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SUMMARY:BizConnect BizTools Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DITCH THE PITCH: An interactive personal growth workshop to help you make an impactful first impression with your introduction. \nEither your business has just launched and you’re excited to get out there and start promoting it or your business has been around a for years. Regardless\, you still get nervous when someone asks you “what do you do?” You get even more nervous when you have to stand up even for a few seconds and introduce yourself and your business. \nVery few can answer effortlessly. There should be simplicity in your answer so that people completely get it. In your head it’s clear but when you open your mouth to speak you can’t find the words. It’s obvious that things have gone south when the person with whom you are speaking has a glazed over look in their eyes. You can almost see the grocery list they are creating in their head. You have just bored them or worse\, confused them. Either way\, the moment is lost\, and opportunity has left the building. \nNEW FORMAT: We have condensed the workshop\, facilitated by Marcia Brodie\, from 2 days\, to a 3-hour workshop in one day. You will still get the same benefits with less of a time commitment. During the 3 hours we will help you unpack your top priorities and help you determine what are the most important aspects of your business that you should be talking about. We will help you create an impactful introduction that will be clean and concise and will leave people wanting to know more. \nMarcia Futterman Brodie is the founder and owner of Marcia Trains and has been in sales and marketing in both the private and not-for-profit sector for over thirty years. Additionally\, Marcia has been a sales manager and trained sales professionals in the art of presentations and marketing. Marcia also coaches individuals with interviewing strategies and communication skills.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/bizconnect-biztools-workshop/
LOCATION:The Gallery at Paint Pink\, 2200 Colonial Ave #15\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23517
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ The AI Collective • Hampton Roads → Automate smarter with Make
DESCRIPTION:Level up your automation game with Make. \n\nThis hands-on workshop is designed for builders\, tinkerers\, and operators who already understand the basics of web tech and automation — and want to go further. We’ll explore how Make.com can help you streamline workflows\, connect APIs\, and launch real-world automations that save time\, reduce errors\, and unlock new possibilities for your projects or business. \nWhether you’re a no-code pro or a developer tired of doing the same tasks twice\, this session will help you think more creatively (and more efficiently) about what’s possible with automation. \nGuest speaker \n\nPaul Rice – Director of Marketing & Comms @ Downtown Norfolk Council & Owner & Operator @ Norfolk Currents \nThe mind behind Norfolk Currents and a Make automation wizard\, Paul delivers bold\, streamlined projects that spark real growth. He blends strategy\, tech\, and hustle to make things happen. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n💻 Live instruction and support \n🎁 Giveaways from Make.com and Innovate Hampton Roads \n🍪 Free snacks \n🌐 New connections and real tools you can use right away \n\nFAQs\n\n\nDo I need to know how to code or know anything about AI?\nNot really! The more you know\, the better\, but if you can type and follow steps\, you’re all set. \n\n\nDo I need to bring anything?\nBring your laptop. We’ll have Wi-Fi and outlets ready. \n\n\nAre beginners welcome?\nAbsolutely! You don’t need any experience. Just show up ready to learn. \n\n\nIs there free parking in the area?\nYes. Just find an available spot on campus and come on in. Easy peasy. \n\n\nWill food be provided?\nYes\, light snacks and drinks will be provided by our awesome sponsor\, TEKsystems. \n\n\nIs this free?\nYes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP. \n\n\n\nThis event is co-organized with 757ColorCoded \nThey’re a local nonprofit working to educate and empower people of color to achieve careers in tech and improve their lives. We’re honored to collaborate with them to create more pathways into automation and AI. \n📬 Learn more or get in touch with them at info@757colorcoded.org \n\n \nThis event is made possible thanks to some incredible partners \n\nOrganized by – 757ColorCoded & The AI Collective • Hampton Roads\nPlatinum partner – Make.com\nGold partners – TEKSystems & Assembly Norfolk\nSpace partner – ECPI University\n\nWe’re proud to work alongside these leaders to build a stronger\, more connected tech ecosystem right here in the 757.\n\n🚀 Help us make this moment count \nAnd here’s the kicker — this is just the beginning. If our community shows up strong\, this could lead to even bigger events\, national support\, and more opportunities for builders\, creatives\, and founders in our region. \n\nSend this invite to your friends\, coworkers\, and group chats.\nShare it in your Discord\, Slack\, or LinkedIn groups.\nBring someone who’s curious about AI\, automation\, or building smarter.\n\n\n\nAdditional information\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 70\,000+ 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 AI Collective-affiliated events are subject to the AI Collective’s Code of Conduct.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-the-ai-collective-hampton-roads-%e2%86%92-automate-smarter-with-make/
LOCATION:ECPI University\, 5555 Greenwich Road\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:757ColorCoded,Meetup,Networking
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