Learn more about how you can ‘borrow’ NASA technology for your own business. The NASA Technology Transfer program ensures that innovations developed for exploration and discovery are broadly available to the public, maximizing the benefit to the Nation. Join us to hear more from Katrina Young, Technology Transfer Specialist with NASA Langley Research Center.
Meet Your Presenter:
Katrina L. Young leads Entrepreneurial Engagement for NASA’s Technology Transfer Program at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA, helping founders, entrepreneurs, startups, small business leaders, and others to identify and license NASA‑developed technologies that can be turned into new products and ventures.
She works closely with incubators, accelerators, and community innovation networks to unlock licensing pathways, drive commercialization, and spark high‑impact collaborations. Katrina also engages entrepreneurially minded students and faculty across academic disciplines—supporting them as they translate their research and bold ideas into real‑world solutions. Her energetic, ecosystem‑building approach helps to empower innovators as they differentiate, scale, and thrive in technology‑focused areas.
Join us for an informative session designed to help businesses understand how to do business with the Airports Authority. Participants will learn about the Airports Authority’s procurement process, current and upcoming contracting opportunities, small business certification programs, and strategies for competing successfully on airport contracts.
Interested in doing business with the commonwealth of Virginia? Each year Virginia buys goods and services totaling more than $6 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that! This free in-person workshop is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments. The workshop will provide information about the Virginia procurement process and will walk through registering in the eVA system in real time.
Bring your laptop or tablet to participate in this learning lab.
Do you need personalized, one-on-one assistance for your small business?
Office hours provide small business owners time to sit down with our team to receive personalized advice on operations, finance, and marketing and sales.
Browse the available dates below to register for an upcoming office hour. Times are available on Wednesdays, in 45-minute slots. If you don't see a time or location that fits your schedule, please contact Alberto Fernandez or Jenn Goldman.
Join One Million Cups for two engaging events this month.
1 Million Cups (1MC) is a national, licensed entrepreneur support program that provides community connections and a peer-to-peer forum in which people can help get their business problems solved. Twice a month on every 2nd and 4th Wednesday morning at 9:00 AM, entrepreneurs have an opportunity to present their business concept, startup or re-invented company to a diverse audience of advisors, business people, entrepreneurs and service providers. Presenters have 8 to 10 minutes to share their business and problem(s) they are having. Participants provide supportive feedback and help you solve your challenges.
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 2026, 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.
Budgeting and Chart of Accounts
Learn the systems that keep your business running smoothly. In this class, we’ll cover the full money-in/money-out process—from sending invoices and collecting payments to recording expenses and paying bills. You’ll learn how to stay organized, get paid on time, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks.
We recommend you bring a laptop or tablet, but it is not required.
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