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SUMMARY:Attracting Better Candidates
DESCRIPTION:Improve messaging\, pay positioning\, job posting quality\, and candidate response in this first session 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/attracting-better-candidates/
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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T100000
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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:20260914T100000
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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-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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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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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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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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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:20260916T120000
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SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Free online Hampton Roads SBDC session (part of Business Foundations for new/early-stage businesses ≤1 year / ≤$50k revenue). Covers brand\, market research\, target customer\, free/paid marketing\, budget\, and go-to-market plan. Speaker: Jolie Spiers.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-foundations-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,SBDC,Virtual
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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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