An evening recognizing innovation shaping Hampton Roads, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, technologists, and government officials. Awards across nine categories (Dan Bell Innovative Tech Builder, Dubby Wynne Regional Innovation Champion, Entrepreneur of the Year, 757CIO Technical Executive, Emerging Company, Technical Achievement in Government, Innovation in Education, Advancement in Defense Contracting, Startup to Watch). Live performance by Canaan Smith. Business casual.
Schedule: 4–5 PM VIP reception (sponsors and nominees), 5–6:30 PM cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and networking, 6:30–8 PM awards program.