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SUMMARY:National SBIR Conference / SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:Three-day national SBIR/STTR conference at National Harbor\, MD. Programming for new applicants and awardees on stronger proposals and follow-on funding. Federal agencies present and staff the SBIR Pavilion. Discount codes from organizer: FREE Expo Pass 26SBIREXPO; Full Conference 20% off 26SBIR20 (~$400). Register: https://events.techconnect.org/SBIRFall/register.html\nIf exact session times are required and unknown: all-day or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; session times are on the conference site.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/national-sbir-conference-sbir-sttr-fall-innovation-conference/
LOCATION:Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center\, National Harbor\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
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SUMMARY:AUVSI Advanced Air Mobility Exposition 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join for an exceptional event showcasing the latest in advanced air mobility (AAM)\nThe Hampton Roads Chapter of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) invites you to the 2026 AUVSI Hampton Roads Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Exposition! A completely refreshed\, re‑imagined experience showcasing the future of uncrewed systems.\nThis year brings a new location\, new speakers\, and a bold new outlook on the future of AAM. Over two days\, industry leaders\, policymakers\, researchers\, and innovators will gather to explore the technologies shaping urban and regional air mobility through keynotes\, expert panels\, and live demonstrations.  \n🚀 Two Days of Innovation & Insight\nLocation: Christopher Newport University\, Newport News\, Virginia\nExplore the rapidly advancing world of AAM through sessions featuring:\nBreakthroughs from leading AAM and eVTOL manufacturers\nInfrastructure planning for airports\, regional hubs\, and vertiports\nHydrogen and next‑generation propulsion technologies\nDefense\, public safety\, and government applications\nVirginia’s statewide AAM initiatives and economic impact\nAcademic research\, testing\, and workforce development\nPolicy\, regulation\, and community integration\nYour registration includes catered lunch\, coffee\, and snacks.  \n𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦\nPlatinum: Universal Solutions International\nGold: Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation   \nBronze: City of Newport News
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/auvsi-advanced-air-mobility-exposition-2026/
LOCATION:CNU Freeman Center\, 1 University Place\, Newport News\, VA 23606\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:Reducing Turnover and Improving Retention
DESCRIPTION:Identify why new hires fail and how businesses can improve fit\, onboarding\, communication\, and expectations in Session 2 by Houston Kidd.\nHiring is one of the most common growth barriers for small and mid-sized businesses\, but many owners do not have access to practical recruiting expertise\, current local labor market insight\, or simple tools to diagnose what is actually breaking down. This program gives Virginia Beach businesses a usable hiring playbook they can apply immediately to attract stronger candidates\, reduce costly vacancies\, and build more reliable hiring systems.\nOverview\nThe Virginia Beach Hiring Playbook is an education-first workforce growth program designed for small anc mid-sized businesses that are struggling to attract\, hire\, and retain reliable talent. The session is practical interactive\, and built around real hiring problems that limit productivity\, revenue\, customer experience\, and business expansion.\nParticipants will leave with a clearer understanding of where their current hiring process is breaking down\, what candidates are responding to in the local market\, and how to create a simple workforce action plan that improves hiring consistency.\nWhy This Program ls Different\nThis is not a generic HR workshop. This program is built from direct\, ground-level interaction with Virginia Beach employers and job seekers. As the local owner of Express Employment Professionals in Virginia Beach\, I am actively speaking with companies\, candidates\, hiring managers\, and front-line workers across the market. Tha! gives participants practical insight into current hiring friction points\, pay expectations\, candidate behavior\, retentior challenges\, and immediate steps businesses can take to compete more effectively for talent.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/reducing-turnover-and-improving-retention/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\nNorfolk Front Desk: 757-807-0423\nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkforcecouncil.org\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-norfolk-64/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Road #Suite 220\, Norfolk\, VA 23502\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, US
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Newport News)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\nNewport News Front Desk: 757-782-4531\nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkforcecouncil.org\nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 through nonfederal sources.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-newport-news-18/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 600 Thimble Shoals #Suite 210\, Newport News\, VA 23693\, Newport News\, VA\, 23693\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
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SUMMARY:Capital Jumpstart Session 2: KIVA Readiness Lab - Interest To Application
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person Hive workshop with Howard Hesson converting capital readiness into a KIVA application: how KIVA/endorsement works\, borrower story\, loan amount and use of funds\, documentation\, launch timeline. Deliverables include draft borrower narrative\, use-of-funds breakdown\, 30-day capital launch plan\, and Project Neptune endorsement pre-screen. Session 1 (Sep 8) was listed on IHR; this is Session 2.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/capital-jumpstart-session-2-kiva-readiness-lab-interest-to-application/
LOCATION:The HIVE Downtown by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200516Z
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SUMMARY:Capital Jumpstart Session 2: KIVA Readiness Lab - Interest To Application
DESCRIPTION:: KIVA Readiness Lab – Interest To Application. This session converts readiness into action.\nTopics Covered:\n• How KIVA works and what endorsement means\n• Writing a strong borrower story\n• Determining loan amount and use of funds\n• Preparing documentation\n• Launch timeline strategy  \nTechnology Integration:\nParticipants will use guided Al prompts to draft and refine their borrower narrative and use-of-funds explanation.  \nDeliverables:\n• Draft KIVA Borrower Narrative\n• Loan Use-of-Funds Breakdown\n• 30-Day Capital Launch Plan\n• Eligibility Pre-Screen for Project Neptune endorsement
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/capital-jumpstart-session-2-kiva-readiness-lab-interest-to-application-2/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200516Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Connections & (grocery) carts
DESCRIPTION:Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries.\n🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe\nChats\, connections\, & grocery carts is a relaxed\, social-first networking event for curious\, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time.\nThis is not a lecture.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nAnd you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything.\nIt is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people\, have real conversations\, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries.\nWhether you are deeply into AI and automation\, adjacent to tech and creativity\, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans\, you belong here.\n✨ What to expect\n– Casual\, open networking with a mix of builders\, creatives\, technologists\, founders\, students\, and professionals\n– Easy\, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace\n– Light\, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them\n– No presentations\, no panels\, no pressure to “network correctly”\n– A friendly\, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels\n– Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. – – Meet a few new people along the way.\n👥 Who should attend\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts is for:\nPeople who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes\nBuilders\, creatives\, technologists\, and curious minds\nAI\, automation\, no-code\, and tech-adjacent folks\nStudents and career switchers exploring what is next\nFounders\, consultants\, operators\, and professionals\nAnyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing\nIf you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places\, you will fit right in.\n🏪 Why a grocery store\nYou were probably going to the store anyway.\nHosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human\, practical\, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple\, efficient\, and a little fun.\nTwo errands. One cart.\n💡 Why this event exists\nCommunity grows best in relaxed\, everyday spaces.\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy\, human-centered way for people to connect without titles\, talks\, or expectations. It is about building relationships\, sharing ideas naturally\, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time.\nCome say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way.\nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs\nThis is a free community event\nDrinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue\nPhotos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes\nCome solo or bring a friend\n​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. They’ve got lots of spots available in their parking lot.\n​​​Is this free? Yes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n🤝 Organizers & partners\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads\n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing.\nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-connections-grocery-carts-5/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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