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SUMMARY:From The Nuclear Triad to The Commercial Launch Pad
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a candid conversation with Major General (Ret) Roosevelt “Ted” Mercer Jr.\, former Director of Plans and Policy for USSTRATCOM.\nPlease register at the following link:\nhttps://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/TEDMERCERSEP182026\nIt is the ultimate pivot: shifting from the rigidity of U.S. Strategic Command to the agility of the commercial space race.\n​Join us for a candid conversation with Major General (Ret) Roosevelt “Ted” Mercer\, Jr. As the former Director of Plans and Policy for USSTRATCOM\, Ted was responsible for the nation’s strategic war plan. Today\, as CEO of the Virginia Spaceport Authority\, he sells launch services in a competitive global market.\nPlease register at the following link:https://engage.theworkforcecouncil.org/register/TEDMERCERSEP182026
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/from-the-nuclear-triad-to-the-commercial-launch-pad/
LOCATION:Town Point Club\, 101 West Main Street #Suite 300\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
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SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners
DESCRIPTION:Fireside chat with Royce Shey of Zeal Capital Partners on how the firm underwrites “Inclusive Investing\,” what gets a company to yes outside traditional VC hubs\, and what Mid-Atlantic founders in fintech\, health\, or future-of-work should know before they pitch. Zeal has deployed $186M+ across those sectors. Attendees can also speak with VIPC programs in breakout rooms 10:00–10:30 AM.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/virtual-coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:VIPC,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Beats-N-Pedals Festival: Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Discover the intersection of music\, innovation\, and economic empowerment at Pedals to Prosperity. Kicking off the Beats-N-Pedals Festival\, this high-energy evening features networking\, an AI business talk\, and a $500 Power Pitch Competition for energy-saving solutions. Connect with local visionaries\, hear from the Rhythm for Change panel\, and spark fresh ideas. Buy tickets via the event link to secure your spot! Assembly tenants & members\, see the community portal for a special discount.  – https://www.beatsandpedalsfestival.com/
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/beats-n-pedals-festival-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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SUMMARY:Code + Coffee | Taxus Street
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed morning meetup where developers\, designers\, founders\, and tech enthusiasts gather over great coffee to talk shop\, share ideas\, and connect with others in the local tech community.\nCode + Coffee has no formal agenda—just bring your laptop\, a project you’re working on\, a question you’ve been thinking about\, or simply come to meet other people building interesting things. Whether you’re coding\, designing\, experimenting with AI\, launching a startup\, or just curious about technology\, you’ll find friendly conversations and plenty of inspiration.\nExpect:\nGood coffee\nInteresting technical conversations\nPeople sharing projects and ideas\nOccasional spontaneous whiteboard sessions\nDrop in anytime during the meetup window.\nStay for 10 minutes or the whole time.\nCheck out https://757tech.org/ if you’re looking for more events in the area!\nIf you’ve been looking for a low-key way to meet other developers in the area\, this is it.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/code-coffee-taxus-street/
LOCATION:Taxus Street Coffee\, 845 S Battlefield Blvd\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23322\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-polyglot-developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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SUMMARY:Launch Your Future Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore careers\, build real skills\, and connect with the people and opportunities that shape what comes next — in one afternoon. Interactive career fair (not a typical job fair) with employers\, AI resume station\, mock interviews\, career exploration\, entrepreneurship resources\, skilled trades\, college/higher-ed resources\, community organizations\, raffle prizes\, and a free career resource guide. Aimed at high school/college students\, young adults\, job seekers\, career changers\, parents\, military families\, and anyone exploring what’s next. Presented by Launch Horizons\, LLC in partnership with The Opportunity Center of Newport News. Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/launch-your-future-fair/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 550 30th St\, Newport News\, VA\, 23607\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hampton Grant Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to hear the updates the City of Hampton have made to the grants program to simplify the process to apply.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/hampton-grant-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:National SBIR Conference / SBIR/STTR Fall Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:Three-day national SBIR/STTR conference at National Harbor\, MD. Programming for new applicants and awardees on stronger proposals and follow-on funding. Federal agencies present and staff the SBIR Pavilion. Discount codes from organizer: FREE Expo Pass 26SBIREXPO; Full Conference 20% off 26SBIR20 (~$400). Register: https://events.techconnect.org/SBIRFall/register.html\nIf exact session times are required and unknown: all-day or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; session times are on the conference site.
URL:https://newportnewsva.com/event/national-sbir-conference-sbir-sttr-fall-innovation-conference/
LOCATION:Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center\, National Harbor\, MD\, United States
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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-63/
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-17/
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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