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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-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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T150000
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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:\nNorfolk Front Desk: 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-60/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Road #Suite 220\, Norfolk\, VA 23502\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, US
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Newport News)
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:\nNewport News Front Desk: 757-782-4531\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-newport-news-14/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 600 Thimble Shoals #Suite 210\, Newport News\, VA 23693\, Newport News\, VA\, 23693\, US
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SUMMARY:NEXT: A Discovery Day (The 757 Career Summit Evolved) (Summer Edition)
DESCRIPTION:The Red\, White & Blue Summit (757 Career Summit: Evolved). For the Military Spouse AND the Service Member.\n* REGISTRATION IS COMPLETED WITH THE LINK BELOW *\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/DISCOVERYSEP26\n* EVENTBRITE IS NOT THE REGISTRATION PAGE. USE THE LINK ABOVE *  \nDAY 2 of The Red\, White & Blue Summit (Summer Edition)\nNEXT: A Discovery Day\nFor the Military Spouse\, Service Member\, Veteran\, AND Young Adult Dependent\nDate: Thursday\, September 10th\, 2026\nTime: 0900 – 1500\nLocation: Fort Eustis Club\, Fort Eustis\nTHE “SPRAY AND PRAY” CAREER FAIR IS OVER.\nTransitioning is a multi-front battle. For the Veteran: It’s a struggle to translate elite command authority into corporate language. For the Spouse: You are tired of the “trailing spouse” narrative\, facing unfair resume gaps from continuous PCS moves while being completely overqualified for the entry-level roles you’re offered.\nThe Stakes: Without a strategy\, you risk leaving a standard job fair with a pocket full of business cards\, zero interviews\, and no plan for a thriving dual-income future.\nWE ARE YOUR STRATEGIC FILTER.\nNEXT: A Discovery Day is a tactical operation designed to validate both careers and elevate the entire military family. We have curated the region’s top employers across the premier DEAL Sectors (Defense\, Energy\, Aerospace\, Logistics) to connect you with high-value targets who actually understand SkillBridge\, career continuity\, and military spouse licensure portability.\n👶 Family Readiness Note: Your modern military family operates as a team. For all daytime events held on-base\, children are welcome to attend with you!\nTHE PLAN (YOUR AGENDA)\nWe have split the day into two high-impact phases to maximize your results and eliminate wasted time.\nPHASE 1: MORNING OPS (0900 – 1200) | Discovery & Filtering\nEnter the Opportunity Floor at the Fort Eustis Club. When you connect with an employer and find a skills match\, you don’t just hand over a resume and hope for a callback – you sign their scheduling clipboard right then and there to secure a dedicated\, face-to-face interview slot for the afternoon session!\nMaximize your time on-site by hitting our specialized zones and attractions:\nThe HII NNS Mobile Experience (MX) Trailer (On-Site All Day): Step outside into Newport News Shipbuilding’s massive\, high-tech 1\,000-square-foot interactive trailer. Check out virtual/augmented reality simulators\, test your skills on a welding simulator\, and explore incredible local career paths (and yes\, the kids can explore it with you!).\nThe Professional Headshot Studio (1000 – 1400): Drop in to get a completely free\, high-resolution professional photo taken by a pro to instantly elevate your LinkedIn profile and professional portfolio.\nThe Tactical Prep Pit & Innovation Zone (0900 – 1200 & 1300 – 1500): Head over for on-site AI resume optimization to instantly reframe deployment gaps and translate volunteer leadership. While you are there\, hit the Innovation Zone to explore entrepreneurship resources\, remote business models\, and portable careers perfect for military families.\nThe Skybox Session (0900 – 1200): A dedicated\, high-impact space running throughout the morning for tailored leadership networking\, executive mentorship\, and advanced career strategy.\n🥪 1200 – 1300 | THE CONVERGENCE LUNCH\nThe floor clears for a well-deserved halftime report. Grab a complimentary Grab-n-Go Boxed Lunch to refuel and review your afternoon schedule. (Note: This is first-come\, first-served for both job seekers and our vendor partners\, so don’t miss out!)\nPHASE 2: AFTERNOON OPS (1300 – 1500) | Execution & Second Wave\nThe browsing stops\, the room quiets down\, and the noise drops. This time is reserved exclusively for intentional\, scheduled conversations and high-value connections.\nThe Interview Circuit: Move into your back-to-back\, 15-minute scheduled interviews with the employers who locked you in on their clipboards during the morning session.\nThe Second Wave Open Door: Didn’t get to book a morning slot because of work\, class\, or childcare conflicts? Don’t sweat it. Our employers are locked in until 1500\, and our Tactical Prep Pit & Innovation Zone reopens from 1300 – 1500 to catch working spouses and late-shift service members dropping in for afternoon connections.\nCHOOSE YOUR COHORT: THE LANYARDS\nWe don’t separate you by “rank” or “dependent status.” We align you by your career stage so employers can fast-track your path. At check-in\, you’ll receive your specialized gear:\n🥇 GOLD LANYARD COHORT (Leadership & Advanced Professionals)\nWho: Senior Enlisted and Officers (E7 – O6) translating elite strategic leadership\, project management\, and operational skills to the civilian sector.\nSpouses: Experienced\, career-established military spouse professionals holding degrees and robust professional backgrounds looking for corporate\, director\, or specialized roles.\n🔷 BLUE LANYARD COHORT (The Talent Force)\nWho: Junior Military Leaders and Veterans (E1 – E6) offering strong technical skills\, hands-on trades\, security clearance\, administration\, and entry-to-mid level management potential.\nSpouses: Motivated military spouses priming the wheels for their professional journey\, seeking local growth\, portable remote models\, or entry-to-mid level career placements.\nDEPLOY TO YOUR SECTOR (The “DEAL + HC” Zones)\nThe floor plan is strategically organized by industry to drive you directly to the recruiters hiring for your exact goals:\nZONE D: DEFENSE (Shipbuilding\, Gov Contracting\, Cyber\, Systems Engineering)\nZONE E: ENERGY (Offshore Wind\, Utilities\, Maritime Support\, Renewables)\nZONE A: AEROSPACE (Aviation\, UAS/Drones\, Research\, Advanced Manufacturing)\nZONE L: LOGISTICS (Port Operations\, Supply Chain\, Warehousing\, Distribution)\nZONE H: HEALTHCARE & LIFE SCIENCES (Health Systems\, Medical Tech\, Clinical Admin)\nZONE C: COMMERCE & HOSPITALITY (Hotel Management\, Retail Ops\, Corporate HQ)\nSUCCESS (THE OUTCOME)\nEnd State: By 1500\, you won’t just leave with a brochure. You will walk out of the Fort Eustis Club with a secured interview follow-up\, a razor-sharp resume\, a fresh professional headshot\, and a clear\, unified path forward for the entire family.\nGet Situated. Get Ready. We’ll See You on the Floor.\nDon’t navigate the transition alone.\n* REGISTRATION IS COMPLETED WITH THE LINK BELOW *\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/DISCOVERYSEP26\n* EVENTBRITE IS NOT THE REGISTRATION PAGE. USE THE LINK ABOVE *\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/next-a-discovery-day-the-757-career-summit-evolved-summer-edition/
LOCATION:The Fort Eustis Club\, 2123 Pershing Avenue\, Newport News\, VA 23604\, Newport News\, VA\, 23604\, US
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SUMMARY:HRNG Networking Event at Axis Medical with Dr. Marion Constantinides
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Coffee\, Refreshments & Networking  at Axis Medical  in Virginia Beach near Town Center!\nHRNG Networking at Axis Medical Group with Dr. Marion Constantinides\nJoin us for Coffee\, Refreshments & Networking with Dr. Marion Constantinides\, at Axis Medical Center in Virginia Beach. Dr. C. is a Navy Veteran\, Author\, and 2025 S.H.E. Talks Speaker. What to Expect:\n 🔬Find out about the many ways Functional Medicine such as Stem Cells and Applied Kinesiology can help you.\n🔬We will tour the office\, meet the staff\, and also have a Door Prize Drawing!\n🔬This was such a popular event last year that we were asked to bring it back! This event had a full house last year\, so be sure to get your ticket early as space is limited.\n🔬This Event is only $10 per person and Free for HRNG Annual Paid Members.\n🔬 See you there for some Thursday Fun! And of course\, lots of Networking as well.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-networking-event-at-axis-medical-with-dr-marion-constantinides/
LOCATION:Axis Medical\, 4542 Bonney Road #suite b\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch 'n Learn with Plinth Advisors
DESCRIPTION:Join State Senator Angelia Williams Graves of Plinth Advisors for an engaging lunch ‘n learn on workplace leadership\, plus a free lunch!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/lunch-n-learn-with-plinth-advisors/
LOCATION:IncuHub – Portsmouth: Mailboxes\, Desks\, Offices\, 100 7th Street #Suite 104\, Portsmouth\, VA 23704\, Portsmouth\, VA\, 23704\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T203000
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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/Halifax:20260910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T203000
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UID:10002484-1789065000-1789072200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:AI & Lead Generation
DESCRIPTION:AI & Lead Generation\nTurn AI into your hardest-working sales rep\, without losing the personal touch.\nMost people think AI and personalization are a tradeoff. This session shows you how to use both together to fill your pipeline faster and follow up smarter.\n🔍 What you’ll learn\nPractical AI tools and workflows to attract\, qualify\, and convert more leads\nHow to build AI-assisted outreach and follow-up systems that save time while staying personalized\nActionable prompts and templates you can put to work immediately to grow your pipeline\n🎙️ Your speaker\nAndrew Stafford\nCo-Founder & Director @ The AI Collective Hampton Roads\nCo-Founder & CTO @ Chuhching\n👀 Who should attend?\nBusiness owners\, sales professionals\, and anyone responsible for generating or converting leads who wants to work smarter with AI\, no technical background required.\n⚡ Why this matters\nLeads that don’t get a fast\, relevant follow-up are leads you lose. AI can close that gap at scale\, and the businesses that figure this out first will outpace the ones still doing it all by hand.\nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs\nIs there free parking in the area?\nYes! You’ll want to park in the Red Garage\n​​​Is this free?\nYes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads + The HIVE + City of Virginia Beach\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 1M+ 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/ai-lead-generation/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195142Z
CREATED:20260908T195142Z
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UID:10002485-1789120800-1789126200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:September Procurement Cafe: Doing Business with the City of Virginia Beach
DESCRIPTION:Get the inside scoop on navigating the procurement process with the City of Virginia Beach at the upcoming Procurement Cafe.\nGrab a cup of coffee and join us for the Virginia Beach Procurement Café—an interactive\, small-business-friendly workshop designed to help you learn how to do business with the City of Virginia Beach. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your current government contracting work\, this event will provide practical tools and direct access to the City’s Procurement team.\nEach month features a different government procurement topic with this month’s session exploring the RFP Advantage by walking through a Request for Proposal (RFP) and demonstrating how to develop a matching proposal\, followed by a Q&A session with procurement professionals.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/september-procurement-cafe-doing-business-with-the-city-of-virginia-beach/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195142Z
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SUMMARY:HRNG & Wave Wellness Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Relaxing Morning of Networking & Wellness as we gather at Wave Wellness in Hilltop in Virginia Beach.\nJoin us for a Relaxing Morning of Networking & Wellness as we gather at Wave🌊Wellness in Hilltop in Virginia Beach. We will meet Laura\, the owner and hear about this incredible spot to bring your body back to it’s optimal state. Their private rooms include red light therapy\, contrast therapy\, saunas and more. You will be in awe as you step into this oasis of therapy that looks more like a resort than a spa. Laura has thought of everything. We will have Refreshments and a Door Prize. Don’t miss it! Get Your Tickets as space is Limited!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hrng-wave-wellness-networking-event/
LOCATION:Wave Wellness VA\, 1577 Laskin Road #105\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23451\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451\, US
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195150Z
CREATED:20260908T195150Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195202Z
CREATED:20260908T195202Z
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SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Newport News)
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:\nNewport News Front Desk: 757-782-4531\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-newport-news-15/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 600 Thimble Shoals #Suite 210\, Newport News\, VA 23693\, Newport News\, VA\, 23693\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T150000
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CREATED:20260908T195202Z
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UID:10002491-1789462800-1789484400@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:\nNorfolk Front Desk: 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-61/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Road #Suite 220\, Norfolk\, VA 23502\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260908T195202Z
CREATED:20260908T195202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T195202Z
UID:10002492-1789466400-1789473600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-37/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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