Launch Loudoun Monthly: See What's Coming for Small Business in 2025!
2025 is set to bring even more dynamic programs, networking opportunities, and groundbreaking resources to empower Loudoun’s small business community.
New this year, we are expanding our QuickBooks: Foundations of Finance classes, offering five different topics, twice per year, to help small business owners take control of their business finances, improve profitability, and confidently make financial decisions that will support business growth and sustainability.
Additionally, we have launched a request for proposals for technical services that will be offered to Loudoun's small business community. Both the link to the full RFP and information on Foundations of Finance can be found below.
If you're a small business owner or aspiring entrepreneur in Loudoun County, Launch Loudoun isn't just a resource—it's your launchpad. With tailored support, expert guidance, and a thriving community of innovators, Launch Loudoun is committed to helping local businesses Start, Scale, and Soar.
Upcoming Office Hours 📅
Office hours provide small business owners time to sit down with our team to receive personalized advice on operations, finance, and marketing / sales. If you don’t see a time or location that fits your schedule, please contact Alberto Fernandez.
Feb 26: Gum Spring Public Library
Mar 5: Ashburn Library
Mar 12: Middleburg Town Hall
Mar 19: Cascades Library
Mar 26: Purcellville Train Station
Lunch and Learn 💬
KPIs for Success: Measuring What Matters in Your Business
As a small business owner, understanding how money comes into and out of your business is crucial to the long-term success and sustainability of your business. Throughout 2025, Loudoun Economic Development is offering a variety of classes in their Ashburn office, hosted by Cheryl Wiehn, that will walk you through the essential financial concepts every entrepreneur should know, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, e-commerce, financial reports and budgeting. You’ll learn how to interpret and leverage these tools to make informed decisions, avoid common financial pitfalls, and ensure the financial health of your business.
As a tool for tracking your business finances, a high-level overview of QuickBooks will be reviewed at each class.
Loudoun Economic Development Seeks Proposals from Qualified Vendors to Implement and Coordinate the Launch Loudoun Technical Assistance Pilot
DED seeks proposals from qualified vendors to implement and coordinate the Launch Loudoun Technical Assistance Pilot Program in partnership and at the direction of DED. This Pilot Program will connect vetted Launch Loudoun clients with an identifiable need for technical support services with a pre-determined list of Loudoun-based service providers. The pilot program will accomplish all of the following:
Offer targeted, 1-on-1 professional support to small businesses.
Create a sustainable framework for connecting businesses with pre-vetted service providers.
Generate measurable outcomes to inform future iterations and funding opportunities.
Responses are due no later than COB on Friday, February 28. For more information, please use the button below.
