Workshops & Events
Welcome to the Danville Office of Economic Development and Tourism’s Workshops and Events page. We offer a variety of free workshops to City of Danville businesses that meet the requirements, including sessions on marketing, financial management, and more. These events are designed to support your personal and professional growth, and upon completion, qualified participants will receive valuable incentives to help implement the skills they’ve learned in real time. Explore our offerings and sign up today to enhance your skills and advance your business!
Customer Service Training
- DATE: Thursday, April 23, 2026
- LOCATION: Dan River Falls, 420 Memorial Drive, Danville, VA
- TIME: 8am-12pm
- Registration Coming Soon!
Can You Reach Me Now | Reach with Intention: Build a Brand & Messaging Guide
Sunday, April 26
Small business owners, don’t miss our upcoming FREE training on visual branding and messaging!
By the end of the session, participants will:
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Understand what a brand truly is and how it shapes perception.
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Clearly define their target audience beyond basic demographics.
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Develop a positioning statement and key differentiators.
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Create a core message and supporting points they can use consistently.
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Define a brand voice and tone that aligns with their audience.
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Organize their brand elements into a clear, usable Brand & Messaging Guide.
DETAILS
- This event is limited to those operating in the City of Danville.
- Time: 2-6pm
- Location: 420 Memorial Drive, Suite 200, Danville
- Register Here!
Southern Virginia Business & Procurement Experience
Thursday, April 30
The Southern Virginia Business and Procurement Experience is the perfect place for small businesses to make big moves! This half-day event is designed to help our local businesses grow, connect, and compete!
Attendees will:
- Learn to successfully pursue contracts with large industries and government agencies
- Explore the business resources available right here in Southern Virginia
- Gain actionable insights from expert speakers on business growth and strategy
- Meet vendors and industry professionals face-to-face
- Network with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders
- Compete for a $1,000 grant grand prize
EVENT DETAILS
- DATE: Thursday, April 30, 2026
- TIME: 9am-2pm
- LOCATION: The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville
- COST: Free, but registration is required
If you are interested in attending, register here.
If you are interested in setting up a table as a resource/vendor, click here.
Visit SoSi Extranet Training
- Feature special offers, sales, coupons, and promotions
- Promote upcoming events and festivals
- Highlight custom photography, media, and account information
- Explore Requests for Proposals created by the Visit SoSi team
- Communicate with other Visit SoSi businesses
- Order Visit SoSi Visitor Guides to display and distribute
TRAINING INFORMATION
- TIME: 12-1pm
- WHERE: Virtual! A Zoom link will be sent to your email before the training.
- Register Here!
Can You Reach Me Now | Holiday Campaign Lab
August 4 – September 8 (Tuesdays)
DETAILS COMING SOON!
- This event is limited to those operating in the City of Danville.
- Location: 420 Memorial Drive, Suite 200, Danville
- Registration Coming Soon!
Visit SoSi Extranet Training
- Feature special offers, sales, coupons, and promotions
- Promote upcoming events and festivals
- Highlight custom photography, media, and account information
- Explore Requests for Proposals created by the Visit SoSi team
- Communicate with other Visit SoSi businesses
- Order Visit SoSi Visitor Guides to display and distribute
TRAINING INFORMATION
- TIME: 12-1pm
- WHERE: Virtual! A Zoom link will be sent to your email before the training.
- Register Here!
Can You Reach Me Now | Reach Without the Click: Zero-Click Website Analysis
Sunday, October 4
DETAILS COMING SOON!
- This event is limited to those operating in the City of Danville.
- Location: 420 Memorial Drive, Suite 200, Danville
- Registration Coming Soon!