Understanding the Difference Between W2 Employees and 1099 Contractors
As a business owner, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is how to classify the people working for …
The UMW SBDC puts river adventures business on solid ground – Rappahannock Adventures
Woodie Walker always harbored a love for history and the outdoors – especially being physically on the water. Earlier this …
Thinking about Starting a Small Business?
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) assist small business owners in starting or growing their businesses. Sometimes we also have …
Social Media Marketing Platforms to Use in 2024
Keeping up with social media marketing trends can be a challenge for business owners. Most business owners wear many …
Alternative Financing Solutions for Individuals Denied by Traditional Banks
If you’re looking to start or expand your business but traditional bank loans aren’t an option, there are several alternative …
Client Spotlight: Awesome Possumz
In 2016, Karen Brace faced a peculiar challenge – eleven baby opossums. At the time, Karen her knowledge about these …
Veteran Business Bootcamp 2023
Veterans make great business owners. If you are a veteran, you developed skills in the military that carried over into …
Benefits of Attending SWaMFest
UMW’s procurement department is a big supporter of small businesses and encourages those small businesses that want to sell to …
Client Spotlight: Grand Opening of Corgi Clay Art Center LLC
Hard work and perseverance pay off. After years of planning and hard work Debra Balestreri is planning the grand opening …
Let’s Strengthen Our Regional Workforce—Together!
Join your fellow leaders in the Rappahannock region in expanding access to work-based learning for students. While there are many …
Tips for Finding the Right Intern for Your Business
Most small business owners could benefit from hiring an Intern from the University of Mary Washington. Could you? We interviewed …
Obtaining Bank Financing to Grow Your Business
As your business grows, you may find that you need to borrow money to finance growth, replace aging equipment, hiring …