Business Finance Basic
2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
This financial workshop is presented by Vice President and Financial Inclusion Leader Mara Bostelman of Truist Bank.
This interactive session will help show you how to build, manage, and protect your business for years to come.
In this course, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understanding insurance for your business.
We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.
Agenda:
Manage Cash Flow
Expand Your Business
Protect Your Business

One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 10:00 - 12:00 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Need expert advice to grow your business?
Whether 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.

Newport News Business Growth Summit
2026-03-04 08:30 - 16:00 | Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, 2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA, United States
Join us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit to connect, learn, grow and compete.
Join Us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit!
Ready to boost your business? Come to the Newport News Business Growth Summit, an in-person event where entrepreneurs and professionals connect, learn, and grow together. Network with local experts, discover new strategies, and get inspired to take your business to the next level.
The comprehensive one-day conference combines five critical business development topics:
Doing Business with the City of Newport News provides direct access to City procurement officials and upcoming contracting opportunities, with simplified guidance on becoming a registered vendor.
Breaking Barriers: Government Contractor to Corporate Powerhouse offers a panelist-led workshop designed to equip small business owners with the strategies, connections, and confidence to successfully diversify beyond government contracting into lucrative corporate and commercial markets.
Financing Your Growth brings together banking, SBA, and capital experts to address the cash flow and financing challenges that limit business expansion.
Writing Winning Proposals, an exclusive masterclass, reveals the critical differences between government and corporate proposal strategies.
SWaM Certification can help your business grow. Learn more about SWaM Certification and get across the finish line by getting hands-on assistance with submitting your application! Registration is separate and on the SBSD Eventbrite page.
Information Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-application-info-session-tickets-1981195568277?aff=oddtdtcreator
Hands-on Application Session (20 seats only) – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-hands-on-application-assistance-tickets-1981187763934?aff=oddtdtcreator
Don’t miss out on this chance to make valuable contacts and gain fresh insights!

Newport News Business Growth Summit
2026-03-04 08:30 - 16:00 | Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, 2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA, United States
One-Day Event Offers Complete Roadmap from City Contracts to Corporate Markets. Your government and corporate expansion journey starts here!
Join Us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit!
Ready to boost your business? Come to the Newport News Business Growth Summit, an in-person event where entrepreneurs and professionals connect, learn, and grow together. Network with local experts, discover new strategies, and get inspired to take your business to the next level.
The comprehensive one-day conference combines five critical business development topics:
Doing Business with the City of Newport News provides direct access to City procurement officials and upcoming contracting opportunities, with simplified guidance on becoming a registered vendor.
Breaking Barriers: Government Contractor to Corporate Powerhouse offers a panelist-led workshop designed to equip small business owners with the strategies, connections, and confidence to successfully diversify beyond government contracting into lucrative corporate and commercial markets.
Financing Your Growth brings together banking, SBA, and capital experts to address the cash flow and financing challenges that limit business expansion.
Writing Winning Proposals, an exclusive masterclass, reveals the critical differences between government and corporate proposal strategies.
SWaM Certification can help your business grow. Learn more about SWaM Certification and get across the finish line by getting hands-on assistance with submitting your application! Registration is separate and on the SBSD Eventbrite page.
Information Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-application-info-session-tickets-1981195568277?aff=oddtdtcreator
Hands-on Application Session (20 seats only) – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-hands-on-application-assistance-tickets-1981187763934?aff=oddtdtcreator
Don’t miss out on this chance to make valuable contacts and gain fresh insights!

Identifying and Creating Your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP)
2026-03-04 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-23 09:00 - 10:30 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Get a clearer picture of your best potential clients! In the workshop you will…
Analyze the need for your products or services.
Understand the economic buyer and business influencers.
Learn to focus on ICP differences in gender, generation, and experiences.
Build your ICP using a template you can easily convert for your business.

1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support
2026-03-04 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-05 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-11 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-12 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-13 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-18 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-19 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-20 12:30 - 15:30 and 2 more dates | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!
DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!
PLEASE use the following link to sign up for the event: Calendly, DO NOT Sign up Via EVENTBRITE!
Provided 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.
Simply 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!

Intro to the Pottery Wheel with Evan (NFK Single Session 15+)
2026-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 | 757 Makerspace, 737 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, United States
Beginner friendly pottery wheel class. Get messy, try the wheel, make your first pieces, and have fun in a relaxed studio setting.
Ever 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.
You 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.
Evan 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.
This 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.
What is included:
All materials provided
Use of wheels, tools, and studio space during class
Guided instruction in small groups
Important notes
Single session intro class
Ages 15 and up
Work will not be fired or glazed in this session
Wear comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes you do not mind getting messy
Bring an apron if you like
Come play in the clay, meet good people, and try something new at 757 Makerspace Norfolk.

Procurement Cafe: Doing Business with the City of Virginia Beach
2026-03-13 10:00 - 11:30 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Get the inside scoop on navigating the procurement process with the City of Virginia Beach at the upcoming Procurement Cafe.
Grab 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. This session will cover the differences between formal and informal procurement methods in City solicitations.

Creative Capital: Innovative Funding Strategies for Modern Entrepreneurs
2026-03-16 11:00 - 12:00 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Join Craig Palmore of Trust Financial Solutions for a one-hour workshop on non-traditional bank funding.
Business owners today have more financing choices than ever—if they know where to look. Join us to explore how non-traditional funding options can provide the capital you need to grow, invest, and seize new opportunities. We’ll cover flexible solutions like merchant cash advances, fix-and-flip loans, factoring, and commercial real estate lending. Find out how to position yourself for funding success and navigate today’s alternative lending marketplace with confidence.

MIG Welding 101 NFK (16+)
2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:30 | 757 Makerspace – Norfolk, 737 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, United States
Learn the basics of MIG Welding in this introductory class.
This workshop is for any DIY person who can work a hot-glue gun and is ready to move to metal work with a basic wire-feed or MIG (Metal inert gas) welder. During this 2-hour workshop, we speak about the different types of consumer welding (MIG, TIG, Arc), focusing on the easiest style which is wire-fed/MIG, amperage vs voltage, temperature vs wire-flow, proper speed and flow techniques, penetration vs burn through, 110v vs 220v, consumer vs professional, and so on. This workshop aims to get you comfortable and secure enough to get hands-on creative experience, then ready for custom fabrication and art creation in later workshops. Students will feel safe enough to start shopping after for a welder and supplies, or to rent one for their projects. In this hands-on workshop, participants will leave with a fun, takeaway project.
This is a basic demonstration and hands-on steel welding for hobbyists. Required: Closed-toe shoes (no flops), long pants (no shorts), long sleeve cotton shirt or jacket that can take small sparks, open mind, open ears, comfy shoes. Gloves are provided but it is preferred that you bring your own for fit- Goatskin or Deerskin gloves work well.Disclaimer:This is not a class to earn certifications. This class is purely a hands-on experience to provide access to a welder and the basics of how it works. Safe practices should always precede caution and participants attend at their own risk.
Duration: 2 Hours
(All materials included)

Filing Season Essentials for Small Business Owners
2026-03-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Online event
Filing taxes may seem like a challenge, but the IRS has tools and resource to help make filing season successful.
Join IRS Stakeholder Liaison and *insert organization here* for a tax filing season information session. During this session, we will discuss:
How to get help from the IRS
Filing requirements for tax returns and information returns
Tips for gathering and organizing tax records
Tips for choosing a tax professional
Refund and payment options
Online tools for business owners
How to stay connected with the IRS
There will also be a live Q & A.

Small Business Lawyer One-on-Ones
2026-03-20 10:00 - 15:00 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
Schedule a FREE 30 minute Question and Answer session with Attorney Roberts of Reviewed By Roberts, PLLC.
This time is intended to discuss GENERAL Legal questions and provide GENERAL information regarding legal options and potential routes for resolving or avoiding legal issues. You may also discuss general business related questions and questions as to “what to,” “how to,” and “where to.”
If you have any questions that require further discussion or legal situations that require closer review, there are options to book an extended consultation with Attorney Roberts as a client through The HIVE.

PART 1: Navigating Federal Contracting Landscape and Inactive Proposal
2026-03-24 09:00 - 11:00 | The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 301 S Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States
This is a 6-part introduction to federal contracting and inactive proposal lab workshop offered by Hillary Boyce of BAFO Services LLC.
This session lays the foundation for understanding how the federal government buys goods and services—and how small businesses can successfully compete. Participants will gain a strong grasp of the federal acquisition process, including the differences between Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs). Learn how to identify opportunities through direct awards and socio-economic set-asides (e.g., SDVOSB, WOSB, HUBZone), and understand your role as either a prime contractor or subcontractor.
Learning Objectives:
Understand key federal procurement vehicles and terminology
Identify when and how to pursue set-aside opportunities

Beginner Pottery Wheel Workshop
2026-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 | 757 Makerspace, 737 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, United States

Screen Printing and Print Making with Dula (NFK 16+)
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | 757 Makerspace – Norfolk, 737 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, United States
Learn the hands-on process of screenprinting at 757 Makerspace!
Welcome to our Introduction to Screen Printing and Print Making class!
Do you want to learn the process of transforming a blank canvas into a work of art? Then this class is perfect for you!
Our 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.
Not 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.
So 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!
Included:
-Tote Bag or T-Shirt (depending on what we are making that night)
Optional:
– You may bring two more articles to be printed on (ex. shirt or tote)

Metal Art: Intro to Plasma Cutting
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:30 | 757 Makerspace, 737 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, United States
Get hands-on with plasma cutting and create cool metal art in this fun, in-person intro class!
Metal Art: Plasma Cutting Workshop
Ever wanted to cut through steel like it’s butter and walk away with something you made with your own hands? Now you can. In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to use a handheld plasma cutter to slice through steel and create your own one-of-a-kind metal art piece. No experience required.
You’ll start with a safety briefing and guided practice cuts on scrap metal before moving to your actual piece. Choose from a selection of bold pre-made stencil designs, cut your shape, clean up the edges, and finish it off ready to hang or display. Sparks will fly. You’ll love it.
Class is capped at 3 students to ensure everyone gets maximum hands-on time with the equipment. Prior welding experience is not required, but students who’ve taken our Intro to MIG Welding class will feel right at home.
What’s included: All materials, safety gear, and instruction
Take home: Your finished metal art piece
Class size: 3 students max
Duration: 2 hours
