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SUMMARY:HERO Wednesday: The Resource War Room (PENINSULA)
DESCRIPTION:Housing/Healthcare/Education/DoD Skillbridge. No red tape. Direct access to the experts you need in one room.\nOne room. Every resource.\nConnect directly with Housing\, Healthcare & DoD Skillbridge/Education providers. Cut through the noise and get solutions.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-peninsula-9/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:HERO Wednesday: The Resource War Room (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop navigating alone. Get direct intel on Housing\, Healthcare & Education/DoD Skillbridge. Skip the waitlists. The 757’s best resources.\nHousing. Healthcare. Education/DoD Skillbridge. Zero red tape. Direct access to the experts you need in one room. Secure your family’s logistics now.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-norfolk-9/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:Dive into Design Thinking and boost your biz planning skills in this fun\, hands-on in-person workshop!\nDesign Thinking for Business Planning\nJoin us in person for a hands-on session where you’ll explore design thinking to boost your business planning skills. Get ready to brainstorm\, prototype\, and turn ideas into action with a fun and interactive approach. Perfect for anyone looking to rethink their strategy and create innovative solutions. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect and learn!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/design-thinking-for-business-planning/
LOCATION:Veterans Business Outreach Center\, 112 Bank St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Neptune SHIELD Tech Talk: Current state of Ransomware & Cyber Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Ransomware: Prevention\, Rapid Recovery & Modern Cyber Resilience. Presented by: CAS Severn\, Cohesity\, and ArmorxAI\nRansomware has evolved from a cybersecurity issue into a business uptime and operational survival problem. Organizations today are not asking if they will be targeted — but how quickly they can stop damage and recover when it happens.\nNeptune SHIELD invites you to an in-person Tech Talk focused on the state of ransomware in 2026 and how organizations can build best-in-class cyber resilience through an integrated strategy of pre-encryption prevention and rapid recovery.\nThis session brings together industry experts from CAS Severn\, Cohesity\, and ArmorxAI to deliver practical insight\, real-world scenarios\, and modern architectural guidance.\nWhat You’ll Learn\n✔️ How ransomware attacks are evolving — and why traditional defenses fall short✔️ Why most ransomware damage occurs before alerts ever fire✔️ How pre-encryption prevention can stop attacks in their earliest moments✔️ Why attackers target backups — and how to protect and recover clean data✔️ How prevention and recovery work together to reduce downtime and business impact\nFeatured Discussion Topics\n🔹 Current State of RansomwareCurrent attack trends\, real-world impacts\, and lessons learned across government\, education\, and commercial organizations.\n🔹 Stopping Ransomware Before Encryption Begins (ArmorxAI)How kernel-level visibility and pre-encryption detection can halt ransomware before data is locked or destroyed.\n🔹 Cyber Resilience & Rapid Recovery (Cohesity)Immutable backups\, clean recovery\, and restoring business operations with confidence.\n🔹 Building a Resilient Architecture (CAS Severn)How to design a modern resilience strategy that integrates prevention\, recovery\, and operational continuity.\nWho Should Attend\nIT & Security Leaders\nCISOs & CIOs\nGovernment & Defense Contractors\nState & Local Government\nEducation & Healthcare IT\nBusiness and Operations Leaders concerned with uptime and continuity\nWhy Attend\n✔️ Gain practical\, actionable insight — not sales pitches✔️ Learn how leading organizations reduce ransomware impact✔️ Understand how prevention and recovery work together✔️ Network with peers and industry experts\nSpace is limited. Registration required.\n👉 Register now to secure your spot.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/neptune-shield-tech-talk-current-state-of-ransomware-cyber-resilience/
LOCATION:448 Viking Dr suite 300\, 448 Viking Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Buyer Persona: Mastering your Ideal Client
DESCRIPTION:Most startup founders navigate their growth using a paper map—they filter for job titles and industries\, then wonder why their “perfect” leads aren’t biting. In 2026\, a job title is just a coordinate; it doesn’t tell you the weather\, the current\, or if the fish are even there.\n​In this high-impact session\, we’re moving past static personas and into dynamic ICPs. We’ll show you how to stop “sailing blind” by using:\n​🔍 The Paper Map (Searchable Layer): The objective filters you use to build your list (Industry\, Stage\, Title).\n​🧠 The Deep-Sea Sonar (Learnable Layer): The hidden psychological traits you need to earn (Motivations\, Buying Behavior\, Risk Tolerance).\n​🧭 The Tactical Compass (The Bridge): The system for translating those deep “pings” into “clues” you can actually find and act on.\n \n​Stop guessing and start navigating. We’ll cover how to find this data\, how to verify it through behavior\, and why speaking where your audience already hangs out beats screaming into the void.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/beyond-the-buyer-persona-mastering-your-ideal-client/
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SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for  a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\nDO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE! \nPLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly\, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs.\nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-9/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 4501 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:PechaKucha (PKN) Night
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a high-energy evening of storytelling\, creativity\, and rapid-fire inspiration! At PKN Night\, presenters have just 20 slides and 20 seconds per slide to share their ideas\, passions\, or projects—no fluff\, just the good stuff. Whether you’re here to speak\, listen\, or just soak in the vibes\, come hang out and get inspired. RSVP & sign up to present on the community portal. – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415671252/pechakucha-pkn-night
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/pechakucha-pkn-night-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginner Pottery Wheel Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly pottery wheel class. Get messy\, try the wheel\, make your first pieces\, and have fun in a relaxed studio setting.\nEver wanted to try the pottery wheel but were not sure where to start. This single session class is your invite. Total beginners are welcome and no experience is needed.  \nYou will sit down at your own wheel and learn the basics step by step with Evan. How to center clay. How to shape simple forms. How to fix wobbles. How to pull the walls up without collapsing them. Expect to get your hands dirty and have some fun. The goal is not perfection. The goal is trying something new and enjoying the process.  \nEvan will demo and then coach you at the wheel so you always know what to do next. You will also get a simple overview of clay and glazes so the full journey from wet clay to finished pot actually makes sense.  \nThis class is perfect if you are curious about pottery\, want a fun creative night out\, or just need a stress reset with your hands in clay.  \nWhat is included:\nAll materials provided\nUse of wheels\, tools\, and studio space during class\nGuided instruction in small groups  \nImportant notes\nSingle session intro class\nAges 15 and up\nWork will not be fired or glazed in this session\nWear comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes you do not mind getting messy\nBring an apron if you like  \nCome play in the clay\, meet good people\, and try something new at 757 Makerspace Norfolk.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/beginner-pottery-wheel-workshop/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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SUMMARY:Screen Printing and Print Making with Dula (NFK 16+)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the hands-on process of screenprinting at 757 Makerspace!\nWelcome to our Introduction to Screen Printing and Print Making class!\nDo you want to learn the process of transforming a blank canvas into a work of art? Then this class is perfect for you!\nOur experienced instructors will guide you through the entire screen printing process from start to finish. You’ll learn how to create your own stencils\, mix ink\, and print your designs onto a variety of surfaces including paper\, fabric\, and more.\nNot only will you leave the class with a newfound appreciation for this amazing art form\, but you’ll also have your own personalized prints to show off to your friends and family.\nSo why wait? Come join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and self-expression. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out\, this class is open to all skill levels. We can’t wait to see what you create!\nIncluded:\n-Tote Bag or T-Shirt (depending on what we are making that night)  \nOptional:\n– You may bring two more articles to be printed on (ex. shirt or tote)
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/screen-printing-and-print-making-with-dula-nfk-16/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace – Norfolk\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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