BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Innovate Hampton Roads - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Innovate Hampton Roads X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.innovate757.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Innovate Hampton Roads REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T193000 DTSTAMP:20230223T191116Z CREATED:20230223T191116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T191116Z UID:10000995-1679335200-1679340600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:So\, You Want to Be an Entrepreneur DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurship is about more than becoming the next Jeff Bezos. Come and discover if you just have an idea or if you have what it takes!\n\n\nEntrepreneurship is about more than becoming the next Jeff Bezos. Successful entrepreneurs deeply understand the “why” and the “how” of their businesses. In this workshop we will discover if you are ready to be an entrepreneur or if you only have a good idea\, but need something more. \nThis workshop will cover: \nIdeas\nInvestment\nStrategy towards startup\n\n\nThe Hampton Roads chapter recommends “So\, You Want to Be an Entrepreneur” as a lead-in workshop to our “Dive Into Entrepreneurship” workshop being held on March 25\, 2023. \nRegister today at the link below to learn how you start your new business on the right foot. Please note\, we need you to register at the link below to keep an account of attendees in our system. \nhttps://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000009oBF4 URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/so-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/155299_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000373-1678964400-1678968000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-03-16/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T093000 DTSTAMP:20230217T143117Z CREATED:20230217T143117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T143117Z UID:10000987-1678951800-1678959000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Retail Breakfast Club DESCRIPTION:Join us to meet our new CEO\, Jenny Crittenden\, as she gives a glimpse into our new strategic plan. Learn about what happened at General Assembly and how it impacts the retail industry straight from our lobbyists. We’re also excited to introduce our upcoming Certificate in Retail Operations (CROps) students and celebrate our graduates from the last few years. \nThis is a great opportunity to mingle with the Retail Alliance community all while enjoying a delicious breakfast\, so bring your appetite! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/retail-breakfast-club/ LOCATION:Town Point Club\, 101 W. Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Meetup,Networking,NIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/RETAIL-BREAKFAST-CLUB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T130000 DTSTAMP:20230306T170639Z CREATED:20230306T170639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T170639Z UID:10001037-1678881600-1678885200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:GovCon 101: VOSB/SDVOSB DESCRIPTION:Navigating the New SBA VOSB/SDVOSB Certification \nThe SBA has recently taken over the certification of VOSB/SDVOSB for set-aside opportunities with the government. This class will walk you through the new application and give you advise on how to properly submit your application. \nIn this class you will learn: \n\nWhere to access the portal for application submission\nHow to manage the required data\nWhat documents will be needed\nEligibility guidelines URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/govcon-101-vosb-sdvosb/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T120000 DTSTAMP:20230306T170511Z CREATED:20230306T170511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T170511Z UID:10001036-1678878000-1678881600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:The Power of the Press: Incorporating Earned Media into Your Craft Beverage Marketing Strategy DESCRIPTION:Most craft beverage companies\, no matter their size or model\, recognize the importance of marketing\, but too many ignore a high impact strategy: earned media. In this webinar\, Virginia SBDC Craft Beverage Assistance program manager Chris Van Orden will ask Lisa Archer\, Editor and Publisher of Edible Blue Ridge\, about her experience working with the craft beverage sector\, the media’s process for sourcing stories on local producers\, and what makes a good subject. \nSPEAKER: Lisa Archer is the editor and publisher of Edible Blue Ridge\, a quarterly magazine dedicated to celebrating Central & Southwestern Virginia’s unique regional food scene\, with a focus on our many farms\, orchards\, wineries\, farmers markets\, specialty shops\, eateries\, food artisans and home cooks. Edible Blue Ridge distributes 10\,000 copies of each issue through more than 200 select grocers\, restaurants and retailers across their territory. \nLisa holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Hollins University\, and has worked in the food and beverage industry for over 18 years. In addition to working for a three-Michelin-star restaurant\, and as a master sommelier’s assistant\, Lisa has also managed a specialty grocery store\, started her own ice cream sandwich business and even spent time as an affineur and sales rep for a cheese cave in Brooklyn. She co-hosts Outside the Box\, a monthly informational meetup group for small business owners in the greater Roanoke area. When she’s not at work\, you can find her hiking one of the local trails or pulling weeds in her ever-expanding garden. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-power-of-the-press-incorporating-earned-media-into-your-craft-beverage-marketing-strategy/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T150000 DTSTAMP:20230302T191059Z CREATED:20230302T191059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T191059Z UID:10001033-1678798800-1678806000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:It's Your Money: Financial Management for Small Business DESCRIPTION:Learn core concepts of business finances to ensure your business can grow and prosper.\n\n\nA strong understanding of business finances is critical in order for your business to grow and prosper. \nWorkshop participants will learn about: \n• Introductory Accounting Concepts – Understanding an income statement and balance sheet \n• How to Financially Evaluate your Business – Tracking key performance indicators \n• Cash Flow Projections – Understanding where cash is going and needs for financing \nOur presenter Roy Madsen will share with you this important information. \nYou will also need register via our official Hampton Roads SCORE event form in order to attend: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000009oBo9 URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/its-your-money-financial-management-for-small-business/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/155751_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T133000 DTSTAMP:20230306T170228Z CREATED:20230306T170228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T170228Z UID:10001035-1678365000-1678368600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Let’s Talk about Cybersecurity Risks and Trends for 2023 DESCRIPTION:Small business leaders can expect more incidents of attack surface expansion\, data security breaches\, identity theft\, and remote code execution attacks than in the previous year if they don’t take proactive cybersecurity measures. \nLearn how to avoid the TOP 5 mistakes that could let hackers in! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/lets-talk-about-cybersecurity-risks-and-trends-for-2023/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000372-1678359600-1678363200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-03-09/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T120000 DTSTAMP:20230306T170058Z CREATED:20230306T170058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T170058Z UID:10001034-1678269600-1678276800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Building your Business Performance Dashboard Metrics DESCRIPTION:Please join Senior Business Counselor\, and Adjunct GMU Professor George Siragusa\, on Wed\, November 16th\, 2022\, as he guides you through a step-by-step process of building a business performance dashboard\, complete with relevant metrics\, that is invaluable to meet your strategic and tactical goals and objectives. This webinar is extremely useful for early stage companies\, growth\, or even mature businesses! \nDuring this NO-COST webinar you should be able to: : \n\nSee what business dashboards look like\nUnderstand why a “scorecard” is important\nBecome familiar with the principles that guide your 1st dashboard draft\nKnow how to get started and begin building a dashboard for your business\nDecide on a group of simple but important key metrics\nSee what software is available\, making scorecard development easier\nLearn how and when to use these new business metrics with your business team\nSee how dashboard insights can make a positive impact on your business performance\nAND… hear answers to many of your business briefing questions in real time! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/building-your-business-performance-dashboard-metrics-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,VIPC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T130000 DTSTAMP:20230306T165850Z CREATED:20230306T165850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T165850Z UID:10000745-1678186800-1678194000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Payment Processing DESCRIPTION:This two-hour webinar is designed for government contractors to learn more about credit card optimization\, including reducing fees on credit cards and gifts cards. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nChoosing a Processor – What to look for when picking a company to process credit cards.\nVisa/MC Interchange – Find out how the processors get charged and how it affects you.\nGift Card Programs – Will setting up a gift card program for your business help? If so\, learn how to set one up.\nCash Discounting – Find out how to pass the fees to the cardholder in a way that doesn’t break Visa/MC compliance.\n\nSpeaker(s): Ed Hopper is the CEO of Altor Processing Systems\, founded in 1999. In January 2018\, he led his company in a new direction. They launched Altor/50 and now donate half of their net profits to over 20 charities. Ed says “We can usually help merchants save money and help charities at the same time. It’s a Win/Win!” URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/payment-processing-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T103000 DTSTAMP:20230223T173952Z CREATED:20230223T173952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T173952Z UID:10000994-1677834000-1677839400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners DESCRIPTION:Join us for  \nCoffee with Virginia Venture Partners \nDate: March 3\, 2023 \nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nRegistration Required: RSVP Here  \nJoin moderator Dustin Dunbar\, VVP\, and Marco Rubin\, VVP\, for coffee with Elizabeth Onasanya\, Lockheed Martin Ventures\, Matt Monaco\, Noblis Ventures\, Tanveer Kathawalla\, Pioneer 1890\, & Tom Gillespie\, InQTel. \nRSVP Here: RSVP URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-27/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Meetup,Networking,VIPC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-23-at-12.37.07-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation":MAILTO:priscilla.trimble@virginiaipc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000371-1677754800-1677758400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-03-02/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T183000 DTSTAMP:20230220T185206Z CREATED:20230220T185206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T185206Z UID:10000990-1677603600-1677609000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:QuickBooks 101 DESCRIPTION:Subscribed to QuickBooks Online but not sure where to start? Or better yet\, unsure if you’re ready to make the leap to using a paid accounting software? \nIf so\, join us for a highly interactive and hands-on program where we’ll go through all the basics of QuickBooks Online. \nBy the end of our time together\, you will be able to: \n\nCustomize your chart of accounts\nLink bank feeds\,\nCategorize transactions\,\nCreate automatic categorization rules\,\nReconcile accounts\, and\nCustomize reports!\n\nFor an action-oriented experience\, we’ll be using QuickBooks Online Test Drive. Please be ready with website loaded at the start of class: https://qbo.intuit.com/redir/testdrive. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/quickbooks-101-4/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T130000 DTSTAMP:20230220T185333Z CREATED:20230220T185333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T185333Z UID:10000991-1677585600-1677589200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Trademark Basics DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion about what all entrepreneurs\, small businesses\, and start-ups should know about trademarks. We’ll discuss what trademarks are\, the benefits of federal trademark registration\, and the basics of the registration process. We’ll also talk about why it’s so important for any new business to select a trademark that is both federally registrable and legally protectable. \nWe’ll close out the discussion with a question-and-answer session and direct you to free resources from the USPTO. \nWebinar presented in collaboration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. \nSpeaker(s): Mariessa Terrell\, USPTO URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/trademark-basics/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T130000 DTSTAMP:20230220T185012Z CREATED:20230220T185012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T185012Z UID:10000989-1677574800-1677589200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Blue Print Business Plan Workshop DESCRIPTION:This four-hour workshop covers the development of the business plan and financial forecasting of the business plan. Please be prepared to begin working on your business plan during the class. We will start by opening a Microsoft Word or Google Doc for you to add information to as we proceed through the workshop. By the end of the workshop you will have completed a rough draft of a portion of the business plan and have clear direction which areas you need to conduct research and add additional information to in order to complete. \nTakeaways: \n\nResearch tools\nBusiness plan components\nBusiness concept\nFinancial plan\nSupporting documents URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/blue-print-business-plan-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T120000 DTSTAMP:20230123T180323Z CREATED:20230123T180323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T180323Z UID:10000944-1677574800-1677585600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Meet the Primes - Transportation DESCRIPTION:Meet the Primes is an outreach event intended to bring together firms who are looking to connect with transportation primes\n\n\nThis will be a panel event that helps small businesses learn about being a subcontractor. Topics will include : \nThe “right and wrong ways” to knock on the door \nTraits of successful small business partners \nHow Small Businesses can increase their chances of getting on a large prime’s team \nBiggest myths about working with Large Primes URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/meet-the-primes-transportation/ LOCATION:1 Franklin St\, 1 Franklin Street\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/151598_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T160000 DTSTAMP:20230212T154807Z CREATED:20230212T154807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230212T154807Z UID:10000978-1677571200-1677600000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:NSWC Dahlgren Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is hosting an Industry Day to facilitate conversation and collaboration between government and industry\, on Feb 28 at the Doubletree Hotel\, Norfolk Airport. This event will include morning information sessions\, lunch\, and a planned keynote address by NSWCDD’s Technical Director\, Mr. Dale Sisson\, SES\, followed by in-person matchmaking during the afternoon session (sign-up day of the event). This is an opportunity for small businesses to meet with NSWCDD officials to discuss capabilities and value. To find out more and register visit: https://tasc-tgic.org/event-5127539/Registration URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/nswc-dahlgren-industry-day/ LOCATION:Doubletree Hotel Norfolk Airport\, 1500 N Military Hwy\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-12-at-10.45.12-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T140000 DTSTAMP:20230220T184648Z CREATED:20230220T184648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T184648Z UID:10000988-1677157200-1677160800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Earning Green by Turning Green: Breweries Can Gain Efficiencies thru Better Environmental Practices DESCRIPTION:There are many avenues by which breweries can seek out efficiencies\, but only environmental improvements have the added benefit of making Virginia a bit greener. \nIn this webinar\, Virginia SBDC Craft Beverage Assistance program manager Chris Van Orden will ask Meghann Quinn\, Manager of the Office of Pollution Prevention at the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality\, about the strategies and resources available to breweries looking to sharpen operations in an eco-friendly way. \nSpeaker: Meghann Quinn has managed the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s Office of Pollution Prevention for the past 8 years. The Office of Pollution Prevention promotes green practices that go beyond regulatory requirements through programs including the Virginia Environmental Excellence Program\, Virginia Green\, and the Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards. Prior to working with DEQ\, she gained experience working with industry and municipalities on compliance and environment management systems. Ms. Quinn has a Masters degree in Environmental Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Mary Washington. She grew up on Long Island. In her free time you can find Meghann running or chasing her 2 young boys around. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/earning-green-by-turning-green-breweries-can-gain-efficiencies-thru-better-environmental-practices/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000370-1677150000-1677153600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-02-23/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T120000 DTSTAMP:20230220T184727Z CREATED:20230220T184453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T184727Z UID:10000986-1677146400-1677153600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Marketing 101 DESCRIPTION:Refresh your knowledge to effectively market your goods and/or services! This webinar will cover the following marketing essentials: \n\nHow to choose your target group(s)\nHow to communicate with your target(s)\nMarket Definition\nMarket Segmentation\nCompetitive Analysis\nCompany Branding\nOnline (SEO) and Offline Marketing URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/marketing-101-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Hybrid,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T150000 DTSTAMP:20230127T150805Z CREATED:20230127T150805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T150805Z UID:10000679-1677070800-1677078000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Understanding Intellectual Property: A Deep Dive into Pathways for Your IP DESCRIPTION:During this session\, the USPTO will cover everything a startup should know to protect its intellectual property. This will include several examples from the life sciences and healthcare\, but the information will be relevant to all early-stage companies. Following the initial presentation\, there will be breakout sessions to cover specific topics in more detail. These will be led by an ICAP Mentor and USPTO expert. \n\nThe link below can be used for anyone who woud like to attend this session\, in person or virtually. This survey will allow ICAP and the USPTO to tailor the presentation to who will attend. \n\n\nhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C67C7FY URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/understanding-intellectual-property-a-deep-dive-into-pathways-for-your-ip/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,SBDC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ICAP-USPTO-Event-2.22.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T093000 DTSTAMP:20230131T194151Z CREATED:20230131T194151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T194151Z UID:10000972-1676966400-1676971800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Learn About the Employee Retention Tax Credit DESCRIPTION:Learn about Employee Retention Tax Credits URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/learn-about-the-employee-retention-tax-credit/ LOCATION:The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Hampton Roads\, 1401 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,NIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/tmp_5675_1-24-2023_92704_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T103000 DTSTAMP:20230210T150848Z CREATED:20230210T150848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T150848Z UID:10000977-1676624400-1676629800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners DESCRIPTION:Join us for   \nCoffee with Virginia Venture Partners  \nDate: February 17\, 2023  \nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM  \nRegistration Required: RSVP Here   \nFireside Chat with Andy Krouse\, President and CEO of SlateBio and former President and CEO of Cavion (acquired by Jazz Pharmaceutical)  \nJoin Virginia Venture Partners for a fireside chat with Andy Krouse\, President and CEO of SlateBio and former President and CEO of Cavion (acquired by Jazz Pharmaceutical).  Andy will take us through his journey of building a company in Charlottesville\, VA\, raising angel capital and selling his company to Jazz Pharmaceuticals.   \nRSVP Here: RSVP  URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-26/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Networking,VIPC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-10-at-10.06.32-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation":MAILTO:priscilla.trimble@virginiaipc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000369-1676545200-1676548800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-02-16/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T143000 DTSTAMP:20231008T190216Z CREATED:20230212T161758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T190216Z UID:10000979-1676466000-1676471400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:OSBP Learning Series: Resources & Best Practices from NASA Partners... DESCRIPTION:Resources and Best Practices from NASA Federal Partners and Trade Associations\n\n\nAs NASA continues to innovate in the space exploration\, scientific\, and research industries\, small businesses will be critical to its success. Small business owners know the ins and outs of their company like the back of their hand. Some who are just starting a business\, might feel totally lost. Knowing where to turn for advice in moving your business forward is vitally important to its success. \nThe good news is that the OSBP Learning Series: Resources & Best Practices from NASA Partners webinar will highlight some of the small business associations that can provide attendees with the answers\, advice\, and tools needed to grow their business and become the best small business owner you can be. \nLog-in information for this online class will be sent after individuals register\, and reminders will be sent the day before and the day of the webinar. \n**Webinar speaker and topic are subject to change** URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/osbp-learning-series-resources-best-practices-from-nasa-partners/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/152129_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000368-1675940400-1675944000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-02-09/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230203T103000 DTSTAMP:20230131T150322Z CREATED:20230125T150401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T150322Z UID:10000945-1675414800-1675420200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners: "Meet the Angels" DESCRIPTION:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners\n“Meet the Angels”\n\nDate: February 3\, 2023\n\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nRegistration Required: RSVP Here\n\nRSVP Here: RSVP\n \nUpcoming Events: URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-25/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Meetup,Networking,VIPC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot-2023-01-31-at-10.01.38-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation":MAILTO:priscilla.trimble@virginiaipc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000367-1675335600-1675339200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-02-02/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T120000 DTSTAMP:20230503T115108Z CREATED:20220701T175636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T115108Z UID:10000366-1674730800-1674734400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Fervent Four Show DESCRIPTION:Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show\, designed to help you get there. Check them out live every Thursday at 11 AM. \nTim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel. Tim is dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads\, Virginia\, and beyond. \nZack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his book\, Anomaly\, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd.\nLearn more at: https://www.zackmillersays.com \nEnjoy the show? Watch the Fervent Four Show LIVE every Thursday at 11AM.\nLive: https://www.innovate757.org/live/ or https://www.youtube.com/startwheel\nWatch past episodes: https://www.innovate757.org/fervent-four-show/\nListen to past episodes: https://fathom.fm/podcast/fervent-four or your favorite podcast platform. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fervent-four-show-2/2023-01-26/ LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/ffs-20-e1656698975684.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T200000 DTSTAMP:20230112T191109Z CREATED:20230112T191109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T191109Z UID:10000639-1674583200-1674590400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Bunker Labs Hampton Roads Connect: Government Contracting DESCRIPTION:Bunker Labs provides community and support for military veterans and and families at every stage in their entrepreneurial journey.\n\n\nThis month’s Bunker Labs Hampton Roads Connect theme is Government Contracting. Our two guest speakers are Brad Williamson\, CEO of MVSEA\, LLC and Emil Reynolds\, Founder of Combat Bound\, LLC.\nRear Admiral (Ret.) Brad Williamson is a 1985 graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He received a Master of Science in National Security Strategy from the National War College in 2001 and completed Executive Education at Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School and University of Virginia’s Darden School. \nBrad founded MVSEA as a Strategic Planning and Business Development consultancy to assist companies in developing constructs and processes\, and to evaluate opportunities for growth. The company continues to deliver success for multiple clients focused on Government and Defense Department opportunities in the engineering\, technology\, and innovation spaces. \nBrad is a Board Member on the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce\, and is on the Board of the Center for American Studies at Christopher Newport University\, and on the Board of the Tidewater Area Service Contractors (TASC).\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-williamson-rear-admiral-usn-ret-8879a41a6/\n___ ___ ___\nEmil Reynolds is an Army combat veteran (Ranger) and earned his undergrad from the University of Maryland\, College Park and later his MPS from Penn State University.\nEmil founded Combat Bound\, a small\, service-disabled veteran owned company specializing in innovative equipment enabling rescue\, protection\, and combat operations at tactical levels. Our capabilities are based on our own experience in hostile and austere environments using issued equipment in combat. Operating in the multi-domain battlefield and understanding the 4D threat past\, present\, and future\, we use our experience to ensure our Warfighters and first responders in harms way will always have the best possible equipment at the lowest possible price point. \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emil-reynolds/\nCome meet and make purposeful connections with local Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs and learn about our Ambassador and Veterans in Residence Programs as well as initiatives such as our Breaking Barriers in Entrepreneurship virtual workshop series. \nWhat is Bunker Connect? Bunker Connect is designed to intentionally build meaningful connections with military-connected entrepreneurs\, Veteran small business owners\, local business organizations\, and potential clients. \nThis event is for you if… \n• You want to start and build a new business or grow your existing business \n• You want to support local Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs \n• You want to learn about new local startups and businesses \n• You want to be part of your local business community \n• You want to invest in local entrepreneurs \nAbout Bunker Labs: Bunker Labs is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) Veteran Service Organization (VSO) that serves Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs in launching and growing their own businesses through a series of programs and workshops to provide education\, networking opportunities\, and capital access to our entrepreneurs. \nwww.bunkerlabs.org URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/bunker-labs-hampton-roads-connect-government-contracting/ LOCATION:Gather\, 249 Central Park Avenue #300\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/151257_image.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR