Events from October 3, 2024 – February 11, 2025

Business Insurance to Protect Yourself and Your Business (webinar)

K Walker — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Business insurance protects you from the unexpected costs of running a business. Accidents, natural disasters, and lawsuits could threaten the business if you are not protected with the right insurance. We’ll talk about picking insurance and types of insurance!

This webinar will be facilitated by Stacy Tucker of State Farm Insurance.

Zoom link provided upon registration.

Closed Program – Fairfax County Early Childhood Programs and Services

K Walker — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Closed Program with Fairfax County Early Childhood Programs and Services.

How to Avoid and Protect Your Business from Scams (webinar)

saljaran — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Learn about common scams affecting small businesses and practical ways to protect your business from fraud at this webinar presented by the Federal Trade Commission! Also, hear from Nirav “Nick” Rajpara of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Washington Metropolitan Area District Office as he shares more about SBA resources.

This webinar is hosted by the Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia in collaboration with Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center and Maryland Women’s Business Center.

Join us, virtually, for this informative session! Webinar link and details provided upon registration.

Fee: No Cost

Register at: https://wbcnova.centerdynamics.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460053

Closed Program – Fairfax County Early Childhood Programs and Services

K Walker — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Closed Program with Fairfax County Early Childhood Programs and Services.

Know Your SBA Capital Access Options (webinar)

K Walker — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Need funding for your business? Learn the different types of Capital Access programs that the SBA has to offer. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is a dedicated federal agency, with a mission to “aid, counsel, assist and protect” small businesses in the United States (and its territories). The SBA offers an array of funding programs for an array of businesses in various stages. It is important to know these capital access options that are available to your business along its journey. We will highlight debt, equity, and grant-like programs that the SBA offers.

Hosted by the Maryland Women’s Business Center, this webinar is in partnership with the Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia!

Why Every LLC Needs an Operating Agreement (webinar)

K Walker — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000

This webinar will guide you through what an operating agreement is and its importance in an LLC’s operation and in its protection from future liability. Participants will review and discuss some key provisions found in operating agreements to gain a better understanding of the language found in this type of agreement and why such language is important.

You will learn:

What is an operating agreement and why all LLCs need one
Three reasons why a single-member LLC needs an operating agreement
5 key provisions that all operating agreements should have
5 common mistakes made in operating agreements

This will be facilitated by Bonnie Sanchez of Law Office of Bonnie M. Sanchez PLLC.

Hosted by the Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia, this webinar is in partnership with Maryland Women’s Business Center

Join us, virtually, for this informative webinar! Zoom link and details provided upon registration.

FCEDA’s Entrepreneurship 101: From Idea to Expansion!

K Walker — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Join us at Fairfax County Economic Development Authority’s “Entrepreneurship 101: From Idea to Expansion!”

Launch. Grow. Scale.

Whether you’re exploring a business idea, launching a startup, or growing an existing business, Entrepreneurship 101 will provide practical guidance to help you move your business forward.

Join Fairfax County’s business experts and resource partners for an engaging, interactive workshop designed to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions, avoid common mistakes, and connect with valuable resources that support business success.

During this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

Evaluate and strengthen your business idea
Build a solid foundation for launching and growing your business
Develop effective marketing and operational strategies
Identify funding opportunities and business support resources
Understand local licensing, tax, and regulatory requirements
Connect with organizations that can support your business at every stage

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for:

Aspiring entrepreneurs
New business owners
Small business owners looking to grow
Entrepreneurs considering expansion into new markets

Why attend?

Learn from experienced business advisors
Discover resources available through Fairfax County and regional partners
Gain practical strategies you can apply immediately
Meet and network with fellow entrepreneurs
Attend at no cost

https://fairfaxcountyeda.org/event/entrepreneurship-101-from-idea-to-expansion-3/?_gl=1*1svibgj*_up*MQ..*_ga*OTM0NTIzNjQzLjE3ODUzMzkzNzg.*_ga_Y5K1X6T1DC*czE3ODUzMzkzNzgkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODUzMzk0MTkkajE5JGwwJGgw

Preparing Your Financials for Tax Time (webinar)

K Walker — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Are you a business owner feeling overwhelmed by tax season? Whether you’re approaching your first filing or just trying to stay better organized, this beginner-friendly session is for you.

Led by an expert from LeMay & Company, this webinar will walk you through what financial information you need to gather, how to organize your records, and what to keep in mind to make tax time less stressful.

Note: This session focuses on financial preparation, not tax return filing or tax advice.

Join us virtually and feel more confident heading into tax season! Webinar link and details will be provided upon registration.

Closed (Labor Day)

K Walker — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Center is closed.

AWBC Conference (Denver, CO)

K Walker — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

AWBC Conference

The Women’s Business Center of Northern Virginia team will be attending the Association of Women’s Business Centers National Conference in Denver, Colorado. During this time, our team will participate in professional development, collaborate with Women’s Business Centers from across the country, and bring back new ideas and resources to better serve entrepreneurs in Northern Virginia.

Entrepreneurs interested in learning more about the conference, including the Small Business Track, can visit: https://hope2women.org/summit/