Free and Low-Cost Business Education Opportunities in Richmond

All business owners, whether they are just starting out or have been running a business for years, benefit from ongoing education. Before investing in purchasing a collection of business books, pursuing an MBA, or hiring a business coach or consultant, it is wise to explore free and low-cost resources for developing skills and generating new ideas. Workshops and business incubators are excellent ways to expand your knowledge and build your skills. Here are a few that are available in the Richmond area in September. 

Low Cost Workshops in RVA

Top 10 Low-Cost Business Opportunities

Ranked in Order

1. Bon Secours Entrepreneur Bootcamp: Starts Tuesday, September 23rd, 6 pm at the Bon Secours Sarah Garland Jones Center for Health and Living. Bon Secours Entrepreneur Bootcamp Fall 2025: Level 2 Tickets, Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

2. Black Business Accelerator Program: Starts September 10th and runs every other week until November. Cost $300 Black Business Accelerator Program Application (3/24) - Central Virginia African American Chamber

3. Mastering Google Business Profiles: September 9th, Noon Profile Power-Up: Mastering Google Business Profiles Tickets, Tue, Sep 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

4. Government Contracting/ Navigating Federal Contracts: September 25, 2 pm to 4 pm at the Varina Area Library Government Contracting Tickets, Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite

5. Book + Balance Bookkeeping: Sept 3rd, 10 am at NorthPark Henrico Library, Books + Balance Bookkeeping Session Tickets, Wed, Sep 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

6. Henrico Business Town Hall: September 25, 2 pm to 4 pm at Advanced Career Education Center at Hermitage,Henrico Business Town Hall Tickets, Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite

7. Unlocking Opportunity Through Internships: September 16, at InUnision, Unlocking Opportunity Through Internships with BCEC Tickets, Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

8. Prepare for the future of your business: September 17, at The MBL Office,Member RECHARGE - Prepare for the Future of Your Business - Sep 17, 2025 - Events

9. Harnessing AI for Business Marketing: September 11, at Tuckahoe Area Library Catalyst Henrico Business Academy: Harnessing AI for Business Marketing - LibCal - Henrico County Public Library

10. Verizon Digital Ready-online free resource. Landing Page

Many of the clients I work with participate in one or more incubator programs before engaging my coaching services. Once they have that foundation, I encourage them to attend one to two events a month to support their ongoing development. Leveraging these resources can help you grow professionally and define your business challenges.

Schedule a call if you need additional support in understanding concepts, building your plan, or holding yourself accountable for taking the necessary steps to grow your business. Education is the first step towards progress. The second step is converting what you learn into action.  This is where working with a business coach can help you accelerate your professional development.

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