Stephanie Keener – Small Business Development Center

2023 LAUNCH LYH GRANT WINNERS

The Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) and The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is excited to announce the winners of DLA’s inaugural Launch LYH pitch competition. This unique program sought to boost economic growth and revive the heart of Lynchburg by supporting aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start, move, or expand their […]

May 23, 2023
Stephanie Keener
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Amherst, VA, Appomattox, VA, Bedford, VA, Campbell County, VA, Lynchburg, VA, SBA Resources

RetirePath: Empowering Workers for Retirement

Meet a new solution to closing the retirement savings gap Retirement planning is a crucial aspect of financial well-being, but not all workers have access to employer-sponsored retirement savings plans. Recognizing this gap, a new retirement savings program called RetirePath is set to launch in late June for Virginia workers. […]

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Worker Training Funding for Your Small Business

Improve the Skills for Your Businesses Employees By Tim Saunders at Central Virginia Workforce Development Board With Baby Boomers continuing to retire in record numbers, many employers are losing decades of institutional knowledge and expertise from staff who have held positions of leadership in their organization. In some cases, these […]

Launch LYH Program awards $115,000

LYNCHBURG, Virginia – Applications are now open for Launch LYH – Downtown Lynchburg Association’s newest small business support program. Launch LYH will provide aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners gap funding to help them start up or expand in a Downtown Lynchburg storefront. Through the program, new amenities and attractions […]

January 19, 2023
Stephanie Keener
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Campbell County, VA, Export, Lynchburg, VA

Start Small Campbell Grant Program

The Start Small Campbell Grant Program is a $5000 competitive grant offered by the Campbell County Department of Economic Development. The program offers grants to up to four Campbell County businesses per year through two semi-annual cycles. Business Eligibility Requirements Start-up businesses (less than 3 years old) and existing small […]

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Business Basics at your Finger Tips

The SBDC – Lynchburg Region and Atlantic Union Bank present “Take Control of Your Money” – a collection of Banzai courses focused on small businesses. Take a look at these short articles and activities to help you learn the basics of financial management in your business. Get ready for funding […]

Russia Sanctions and Technology Controls

This document will be periodically updated and was produced by the ASBDC International Trade interest section. On February 24, 2022, the US and its allies, including NATO members and other independent nations around the globe, imposed sweeping sanctions and technology controls against Russian parties (government institutions, banks, public and private […]

Cybersecurity Update

The ASBDC Cybersecurity Interest Group outlines some steps for small businesses to protect their business from cyberattacks which may be related to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.

Your New Business Should Start Smart

Looking to take your business to the next step, but not sure where to begin? We have the perfect solution for you! Our Start Smart Program offers opportunities to demystify how to start your company in the Lynchburg region. We are offering several free virtual classes where you can learn […]

Start Small Campbell

As a small business owner, funding your operation can be a challenge, but one program in Campbell County is working to help you get started with less of a challenge. In order to spur economic growth in Campbell County, one opportunity that is available is the Start Small Campbell Grant […]

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