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SUMMARY:Developing a Business Plan with US Bank Webinar
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Free Webinars for MBEs\nTools for Every Stage of Growth \nThe Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC) is proud to partner with the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) to present a free webinar series designed to empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. \nDeveloping a Business Plan: Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \n\nWhether or not you’re pitching to investors or lenders\, starting a business requires a solid plan. A well-crafted business plan provides direction\, helps validate your ideas\, and outlines the steps needed to achieve your goals. It also serves as a roadmap for both short- and long-term growth. \nIf you plan to seek funding—whether from investors or through a business loan—many financial institutions will require a business plan as part of the application process. \nKey Takeaways:\n• Understand the essential components of a business plan\n• Learn how to create a business plan you can use to guide your growth\n• Prepare a plan suitable for sharing with lenders\, investors\, or other stakeholders \nHost: An Phan\, Chief Programs Officer \nAbout our speaker:\nCassandra Kidd\nU.S. Bank | Business Access Advisor | AVP – Central Arkansas \nCassandra boasts 30 years in the banking and finance industry\, most recently working as a branch manager at U.S. Bank before assuming the BAA role. She is a Board member for the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas and a member of the Urban League of the State of Arkansas\, Southwest Little Rock Business & Community Group and Alpha Kappa Alpha. She enjoys volunteering time at P.A.R.K. (Positive Atmosphere Reaches Kids) and Start to Finish Homeless Outreach. Cassandra is passionate about connecting underrepresented business owners to resources\, information\, and capital to grow and scale sustainable businesses. \nJoin the discussion – REGISTER Today! \n\n📅 Don’t miss this opportunity! Register today to gain valuable insights\, connect with financial and business experts\, and access the tools you need to help your business thrive.
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/developing-a-business-plan-with-us-bank-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Partner,networking,Webinar
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SUMMARY:November Upstate RING Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us Virtually on November 5th for our next UPSTATE RING Meeting \nDate: 11/5/2025 \nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (EST) \nLocation: Virtual via Teams \nRegister: TBD \n\nThe Upstate RING comprises a ten-county area\, including Greenville\, Spartanburg and Anderson\, along the I-85 corridor in South Carolina. Manufacturing\, distribution\, logistics\, and technology are all prominent business industries in the upstate and are changing dynamics of jobs and influencing the way entrepreneurs are starting\, growing\, and acquiring businesses. With several automotive and aerospace related companies headquartered in the upstate supported by a strong system of higher education\, it is considered one of the strongest manufacturing sectors in the United States\, making it a popular hub for entrepreneurs of all ages and backgrounds. \nWhen We Meet\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome you to join our community and connect with our Corporate and MBE members through our monthly meetings and any networking events scheduled. \n\nRING Meeting – May 7th at 11:00 am / VIRTUAL / Link TBD\nRING Meeting – June 4th at 11:00 am / Location TBD\nRING Meeting – September 3rd at 11:00 am / Location TBD\nRING Meeting – October 1st at 11:00 am / Location TBD\nRING Meeting- November 5th at 11:00 am / Location TBD
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/november-upstate-ring-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:RING
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SUMMARY:5th Annual P.O.W.E.R Forum
DESCRIPTION:Take your business to new heights at the 5th Annual P.O.W.E.R. Forum — Runway to Revenue: Navigating Airport Business Success. \n📅 Friday\, November 21\, 2025📍 Greater Richmond Convention Center⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nHosted by the Richmond International Airport and the National Institute of Minority Economic Development\, this full-day event connects entrepreneurs\, airport leaders\, and business professionals to explore opportunities in the aviation industry. \nLearn more at flyrichmond.gob2g.com or email business@flyrichmond.com.
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/5th-annual-p-o-w-e-r-forum/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 N 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,networking
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SUMMARY:Pre-Certification Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Join us the last Wednesday from 10:00am – 11:30am!\nPre-certification Briefing Meeting Requirements\n\nTo participate in the pre-certification briefing\, a company must be a legally recognized entity of the CVMSDC region and the ethnic minority owner(s) must possess at least 51% of ownership.\nThe company must be ethnic-minority managed and controlled.\nThe orientation will cover information about the Council\n\n– How to Get Certified\,\n– Who can be Certified\n– Certification Criteria \n\nHow long the Process will take.\nONLY ONE ATTENDEE per company and that attendee must be the ethnic-minority owner.\n\n  \nSPACE IS LIMITED SO REGISTER EARLY. \nRegister here: https://site.eventmatches.com/2025Pre
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/pre-certification-briefing-2/2025-11-26/
CATEGORIES:Pre-Certification,Webinar
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