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Events in the month of March 2023
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3/1/2023
 -3/31/2023

Join the Virginia Hispanic Foundation to hear from incredible and successful Latina leaders and influencers who radiate positive ideals, sharing their background, personal stories, and professions, while addressing the social, political and economic issues that contribute to an increasingly diverse and talented workplace.

Featuring 
Sylvia Acevedo

Recently named as one of America's top 50 women in tech as stated in Forbes Magazine, Sylvia Acevedo is an American engineer and businesswoman. Learn more about Sylvia Acevedo by visiting www.sylviaacevedo.org

Or by picking up a copy of Sylvia's book: Path to the Stars 

An inspiring memoir for young readers about a Latina rocket scientist whose early life was transformed by joining the Girl Scouts and who eventually served as CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA.


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3/7/2023

 

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3/9/2023
According to a 2022 Zipia.com study, 55% of people making their living in sales don’t have the right skills to succeed. What’s going wrong for so many people? Join us on this free webinar to learn about what keeps salespeople from reaching their full potential and find how Upskill Training Partners can help individuals and companies overcome this problem.

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3/15/2023

Have you recently started your business in the commonwealth of Virginia? Are you a small, minority, or woman-owned business?
Chris Ley, from the Virginia Department of Small Business and Suppliers Diversity (SBSD) will cover the steps to complete your application. This will include supporting documents.
The lab will cover:

  • The SWAM certification process
  • Documents needed to register
  • Introduction to Virginia's procurement portal - EVA

This workshop certification/ lab is sponsored by the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) in collaboration with the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce which in unison with the Multicultural Chamber Alliance (MCCA).
 


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3/16/2023

Aprenderá sobre los diferentes programas de préstamos, incluidos 7A, CDC / 504 y Micropréstamos que la SBA garantizará para su prestamista. Además, Leo cubrirá cuándo son apropiados los préstamos garantizados por la SBA, los beneficios para las pequeñas empresas, la elegibilidad, los detalles del préstamo y el uso aprobado de los fondos del préstamo.

Lionel “Leo” Davila ha sido especialista en relaciones con prestamistas de la SBA desde 2011. Antes de unirse a la SBA, Leo se desempeñó como administrador médico para el Departamento de Defensa en la Base de la Fuerza Aérea Lackland en San Antonio. De 1988 a 2002 Leo fue el Gerente del Programa de Desarrollo Económico de la Autoridad de Vivienda de San Antonio. Además, realizó desarrollo económico en Massachusetts, donde administró un programa de microcréditos y brindó capacitación bilingüe para pequeñas empresas.


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3/17/2023
Whether you are a new member or want to learn about how we can help your business, please join this chamber orientation to learn about the Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and our membership benefits. Meet the chamber team, learn how to log into your member portal, access and update your online business tools, register for events, and more. There will be a Q&A session at the end of this presentation. 

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3/23/2023

Aging in Northern Virginia

Thursday, March 23, 2023
7:30 am 12:00 pm | Hybrid Conference
Northern Virginia Community College Ernst Cultural Center
8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale
VIRTUAL: Zoom Webinar

IN-PERSON: $75 | VIRTUAL: $25 Registration Fee

Contrary to popular perception, only 6.5 percent of older Northern Virginians move in a given year and only 2.6 percent of them leave the state. An overwhelming majority, therefore, “age in place ,” and they constitute an ever growing percent of the local demographic. Who are they, what do they need, and how can we help?


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3/23/2023

¿Inicias un negocio? ¿Es adecuada la franquicia para usted? ¡CONOZCA LOS DETALLES!

  • Realidad y Mitos sobre las Franquicias
  • Tendencias en las franquicias de hoy
  • Cómo funciona el modelo de negocio de franquicias
  • Cómo encontrar, investigar y seleccionar la franquicia adecuada
  • Costos y Financiamiento de Franquicias
  • Reglamento de Franquicias
  • Lo que se necesita para convertirse en un propietario de franquicia exitoso.

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3/29/2023
 -3/31/2023

The VOSH Safety and Health Conference provides low-cost training for employers and employees in Virginia. Attendees have the opportunity to hear presentations from experts in the field, network with other professionals, and meet with vendors. It will be held at the Newport News Marriott at City Center in Newport News, Virginia. VOSH Cooperative Programs hosts the event every year for the public. This year will be the agency’s 25th year hosting the Conference. Information about the conference including the agenda, speaker bios, and a welcome page from the DOLI Commissioner can be found on our webpage. We look forward to seeing you at the Conference.

Pre-Conference OSHA 10 Hour courses will be offered for General Industry, Construction, and Spanish Construction. These Classes Begin On Tuesday, March 28, and conclude Wednesday morning March 29.


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3/31/2023

Virginia Union University is excited to bring to you in person the 8th annual Legacy Award & Scholarship Gala on Friday, March 31, 2023, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The event will reflect on this year's theme, "All Things Excellence" celebrating 158 years of providing a nurturing and intellectual environment for learning and raising scholarship revenue to help students overcome any financial barriers associated with pursuing a college degree.

Our president and founder Michel Zajur will be receiving the Community Leader Award this year for his incredible work supporting the Hispanic/Latino and business community.

If you are interested in attending on behalf of the Virginia Hispanic Chamber, please email Taty@vahcc.com


 

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3/31/2023

Fairfax County Green Business Forum

The Fairfax County Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, in partnership with the Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives and Smart City Works, is hosting a Fairfax County Green Business Partners Forum on Friday, March 31.
 
The goal of this Forum is to showcase energy- and climate-success stories and provide opportunities to network with green business leaders throughout Fairfax County. 
 
At the Green Business Partners Forum, you will learn about:
  • Cost-effective pathways to achieving carbon neutrality for your business, including federal, state, and local financing opportunities
  • Energy benchmarking and case studies to identity energy upgrades that could result in savings for your business
  • Workforce development to meet the needs of a carbon neutral economy
  • Fairfax County’s new Green Business Partners program and how to sign on as an inaugural member
The Forum will promote peer-to-peer learning on how green business practices can lower operational costs, reduce waste, and contribute to a healthier community.
This event will be held in-person at the Courtyard by Marriott Tysons McLean, Virginia, and space is limited. If you’re a business leader in Fairfax County who is working towards carbon neutrality or is ready to start, we encourage you to register for the Green Business Partners Forum today.
 
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