BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Newport News Economic Development Authority (EDA) - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newportnewsva.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Newport News Economic Development Authority (EDA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210519Z UID:10002217-1781604000-1781611200@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-27/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/186931_image-ajYxkg.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210519Z UID:10002218-1781607600-1781611200@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Creative Capital: Innovative Funding Strategies for Modern Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:Join Craig Palmore of Trust Financial Solutions for a one-hour workshop on non-traditional bank funding.\nBusiness 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. URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/creative-capital-innovative-funding-strategies-for-modern-entrepreneurs-9/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/189768_image-qR61gF.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T003000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210626Z UID:10002223-1781607600-1781656200@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Creative Capital: Innovative Funding Strategies for Modern Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:Join Craig Palmore of Trust Financial Solutions for a one-hour workshop on non-traditional bank funding.\nBusiness 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. URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/creative-capital-innovative-funding-strategies-for-modern-entrepreneurs-10/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/189768_image-qR61gF.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210605Z UID:10002221-1781632800-1781638200@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Business Launchpad at The Hive DESCRIPTION:A three-part business workshop series for early-stage businesses.\nOur content focuses on honing in on the business vision\, growth through differentiation\, business fundamentals\, and funding preparation. This series sets a strong foundation and prepares business owners for more advanced accelerator programs. URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-launchpad-at-the-hive/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/194814_image-4fsAX8.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210558Z UID:10002219-1781632800-1781640000@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:HRNG 1st Annual Brews & Braids Father's Day Event at Sojourn Fermentory DESCRIPTION:Dads & Dudes -LEARN TO BRAID HAIR While Enjoying a Cold Beverage! + Networking + 1 beverage ticket\, dad swag and + A door prize ticket!\n🍺 HRNG Brews & Braids for Dads & Dudes 🍺Father’s Day Event at Sojourn Fermentory in Suffolk\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, June 16th🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM📍 Location: The Party Lounge at Sojourn\nWhat to Expect:Join us for a one-of-a-kind Father’s Day event created just for Dads & Dudes “Brewskis & Braidskis!”Connect with fellow Dads and local business owners while learning a fun (and surprisingly useful) skill: how to braid hair for your daughters\, wives\, girlfriends… or even yourself. Relax & unwind after work and come hang with us.\nNo\, you don’t have to be a Dad to get a ticket.All Men are welcome. And yes\, we will be using mannequins. So leave the kids at home! Or at least in the other room with an adult. (This is a kid-friendly brewery)\n🎟️ Ticket Price: HRNG Members $30 Non-Members $35Includes:🍻 1 Drink Ticket🤝 Networking with other Dads & Business Owners💇 Hands-on Braiding Lesson🎁 Take-Home Dad Swag Bag 🎟️1 Raffle Ticket for Door Prizes (plus opportunities to earn more!)\n✨ Seats are extremely limited -come enjoy a fun\, laid-back evening and level up your Dad game (even though you’re already crushing it).\nLocal Businesses: Sponsorship Opportunity: $50Includes:✔️ Your logo featured on event promotions✔️ Exclusive networking with attendees during the first 30 minutes✔️ Opportunity to include branded swag in our Dad Bags✔️ Option to provide a door prize for a special event shoutout\nReserve your seat early – this one will fill fast! URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-1st-annual-brews-braids-fathers-day-event-at-sojourn-fermentory/ LOCATION:Sojourn Fermentory\, 5100 W View Ct\, Suffolk\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/194439_image-z5j8SS.jpg GEO:36.884178;-76.452226 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sojourn Fermentory 5100 W View Ct Suffolk VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5100 W View Ct:geo:-76.452226,36.884178 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210619Z UID:10002222-1781632800-1781640000@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Leveraging Market Research for Government Market Opportunities DESCRIPTION:Learn how market research can help you identify government contracting opportunities and strengthen your business strategy.\nUnlock the power of data and position your business to compete in the government marketplace.\nThe City of Hampton’s Department of Economic Development presents “Leveraging Market Research for Government Market Opportunities\,” a workshop focused on understanding the landscape\, identifying opportunities\, and strengthening your approach to public sector contracting. Insight drives strategy—and the right knowledge can open doors to new possibilities. URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/leveraging-market-research-for-government-market-opportunities/ LOCATION:Ruppert Sargent Building\, 101 Franklin St\, Hampton\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/194311_image-1-87WJ5Q.png GEO:37.026893;-76.347738 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ruppert Sargent Building 101 Franklin St Hampton VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=101 Franklin St:geo:-76.347738,37.026893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260616T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260616T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210603Z UID:10002220-1781636400-1781643600@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Claude as Your One-Person Business: The Capstone | AICHR DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join.\nThis event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot.\nClaude as Your One-Person Business: The Capstone —\nYou’ve learned the tools. Now it’s time to wire them together. This capstone event takes everything from our 9-session series — Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, Agent SDK\, Social Media Pipelines\, and Browser Automation — and combines them into a complete “run your business with Claude” framework.\nThis isn’t a recap. It’s the blueprint for replacing an entire team’s worth of daily operations with a single Claude subscription. Morning briefing\, email triage\, meeting prep\, content creation\, project management\, end-of-day review — all orchestrated\, all automated\, all in your voice.\nThis is a live demo workshop. We’ll build a complete day-in-the-life business operating system from scratch — starting with your first morning briefing and ending with an automated end-of-day summary that writes itself.\nWhat we’ll cover:\n🧰 The Solo Founder Stack How Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, and Agent SDK combine into a single business operating system — and why this stack replaces the need for 3-5 employees or contractors.\n📱 Demos We’ll Build Live:\nMorning Briefing System — wake up to a Claude-generated summary of your calendar\, emails\, tasks\, and metrics for the day\nEmail Triage & Response Engine — automatically sort\, prioritize\, and draft responses to your inbox using your voice and business rules\nMeeting Prep Automation — Claude pulls attendee info\, past conversations\, and relevant docs before every meeting\nContent Creation Pipeline — repurpose one idea into blog posts\, social media\, newsletters\, and video scripts across every platform\nProject Management Dashboard — track tasks\, deadlines\, and deliverables across all your projects from a single conversation\nEnd-of-Day Review Routine — automated summary of what got done\, what didn’t\, and what’s queued for tomorrow\n📊 The Numbers A Microsoft 2026 study found that only 16% of AI users actually orchestrate agents — meaning 84% are leaving the biggest productivity gains on the table. A WRITER survey found that 60% of executives plan to lay off workers who don’t adopt AI. This event puts you in the 16% who are building the future\, not being replaced by it.\n💰 The Cost Analysis We’ll break down exactly what this operating system would cost in human hours vs. a Claude subscription. Spoiler: the math isn’t close.\nWho this is for: Founders\, solo operators\, freelancers\, and small business owners who want to run a lean operation without sacrificing output. If you’ve attended any of our previous sessions (or want the condensed version of all 9)\, this is the event. Prior experience with Claude is helpful but not required — we’ll reference previous workshops but explain everything as we go.\nWho this is NOT for: People looking for theory. This is a hands-on capstone workshop. Every demo involves setting up real automations for real business workflows. If you’re looking for a high-level overview of AI in business\, this isn’t it.\nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ A working “day in the life” business automation system ✅ A free setup guide with every demo walkthrough\, step by step ✅ A homework doc with bonus workflows\, advanced automations\, and exercises ✅ The complete framework for running a one-person business with Claude ✅ Understanding of how Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, and Agent SDK work together\nPrerequisites: — A Claude Pro\, Max\, or Team subscription (Cowork or Claude Code) — Access to the tools and services you use daily (email\, calendar\, project management) — Willingness to set up real automations during the session\n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation.\n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call\n🤝 Organizers & partners\nOrganizers The AI Collective Hampton Roads\nPlatinum partners TechArk Regent University ECPI University Hampton Roads Chamber Foundation Retail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nBronze partners Assembly 757 Collab\n🌍 Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 240\,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/claude-as-your-one-person-business-the-capstone-aichr/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/194447_image_600_532100998-defWSs.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210626Z UID:10002224-1781686800-1781708400@newportnewsva.com 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-18/ LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/188036_image-scaled-xhrqhb.png GEO:36.852838;-76.20158 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC) 861 Glenrock Rd Norfolk VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=861 Glenrock Rd:geo:-76.20158,36.852838 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210626Z UID:10002225-1781686800-1781708400@newportnewsva.com 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-18/ LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/188086_image-scaled-QxBwY1.png GEO:36.852838;-76.20158 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC) 861 Glenrock Rd Norfolk VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=861 Glenrock Rd:geo:-76.20158,36.852838 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T183000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210626Z UID:10002226-1781715600-1781721000@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:Book Writing & Publishing Accelerator Program DESCRIPTION:Book Accelerator Program for aspiring authors\, creative entrepreneurs\, small business owners and non-profit leaders.\nJoin us in June for a weekly in person book writing and publishing sessions. Get step by step expert guidance in a structured learning setting to bring your book idea to light.\nProgram Goals & Outcomes\nBy the end of the program\, participants will\nIdentify a clear\, audience-aligned book concept\nEstablish a sustainable writing habit\nUnderstand the full book creation and publishing process\nDevelop a basic book marketing strategy\nComplete a clear action plan to continue writing and publishing\nProgram Structure : In Person at the HIVE. Wednesdays June 17 & 24 and July 1 & 8 from 5pm-6:30pm.\nSession 1: Book Idea Generation & Audience Clarity\nSession 2: Writing Habits & Productivity\nSession 3: Book Creation & Publishing Pathway\nSession 4: Book Marketing & Promotion\nAll classes are designed to be taken sequentially.\nThis Book Accelerator is led by Pearl Alimo\, award-winning author\, Publisher and Founding CEO of Greight Company Limited LLC. URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/book-writing-publishing-accelerator-program/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/192953_image-Pdcfir.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T203000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210703Z UID:10002227-1781721000-1781728200@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/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/191019_image-1-Fi8hjd.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210748Z UID:10002228-1781773200-1781794800@newportnewsva.com 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:\nPhone: 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-39/ LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/187956_image-scaled-OTBxtY.png GEO:36.852838;-76.20158 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC) 861 Glenrock Rd Norfolk VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=861 Glenrock Rd:geo:-76.20158,36.852838 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210749Z UID:10002229-1781807400-1781816400@newportnewsva.com SUMMARY:AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge | Presentations & Judging DESCRIPTION:About the challenge\nWelcome to the AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge with the AI Collective Hampton Roads Chapter to be held at the Regent University Library in Virginia Beach.\nThis is a local build challenge with an in-person kickoff\, followed by a two-week build phase\, then an in-person presentation & judging event.\nYou’ll have two weeks to build an AI application based on the problem statement shared at the kickoff event. This AI Build Challenge is open to adult participants of all skill levels\, from experienced developers to beginner using no or low code tools. You’re encouraged to use AI tools to further your development. After the build phase\, you’ll deliver an in-person presentation to judges and other attendees. The winning projects will receive prizes (TBA).\nKickoff on Thursday\, June 4th from 6:30–8:00pm.\nWe encourage you to join us in person in the Regent Library Auditorum\, but the kickoff will be also be recorded if you’re unable to attend.\nBuild Phase from June 5th through 18th. You can work individually or in teams.\nPresentations & Judging on Thursday\, June 18th from 6:30–9:00pm. Return to the Regent Library Auditorium to share your work! Presentations must be delivered in person to be considered for judging and prizes.\nGET STARTED\nThe first thing you should do is register through Devpost before the June 4th Kickoff.\nYou can work individually or in teams\, but registration is important because space is limited. Then plan to come out to the Kickoff event to discover the problem statement and receive inspiration and development guidance from our AI Collective experts.\nIf you’re unable to attend the in-person Kickoff\, that’s okay because we’ll share a recording after the event with those who pre-register.\nThis is a beginner-friendly event. If you’re never participated in a build challenge or hackathon\, this is your opportunity! The Kickoff will include some initial guidance regarding topics and tools\, and we’ll make additional online resources available during the two week build phase.\nRequirements\nWHAT TO BUILD\nYou’ll build a project that uses AI to enhance learning and development (with more details unveiled at the Kickoff event). Projects will be evaluated on potential impact\, not technical complexity.\nWHAT TO SUBMIT\nPrior to the in-person Presentations & Judging event\, please submit the following in Devpost:\nProject Overview (e.g.\, PDF one-sheet\, slidedeck\, etc.)\nCode Repository (e.g.\, Github) and/or Project Link (e.g. website)\nAt the Presentations & Judging event\, please prepare for the following:\n3-5 minute presentation and/or demo\n2-3 minute Q&A with judges\nIn-person delivery (at least one team member in attendance)\nJudging Criteria\nImpact and Relevance\nDoes the solution address a real learning or development need? How meaningful is the potential impact on learners\, educators\, or organizations?\nInnovation & Creativity\nHow original is the approach? Does the team use AI in a novel or surprising way to solve the problem?\nFunctionality & Demo\nDoes the solution work as demonstrated? Is the core concept functional\, even if not fully polished?\nUser Experience\nIs the solution intuitive and accessible? Would the target user actually want to use it?\nPresentation Quality\nIs the team’s pitch clear\, compelling\, and well-structured? Do they effectively communicate the problem\, solution\, and value?\nLearn more: https://ai-challenge-regent-aichr.devpost.com/ URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/ai-for-learning-development-build-challenge-presentations-judging/ LOCATION:Regent University Library\, 1000 Regent University Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/193503_image_highres_534116496-sr0qPJ.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com GEO:36.798722;-76.198388 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Regent University Library 1000 Regent University Dr Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1000 Regent University Dr:geo:-76.198388,36.798722 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210749Z UID:10002230-1781863200-1781874000@newportnewsva.com 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! 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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-22/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/193740_image-E2GJnv.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210749Z UID:10002232-1781866800-1781874000@newportnewsva.com 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-23/ LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newportnewsva.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/193740_image-E2GJnv.png GEO:36.829794;-76.136618 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach 301 S Independence Blvd Virginia Beach VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=301 S Independence Blvd:geo:-76.136618,36.829794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T064245 CREATED:20260610T210749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T210749Z UID:10002233-1781868600-1781874000@newportnewsva.com 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! 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