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SUMMARY:AI Collective-HR | AI ideation\, research\, and validation
DESCRIPTION:Using AI to Think Like a Successful Entrepreneur\nAn AI-powered ideation\, research\, and validation workshop\nBuilding ideas is easy. Proving they matter is hard.\nThis hands-on workshop is designed to help you use AI as a thinking partner to move faster from vague ideas to clearer\, validated directions. Instead of guessing or relying on gut instinct alone\, you will learn practical ways to use AI to challenge assumptions\, explore markets\, and pressure-test ideas before you invest too much time or energy.\nThis session focuses on how founders\, builders\, and teams can use AI to think more clearly\, ask better questions\, and make more informed decisions. No hype. No pitch decks. Just practical frameworks you can apply right away.\n🔍 What you’ll learn\nHow to use AI to generate and refine early-stage ideas\nTurning assumptions into research questions instead of guesses\nExploring customer and market perspectives with AI support\nSimple validation techniques you can use immediately\nHow to move from intuition-driven thinking to evidence-informed decisions\nThis is not about memorizing prompts or chasing tools. It is about learning how to think better with AI in the loop.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/ai-collective-hr-ai-ideation-research-and-validation/
LOCATION:ECPI University\, 5555 Greenwich Rd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Meetup
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SUMMARY:757CIO Event: M365 Migrations
DESCRIPTION:Topic: M365 Migration – Lessons from the Trenches\n​Join us for an evening of peer learning as we explore the complexities\, challenges\, and successes of Microsoft 365 migration projects. This session will move beyond theory to examine actual implementations\, providing actionable insights.\n​We are opening this event to technology leaders and their teams. We encourage you to bring your direct reports who engage in M365 initiatives\, infrastructure management\, or migration projects. This is an excellent opportunity for your teams to gain exposure to real-world experiences and learn alongside their peers.\n​Featured Speaker: Martin Gale\, Bluewave Technology Group\, Solution Architect\n​Martin brings 29 years of experience across the full spectrum of information technology roles\, from Systems Administrator to CIO and now Solution Architect. His extensive background spans servers\, storage\, networking\, and virtualization across both enterprise and service provider environments. Martin has worked in diverse industries including software development\, hardware manufacturing\, insurance\, and healthcare\, and holds certifications as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and VMware Certified Professional. A military combat veteran and former Drill Instructor\, Martin\, brings a disciplined\, results-oriented approach to technology challenges.\n​During this session\, Martin will share real case studies from M365 migration projects\, providing candid perspectives on what worked\, what did not\, and the lessons learned along the way.\n​Event Sponsor: This event is generously sponsored by Bluewave Technology Group\, a technology advisory firm.\n​\n757CIO is a peer-to-peer community providing education and meaningful professional connections among technology leaders in the Hampton Roads region.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/757cio-event-m365-migrations/
LOCATION:Kaufman & Canoles\, 150 W Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757CIO
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SUMMARY:Building Your Value Proposition Design (VPD) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Senior Business Counselor\, and Adjunct GMU Professor George Siragusa\, as he guides you through a step-by-step process of building your Value Proposition Design which is invaluable to startups\, early stage companies\, growth\, or even mature businesses!\nThe Value Proposition Design (VPD) is a framework that enables businesses to develop and solidify their foundational ideas for how they will create\, communicate\, deliver and then extract marketplace value for a differentiated product or service intended to solve a specific problem aligned with a specific customer need while delivering tangible benefits\, for an intended potential customer segment in a domain space or industry sector. It lives inside something called the Business Model Canvas\, another important foundational business framework.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/building-your-value-proposition-design-vpd-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,SBDC
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260219T150000
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\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-8/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:MIG Welding 101 NFK (16+)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of MIG Welding in this introductory class.\nThis 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.\nThis 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.\nDuration: 2 Hours\n(All materials included)
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/mig-welding-101-nfk-16/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace – Norfolk\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
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SUMMARY:Android App Development 101
DESCRIPTION:Come join us either in person or virtually to learn the basics of Android App development.\nZoom Link: TBA
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/android-app-development-101/
LOCATION:Vision Care Center of Virginia\, 2156 Cunningham Dr\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T193000
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SUMMARY:Soup & Chili Swap
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your week — with a soup & chili swap! This is a shared-table kind of event — if you’re planning to enjoy the soups and chilis\, we ask that you bring something to contribute\, whether it’s a crockpot of soup\, chili\, or a tasty addition to go alongside. We’ll provide the fixings! Come taste\, trade recipes\, and hang out over a bowl (or three). No competition — just good food and good company. 🥣 – https://community.assemblynfk.com/events/1415655068/soup-and-chili-swap/tickets
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/soup-chili-swap/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T133000
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SUMMARY:Tech Talk with Neptune SHIELD - AI technology
DESCRIPTION:Ben Brown\, Founder of AYO Advisors\, advanced prompt engineering techniques working with emerging technologies\, including AI\, will join us.\nBen Brown will provide an overview of advanced prompt engineering techniques working with the latest generative AI models to best leverage their capabilities. He and AYO Advisors introduce structured frameworks for developing prompts that yield reliable\, repeatable\, and effective results to government industries. The discussion will also include the ethical use and limitations of AI and how to mitigate these issues using structured prompt engineering.  \nBen Brown is a former US Marine intelligence officer and has extensive operational deployments in Ukraine and other various theatres. He is a fluent Ukrainian and Russian speaker and has seen 1st hand how a strong knowledge of AI in the modern technology world can transform a leaders ability to multiply their workload in half the time\, both on and off the battle field. We have taken his three day course on Prompt Engineering and it is absolutly worth it! Even if you are well versed in AI/ML tools\, Ben will show you how to maximize efficeincy and make a huge leap forward to join the rest of the AI users in the world. You won’t want to miss this Tech Talk. Bring you’re own laptop for more hands on learning.\nLunch will be catered from Wegman’s and is included in the price of admission.\nThank you for supporting Neptune SHIELD and promoting Veterans in Business!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/tech-talk-with-neptune-shield-ai-technology/
LOCATION:448 Viking Dr suite 300\, 448 Viking Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
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SUMMARY:The Nuts and Bolts of SBIRs/STTRs across Life Science Agencies WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:The Nuts and Bolts of SBIRs/STTRs across Life Science Agencies WEBINAR\nFeeling daunted by the range of SBIR/STTR opportunities offered to support your emerging company’s life science product development?  With 11 federal agencies supporting the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs\, newcomers to the process may miss opportunities that are right for them simply because they may not be aware of some of the in’s and out’s of SBIRs/STTRs across agencies.  This 90-minute webinar with Q & A will help first-time applicants understand the landscape of opportunities to support awards at NIH\, NSF\, USDA\, ARPA-H and to a lesser extent DoD.  This webinar is presented by Life Science Works.  Our presenter has written and received SBIRs for his own life science company and he helps others navigate the landscape to zero in on the right opportunity at the right moment.LOCATION: WEBINARDATE: February 18\, 2026TIME: 1PM-2:30PMCOST:  •	Virginia Based Small Tech Firms & University Researchers\, FREE•	Non-Virginia Based Companies and University\, $45 person
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-sbirs-sttrs-across-life-science-agencies-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,VIPC
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T150000
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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-4/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260218T090000
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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-4/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
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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-11/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T150000
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\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-7/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260216T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260216T183000
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SUMMARY:Soar Sessions: STEM Power; Thriving Beyond the Degree
DESCRIPTION:An intimate conversation for women to learn to navigate life after graduation — whether stepping into the workforce\, pursuing advanced degrees\, or pivoting into new passions. This session explores how to thrive beyond the classroom by redefining success on your own terms and leveraging STEM skills in diverse industries and roles\, and creating community that supports growth\, identity\, and balance. – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soar-session-stempower-thriving-beyond-the-degree-tickets-1978841503205?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/soar-sessions-stem-power-thriving-beyond-the-degree/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260216T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260217T003000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T223739Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260213T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222409Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Flower Pop-Up w/ Orbis x Jade Rabbit Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Valentine’s Day rush! Stop by the living room to pick up a bud vase or bouquet for yourself\, a friend\, or a loved one. Orbis and Jade Rabbit Flowers will have some pre-arranged options available for easy grab-and-go.  – https://www.jaderabbitflowers.com/shop/p/valentines-wrapped-bouquet
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/valentines-day-flower-pop-up-w-orbis-x-jade-rabbit-flowers-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222408Z
UID:10001888-1770922800-1770926400@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:From Intelligence to Authority: Securing AI in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Why AI makes security architecture more important\, not less.\nThis is a live\, digital-only event focused on how AI is reshaping cybersecurity\, identity\, and enterprise architecture. No in-person attendance. Join from anywhere.\nAs AI systems become embedded into security workflows\, identity systems\, and automation pipelines\, the real risk isn’t that AI might be wrong. The real risk is giving a probabilistic system authority in places that require certainty.\nThis session reframes AI security from “model safety” to architecture safety.\nWe’ll explore how trust\, identity\, governance\, and control planes must evolve as intelligence becomes non-deterministic.\nIf you work in cybersecurity\, cloud\, or engineering\, this is how you stay ahead of the threat landscape going into 2026. Join Andrew Stafford for a practical\, architect-level breakdown of what secure AI systems must look like at enterprise scale.\n 
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/from-intelligence-to-authority-securing-ai-in-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222408Z
UID:10001886-1770912000-1770930000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Flower Pop-Up w/ Orbis x Jade Rabbit Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Valentine’s Day rush! Stop by the living room to pick up locally arranged bud vases or a bouquet for yourself\, a friend\, or a loved one. They’ll have pre-arranged bouquets featuring premium locally grown flowers for easy grab-and-go.  – https://www.jaderabbitflowers.com/shop/p/valentines-wrapped-bouquet
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/valentines-day-flower-pop-up-w-orbis-x-jade-rabbit-flowers/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
GEO:36.895911;-76.208521
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222403Z
UID:10001884-1770897600-1770901200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Separating Personal & Business Finances Lunch 'n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a FREE lunch and participate in a workshop on effective strategies to separate personal and business finances\nIn this free workshop presented by Truist Vice President Mara Bostelman\, you’ll learn the whys and hows of separating your business and personal finances that can set you and your business up for success
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/separating-personal-business-finances-lunch-n-learn/
LOCATION:The IncuHub – Hampton\, 1 Eaton St\, Hampton\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222408Z
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UID:10001887-1770890400-1770897600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Simple Business Plan Bootcamp February 2026
DESCRIPTION:All businesses need a plan to succeed.\nYour plan drives critical decisions and actions that determine whether you succeed or fail. Identifying your core customers\, important activities and key resources can make sure you’re focusing your business on profitability and growth\nUnfortunately\, the business planning process can be confusing and complicated. The format of a traditional business plan can be long\, lengthy and intimidating to write. Knowing what information is critical to include and knowing where to get that information can result in a plan that isn’t helpful or ends up on the shelf ignored.\nIn this two-session class we will take a fresh look at how to create a plan that works for your small business. One that is less confusing\, gives you the ability to make important decisions\, and helps you figure out how to determine what information you really need before you execute the plan. SBDC Manager Eric Byrd will walk you through building your own simple business plan using The Business Model Canvas and other tools so you can easily chart a course for success.\nIn the first session (part one) you will identify the 5 Elements of Your Plan and define the structure of your business concept. This is the foundation of your plan and of your business once you open your doors at launch time. Also in the first session (part one)\, you will discover how to identify your core Customer Segments and Value Proposition to map out what you need to know to turn your idea into an actual operational business. Between the sessions you will do research and gather information about your key customers and value proposition to include in your basic plan. In the second session (part two) you will learn how to use your value proposition information to map out your business model and identify ways to confirm your concept using the data gathering and validation techniques. Also in the second session\, you will be exposed to the three core Business Finance concepts you will need to understand to turn your idea into a functioning business. Throughout the process you will be able to ask questions and identify the specific information you need to have to create the right plan for your specific business.\nSpeaker(s): Eric Byrd\, Manager\, Loudoun SBDC\nFee: $0 No Cost\nTwo Sessions:\n(Part 1) Thursday\, February 5th\, 2025  10:00am – 12:00pm\n(Part 2) Thursday\, February 12th\, 2025  10:00am – 12:00pm\nNOTE: Registration closes 24 hours before start of first class.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/simple-business-plan-bootcamp-february-2026-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,SBDC
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222407Z
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk)
DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume “black hole.” Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is worth\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition.\nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters.\nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochures. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military-hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find their next team leader.\nWho Should Attend:\nTransitioning Service Members: Who are tired of the waiting game.\nMilitary Spouses: Looking for employers who understand the PCS lifestyle.\nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role.\nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes if you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t.\nBe Social: No stress\, take your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help.\nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people.\nIf you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us:\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-6/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222403Z
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SUMMARY:Williamsburg Software Developers Group February Social Event
DESCRIPTION:Our next social event will be at Longboards Williamsburg Dining & Tiki Bar in Premium Outlets\, in the former location of Oceans & Ales.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/williamsburg-software-developers-group-february-social-event/
LOCATION:Longboards Williamsburg Dining & Tiki Bar\, 5601 Richmond Rd\, Williamsburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222335Z
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SUMMARY:Pottery Studio: Intro to the Wheel with Evan (NFK Single Session 15+)
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly pottery wheel class. Get messy\, try the wheel\, make your first pieces\, and have fun in a relaxed studio setting.\nEver 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.  \nYou 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.  \nEvan 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.  \nThis 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.  \nWhat is included:\nAll materials provided\nUse of wheels\, tools\, and studio space during class\nGuided instruction in small groups  \nImportant notes\nSingle session intro class\nAges 15 and up\nWork will not be fired or glazed in this session\nWear comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes you do not mind getting messy\nBring an apron if you like  \nCome play in the clay\, meet good people\, and try something new at 757 Makerspace Norfolk.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/pottery-studio-intro-to-the-wheel-with-evan-nfk-single-session-15-3/
LOCATION:757 Makerspace\, 737 E 23rd St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260209T222325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222325Z
UID:10001881-1770832800-1770840000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Start Peninsula 2026 Micro Pitch #1
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-1/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Pitch Event,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222325Z
UID:10001880-1770800400-1770822000@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-3/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222325Z
UID:10001879-1770800400-1770822000@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-3/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Rd\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222324Z
UID:10001878-1770796800-1770804000@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Women in Business Hampton Roads: Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join this month’s Women in Business coffee meet up at Sky’s the Limit Yoga! The event is free to attend and no registration is needed.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/women-in-business-hampton-roads-coffee-meetup/
LOCATION:Sky’s the Limit Yoga\, 115 E 25th St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222323Z
UID:10001875-1770717600-1770724800@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-10/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222324Z
UID:10001877-1770717600-1770721200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Using AI for Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Work Smarter\, Stay Authentic\nSocial media marketing can feel overwhelming\, from coming up with ideas to writing captions\, planning content\, and posting consistently. For many business owners\, it’s difficult to keep up while managing everything else.\nIn this live\, virtual workshop\, you’ll learn how practical\, easy-to-use AI tools can help simplify your social media process without sacrificing your brand voice. Through real-world examples and demonstrations\, we’ll show how AI can support content ideas\, caption writing\, and planning so your social media efforts feel more manageable and intentional.\nThis session is designed to be approachable\, practical\, and immediately useful.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nWhich AI tools are most useful for social media marketing\nHow to use AI to generate content ideas and draft captions\nWays to streamline social media planning and save time\nBest practices for using AI while keeping your brand authentic\nWhether you’re new to AI or already experimenting\, you’ll leave with clear ideas and next steps you can put into practice right away.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/using-ai-for-social-media/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,SBDC
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213332
CREATED:20260202T220806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222323Z
UID:10001876-1770717600-1770721200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Business Finance Basics
DESCRIPTION:This financial workshop is presented by Vice President and Financial Inclusion Leader Mara Bostelman of Truist Bank.\nThis interactive session will help show you how to build\, manage\, and protect your business for years to come.  \nIn 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.  \nWe’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.  \nAgenda:\nManage Cash Flow\nExpand Your Business\nProtect Your Business
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-finance-basics-8/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 301 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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