Exporting 101: Resources for Your Business

Exporting can be critical to help a business grow and diversify their clients, which is why the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) offers resources for businesses who are interested in exporting. In partnership with VEDP, we have developed the below questions and answers to help businesses interested in exporting. What is an export? Any item that is sent from the U.S. to a foreign destination is considered an export, including commodities, software and technology. Any company that is exporting is required to comply with U.S. export control laws. What are the regulations for exporting? VEDP has prepared an Exporting 101 [...]

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The Values of a Chamber of Commerce Membership

Most seasoned business owners can tell you the benefits of being a member of a local Chamber of Commerce, but the number one reason is that it allows a business owner to connect with other local businesses in their community. Chambers of Commerce are committed to protecting and promoting their business community. Some of the reasons to join a Chamber of Commerce include: Networking and collaborating can be essential to business growth and success Two words: business directory – being featured in a business directory through a Chamber of Commerce allows new customers to find you when they are looking [...]

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Why Should A Business Become SWaM Certified?

Small, woman-owned and minority-owned (SWaM) businesses are encouraged to be certified through the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity (SBSD).  SWaM certification can be a valuable tool for home-based businesses as it can be a resource for new business opportunities. Sometimes, government agencies including universities are required to present opportunities to SWaM certified businesses during their procurement process and being certified can help a business receive a contract. To qualify as woman-owned or minority-owned, a business must be at least 51 percent owned by a woman or minority who are United States citizens or legal residents and whose [...]

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