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SUMMARY:Portsmouth EDA Business Investment Grants NOW OPEN!
DESCRIPTION:The Portsmouth Economic Development Authority (EDA) focuses on and supports the City’s growing entrepreneurship and small business community through two Business Investment Grant programs and one Real Property Investment Grant program. \nGrant programs are tailored to help new businesses\, growing businesses\, and established organizations making additional investments in the City of Portsmouth. \nIn an effort to further assist entrepreneurship efforts\, we have partnered with the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center\, the Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council and Operation HOPE to provide workshops that will guide business owners through the steps of their first\, or updating their current\, business plan\, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Information Sessions\, and small business workshops. \nWe have also partnered with the City’s Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office\, Permits and Building Inspections Department\, and Planning and Zoning Department to offer quarterly grant information sessions that will prepare interested business and property owners for each grant application round. \nPlease send your questions regarding the grant programs through our Contact Us Form or by calling us at 757.393.8804. Look for frequent updates on our Facebook page! \nApplications for the 2025 Fiscal Year are open in the grant rounds listed below for the Smart Start Business Development Grant and the Smart Start Business Acceleration Grant. Due to the overwhelming response of the Real Property Investment Grants on Round 1: July 1-31\, 2025\, the Real Property Investment Grant Program is now closed for FY26. Please stay tuned for future funding availability and opportunities. \nRound 3: January 1-31\, 2026\nRound 4: April 1-30\, 2026
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/portsmouth-eda-business-investment-grants-now-open/
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Portsmouth Economic Development":MAILTO:baileya@portsmouthva.gov
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SUMMARY:State of the Region 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 State of the Region examines the region’s strengths\, opportunities\, and challenges. Produced by the Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy at Old Dominion University\, attendees will receive a copy of the 2025 State of the Region Report during the event. \nThis year’s topics will include: \n\nChange is the Only Constant: The Economy of Hampton Roads\nDefense\, the Port\, and Tourism\nHeads Carolina\, Tails Somewhere Else\nThe Economic Impact of Norfolk International Airport\nSilver Tsunami for the Third Sector\nReflections on the State of the Region Report\nHampton Roads’ Collaborative Spirit Produces Regional Results\n\nDAY OF TIMELINE \nRegistration & Networking: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM \nProgram: 12:00-2:00 PM
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/state-of-the-region-2025/
LOCATION:Norfolk Waterside Marriott
CATEGORIES:Business,Information Session,Networking
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SUMMARY:BizConnect Sunset Boat Cruise & Networking with Freedom Boat Club
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Freedom Boat Club on Tuesday\, October 7 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. \nJoin BizConnect members on the dock at the Portsmouth location of the Boat Club for networking\, snacks\, and beverages. We will hop on a few boats and cruise around the Portsmouth/Norfolk waterfront and catch the sunset. Space is limited to 30 BizConnect members so RSVP quickly. \nThere will be a $10 charge for members ($25 for non-members). We are charging a fee this time since we usually have a lot of RSVP’s but then we have a lot of “no shows.” Because of this\, Andy schedules enough Captain’s and then they aren’t needed when people don’t show. This fee will cover the cost of the captains.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/bizconnect-sunset-boat-cruise-networking-with-freedom-boat-club/
LOCATION:Freedom Boat Club\, 10 Crawford Pkwy\, Portsmouth\, Virginia\, 23704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="BizConnectHR":MAILTO:laura@BizConnectHR.com
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity: ISSA-HR Monthly Meeting - Professional Development\, Networking
DESCRIPTION:Event: The Hampton Roads Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA-HR) hosts its monthly meeting on the first Tuesday of every month\, offering a unique opportunity for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts alike. Here’s why you should attend: \n\nNetworking Opportunities: Build lasting professional relationships with fellow information security\, risk management\, and privacy experts.\nStay Updated: Keep up with the latest developments\, trends\, and innovations in cybersecurity.\nEarn Continuing Education Credits: Attending the meeting grants you CPEs/CEUs toward your professional certifications.\nAccess Practical Solutions: Gain actionable insights\, tools\, and best practices that you can implement in your organization.\nProfessional Development: Participate in engaging presentations and discussions to expand your expertise and skillset.\nCareer Advancement: Connect with peers and explore career information\, mentorship\, and employment opportunities.\n\nSpeaker: TBD\nEach month\, ISSA-HR features renowned industry professionals who deliver insightful presentations on a wide range of cybersecurity topics. Previous topics have included: \n\nRansomware Trends and Defense Strategies\nZero Trust Architecture\nCybersecurity in the Age of AI and ML\nBest Practices for Risk Management\n\nThis month’s speaker will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates! \nAfter-Social:\nWe will meet at Plaza DeGollado Mexican Grill for the after-social. It is down the street from ECPI on the corner of Newtown Road. Lets have some fun together.\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet\, Greet and Network\n6:00 PM – 6:15 PM Introduction and upcoming events discussion\n6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Speakers Presentation and Q&A\n7:15 PM – 7:45 PM ISSA-HR Business Meeting (Meeting ends)\n7:45 PM Unofficial social @ Plaza Degollado Mexican Grill\, 198 Newtown Rd.\, VB\n5555 Greenwich Rd\nSuite 360\nVirginia Beach\, VA 23462\nJoin Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/96176658129?pwd=ZGd6WU02LzdnYnErMFBsYnp2L2F3UT09 \nFor more information about the Hampton Roads Chapter of ISSA\, visit https://issa-hr.org\nFor the international organization: http://www.issa.org
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/cybersecurity-issa-hr-monthly-meeting-professional-development-networking/
LOCATION:ECPI University\, 5555 Greenwich Road\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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