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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.\n\n\nOne room. Every resource. \nConnect directly with Housing\, Healthcare & DoD Skillbridge/Education providers. Cut through the noise and get solutions.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-peninsula/
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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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.\n\n\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://www.innovate757.org/event/hero-wednesday-the-resource-war-room-norfolk-8/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock Road #Suite 220\, Norfolk\, VA 23502\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, US
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SUMMARY:Alternative Financing Options for Business & Commercial Real Estate
DESCRIPTION:Where do you go when the bank has to say “No” to your financing need? Theres a world of funding beyond the local branch & it's growing fast.\n\n\nIn this seminar\, discover how non-traditional lenders\, alternative financing tools\, and creative funding strategies can help you secure the financing your business needs. Learn about the many alternative financing options for working capital\, lines of credit\, equipment leasing\, SBA loans to buy real estate or businesses\, and much more. Whether you’re a start-up\, growing\, or buying an existing business\, this session will show you how to access the money you need to grow and move forward.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/creative-capital-innovative-funding-strategies-for-modern-entrepreneurs-2/
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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SUMMARY:HRNG Speed Networking Sponsored by Choice Insurance Agency @Union Alehouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Most Popular Event-Speed Networking! Meet lots of professionals quickly-  at a really fun location! Union Alehouse-Win-Win.\n\n\nUnion Alehouse on VB Blvd. is the perfect location for October’s Speed Networking hosted by Karen McKee-Amato and Sponsored by Choice Insurance Agency! \n⏲️We will have mingling for the first 30 minutes during check-in\, and then hear about this incredible space and Choice Insurance from Karen. From there\, we will have quick 3 minute “Speed Meetings” with 30 seconds in between for 1 side of the room to move\, with as many meetings as we can fit into our time. \n⏲️Bring lots of business cards and get ready to have tons of fun! This Event is great for both Introverts and Extroverts. \n⏲️Hot Tip: Stay after for Early Dinner or Adult Beverages! Their food is delicious!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hrng-speed-networking-sponsored-by-choice-insurance-agency-union-alehouse/
LOCATION:Union Alehouse\, 2224 Virginia Beach Boulevard #113\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23454\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23454\, US
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Is Your Business Ready for Success in 2027?
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your business for 2027! Assess opportunities\, strengthen key areas\, and create an action plan for growth and success.\n\n\nIs your business ready for success in 2027? \n2027 is just around the corner—and now is the time to start planning for growth. \nJoin the City of Hampton Small Business Division for “Is Your Business Ready for Success in 2027? The Small Business Development Lab\,” an interactive\, hands-on workshop designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners turn ideas into action. \nParticipants will work through key areas of business development\, including: \n✔️ Financial readiness \n✔️ Marketing & customer development \n✔️ Operations & business planning \n✔️ Access to capital \n✔️ Contracting opportunities \n✔️ Measurable goals for 2027 \nWhether you’re building your business foundation or preparing for your next stage of growth\, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of where your business stands\, where opportunities exist\, and what steps to take next. \nYour 2027 success starts with the work you do today.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/is-your-business-ready-for-success-in-2027/
LOCATION:Ruppert Sargent Building\, 1 Franklin Street\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Adult Sewing Class: T-Shirt to Tote
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to upcycle your wardrobe while supporting the local nonprofit Sew N Grow at Assembly in Downtown Norfolk. Bring an old T-shirt and transform it into a custom tote bag during this free\, beginner-friendly sewing workshop. Expert instructors provide the sewing machines\, supplies\, and step-by-step guidance. Enjoy complimentary food and a cash bar with canned cocktails and wine. Seats are extremely limited\, so RSVP via the event link today to reserve your spot! – https://threescooops.com/products/t-shirt-to-tote-sewing-event
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/sew-n-grow-t-shirt-to-tote-sewing-event/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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