Beginning Monday @ the VTCRC, efforts to assist The Salvation Army with their Angel Tree and Holiday Stocking Programs are underway. Benefiting Pulaski, Floyd, Montgomery and Giles counties along with Radford City, these programs provide qualifying children with new toys and/or clothing on Christmas Day. - Beginning Monday, November 6 - Ending Monday, December 4 Please turn in all stockings and gifts by the end date. Last year, your kindness brought a smile to 649 children! Pick up your angel tree tag and/or holiday stocking at the defined locations: - Administrative Office or lobby of 1715 Pratt Drive - Lobby of 1901 Innovation Drive - Lobby of 2280 Kraft Drive http://www.vtcrc.com/events/2017-angel-treel-program-begins-vtcrccommunity

#TenantThursday → Due to recent contract wins, 1901 Group will host a hiring event at their Blacksburg Operations Center, located in the research park, on Wednesday, November 8, 2017. They are targeting Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III Desktop Support Technicians. If interested in being considered for this event, please visit their careers page. https://1901group.com/careers

#TenantThursday → VPT, Inc. released its single and dual output SVRSA DC-DC converters to further expand its offering of radiation hardened high-reliability space products. Designed for the harsh radiation environment facing space applications, the SVRSA Series has been characterized to Total Ionizing Dose to 100 krad(Si), including Enhanced Low Dose Rate Sensitivity, and Single Event Effects performance to 85 MeV-cm2/mg. http://www.vptpower.com/newsroom/press-releases/vpt-introduces-svrsa-series-of-6w-output-radiation-hardened-dc-dc-converters/#.WfsGtVtSyUl

#WhatsHappeningWednesday → Stay active with Carilion Wellness, HK HIGH KICKS, EHE Holistic Program, Sports Leagues and Disc Golf (Stop by National Bank's branch @ 2280 Kraft Drive for your complimentary disc golf score card!) ... more at http://www.vtcrc.com/resources/wellness

#TipTuesday → Advice from U.S. Small Business Administration Market research blends consumer behavior and economic trends to confirm and improve your business idea. It’s crucial to understand your consumer base from the outset. Market research lets you reduce risks even while your business is still just a gleam in your eye. Gather demographic information to better understand opportunities and limitations for gaining customers. This could include population data on age, wealth, family, interests, or anything else that’s relevant for your business. Then answer these questions to get a good sense of your market. Learn more https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan/market-research-competitive-analysis#section-header-0

A message from one of our sponsors, The Mud Room: Medical Massage for Wellness & Rejuvenation - learn more at http://www.themudroommassage.com/

#MessageMonday Due to recent contract wins, 1901 Group will host a hiring event at their Blacksburg Operations Center, located in the research park, on Wednesday, November 8, 2017. They are targeting Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III Desktop Support Technicians. If interested in being considered for this event, please visit their careers page - https://1901group.com/careers. LXCouncil Information Session on November 6, 2017 for CEOs - details at http://www.vtcrc.com/events/lxcouncil-information-session-on-november-6-2017

Tenant spotlight → It's all integrated https://www.uncork-it.com When every communications element is integrated with each other, an organization gains more than the total of each element individually. At Uncork-it, their campaigns are fully integrated and when tasked with just a single element, they make sure it integrates with existing efforts from other sources.

#FundayFriday

VTCRC sponsor message: Everyone welcome to join the The Orange Bandana at Wikiteria Cafe (1715 Pratt Drive) from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. for their Holiday Open House. You can view the holiday gift collection for clients, employees and friends while enjoying drinks and appetizers! RSVP by Oct. 30 at nancy@theorangebandana.com.

TODAY is the last Food Truck Thursday for 2017 @ the pavilion off 1600 Innovation Drive with Creole That Food Truck and Till and Grill! 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. #VTCRCFTT

#TenantThursday → JPI http://www.jpidev.com/ About: We are the problem solvers you need and the partners you want. When issues arise, JPI provides the solutions necessary to pedal past the problem and help your organization grow stronger. At JPI, we specialize in developing custom solutions that stand out, but never stand still. We help our clients grow and evolve, providing the right management techniques and tools to help along the way.