas into action—building connections and launching collaborations on the spot. Because when small businesses work together, everyone grows.

05/06/2026

Thank you Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce!

05/06/2026

8th Annual Small Business Day
HR Nightmares: What's Keeping Small Businesses Up at Night

May 27, 2026 • 8am-12pm
at The George Washington Hotel
8a-8:45a: Registration, Breakfast, and Networking
8:45a-9:30a: Wi******er Area Society for Human Resource Management Business Meeting
9:30a-11:15a: Small Business Program
HR Nightmare Roundtable Discussion
11:15a-12:00p: Vendor Showcase

Members are welcome to attend at no cost; however, those who register and do not attend will be billed $35 to cover the cost of their meal. If you are unable to attend after registering, please notify us by the close of business on the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting.

Register at https://washrm.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=96&ts=1777914934

05/06/2026

🎥 Ready to turn your views into customers?

Join us May 7th for “Reels 2.0: Content that Converts” and learn what’s working right now on Instagram and Facebook presented by Meredith Hancock, Hancock Media.

⏰ Limited spots—register today!