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SUMMARY:ERC | E-Series
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is not a single event. It is a series of decisions made at different points in a venture’s journey. Each stage presents new questions about viability\, structure\, growth\, and long-term sustainability. Many ventures struggle not from lack of effort\, but from navigating the wrong questions at the wrong time. The E-Series provides a map. \nThe 8-Class Roadmap:\nSept 15 – Class 1: Charting Your Venture – Gain clarity and establish your starting baseline. \nSept 22 – Class 2: Finding Opportunities – Uncover real market needs worth solving. \nSept 29 – Class 3: Evaluating Opportunities – Validate your concept thoroughly before investing major time or money. \nOct 6 – Class 4: Commercial Pathways – Explore startup routes\, licensing models\, and commercial partnerships. \nOct 13 – Class 5: IP Protection – Learn the essentials of intellectual property strategy. \nOct 20 – Class 6: Planning for Success – Build a clear\, actionable execution plan. \nOct 27 – Class 7: Legal + Entity Setup – Structure and protect your venture with confidence. \nNov 3 – Class 8: Funding Your Startup – Demystify capital paths\, investor expectations\, and funding options. \nWhile each class delivers immense standalone value\, participants are highly encouraged to attend all 8 sessions. Taking the full series ensures you get the complete end-to-end framework\, preventing costly blind spots as your venture grows. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-e-series/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneur Resource Center":MAILTO:erc@vtcrc.com
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SUMMARY:ERC | Coffee\, Cookies & Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center’s Entrepreneur Resource Center (ERC) for Coffee\, Cookies & Collaboration\, a casual drop-in opportunity for entrepreneurs and founders to connect\, exchange ideas and build relationships. \nWhether you’re looking for a change of scenery\, hoping to meet fellow founders or interested in exploring new opportunities for collaboration\, you’re invited to spend the afternoon working and connecting in a welcoming environment. \nEnjoy complimentary coffee and cookies while getting to know others in the entrepreneurial community. There is no formal agenda\, so feel free to stop by\, bring your work and stay as long as you’d like. \nTime: 1 – 3 p.m. (drop in any time – no registration required!)\nLocation: Entrepreneur Resource Center (ERC)\, 2200 Kraft Drive\, Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA \nCome for the coffee and cookies\, stay for the connections!
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-coffee-cookies-collaboration/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events,Networking
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SUMMARY:ERC | E-Series
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is not a single event. It is a series of decisions made at different points in a venture’s journey. Each stage presents new questions about viability\, structure\, growth\, and long-term sustainability. Many ventures struggle not from lack of effort\, but from navigating the wrong questions at the wrong time. The E-Series provides a map. \nThe 8-Class Roadmap:\nSept 15 – Class 1: Charting Your Venture – Gain clarity and establish your starting baseline. \nSept 22 – Class 2: Finding Opportunities – Uncover real market needs worth solving. \nSept 29 – Class 3: Evaluating Opportunities – Validate your concept thoroughly before investing major time or money. \nOct 6 – Class 4: Commercial Pathways – Explore startup routes\, licensing models\, and commercial partnerships. \nOct 13 – Class 5: IP Protection – Learn the essentials of intellectual property strategy. \nOct 20 – Class 6: Planning for Success – Build a clear\, actionable execution plan. \nOct 27 – Class 7: Legal + Entity Setup – Structure and protect your venture with confidence. \nNov 3 – Class 8: Funding Your Startup – Demystify capital paths\, investor expectations\, and funding options. \nWhile each class delivers immense standalone value\, participants are highly encouraged to attend all 8 sessions. Taking the full series ensures you get the complete end-to-end framework\, preventing costly blind spots as your venture grows. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-e-series/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneur Resource Center":MAILTO:erc@vtcrc.com
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SUMMARY:Food Trucks @ VTCRC: Cousins Coffee Co.
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with handcrafted coffee from Cousins Coffee Co.! \nBack by popular demand… their mobile coffee trailer will be at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center serving expertly crafted espresso drinks\, signature lattes\, fresh coffee\, and seasonal specialties. \nWhether you’re grabbing your morning coffee or taking a mid-morning break\, stop by and support a local favorite. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 14\nTime: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.\nLocation: 2200 Kraft Drive\, Blacksburg\, VA \nView the menu and learn more: https://www.cousinscoffeeco.com \nNo registration is required. Stop by during service hours and enjoy your favorite coffee and specialty drinks at VTCRC!
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/food-trucks-vtcrc-cousins-coffee-co-3/
LOCATION:2200 Kraft Dr. Blacksburg\, VA 24060\, 2200 Kraft Dr.\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events,Food Trucks
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ORGANIZER;CN="VTCRC":MAILTO:crcmarketing@vtcrc.com
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SUMMARY:ERC | E-Series
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is not a single event. It is a series of decisions made at different points in a venture’s journey. Each stage presents new questions about viability\, structure\, growth\, and long-term sustainability. Many ventures struggle not from lack of effort\, but from navigating the wrong questions at the wrong time. The E-Series provides a map. \nThe 8-Class Roadmap:\nSept 15 – Class 1: Charting Your Venture – Gain clarity and establish your starting baseline. \nSept 22 – Class 2: Finding Opportunities – Uncover real market needs worth solving. \nSept 29 – Class 3: Evaluating Opportunities – Validate your concept thoroughly before investing major time or money. \nOct 6 – Class 4: Commercial Pathways – Explore startup routes\, licensing models\, and commercial partnerships. \nOct 13 – Class 5: IP Protection – Learn the essentials of intellectual property strategy. \nOct 20 – Class 6: Planning for Success – Build a clear\, actionable execution plan. \nOct 27 – Class 7: Legal + Entity Setup – Structure and protect your venture with confidence. \nNov 3 – Class 8: Funding Your Startup – Demystify capital paths\, investor expectations\, and funding options. \nWhile each class delivers immense standalone value\, participants are highly encouraged to attend all 8 sessions. Taking the full series ensures you get the complete end-to-end framework\, preventing costly blind spots as your venture grows. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-e-series/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneur Resource Center":MAILTO:erc@vtcrc.com
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SUMMARY:VTCRC Fall Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate fall with the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center community at Sinkland Farms! \nJoin us Wednesday\, October 7\, from 4–7 p.m. for the VTCRC Fall Family Festival\, an evening of fall activities\, food and connection for CRC and Virginia Tech Foundation employees\, tenants\, members\, families and friends. \nEVENT DETAILS \nWednesday\, October 7\n4 – 7 p.m.\nSinkland Farms (3060 Riner Rd.\, Christiansburg\, VA 24073) \nIMPORTANT NOTES \n\nAdmission is free (registration is required)\nParking is free\nWell behaved pets on leashes are welcome\nWear a costume to be entered to win prizes\n\nFREE REGISTRATION INCLUDES: \n\nHayrides around the farm\nCorn maze\nPetting zoo\nLine dancing with an instructor\nPlayground\nCostume raffle\nOne complimentary drink ticket for attendees 21+\n\nHayrides and the corn maze will be available until 6:30 p.m. \nPARTICIPATE IN THE COSTUME RAFFLE TO WIN PRIZES! \nCostumes are highly encouraged for kids\, adults and four-legged family members! Stop by the registration table when you arrive to enter our costume raffle. \nThanks to the generosity of our community partners\, we’ll have an incredible selection of prizes from Wonder Universe\, B&B Theatres\, NRV Superbowl\, Petco\, Sinkland Farms and Poppy’s. \nCostume raffle winners will be announced at 6 p.m.\, so be sure to enter when you arrive! \nAVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE: \nFood\, drinks\, treats and more will be available for purchase throughout the evening\, including: \n• Food trucks\n• Kettle corn\n• Ice cream\n• Non-alcoholic beverages\n• Alcoholic beverages\n• Pumpkins from the Sinkland Farms pumpkin patch \nAttendees 21 and older will receive one complimentary drink ticket at check-in\, generously sponsored by Courtyard Marriott. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR EVENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS: \nA special thank you to Courtyard Marriott\, our beverage sponsor\, for providing complimentary drink tickets for our 21+ attendees. \nBe sure to visit our Vendor Alley and connect with participating organizations: \n• InternshipsVA\n• Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce\n• Virginia Tech Police Department\n• Courtyard Marriott\n• ITT Cleaning \nWe are also grateful to our costume raffle and prize sponsors: \n• Wonder Universe\n• B&B Theatres\n• NRV Superbowl\n• Petco\n• Sinkland Farms\n• Poppy’s\n• Roanoke-Blacksburg Innovation Alliance (RBIA) \nThank you to all of our partners for helping make this event possible! \nCHECK-IN \nWhen you arrive\, simply stop by the registration table at the entrance to the event barn to check in\, enter the costume raffle and receive your drink ticket if you are 21 or older. \nThere is no need to print\, save or show an Eventbrite ticket\, and you do not need to download the Eventbrite app to attend. We’ll have your name on our registration list. \nQuestions? Contact marketing@vtcrc.com. \nWe look forward to celebrating fall with you at Sinkland Farms! \nADMISSION IS FREE FOR ALL ATTENDEES\, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT. \nRain Date: Wednesday\, October 28
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/fall-fam-fest-26/
LOCATION:Sinkland Farms\, 3060 Riner Road\, Christiansburg\, 24073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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SUMMARY:ERC | E-Series
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is not a single event. It is a series of decisions made at different points in a venture’s journey. Each stage presents new questions about viability\, structure\, growth\, and long-term sustainability. Many ventures struggle not from lack of effort\, but from navigating the wrong questions at the wrong time. The E-Series provides a map. \nThe 8-Class Roadmap:\nSept 15 – Class 1: Charting Your Venture – Gain clarity and establish your starting baseline. \nSept 22 – Class 2: Finding Opportunities – Uncover real market needs worth solving. \nSept 29 – Class 3: Evaluating Opportunities – Validate your concept thoroughly before investing major time or money. \nOct 6 – Class 4: Commercial Pathways – Explore startup routes\, licensing models\, and commercial partnerships. \nOct 13 – Class 5: IP Protection – Learn the essentials of intellectual property strategy. \nOct 20 – Class 6: Planning for Success – Build a clear\, actionable execution plan. \nOct 27 – Class 7: Legal + Entity Setup – Structure and protect your venture with confidence. \nNov 3 – Class 8: Funding Your Startup – Demystify capital paths\, investor expectations\, and funding options. \nWhile each class delivers immense standalone value\, participants are highly encouraged to attend all 8 sessions. Taking the full series ensures you get the complete end-to-end framework\, preventing costly blind spots as your venture grows. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-e-series/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entrepreneur Resource Center":MAILTO:erc@vtcrc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T073000
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CREATED:20260820T203348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T220544Z
UID:10005188-1790839800-1790857800@www.vtcrc.com
SUMMARY:Food Trucks @ VTCRC: Cousins Coffee Co.
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with handcrafted coffee from Cousins Coffee Co.! \nBack by popular demand… their mobile coffee trailer will be at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center serving expertly crafted espresso drinks\, signature lattes\, fresh coffee\, and seasonal specialties. \nWhether you’re grabbing your morning coffee or taking a mid-morning break\, stop by and support a local favorite. \nDate: Thursday\, October 1\nTime: 7:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.\nLocation: 1715 Pratt Drive\, Blacksburg\, VA \nView the menu and learn more: https://www.cousinscoffeeco.com \nNo registration is required. Stop by during service hours and enjoy your favorite coffee and specialty drinks at VTCRC!
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/food-trucks-vtcrc-cousins-coffee-co-2/
LOCATION:1715 Pratt Drive\, 1715 Pratt Drive\, Blacksburg\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events,Food Trucks
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ORGANIZER;CN="VTCRC":MAILTO:crcmarketing@vtcrc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T173000
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SUMMARY:ERC | E-Series
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is not a single event. It is a series of decisions made at different points in a venture’s journey. Each stage presents new questions about viability\, structure\, growth\, and long-term sustainability. Many ventures struggle not from lack of effort\, but from navigating the wrong questions at the wrong time. The E-Series provides a map. \nThe 8-Class Roadmap:\nSept 15 – Class 1: Charting Your Venture – Gain clarity and establish your starting baseline. \nSept 22 – Class 2: Finding Opportunities – Uncover real market needs worth solving. \nSept 29 – Class 3: Evaluating Opportunities – Validate your concept thoroughly before investing major time or money. \nOct 6 – Class 4: Commercial Pathways – Explore startup routes\, licensing models\, and commercial partnerships. \nOct 13 – Class 5: IP Protection – Learn the essentials of intellectual property strategy. \nOct 20 – Class 6: Planning for Success – Build a clear\, actionable execution plan. \nOct 27 – Class 7: Legal + Entity Setup – Structure and protect your venture with confidence. \nNov 3 – Class 8: Funding Your Startup – Demystify capital paths\, investor expectations\, and funding options. \nWhile each class delivers immense standalone value\, participants are highly encouraged to attend all 8 sessions. Taking the full series ensures you get the complete end-to-end framework\, preventing costly blind spots as your venture grows. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
URL:https://www.vtcrc.com/event/erc-e-series/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC\, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Events
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