Doing Business in Powhatan
Before opening a new business, it is important to identify the steps involved, which will be determined by the size, location, and structure of the venture.

There are some very helpful resources available to aid in your venture. The Business Information Center of the Virginia Department of Business Assistance, 866-248-8814 or www.dba.virginia.gov, can help customize your list specific to your needs.

The Virginia Business Portal at www.business.virginia.gov is a good tool for the do-it-yourselfer.

The Business Registration Guide at www.scc.virginia.gov/division/clk/brg.htm is a guide to forms needed to start your business.

Please join the Powhatan Office of Economic Development and the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce for a series of free business seminars. The Seminars will be held from 8-10 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant, 3883 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan.  Co-sponsored by Longwood University’s Small Business Development Center.

The dates and topics will include:

Community Level Customer Service:  Working Together for Growth 
August 18, 2010
Dr. John Gaskins of Longwood University’s College of Business and Sheri McGuire of Longwood’s Small Business Development Center will discuss creative techniques to enhance customer experiences and grow together as a business community.

Shhhhhh… It’s a Secret
October 20, 2010
Sheri McGuire of Longwood’s SBDC program and Dr. John Gaskins of Longwood University’s College of Business will discuss secret shopper programs, how they work, and the fundamentals behind the research.

Please contact Powhatan’s Office of Economic Development for any questions or business needs at 804-598-5605.