This week on HearSay, April 7-11, 2008

Monday, April 7
From the Headlines: Business As Usual?
We'll take a look at the top stories making news, including a discussion on the state of business in Hampton Roads.  The nation's economy has been hit hard by housing, credit and financial crises.  Tough times means increased business for some while others struggle to make ends meet.  And we'll find out from Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf why the resort city is being nationally recognized as a good place to run a small business.

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Virginia Beach Business Workshops
 
· Meet the Lenders and Show Me the Money
Tuesday, April 8, 6 to 8 p.m.
Learn what a bank looks for in a loan package, what factors are considered in reviewing a loan package, how a credit report impacts a loan request, when a bank will consider using the Small Business Administration Loan Guaranty and more.
· Federal, State and Local Procurement
Tuesday, April 15, 6 to 8 p.m.
Learn about the various state and federal contracting programs and how to successfully compete for contracts. Attendees will receive information about contracting program benefits, eligibility criteria, contract solicitation procedures and how you can take part in the federal, state and local government procurement process.
· Financial Recordkeeping
Tuesday, April 22, 6 to 8 p.m.
Learn how to apply basic accounting principles to financial recordkeeping. This workshop is designed specifically for small business owners and bookkeepers.
· Web Site Design and E-Commerce
Tuesday, April 29, 6 to 8 p.m.
Learn how to create a blueprint for a successful Web site design and find out information about potential e-commerce matching grant programs offered to small business owners. This workshop is designed specifically for small business owners.

Workshops will take place at the Department of Economic Development, 222 Central Park Avenue, Suite 1000~Virginia Beach. 

Free and open to the public.

Virginia Business Opportunity Fair

May 4th-6th

Embassy Suites Hotel & Spa and at the Hampton Roads Convention Center

Keynote Speaker: Harold Ford, Jr.

Registration: visit website at www.vmsdc.org  and click on VBOF on the left side of the screen.

Tuesday, April 8
Segment A: In Sickness and In Health
How much should the government be responsible for the cost of your healthcare?  According to the Census Bureau there are still millions of Americans without health insurance.  We'll talk about the debate over universal health care.

Segment B: Life Net
April is "Donate Life" month and on today's HearSay we'll talk about the need for donors and
hear the compelling stories of two local families whose lives were changed due to organ donation.