Powering Local Economies: SBDC and VMS in Action

Powering Local Economies: SBDC and VMS in Action

What resources are available for smaller localities and main streets? Do they cover planning, marketing, and funding? Join Jody Keenan, State Director of the Virginia SBDC Network and Courtney Mailey, Program Manager of Virginia Main Street (VMS), as they highlight how their programs support small municipalities and historic downtowns. The SBDC will showcase its statewide network offering tailored business consulting and financial planning, while VMS will share strategies for revitalizing traditional districts through design, economic vitality and promotion. Together, they’ll demonstrate how their combined efforts build stronger local economies and long-term community resilience.