Adam Holt, Owner, Albemarle Angler
Adam has an extensive background in investment banking. He will discuss his experience with buying the Albemarle Angler in Barracks Road, the unforeseen challenges and his plans to grow sales.
Nancy Trudel, Trudel Law
Nancy Trudel, a CBE Member, will offer a presentation on Trademark Registration and Intellectual Property.
Jay DeLuca, Owner of Mosquito Joe
Jay is a new member of CBE and will be conducting his initial Member Focus on his business, Mosquito Joe.
Meghann Jensen, Jansen Bookkeeping
Meghann Jansen, one of our latest new members will conduct her new member focus and present her business, Jansen Bookkeeping.
Ian Ayers, CEO RECmint
Ian is an experienced entrepreneur based in Charlottesville. During his visit, he will speak on “How to talk with new and existing partners to unlock transformative growth.”
Happy New Year - No Meeting
Happy New Year to Members, Family and Friends! Cheers to an amazing 2026!
Christmas in January @ The Local
CBE Christmas in January Celebration. We will return to The Local in Belmont and this is a member plus guest event.
Happy New Year - No Meeting
Happy New Year to Members, Family and Friends! Cheers to an amazing 2025!
White Elephant Event - Members Only
CBE Annual White Elephant Event. This will be a members only event and don’t forget that “special gift”.
Aaron & Malina Rivers, Owner/Operator of BrightStars Senior Care
Aaron and Malina will discuss their entrepreneurial journey and how it lead them to the ownership of BrightStars Senior Care here in Charlottesville.
Christian Argie, Top Notch Computers
Christian will speak to us about the impact of AI on small business and general IT issues facing small businesses.
Brennan Hilleary, Burnout Prevention Coach
Brennan is a Burnout Prevention Facilitator & Coach dedicated to helping purpose-driven leaders and teams reconnect with their values, find clarity, and prioritize their well-being. His goal is to help others uncover the root causes of burnout and provides practical strategies to address them before they spiral.
Robert Johnson, CBE President
Robert will lead a discussion forum around small business corporate governance and how your fellow CBE Members could be your solution.
Dr. Dan Elash
Dr. Dan will lead a CBE Workshop on the Burton’s Patio to focus on Leadership both within CBE and beyond.
President’s Club
President’s Club Winners Only join at Eastwood Farm and Winery (2531 Scottsville Rd, Cville, VA 22902) to celebrate Q3 2024 rewarding work and engagement! Congrats!
Member Networking Event/Lunch
We will meet at Brazos Taco Bar in Barracks Road Shopping Center for a “unique” Networking Event followed by lunch. Weather is looking great for the patio so join at 11:30 a.m. and learn about your fellow CBE family in a manner never explored before.
Uri Zandsberg, VP Senior Advisor Consultant, Franklin Templeton
“Anatomy of a Recession” - Trends in the broad economy for context on where we’re headed.
Dr. Lisa Willaims, Jubilee Family Chiropractic
Dr. Lisa Willliams is a fellow CBE Member and a Family Chiropractor with a specialty in spine and scoliosis solutions. She will conduct her initial Member Focus.
Daleele Alison, Co-Founder & CEO of Rooks DM
Learn about ways to streamline or automate processes in a business thru AI and other technology solutions. Beneficial for intake, onboarding, management/admin, offboarding, CRM, etc.
Paul McArtor, Realtor, Avenue Realty
Paul is a fellow CBE Member and area Realtor. He will speak to CBE about the recent Supreme Court Ruling impacting real estate commission rules that have now been put forth by the NAR.
Ariel Vaughn and Mesa McMurtrey, SBDC of Central Virginia
Ariel, Assistant Director, and Mesa, Client Services Coordinator, will share the latest news and resources coming from the Small Business Development Center, Central Virginia.
Katelyn Parker, Owner, Champagne Wishes
Katelyn is a local Wedding Planner and owner of Champagne Wishes. She will share the story of her small business in the vibrant Charlottesville wedding community.
Kate Daniels - Member Focus
Kate will discuss her new role at Blue Ridge Eldercare and value add services.
Cheryl Duncan - Member Focus
Cheryl is our newest member and conduct her introductory Member Focus on Digital Marketing Services at CBS19.
Jacqueline Washington, Charlottesville Lead Local Veterans Employment Representative at VEC.
Talking about assisting Veterans that have barriers to employment and how she and the VEC assist.