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| 9/5/2024 | Whether you are a new member or want to brush up on new chamber tools please join this membership orientation to learn about all the benefits included in your membership. 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. more info... |
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| 9/17/2024 | Event Details: Speakers:
 Olga Molnar - International Trade Specialist U.S. Commercial Service Olga comes to the U.S. Commercial Service with over 15 years of experience and connections in international trade, foreign direct investment, international economics, commercial diplomacy and U.S. economic development. In her previous role as Vice President of Business Development for the Greater Richmond Partnership, Olga promoted Richmond and the Commonwealth at large, as the best location in the country for international businesses. In her current role at the U.S. Commercial Service (CS), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, Olga assists companies that are new to exporting or expanding to new markets by offering them a full range of expertise in international trade. Olga is an active member of the Education Team and leads education efforts in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is the Board Member of the Study Virginia Consortium.  Chris Van Orden - Assistant Director, International Business Development Virginia SBDC - George Mason University The Virginia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) network is a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration, George Mason University, and premier institutions throughout Virginia that helps grow and strengthen Virginia businesses through professional business advising, training, and business resources. The Virginia SBDC's International Business Development program supports Virginia-based small businesses through confidential counseling, training, and customized research to help companies mitigate risks, prioritize markets, identify financing, and grow export sales.  Hannah Robertson-Forrest - Senior Grants Manager and Virginia’s STEP Project Director Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), International Trade Ms. Hannah Robertson-Forrest will provide an overview of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s resources for Virginia companies interested in exporting, including VEDP programs, services, and international trade shows and trade missions. Ms. Robertson-Forrest will provide additional details about Virginia’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP), funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the SBA, which supports small businesses in Virginia to access global markets and generate international sales for their goods and services. Martin Short - Lead Economic Development Specialist U.S. Small Business Administration Martin is a native of Brunswick County and graduated from Brunswick Senior High School and St. Paul’s College. Martin worked with for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in the South Carolina District Office as the Economic Development and Public Affairs Specialist. Martin’s job was to promote and expand the SBA’s brand, services, and resources offered by the agency. In addition, he supported the office with creating and cultivating significant partnerships throughout South Carolina. Currently, Martin serves as the Lead Economic Development Specialist and Public Information Officer for the SBA Virginia-Richmond District Office. In this role, his job is to expand the agency’s brand and reach throughout Virginia. Martin’s overall background consists of economic development, entrepreneurship, business development, management, and workforce development. Miguel Peñaloza - Export Finance Manager, Office of International Trade U.S. Small Business Administration The Office of International Trade (OIT) is SBA’s ongoing initiative to support small businesses by providing support to banks through three core export loan programs. These SBA-backed loan programs provide lenders with tools to support small businesses that are either exporting or are thinking of exporting. This presentation will provide an overview of the loan programs available today. Miguel Peñaloza is part of a team of Export Finance Managers focusing on the promotion of the export loan programs. Prior to joining the SBA, Miguel worked as a Loan Specialist with the U.S. Export-Import Bank (ExIm Bank) as well as a Membership Manager with the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). His background in lending provides a unique understanding of the financing needs for small business exporters. Miguel is fluent in Spanish and proficient in Portuguese. more info... |
| 9/19/2024 | Whether you are a new member or want to brush up on new chamber tools please join this membership orientation to learn about all the benefits included in your membership. 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. more info... |
| 9/21/2024 | Virginia Hispanic Foundation Fundraiser Come out to City Stadium as the Richmond Kickers Pro Soccer Club faces off against Lexington SC for our annual Fiesta de Herencia Hispana! Each ticket sold through the link will provide a $7 kickback to the Virginia Hispanic Foundation! Gates set to open at 4:45pm with kickoff set for 6:00pm. See you at City Stadium! more info... |
| 9/27/2024 | Este seminario web es ideal para dueños de pequeños negocios, individuos y aspirantes a emprendedores que desean mejorar sus puntajes de FICO® Score, comprender el impacto del crédito personal en las oportunidades financieras y recibir asesoramiento financiero personalizado. more info... |
| 9/28/2024 | Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival celebrating the essence of Hispanic culture with great food, live music, and much more! more info... |
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