Hanover County Economic Development

08/13/2026

📣 What’s happening in economic development in Hanover? Catch up with our August newsletter!

From new resources for entrepreneurs to upcoming events and opportunities for Hanover’s business community, this month’s newsletter has plenty to explore.

🔹 Discover resources to help start and grow your business
🔹 Register for Biz, Bites & Beverages
🔹 Learn how to get involved with the Korn Ferry Tour Championship
🔹 Explore upcoming workshops, seminars and leadership opportunities
🔹 Check out our Featured Site and Featured Employer

👉 Read the August newsletter: https://loom.ly/VoVHDes

08/11/2026

You don’t have to do it alone. Hanover County Economic Development has resources, programs and partners to help entrepreneurs turn ideas into businesses—and help established businesses grow.

From the Startup Virginia Entrepreneur Certificate Course to Good Company’s regional network of business resources, there are tools and support available to help you take your next step.

👉 Explore the resources available to Hanover County businesses: https://loom.ly/wclQU8w

08/04/2026

Southeast Rural Community Assistance Project, Inc. (SERCAP) is holding an online informational session today, August 4, at noon for its Small Business Loan program. Use the link in the attached post to register. Please note: Not all areas of Hanover County are eligible for SERCAP programs.

Southeast Rural Community Assistance Project, Inc.

SERCAP is now accepting applications for Small Business Loans! Register now for the online information session on August 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM: 5e73ce82-912e-488d-a5d5-c82d47c5dc4a@325c91c7-a0e0-437b-a2d1-719408a81c4c." rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5e73ce82-912e-488d-a5d5-c82d47c5dc4a@325c91c7-a0e0-437b-a2d1-719408a81c4c.

07/29/2026

📣 All Businesses: Connect with Your Next Great Hire!

Looking to grow your team? The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD), in partnership with Virginia Works is hosting the Virginia Runs on Small Business Virtual Employment Fair on Thursday, August 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This free virtual hiring event gives Virginia small businesses an opportunity to connect with qualified candidates from across the Commonwealth, review resumes, conduct live video conversations and build a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.

Businesses across all industries are encouraged to participate. If your Hanover business is hiring, reserve your virtual booth today and connect with your next great employee!

Register here ▶️ https://loom.ly/E0SSwZg

07/28/2026

Attention Small Businesses: Take the Mystery Out of Schedule C!

Understanding your business finances is an important part of running a successful business. Join the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) and the IRS for a FREE webinar on Thursday, July 30, from 10–11:30 a.m. focused on understanding Schedule C: Profit or Loss From Business.

The webinar will cover business income and expenses, common deductions, and how to better understand the tax form used by many sole proprietors and self-employed business owners.

💻 Free | Online | July 30 | 10–11:30 a.m.

Register here ▶️ https://loom.ly/JLZvJ5k

07/22/2026

Help shape the future of our tourism community! Your voice matters.

As a resident of Hanover and the Richmond Region, you have an opportunity to share your thoughts about our community and the impact tourism has on where we live, work, and play.

Richmond Region Tourism has partnered with Longwoods International to conduct a Resident Sentiment Survey to better understand residents' perspectives on tourism, quality of life, community pride, and future priorities.

As Hanover grows its tourism initiatives, your feedback will help inform decisions that support our local businesses and shape the visitor experiences that strengthen our local economy.

The survey takes just a few minutes to complete, and all responses are confidential. Take the survey here ▶️ https://loom.ly/BwkiNrg

Thank you for helping shape the future of our community. Please consider sharing this survey with your friends, neighbors, and family members who also call Hanover and the Richmond Region home.

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07/16/2026

📢 Small business owners: Take advantage of two FREE online learning opportunities from the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity and the Internal Revenue Service.

These informative sessions will help you better understand key tax topics and equip you with practical knowledge to support your business. Whether you're just getting started or looking to refresh your knowledge, these webinars are a great resource.

Learn more and register here ▶️ https://loom.ly/GjtGqe0

07/15/2026

📬 Our July Hanover County Economic Development Newsletter is here!

This month's edition features resources, opportunities, and updates for Hanover's business community, including:

✅ Creating Memorable Experiences: Hanover's Investment in Hospitality – Learn how Hanover County is helping educate and promote local businesses through tourism and hospitality initiatives.

⛳ Volunteer opportunities for the 2026 Korn Ferry Tour Championship – Be part of one of the region's premier sporting events.

🏡 Hanover County's Guide to Property Rights, Land Use & Zoning – Access FAQs, videos, key contacts, and an easy way to submit your own questions.

💼 Free Practical Tax Guidance for Virginia Small Businesses webinars from Virginia SBSD.

Read the July newsletter here ▶️ https://loom.ly/Rz9QCzo

07/14/2026

Great communities don't just welcome visitors—they create experiences worth remembering.

Discover how Hanover County is helping educate and support local businesses through its recent hospitality and tourism workshops, equipping them with practical ideas to better serve visitors and strengthen our local economy.

Read the blog to learn more about this collaborative effort and why hospitality matters for everyone who visits Hanover County ▶️ https://loom.ly/ZCibKM0