Essex NAACP Economic Development Committee

01/08/2025

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10/23/2024

🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟

Join us for the Grand Opening of the Financial Markets Lab at Virginia Union University, in partnership with Bank of America! 📈✨

🗓 Date: October 24, 2024
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Pickford Hall, Room #203, Virginia Union University Campus

As the Assistant Professor of Accounting at the Sydney Lewis School of Business and the Executive Director of the Ruth Coles Harris Leadership Institute, I am thrilled to invite you to this exciting event. The Financial Markets Lab will serve as a vital resource for our students and community, fostering financial literacy and engagement.

Let’s celebrate this new opportunity together! Refreshments will be provided.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Best,
Dr. G.R. Quarles, MBA, DBA
VUU Financial Markets Lab/Community Engagement Coordinator
Retired from The US Dept of Treasury, IRS Revenue Agent

03/11/2024

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting a series of seminars this week. These are all virtual and all FREE!

March 12
10 AM How economic development offices can help you grow your business. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856280216177?aff=oddtdtcreator ALMOST SOLD OUT

12 noon VEDP grants, credits and incentives https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856258260507?aff=oddtdtcreator

2:00 PM Virginia Department of Tourism grants https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856284649437?aff=oddtdtcreator

March 13
8:00 AM SBA Headquarters International Business and Export Financing https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856288390627?aff=oddtdtcreator ALMOST SOLD OUT

10 AM SBA/VEDP STEP program https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856291961307?aff=oddtdtcreator

12 noon SCORE and Supply Chain https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856299814797?aff=oddtdtcreator ALMOST SOLD OUT

2:00 PM Virginia Maritime Association Exporting Virginia https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856360165307?aff=oddtdtcreator

March 14

8:00 AM SBA Financial Programs, LenderMatch and Free Resources https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856419773597?aff=oddtdtcreator

10 AM E-commerce US Commercial Services and Trade - Grants and Services https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856426393397?aff=oddtdtcreator ALMOST SOLD OUT

12 noon Know your market small business research Veterans Administration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856925556407?aff=oddtdtcreator

2:00 PM Cybersecurity Basics 101 for Small Business https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856930842217?aff=oddtdtcreator

March 15
8:00 AM Apex accelerator overview government contracting and certifications https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856933640587?aff=oddtdtcreator

10 AM National Science Foundation AI for small business https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856941303507?aff=oddtdtcreator ALMOST SOLD OUT

12 noon EXIM bank presentation in English and Spanish for exporting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/856948364627?aff=oddtdtcreator PRESENTED SPOKEN IN SPANISH WITH SLIDE DECK IN ENGLISH

Join us online for this unique presentation by Leonardo Clavjio, EXIM Bank in Spanish with slide deck in English. Celebrate Women's Month!

02/21/2024

NAACP Spaghetti Dinner Alert!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Join us in supporting the NAACP Essex Branch at a special event that promises not just a meal, but an experience! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 3 PM to 6 PM, as we host a heartwarming Spaghetti Dinner at the James H. Cary Intermediate School, located at 912 Intermediate School Circle, Tappahannock, Virginia.

This isn't just any dinner; it's an opportunity to enjoy delicious spaghetti while being serenaded by the talented Essex High School Chosen Trojans Rock Band. But that's not all – you'll also get the chance to engage in fellowship, be entertained, and meet local authors who are making an impact in our community.

Ticket Pricing:

Adults: $15
Couples: $25
Youth: $10
Whether you're planning a night out as a couple, a unique family dinner, or a solo venture in support of a great cause, we have a ticket option just for you.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a wonderful evening while supporting the vital work of the NAACP Essex Branch. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing a memorable experience together!

Please inbox me or text me at 804-925-7430 if you like to purchase tickets. Provide your name and how many tickets (Adults, Couples, Youth) you would like to purchase.

- Dr. G. R. Quarles

02/01/2024

We look forward to experiencing a blessed association prayer breakfast that will have a lasting impact on those who attend.

01/30/2024

01/19/2024

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11/14/2023

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