Virginia Wesleyan hosting workshop for women and minority-owned business owners

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia Wesleyan University is scheduled to host a free workshop to help women and minority-owned business owners and entrepreneurs.

The event is part of the U.S. Department of Treasury’s 50 States Initiative and is co-sponsored by Truist and the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. Nearly 100 participants can learn how to access vital resources, information and opportunities, a release states.

Breakout sessions, led by VWU faculty and staff, include:

• Government Contracting 101
• Financial Literacy and Money Management
• Principles of Effective and Responsible Business Practices
• Human Resources
• Resources Available from the Hampton Roads Workforce Council and the Small Business Development Center

“We are proud to contribute to this important initiative supporting small business owners and entrepreneurs in our community,” says VWU President Scott D. Miller. “This workshop not only reflects Virginia Wesleyan’s commitment to providing timely, lifelong learning opportunities for learners of all ages and backgrounds, but also plays a key role in strengthening the economic vitality of our community.”

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