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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-39/
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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UID:10002564-1791309600-1791316800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Business Beyond Clock-Out
DESCRIPTION:An evening of networking\, relationship building\, and business discussions for small businesses in the area.\nBusiness does not stop when the workday ends.\nJoin us for Business Beyond the Clock Out in Virginia Beach\, an evening of networking\, resources\, and meaningful connections for business owners\, entrepreneurs\, professionals\, and community partners.\nCome learn how the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce is supporting Black-owned businesses across Virginia through programs\, partnerships\, advocacy\, and opportunities designed to help you start\, grow\, and scale.\nAbout the VABCC\nThe Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce strengthens Black-owned businesses across Virginia through access to capital\, business education\, networking\, advocacy\, and strategic partnerships.\nWe are building a statewide business ecosystem that connects entrepreneurs to the relationships\, resources\, and opportunities they need to grow\, scale\, and succeed.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-beyond-clock-out/
LOCATION:The HIVE\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T150000
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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-31/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 600 Thimble Shoals Boulevard #210\, Newport News\, VA 23606\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000
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UID:10002566-1791363600-1791385200@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-31/
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:20261007T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T133000
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UID:10002567-1791372600-1791379800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Moontide Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Check out Moon Tide’s menu featuring local seasonal ingredients and their ever-evolving culinary curiosities. Enjoy good mood food including local seafood and vegan/vegetarian options.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/moontide-food-truck-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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SUMMARY:Networking Happy Hour with Jake Maines
DESCRIPTION:Voted Best Networking Event In The 757\nCome eat\, drink\, & mingle!\nNetworking Happy Hour is a low-key\, no agenda\, meet new people/catch up with old friends-type of event.\nSwing by anytime between 5 & 8 p.m. for a few minutes or the whole time!\nMore info about the events can be found at http://networkinghh.com/.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/networking-happy-hour-with-jake-maines-14/
LOCATION:El Mexsal Bar & Grill\, 401 North Great Neck Road #105\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23454\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23454\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T153000
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SUMMARY:EXECUTIVE MILITARY TRANSITION SEMINAR (SOUTHSIDE)
DESCRIPTION:Senior Level Military Professionals need more than just basic transition courses. They need real-world HR & talent acquisition expertise.\nPlease register at the following link: https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/EMTSOCTOBER2026  \nConquer Your Toughest Deployment Yet: The Military-to-Civilian Transition\nThe transition to the civilian job market is unlike any mission you’ve faced before. It demands self-awareness\, strategic planning\, and a refined approach that sets you apart from both military and civilian competitors. While your military leadership experience is invaluable\, it’s not enough to automatically land you that executive position. You need a practical\, metrics-driven strategy to navigate this critical phase of your career.\nMost transition courses fall short. They focus heavily on resume writing and interviewing skills\, often taught by instructors with limited real-world experience in HR or talent acquisition. This leaves you unprepared for the complexities of the civilian job market\, especially at the executive level.\nThe Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center’s Military Executive Transition Seminar is different. This exclusive\, one-day workshop\, limited to just 12 attendees per session\, provides military leaders with the practical\, relevant content they need to achieve civilian career success.\nHere’s how the seminar empowers you:\nCraft a Unique Value Proposition: Learn how to leverage AI and social media strategies to develop a compelling and differentiated personal brand.\nCommunicate Your Value Beyond the Resume: Discover effective techniques to showcase your skills and experience in a way that resonates with civilian employers.\nMaximize Your Online Presence: Master the art of social media networking for senior-level positions\, ensuring you reach the right decision-makers.\nGain Valuable Insights: Learn from a moderated panel of successfully transitioned peers who have navigated the transition into various industries\, including private\, public\, non-profit\, academic\, and entrepreneurial sectors.\nThis FREE seminar provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to:\nSmoothly transition into a fulfilling civilian career\nStand out from the competition and land that executive position\nBuild a robust professional network for ongoing support and success\nDon’t wait. Register for the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center’s Military Executive Transition Seminar today and take control of your future!  \nPlease register at the following link: https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/EMTSOCTOBER2026
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/executive-military-transition-seminar-southside-3/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
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UID:10002574-1791450000-1791460800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:The New Dept. of Energy SBIR Program: Choosing an Awardable Topic & Proposal Development Tips
DESCRIPTION:Webinar on DOE SBIR/STTR updates and competitive proposal strategies (Genesis Mission topic selection\, program changes\, planning\, tips\, DOE Labs as partners). Instructor: Randy Simpson\, TechOpp. Funded in part via SBA cooperative agreement.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/the-new-dept-of-energy-sbir-program-choosing-an-awardable-topic-proposal-development-tips/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Brooke / VIPC":MAILTO:robert.brooke@virginiaipc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210249Z
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UID:10002572-1791450000-1791471600@newportnewsva.com
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-22/
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:20261008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T150000
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UID:10002573-1791450000-1791471600@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-68/
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:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
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UID:10002569-1791453600-1791460800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Simple Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining a business involves relevant bookkeeping.\nThis workshop is designed for business owners desiring a better understanding of their financial management pertaining to their business.\n Bri Smith\, CPA will walk through practical financial concepts that help business owners improve cash flow\, reduce financial stress\, prepare for taxes\, and build a stronger financial foundation.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/simple-bookkeeping/
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:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
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UID:10002570-1791464400-1791475200@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Business Resource Fair & Open House
DESCRIPTION:Connect with local business resources\, government reps and support organizations to help your business grow. Refreshments provided!\nCome join us for a fun and interactive event where you’ll learn about all the great resources available to help your business grow. You’ll also get the chance to connect with local government reps and business support groups.\nPlus\, we’ll have refreshments—so don’t miss it!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-resource-fair-open-house/
LOCATION:Hampton History Museum\, 120 Old Hampton Lane\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
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UID:10002575-1791475200-1791482400@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Business Networking Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us and other business professionals and entrepreneurs for a fun evening of food\, drinks\, and networking in a relaxed setting at IncuHub\nJoin us and other business professionals and entrepreneurs for a fun evening of food\, drinks\, and networking in a relaxed setting at IncuHub in Hampton!
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/business-networking-reception/
LOCATION:IncuHub – Hampton: Mailboxes\, Desks\, Offices\, Business Suites\, 101 Eaton Street\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T171000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210252Z
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UID:10002577-1791479400-1791487800@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:Bikes and Brews
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ultimate fall ride! We’ll kick things off with a casual group bike ride led by Kelly\, our Community and Operations Manager. We’ll make two pit stops for drinks and bites before cruising back downtown. All levels welcome — come for the ride or just the good company! Tenants & members\, RSVP for yourself and your guests in the community portal.  – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415771237/bikes-and-brews
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/bikes-and-brews-2/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210252Z
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UID:10002576-1791484200-1791489600@newportnewsva.com
SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Connections & (grocery) carts
DESCRIPTION:Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries.\n🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe\nChats\, connections\, & grocery carts is a relaxed\, social-first networking event for curious\, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time.\nThis is not a lecture.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nAnd you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything.\nIt is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people\, have real conversations\, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries.\nWhether you are deeply into AI and automation\, adjacent to tech and creativity\, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans\, you belong here.\n✨ What to expect\n– Casual\, open networking with a mix of builders\, creatives\, technologists\, founders\, students\, and professionals\n– Easy\, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace\n– Light\, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them\n– No presentations\, no panels\, no pressure to “network correctly”\n– A friendly\, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels\n– Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. – – Meet a few new people along the way.\n👥 Who should attend\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts is for:\nPeople who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes\nBuilders\, creatives\, technologists\, and curious minds\nAI\, automation\, no-code\, and tech-adjacent folks\nStudents and career switchers exploring what is next\nFounders\, consultants\, operators\, and professionals\nAnyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing\nIf you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places\, you will fit right in.\n🏪 Why a grocery store\nYou were probably going to the store anyway.\nHosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human\, practical\, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple\, efficient\, and a little fun.\nTwo errands. One cart.\n💡 Why this event exists\nCommunity grows best in relaxed\, everyday spaces.\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy\, human-centered way for people to connect without titles\, talks\, or expectations. It is about building relationships\, sharing ideas naturally\, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time.\nCome say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way.\nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs\nThis is a free community event\nDrinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue\nPhotos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes\nCome solo or bring a friend\n​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. They’ve got lots of spots available in their parking lot.\n​​​Is this free? Yes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n🤝 Organizers & partners\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads\n​Platinum partners\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 1.3 million+ 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/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-connections-grocery-carts-6/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T113000
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SUMMARY:October 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 reviewing the different types of bonds and insurance requirements commonly found in government solicitations\, followed by a Q&A session with procurement professionals.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/october-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:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000
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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-69/
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:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000
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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-23/
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:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
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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-40/
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:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210252Z
CREATED:20260930T210252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T210252Z
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Panel discussion and lunch\, sponsored by Fulton Bank\, for people considering a startup\, startups in action\, or newly formed / ownership of businesses with annual revenues up to $5MM. Lunch provided. RSVP by October 2\, 2026 via https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/rEaQNggEcQ\nPanelists: Joel Barnett\, Director – Commercial Affinity Banking; Sabrina Davis\, SBA Relationship Manager; Floyd E. Miller II\, M. Ed.\, President & CEO at Metropolitan Business League; Leah Fremouw\, President & CEO at Bridging Virginia.\nModerator: Blair Durham\, Co-Founder & CEO at Black Brand.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/entrepreneur-exchange/
LOCATION:Black BRAND\, 520 East Main Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Fulton Bank":MAILTO:ltighe@fultonbank.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260930T210252Z
CREATED:20260930T210252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T210252Z
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SUMMARY:Reset & Recharge: Chair Massages x Smoothies
DESCRIPTION:Discover the ultimate midday reset. Exclusively for our community\, step away from the screen and enjoy complimentary chair massages by Costa Massage and Bodywork. Pair your relaxation with fresh smoothies and bowls available for purchase from Gratefuel Smoothies. It’s the perfect blend of self-care and workday fuel. Lock in your spot by RSVPing via the Google Form to select your massage time slot before they vanish! – https://forms.gle/GWN3WPkCRRZrtbUv6
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/reset-recharge-chair-massages-x-smoothies/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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