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March 2010
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The International Trade Division of the VEDP offers “Introduction to Exporting” Co-sponsored by Roanoke County Economic Development
Attn: Business owners, operations managers, sales & marketing staff, new employees involved in export functions. Take advantage of a rare opportunity in Central and Southwest Virginia to attend an information-filled 3-hour session to learn about the fundamentals of exporting and export resources.
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Consider this sobering fact: 95.5% of the world’s consumers live outside the USA! Can your company really afford to ignore them? To
help you answer that question, we will hold an informative,
interactive 3 hour session titled “Introduction to
Exporting” sessions in Abingdon, Roanoke, and
Lynchburg. Other locations may follow. This session is
primarily intended for business & operations management and
sales employees that are new to export or have limited
export experience and knowledge. No admission fee, but pre-registration will be required. Seating at all 3 events is limited. Pre-registrations will be processed on a “first come, first served” basis. To request an event flyer and a registration form, please click on the appropriate link below.
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I am / we are interested in
attending the
Abingdon session, May 4th, 9-12pm.
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THE 2010 CENSUS IS IMPORTANT
It determines the distribution of more than $300 billion annually of government funding for critical community services. It generates thousands of jobs across the country, and it impacts your voice in Congress.
A Complete Count: The Importance of Census Data
- Businesses use demographic and economic census data to locate retail stores, new housing and other facilities.
- Every year, the federal government can allocate more than $300 billion to states and communities based, in part, on census data.
- Census data guide local decision-makers on where to build new roads, hospitals, housing, schools and more.
- Census data determine representation in the U.S. House of Representatives and in state and local governments.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
As an influential business leader, you can raise awareness of and encourage participation in this historic event. With your help, the Census Bureau will continue to produce accurate data, which will directly affect the quality of life in your community.
Roanoke County Links
Roanoke
County
Economic Development
General Inquiries
p: (540) 772-2069
f: (540) 772-2030
Address
Department of
Economic Development
5204 Bernard Drive, SW, Room 421
PO Box 29800
Roanoke, Virginia 24018-0798
Contacts
E.
Douglas "Doug" Chittum
Director
Jill
Loope
Assistant Director
Joe Zielinski
Economic Development Specialist
Melinda J. Cox
Manager
Existing Business Program
Glenna Ratcliffe
Administrative Assistant
Mission
To design and implement innovative economic development programs and services that leverage community assets, create wealth and prosperity, and embrace the region's future.