Greater Roanoke and NRV SBDC

Disasters don’t just disrupt businesses - they can close them.

That’s why Ready For Anything was created. This free 6-part workshop series from the Greater Roanoke & NRV SBDC will help New River Valley small business owners build resilience, prepare for unexpected challenges, and create a plan to keep moving forward when the unexpected happens.

📅 First workshop: Continuity Planning
📍 Radford, VA (with an option for virtual participation via Zoom)
🗓️ June 23
💲 Free to attend, registration required

Take a proactive step to protect your business by strengthening your preparedness plan. Register today:

www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/readyforanything

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This project was funded in part by GO Virginia, a state-funded initiative administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) that strengthens and diversifies Virginia's economy and fosters the creation of higher wage jobs in strategic industries.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement or grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The Helene Business Recovery Initiative (HBRI) is a regional effort in the New River Valley providing no-cost support, tools, and resources to help your business prepare, adapt, and move forward with confidence.

Behind every thriving small business ecosystem are partners who care about entrepreneurs, jobs, downtowns, innovation, and local growth.

This month, we are highlighting Roanoke Regional Chamber , Botetourt County Economic Development, Botetourt County Chamber of Commerce , and Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge and the roles they play in helping small businesses access support, connections, and opportunities.

We are proud to work alongside community partners to make no-cost business advising and training possible.

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📷: Kelsey Lynn Photography

New River Valley small business owners: Are you ready to work on your business, not just in it?

We're recruiting small business owners for a free GrowthWheel Peer Group, facilitated by a certified SBDC GrowthWheel advisor through the Ready for Anything program.

✔ Complete a 360° business assessment
✔ Identify growth opportunities and weak spots
✔ Gain practical, actionable steps alongside fellow business owners
✔ Access tools and guidance valued at $1,500

Ideal for businesses that:
• Have been operating 3+ years
• Employ at least one staff member (besides yourself)
• Generate under $1 million in annual sales

Learn more and apply at https://www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/growthwheel

If your marketing is not getting results, start with clarity:

👉 Who do you serve?
👉 What problem do you solve?
👉 Why should someone choose you?
👉 What should they do next?

A clear message makes every post, email, ad, flyer, and conversation work harder.

Work with one of our advisors to sharpen your marketing strategy.

Small businesses often need funding. Before you apply, you need clarity. A strong business plan with realistic projections, clean financials, and a clear use of funds can make a major difference.

That is where the SBDC comes in. Across the Roanoke and New River Valley regions of Virginia, we help entrepreneurs prepare for the conversations that shape business growth.

When small businesses are better prepared, communities are stronger 💪🏽