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SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-40/
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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SUMMARY:October Procurement Cafe: Doing Business with the City of Virginia Beach
DESCRIPTION:Get the inside scoop on navigating the procurement process with the City of Virginia Beach at the upcoming Procurement Cafe.\nGrab a cup of coffee and join us for the Virginia Beach Procurement Café—an interactive\, small-business-friendly workshop designed to help you learn how to do business with the City of Virginia Beach. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your current government contracting work\, this event will provide practical tools and direct access to the City’s Procurement team.\nEach month features a different government procurement topic with this month’s session reviewing the different types of bonds and insurance requirements commonly found in government solicitations\, followed by a Q&A session with procurement professionals.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/october-procurement-cafe-doing-business-with-the-city-of-virginia-beach/
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:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
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CREATED:20260930T210221Z
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SUMMARY:Business Resource Fair & Open House
DESCRIPTION:Connect with local business resources\, government reps and support organizations to help your business grow. Refreshments provided!\nCome join us for a fun and interactive event where you’ll learn about all the great resources available to help your business grow. You’ll also get the chance to connect with local government reps and business support groups.\nPlus\, we’ll have refreshments—so don’t miss it!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-resource-fair-open-house/
LOCATION:Hampton History Museum\, 120 Old Hampton Lane\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T100000
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SUMMARY:Simple Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining a business involves relevant bookkeeping.\nThis workshop is designed for business owners desiring a better understanding of their financial management pertaining to their business.\n Bri Smith\, CPA will walk through practical financial concepts that help business owners improve cash flow\, reduce financial stress\, prepare for taxes\, and build a stronger financial foundation.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/simple-bookkeeping/
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:20261007T170000
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SUMMARY:Networking Happy Hour with Jake Maines
DESCRIPTION:Voted Best Networking Event In The 757\nCome eat\, drink\, & mingle!\nNetworking Happy Hour is a low-key\, no agenda\, meet new people/catch up with old friends-type of event.\nSwing by anytime between 5 & 8 p.m. for a few minutes or the whole time!\nMore info about the events can be found at http://networkinghh.com/.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/networking-happy-hour-with-jake-maines-14/
LOCATION:El Mexsal Bar & Grill\, 401 North Great Neck Road #105\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23454\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23454\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Port-au-Prince:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Port-au-Prince:20261006T200000
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CREATED:20260930T210212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T210212Z
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SUMMARY:Business Beyond Clock-Out
DESCRIPTION:An evening of networking\, relationship building\, and business discussions for small businesses in the area.\nBusiness does not stop when the workday ends.\nJoin us for Business Beyond the Clock Out in Virginia Beach\, an evening of networking\, resources\, and meaningful connections for business owners\, entrepreneurs\, professionals\, and community partners.\nCome learn how the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce is supporting Black-owned businesses across Virginia through programs\, partnerships\, advocacy\, and opportunities designed to help you start\, grow\, and scale.\nAbout the VABCC\nThe Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce strengthens Black-owned businesses across Virginia through access to capital\, business education\, networking\, advocacy\, and strategic partnerships.\nWe are building a statewide business ecosystem that connects entrepreneurs to the relationships\, resources\, and opportunities they need to grow\, scale\, and succeed.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-beyond-clock-out/
LOCATION:The HIVE\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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UID:10002560-1791280800-1791288000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-39/
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:20260930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T140000
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CREATED:20260929T202041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T202041Z
UID:10002551-1790769600-1790776800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Supporting Home-Based Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Supporting Home-Based Businesses and discover resources to help you start\, grow\, and strengthen your Hampton business.\nHome based businesses are an important part of Hampton’s small business community. From entrepreneurs turning a passion into a business to establish operating from home\, these businesses contribute to our local economy and create pathways to entrepreneurship.\nThe City of Hampton Small Business Division is committed to supporting home-based business entrepreneurs with the information\, resources\, and connections they need to start\, operate\, and grow their businesses.\nJoin us for Supporting Home-Based Businesses and learn more about the resources available to help you move your home-based business forward.\nWhether you’re thinking about starting a business from home or already operating one\, your home-based business is a business – and we’re here to support you.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/supporting-home-based-businesses/
LOCATION:Ruppert Sargent Building\, 1 Franklin Street\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T153000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person for the Small Business Resource Fair to connect\, learn\, and grow your small business!\nSmall Business Resource Fair\nJoin the ODU Veterans Business Outreach Center and City of Chesapeake Economic Development in person for the Small Business Resource Fair – your go-to spot to connect with experts and network with other entrepeneurs! Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow\, you’ll find helpful resources and friendly faces to support your journey. Don’t miss this chance to network\, learn\, and get inspired!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Central Library\, 298 Cedar Road\, Chesapeake\, VA 23322\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23322\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T200000
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CREATED:20260929T201957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T201957Z
UID:10002545-1790704800-1790712000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Credit Foundations - Foundation (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:For individuals who want to understand how credit works\, gain confidence in managing their financial profile\, & avoid costly mistakes.\nBuild Strong Credit. Unlock Opportunity. Create Financial Freedom. \nStrong credit is one of the most valuable financial assets an individual can possess. Whether you’re preparing to purchase a home\, launch a business\, secure funding\, or simply improve your financial health\, understanding how credit works is the foundation for long-term success.\nThe Credit Foundations Workshop is a dynamic\, interactive learning experience designed to empower participants with practical knowledge and proven strategies to build\, repair\, and leverage their credit with confidence. Participants will leave equipped with the tools and action steps needed to take immediate control of their financial future.  \nLevel 1: Foundation\nCredit Education & Financial Awareness  \nWhat’s Included:\nOne-on-one credit education session\nUnderstanding how credit really works\nGuided credit report walkthrough\nEducation on common credit myths and mistakes\nConsumer rights overview\nPersonalized Credit Action Checklist\nPractical next steps to begin improving credit health
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/credit-foundations-foundation-level-1/
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:20260929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
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CREATED:20260922T200635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200635Z
UID:10002541-1790686800-1790697600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Ignite Your Innovation: Unlock NASA Technology
DESCRIPTION:Calling all small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, startups\, faculty & students!\nJoin us for a powerful\, fast-paced session at the HIVE designed to accelerate your business or research using NASA-developed\,NASA-tested technologies.\nHear directly from current NASA licensees as they share firsthand insights into how they successfully navigated the NASA Tech Transfer licensing process.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/ignite-your-innovation-unlock-nasa-technology/
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:20260929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T133000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200632Z
CREATED:20260922T200632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200632Z
UID:10002540-1790681400-1790688600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:What's Your Tech Stack?
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy lunch and learn about tools and hacks to make your day more productive\nJoin us for our next session of Innovators Invite: What’s Your Tech Stack. This will be a fun\, lunch and learn style event where you’ll discover tools and ideas to help you work smarter\, boost productivity\, and make your day-to-day more efficient. Hear from our speakers as they share their favorite tools\, tips\, and hacks for getting things done.\nCome swap ideas and make new connections. No pressure\, just a casual vibe\, great conversations\, and plenty of tech talk.  \nSpeakers will include:\nCharlie O’BrienCo-Founder & CEO\, LOGENTIQ SOLUTIONS LLC\nPaul RiceDirector of Marketing\, Downtown Norfolk Council & Owner\, Norfolk Currents  \nTickets are $15 (including tax) and includes your lunch.\n11:30am – Networking and lunch12:00pm – Speakers12:30pm – Q&A
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/whats-your-tech-stack/
LOCATION:Assembly\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200631Z
CREATED:20260922T200631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200631Z
UID:10002539-1790676000-1790683200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-38/
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:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200631Z
CREATED:20260922T200631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200631Z
UID:10002535-1790618400-1790625600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Grant Pre-Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To apply for the Grant\, a business must attend a pre-application workshop from the Virginia Beach HIVE (the “HIVE”) in person or virtually.\n****There are HYBRID events\, being held both in-person and online. The link will be distributed prior to the event.\nYou only need to attend one session.***\nClick here: YesVirginiaBeach.com ~ Small Business Grant  \n*\nThe program seeks to increase access to funding for historically underserved and marginalized small businesses through the use of grants to qualifying businesses. Small\, women\, minority-owned\, veteran\, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\, 1. are a diverse mix of start-ups and emerging businesses; there are limited capital tools available specifically for this sector of the business community in the City of Virginia Beach.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-grant-pre-application-workshop-7/
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:20260928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200631Z
CREATED:20260922T200631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200631Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Grant Pre-Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To apply for the Grant\, a business must attend a pre-application workshop from the Virginia Beach HIVE (the “HIVE”) in person or virtually.\n****There are HYBRID events\, being held both in-person and online. The link will be distributed prior to the event.\nYou only need to attend one session.***\nClick here: YesVirginiaBeach.com ~ Small Business Grant  \n*\nThe program seeks to increase access to funding for historically underserved and marginalized small businesses through the use of grants to qualifying businesses. Small\, women\, minority-owned\, veteran\, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\, 1. are a diverse mix of start-ups and emerging businesses; there are limited capital tools available specifically for this sector of the business community in the City of Virginia Beach.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-grant-pre-application-workshop-6/
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:20260925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200550Z
CREATED:20260922T200550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200550Z
UID:10002532-1790328600-1790335800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Pricing Of Your Products and Services
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the development to implementation of pricing strategy.\nHow do you turn your dream/passion into a paycheck?\nThis workshop will show pricing works\, how businesses decide how to price an item for a certain amount\, and why certain things cost how as much as they do.\nIt’ll help make sense of how pricing works and\, in turn\, help you learn how to make money and a profit of your own.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/pricing-of-your-products-and-services/
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:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200516Z
CREATED:20260922T200516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200516Z
UID:10002531-1790272800-1790280000@newportnewsva.com
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/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200438Z
CREATED:20260922T200438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200438Z
UID:10002526-1790240400-1790251200@newportnewsva.com
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:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200436Z
CREATED:20260922T200436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200436Z
UID:10002525-1790186400-1790193600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Start Peninsula 2026 Micro Pitch #3
DESCRIPTION:Start Peninsula Micro Pitches: 3-minute pitches\, 10 participants\, 3 finalists advance to November’s final. Big ideas\, bold opportunities!\nDo You Have a Business Idea – Start Peninsula is the Place for You! \nDo you have a business idea (or invention) and need guidance and/or funding to get it off the ground? Then clear your calendar for one of our upcoming Micro Pitch Competitions! Start Peninsula is an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by providing mentorship\, networking and funding opportunities. Start Peninsula helps launch you and your business idea towards success through hosting pitch competitions\, pitch workshops and informational sessions.  \nStart Peninsula is an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by providing mentorship\, networking and funding opportunities. Start Peninsula helps launch you and your business idea towards success through hosting pitch competitions\, pitch workshops and informational sessions.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/start-peninsula-2026-micro-pitch-3/
CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Pitch Event,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Start Peninsula":MAILTO:start@startpeninsula.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200428Z
CREATED:20260922T200428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200428Z
UID:10002519-1790100000-1790107200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Grant Pre-Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To apply for the Grant\, a business must attend a pre-application workshop from the Virginia Beach HIVE (the “HIVE”) in person or virtually.\n****There are HYBRID events\, being held both in-person and online. The link will be distributed prior to the event.\nYou only need to attend one session.***\nClick here: YesVirginiaBeach.com ~ Small Business Grant  \n*\nThe program seeks to increase access to funding for historically underserved and marginalized small businesses through the use of grants to qualifying businesses. Small\, women\, minority-owned\, veteran\, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\, 1. are a diverse mix of start-ups and emerging businesses; there are limited capital tools available specifically for this sector of the business community in the City of Virginia Beach.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-grant-pre-application-workshop-5/
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:20260921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260915T200530Z
CREATED:20260915T200530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T200530Z
UID:10002515-1790002800-1790006400@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Hampton Grant Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to hear the updates the City of Hampton have made to the grants program to simplify the process to apply.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hampton-grant-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260915T200455Z
CREATED:20260915T200455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T200455Z
UID:10002507-1789657200-1789664400@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Virginia Cup Pre-Party Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the Virginia Cup at The Hive with food\, drinks\, networking\, and fun before the main event!\nThe excitement is building for the Virginia Cup. In partnership with The Hive\, the celebration starts early! Join us from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at The Hive in Virginia Beach for a pre-event networking gathering ahead of the main event just one block from the Sandler Center.\n \nWhy You Should Join Us Early:\nMeet the Ecosystem:\nThis is more than just happy hour—it’s your chance to connect with founders\, funders\, professionals\, creatives\, operators\, and innovation champions from across Virginia. Whether you’re looking to invest\, hire\, partner\, or simply get inspired\, this is where the conversations begin.\nFood & Drinks\, On Us:\nEnjoy complimentary refreshments and light bites while you connect with some of the region’s most dynamic leaders in business and tech.\nSkip the Stress:\nArrive ahead of the crowd\, find easy parking\, and settle in before the big night begins. No last-minute rush—just a smooth transition into an evening of innovation.\nJust Minutes from the Action:\nThe Hive is a short walk from the Sandler Center\, making it the perfect spot to kick things off before the pitches begin.\nWhether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur\, an aspiring founder\, a creative\, a professional\, an investor\, or a supporter of Hampton Roads innovation\, this pre-event gathering sets the tone for an unforgettable night.\nArrive early. Raise a glass. And let’s celebrate the future of startups together.\n \nBe sure to get your tickets to the main event here: https://bit.ly/vacup
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/virginia-cup-pre-party-celebration/
LOCATION:The HIVE Downtown by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260915T200444Z
CREATED:20260915T200444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T200444Z
UID:10002499-1789552800-1789560000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:How to Build Credit for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build strong business credit\, improve financing opportunities\, and position your business for long-term growth and success.\nBuilding strong business credit can help position your company for financing\, strengthen vendor relationships\, and create opportunities for long-term growth.\nThe City of Hampton Small Business Division\, in conjunction with Atlantic Union Bank\, invites Hampton entrepreneurs and small business owners to join us for How to Build Credit for Your Business.\nWhether you’re just starting your business or looking to strengthen your existing business’s financial foundation\, this workshop will provide valuable information to help better understand business credit and take steps towards becoming more credit ready.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/how-to-build-credit-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Ruppert Sargent Building\, 1 Franklin Street\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260915T200444Z
CREATED:20260915T200444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T200444Z
UID:10002496-1789495200-1789502400@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Find Your Customer. Grow Your Sales.
DESCRIPTION:Stop marketing to everyone. Start selling to the people who will actually buy.\nDo you feel like you’re working hard but not growing? The problem often isn’t your product or service — it’s that you’re trying to reach everyone instead of focusing on the customers most likely to buy\, stay\, and refer others.\nIn this practical workshop\, Paula Short will help you build a clear picture of your ideal customer\, understand how they think and buy\, and align your message\, your offer\, and your sales approach around them. You’ll leave with a sharper focus on who your business should be targeting — and a practical plan for reaching them\, converting them\, and turning them into loyal repeat customers.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/find-your-customer-grow-your-sales-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/New_York:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195202Z
CREATED:20260908T195202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195202Z
UID:10002492-1789466400-1789473600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-37/
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:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195150Z
CREATED:20260908T195150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195150Z
UID:10002489-1789462800-1789473600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:2026 City of Virginia Beach Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:Your next contract starts with the right connection—join us at Industry Day!\nJoin the City of Virginia Beach for the 2026 Virginia Beach Industry Day. Whether you’re an established contractor\, small business\, consultant\, supplier\, or firm looking to expand your opportunities with the City\, Industry Day is your opportunity to gain valuable insight into upcoming projects\, procurement opportunities\, and the City’s purchasing process. Hear directly from City departments about anticipated contracting needs\, capital projects\, and procurement forecasts while learning how your business can position itself for future opportunities. You’ll also have the chance to build relationships with City staff\, project managers\, procurement professionals\, and fellow members of the business community.  \nEvent Highlights\nLearn about upcoming contracts\, capital projects\, and procurement forecasts.\nHear presentations from City departments and project leaders.\nDiscover how to better position your business for future contracting opportunities.\nNetwork with City officials\, project managers\, procurement professionals\, and industry peers.\nParticipate in an interactive Q&A session to ask questions and provide feedback. \nWhether you’re new to doing business with the City or a seasoned vendor looking to stay ahead of upcoming opportunities\, Industry Day offers the information and connections you need to help your business succeed. Space is limited—register today and take the next step toward doing business with the City of Virginia Beach!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/2026-city-of-virginia-beach-industry-day/
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:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195150Z
CREATED:20260908T195150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195150Z
UID:10002488-1789408800-1789416000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Grant Pre-Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To apply for the Grant\, a business must attend a pre-application workshop from the Virginia Beach HIVE (the “HIVE”) in person or virtually.\n****There are HYBRID events\, being held both in-person and online. The link will be distributed prior to the event.\nYou only need to attend one session.***\nClick here: YesVirginiaBeach.com ~ Small Business Grant  \n*\nThe program seeks to increase access to funding for historically underserved and marginalized small businesses through the use of grants to qualifying businesses. Small\, women\, minority-owned\, veteran\, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\, 1. are a diverse mix of start-ups and emerging businesses; there are limited capital tools available specifically for this sector of the business community in the City of Virginia Beach.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-grant-pre-application-workshop-4/
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:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195150Z
CREATED:20260908T195150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195150Z
UID:10002487-1789380000-1789387200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Grant Pre-Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To apply for the Grant\, a business must attend a pre-application workshop from the Virginia Beach HIVE (the “HIVE”) in person or virtually.\n****There are HYBRID events\, being held both in-person and online. The link will be distributed prior to the event.\nYou only need to attend one session.***\nClick here: YesVirginiaBeach.com ~ Small Business Grant  \n*\nThe program seeks to increase access to funding for historically underserved and marginalized small businesses through the use of grants to qualifying businesses. Small\, women\, minority-owned\, veteran\, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\, 1. are a diverse mix of start-ups and emerging businesses; there are limited capital tools available specifically for this sector of the business community in the City of Virginia Beach.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/small-business-grant-pre-application-workshop-3/
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:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195142Z
CREATED:20260908T195142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195142Z
UID:10002485-1789120800-1789126200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:September Procurement Cafe: Doing Business with the City of Virginia Beach
DESCRIPTION:Get the inside scoop on navigating the procurement process with the City of Virginia Beach at the upcoming Procurement Cafe.\nGrab a cup of coffee and join us for the Virginia Beach Procurement Café—an interactive\, small-business-friendly workshop designed to help you learn how to do business with the City of Virginia Beach. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your current government contracting work\, this event will provide practical tools and direct access to the City’s Procurement team.\nEach month features a different government procurement topic with this month’s session exploring the RFP Advantage by walking through a Request for Proposal (RFP) and demonstrating how to develop a matching proposal\, followed by a Q&A session with procurement professionals.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/september-procurement-cafe-doing-business-with-the-city-of-virginia-beach/
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:20260910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195138Z
CREATED:20260908T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195138Z
UID:10002483-1789065000-1789072200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:AI and Lead Generation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Led by Andrew Stafford\nLearn practical AI tools and workflows to attract\, qualify\, and convert more leads.\nOverview on how to build AI-assisted outreach and follow-up systems that save time while staying personalized.\nLeave with actionable prompts and templates you can immediately apply to grow your pipeline.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/ai-and-lead-generation-workshop-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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