🚨 Federal Government Shutdown: What Small Businesses Need to Know 🚨 As of Oct 1, 2025, the U.S. govt is shut down due to lack of a funding bill. 🧵(1/3)

Fake invoices. Urgent “boss” requests. These are real threats. Learn how to defend your company in our upcoming webinar. Register now: https://t.co/4XwLnX33iE

Cybersecurity isn’t a one-time task — it’s a business habit. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, make a commitment to lock it down. Read more: https://t.co/zJGkn2wtdI #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

🏭 October is #ManufacturingMonth! In Virginia, the industry supports 240K+ jobs & adds $45B+ to our economy. We are proud to support manufacturers through expert advising & partnerships that fuel innovation & growth. #MadeInVirginia #EconDev #SmallBizSupport

👇 This one hits a little too close to home... Being a small business owner isn't what most people think — and that's exactly why the Virginia SBDC is here. Free advising, real resources, & support that gets it. 💼 https://t.co/SOXxgKnu5m #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurLife

🚨 Craft beverage brands: Think PR is just for the big guys? Think again. Join us for a free webinar w/ @GoSocialPR’s Courtney Sandora + VA SBDC’s Chris Van Orden on smart, affordable PR strategies. 🔗 Register: https://t.co/B5SNAhDk20 #VAWineMonth #CraftBev

It’s Virginia Wine Month—a time to celebrate the Commonwealth’s growing viticulture sector. 🍇 Through our Craft Beverage Assistance (CBA) Program, we help Virginia wine & craft beverage producers grow smarter & stronger. Learn more: https://t.co/gY7J7a2Yqc #VirginiaWineMonth

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, protect your small business with simple, powerful steps—because even one weak password can cost you everything. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🛡️ Small biz owners: You don’t need a big budget to boost cyber safety. Small steps can make a big impact — especially now. 🔗 Read more: https://t.co/RidHFty6kV #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #SmallBusiness

🏭 It’s National Manufacturing Day! We’re proud to support the people behind the products — the small manufacturers powering Virginia’s economy. From design to distribution, the Virginia SBDC Network is here to help them grow. #MFGDay2025 #Manufacturing

While the SBA is paused, the Virginia SBDC Network is here for you. 📞 Contact your local SBDC for help managing uncertainty and planning ahead: https://t.co/JXL678y1Ay 🔁 Please share with business owners who may be impacted. #SmallBusiness #GovernmentShutdown (3/3)

✅ Virginia SBDC centers are OPEN ✅ We’re offering advising, training & support to help businesses navigate the shutdown. ❌ SBA offices are CLOSED  • No SBA loan approvals  • No certifications processed  • No responses to inquiries (2/3)

Prepared communities start with strong local economies. Support local. Support Virginia. We’re all in this together. 💼💙 #SmallBusinessSupport #LocalLove #CommunityResilience

Small businesses in Virginia are the backbone of our economy. When disaster strikes, they’re often the first hit and the last to recover. 💪 Let’s support them by: 🛍 Shopping local 🍽 Ordering local 💬 Leaving reviews 📢 Sharing their stories #VirginiaStrong #ShopSmallVA

🧡 September is National Preparedness Month, and one way to build stronger, more resilient communities is to support local businesses—especially during times of crisis. #SupportLocalVA #PreparednessMonth

Big Deals: Virginia lands billions in new business investments Anticipated to create at least 100 jobs apiece, these economic development announcements were some of the largest in Virginia in 2024 and 2025. Read More: https://t.co/ffOnXonEQP #economicdevelopment #Virginia

🍂🍁 Happy First Day of Fall, Y’all! 🍁🍂 Crisp air & stunning colors are on the way in Virginia! 🍃 As the holidays approach, let’s shop small and support local businesses this season. 🎃✨ #FallVibes #ShopSmall #SupportLocal

Business advising is at the core of the Virginia SBDC Network. Whether you're launching or scaling, we offer expert support in: Strategic planning Accounting Access to capital Marketing Ops & more Are you ready to grow? Find your local Virginia SBDC: https://t.co/5Wknp06I72

Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start with the basics, lean on trusted resources, and make security part of your daily business operations. Read More: https://t.co/njO61bMhaf #NationalPreparednessMonth #CyberSecurity

98% of American manufacturers are small businesses! Explore funding options to help small manufacturers grow: https://t.co/GCwnKz6Q6s