Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC

10/21/2026

Our local small business owners are SUPER! 💪

But where do they go when THEY need a hero?

The Virginia SBDC, Greater Roanoke & NRV is here to save the day! 🦸

Meet Anthony, one of our team of superhero SBDC advisors. Specializing in New River Valley businesses, Anthony can help your business take flight, sail smoothly, and maybe even change direction.

Visit roanokesmallbusiness.org/advising to learn more and schedule with an advisor today!

10/19/2026

Join us on November 2nd to learn how to prepare your business for the 2026 holiday season! ❄

The holidays are just around the corner, and now is the time to start planning how your business can make the most of the season! 🛍️

Join us at The Franklin Center for a FREE holiday marketing workshop with the Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC that is designed to help small business owners attract customers, increase visibility, and make the most of holiday shopping opportunities.

Workshop Details:
📅 Monday, November 2, 2026
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 The Franklin Center | 50 Claiborne Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA
👉 Scan the QR code or use the link in the comments below to register!

10/19/2026

✨ Important upcoming dates! ✨

🕵️‍♀️The Talent Funnel: Modern Recruitment Strategies for Top Candidates - 10/21
https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/talentblueprint

💡Smart Start - Live Virtual - 11/4
https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/smartstart

🖍Early Education Business Program: Automation & Technology Concepts - 11/16
https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/earlyeducation

🕵️‍♀️The Talent Funnel: After You Hire: Orientation, Onboarding, and Retention - 11/18
https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/talentblueprint

See all upcoming Workshops, Events, & Programs at:
https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/training

10/16/2026

📣 Stop waiting for the perfect candidate to find you!

Great hiring starts before you have an open position. 👀

Get ready for a new On-Demand video, available starting October 21st:

Talent Attraction: Modern Recruitment Strategies for Top Candidates with Katie Beach of Mojo Leadership Group!

Learn how to strengthen your employer brand, showcase your workplace perks, and attract the right people in today’s competitive hiring market. 💼✨

Register now at:

www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/talentblueprint

10/15/2026

Funding Opportunity!

Businesses located in Roanoke County & the Town of Vinton - Applications are open for the Business Equipment Acquisition Program.

Learn more here:

https://www.chooseroanokecounty.com/492/Roanoke-County-EDA-BEAP-Grant

Need help preparing your application? Schedule a time to meet one-on-one with one of our business advisors at no cost:

www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/advising

Also check out our article on Grants and other Small Business Funding opportunities at:

https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/resources/business-grants-a-comprehensive-guide

10/14/2026

Attention: Pearisburg small businesses!

10/09/2026

Personal, engaging, helpful, brilliant, actionable, expertise... This is real feedback received from attendees of our most recent session of The Talent Blueprint!

Check out these glowing reviews and join us for Session 3 on October 21st, covering Modern Recruitment Strategies to Attract Top Talent.

www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/talentblueprint

10/08/2026

Funding Opportunity!

Businesses located in the City of Roanoke - Applications are open for the Business Equipment Incentive Program

Learn more here:

https://www.roanokeva.gov/2941/Incentive-Programs

Need help preparing your application? Schedule a time to meet one-on-one with one of our business advisors at no cost:

www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/advising

Also check out our article on Grants and other Small Business Funding opportunities at:

https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/resources/business-grants-a-comprehensive-guide

10/06/2026

Small business leaders, be heard! 📢

What are your expectations for profitability, hiring, and more over the next 12 months?

What have been your recent experiences in pursuing financing?

Your input can shape policy.

The Small Business Credit Survey is open through November 13.

Take it today!

https://fedreserveboard.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_38k9xZy8ayEERue?orgID=VA_SBDC