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Entrepreneurship 101: From Idea to Expansion

Entrepreneurship 101: From Idea to Expansion

Whether you are exploring a business idea, running a new start-up, or managing an established company, this free workshop is designed to give you the tools, insights, and connections to advance your entrepreneurial journey. Join aspiring business owners and fellow entrepreneurs for an interactive session packed with practical tips on starting, managing, and growing a business.

During this session you will learn how to:

– Validate and refine your business idea

– Strengthen your operations and marketing

– Access funding and business resources

– Avoid common pitfalls that hold entrepreneurs back

– Stay compliant with local tax requirements

Why attend?

  • Expert Guidance
  • Valuable insight
  • Great Networking Opportunity
  • No Cost to Attend

Registration Check In & Networking Breakfast: 8:15 am – 9:00 am.

Entrepreneurship 101 Workshop: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

We look forward to seeing you on September 9th!

Info on how to get to the event:

UVA Fairfax Campus Logistics & Amenities | PDF to Flipbook

Register Now

Event Date March, 10

Event Time 8:15am - 12:00pm

Event Location

University of Virginia 8095 Innovation Park Drive Fairfax, VA 22031

Tags

  • class
  • entrepreneurship
  • Networking
  • workshop

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