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:Africa/Abidjan BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260304T083000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20260304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260304T163206Z CREATED:20260125T161049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T163206Z UID:10004475-1772613000-1772640000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Newport News Business Growth Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit to connect\, learn\, grow and compete.\n\n\nJoin Us at the Newport News Business Growth Summit!\nReady to boost your business? Come to the Newport News Business Growth Summit\, an in-person event where entrepreneurs and professionals connect\, learn\, and grow together. Network with local experts\, discover new strategies\, and get inspired to take your business to the next level. \nThe comprehensive one-day conference combines five critical business development topics: \nDoing Business with the City of Newport News provides direct access to City procurement officials and upcoming contracting opportunities\, with simplified guidance on becoming a registered vendor. \nBreaking Barriers: Government Contractor to Corporate Powerhouse offers a panelist-led workshop designed to equip small business owners with the strategies\, connections\, and confidence to successfully diversify beyond government contracting into lucrative corporate and commercial markets. \nFinancing Your Growth brings together banking\, SBA\, and capital experts to address the cash flow and financing challenges that limit business expansion. \nWriting Winning Proposals\, an exclusive masterclass\, reveals the critical differences between government and corporate proposal strategies. \nSWaM Certification can help your business grow. Learn more about SWaM Certification and get across the finish line by getting hands-on assistance with submitting your application! Registration is separate and on the SBSD Eventbrite page. \n\nInformation Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-application-info-session-tickets-1981195568277?aff=oddtdtcreator\nHands-on Application Session (20 seats only) – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swam-certification-hands-on-application-assistance-tickets-1981187763934?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\nDon’t miss out on this chance to make valuable contacts and gain fresh insights! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/newport-news-business-growth-summit-2/ LOCATION:Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center\, 2410 Wickham Avenue\, Newport News\, VA 23607\, Newport News\, VA\, 23607\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/189110_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T220000 DTSTAMP:20260702T233003Z CREATED:20260702T233003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T233003Z UID:10005186-1783105200-1783116000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:First Friday Social - An Open House Event DESCRIPTION:Tour 757 Makerspace and see the tools and spaces. Meet makers and explore what you can build. Free event.\n\n\nFIRST FRIDAY SOCIAL 757 Makerspace — Open House \n13 years. First Friday. Every month. \nThis is where Hampton Roads makers show up\, show off\, and find their people. \nBring your latest project. Bring your half-baked idea. Bring your curiosity. Leave with new collaborators\, real inspiration\, and probably a few new obsessions. \nOpen Mic in “The Yard”\, bring your instrument jump in and play \nFree and open to everyone — no membership required. \n📍 757 Makerspace Norfolk — 737 E. 23rd Street ⏰ 7pm–10pm \nThis is your community. Come see what’s being built. \nThinking about joining? Tonight’s the best night to find out if 757 is your kind of place. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/first-friday-social-an-open-house-event-2/ LOCATION:757 Makerspace – Norfolk\, 737 East 23rd Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23504\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, US CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/196706_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T130000 DTSTAMP:20260723T190452Z CREATED:20260708T202257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T190452Z UID:10005196-1784890800-1784898000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Start Peninsula Meet the Resources DESCRIPTION:Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how Start Peninsula business and organization sponsors can best help them!\n\n\nLearn about the services that exist in Hampton Roads to help small businesses and startups. This is an opportunity to connect\, collaborate\, and work together to further strengthen the Hampton Roads entrepreneurial community. Instead of founders and entrepreneurs pitching to judges\, our entrepreneur service organizations will pitch their services to the entrepreneurial community and explain how their organization can best help them. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/start-peninsula-meet-the-resources-2/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Pitch Event,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/196906_image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Start Peninsula":MAILTO:start@startpeninsula.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T120000 DTSTAMP:20260727T161554Z CREATED:20251204T153544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T161554Z UID:10004140-1785232800-1785240000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\n\n\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-33/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/186931_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000 DTSTAMP:20260727T174650Z CREATED:20260723T172018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174650Z UID:10005280-1785243600-1785250800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:In-Person Only: Structuring Indirect Rates for Effective Management (APEX) DESCRIPTION:A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event\n\n\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Contract Management\, Government Contracting\, Intermediate Level\, Introductory Level\, Orientation\, Basic Training\, Introductory Topics\, Proposal Preparation / Response\, Risk Management \n \nThis class will focus on the importance of internally tracking the most important Key Performance Indicator (KPI) when you are a government contractor: YOUR INDIRECT RATES. It also shows why they are so important and how you can use them to improve the financial performance of your company. Often indirect rates tracking are only associated with the need to report to the government or for proposal purposes\, however\, the real use of the indirect rates is for internal management purposes. This class will focus on the indirect rates as an effective management tool. It also show the need for any government contractor to have an effective ERP tool to track and manage this KPI effectively. The participants will be able to see and understand the concepts of pools and its relation with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)\, its calculations and how to manage and interpret the results of these KPI and use them as an effective bench mark as well to making financial decisions that could have lasting effect on your company finances. \nThe instructor\, Mr. Gregory Llinas\, is the founder of GL-Solutions\, an 8(a) SWaM Certified business specializing in accounting\, financial management\, program and project planning and control. Mr. Llinas has more than 25 years of experience in Federal Government Contracting\, has managed over half a dozen organizations at the executive level\, including Business Development\, Operations Management\, and Executive Leadership. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/in-person-only-structuring-indirect-rates-for-effective-management-apex/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/197684_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T174903Z CREATED:20260723T172220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174903Z UID:10005282-1785319200-1785330000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:You Won a Contract – Now What? (APEX) DESCRIPTION:A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event\n\n\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Contract Management\, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness\, Government Contracting\, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\, Intermediate Level\, Introductory Level\, Orientation\, Basic Training\, Introductory Topics\, Risk Management \nIntended for key employees and owners of small business pursuing Federal Government Contracts. Whether this is your first subcontract\, your first prime bid\, or you want to improve the management and compliance of your federal awards\, this class will assist in identifying what to pay attention to and what to expect during the period of performance from notice of award to close out. This class will focus strongly on compliance\, managing\, and understanding contracting activities within the Federal Government and will demystify some of the concepts and notions often misinterpreted.The instructor\, Mr. Gregory Llinas\, is the founder of GL-Solutions\, an 8(a) SWaM Certified business specializing in accounting\, financial management\, program and project planning and control. Mr. Llinas has more than 25 years of experience in Federal Government Contracting\, has managed over half a dozen organizations at the executive level\, including Business Development\, Operations Management\, and Executive Leadership. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/you-won-a-contract-now-what-apex/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/197687_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T163000 DTSTAMP:20260727T174758Z CREATED:20260723T172133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174758Z UID:10005281-1785333600-1785342600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Don’t Fear the DCAA: Setting Up & Maintaining a Compliant Gov't Acc. System DESCRIPTION:A Virginia APEX Accelerator Organized or Sponsored event\n\n\nTraining Topics:Accounting/Budget\, Advanced Level\, Contract Management\, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness\, Government Contracting\, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\, Intermediate Level\, Risk Management \nA correct financial management approach will set your company up for success not only with your audits\, but for long-term successful growth. In this class\, you will learn: \n\nWhen should you set up a compliant accounting system?\nWhat are the practices and strategies to instill from the beginning to ensure that your internal systems are consistent with federal regulations?\nWhat you should expect from a proper accounting system?\nHow to ace a DCAA / DCMA audit?\nThe benefits of over-preparing: using your sound financial practices to win proposals.\n\nThe instructor\, Mr. Gregory Llinas\, is the founder of GL-Solutions\, an 8(a) SWaM Certified business specializing in accounting\, financial management\, program and project planning and control. Mr. Llinas has more than 25 years of experience in Federal Government Contracting\, has managed over half a dozen organizations at the executive level\, including Business Development\, Operations Management\, and Executive Leadership. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/dont-fear-the-dcaa-setting-up-maintaining-a-compliant-govt-acc-system/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/197686_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T140000 DTSTAMP:20260727T173950Z CREATED:20260708T200415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T173950Z UID:10005195-1785412800-1785420000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Financial Storytelling (by B.D. Smith Wealth) DESCRIPTION:Your financial statements tell a story\, but do you know how to read it?\n\n\nIn this workshop\, CPA and Wealth Strategist Bri Smith will show business owners how to understand the numbers behind their business. Learn how to read your Profit & Loss Statement\, Balance Sheet\, and Cash Flow Statement\, identify warning signs before they become costly problems\, and use financial reports to make smarter business decisions. \nWhether you’re preparing for funding\, planning for growth\, or simply want more confidence in your finances\, this session will help you understand what your numbers are really saying. \nYou’ll learn: \n• How to read your key financial statements \n• The story your numbers tell about your business \n• Financial metrics every business owner should monitor \n• Common financial mistakes that limit growth \n• How to make data-driven business decisions URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/financial-storytelling-by-bri-smith/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/196904_image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T120000 DTSTAMP:20260727T161659Z CREATED:20260725T155305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T161659Z UID:10005285-1785837600-1785844800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\n\n\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-6/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/186931_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164010Z CREATED:20260514T212714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164010Z UID:10005017-1785924000-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-115/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164121Z CREATED:20260514T212803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164121Z UID:10005018-1785925800-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-116/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164230Z CREATED:20260514T212847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164230Z UID:10005019-1785927600-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-117/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164334Z CREATED:20260514T212932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164334Z UID:10005020-1785929400-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-118/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164439Z CREATED:20260514T213019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164439Z UID:10005021-1785931200-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-119/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164549Z CREATED:20260514T213103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164549Z UID:10005022-1785933000-1785934800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-120/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164704Z CREATED:20260514T213614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164704Z UID:10005029-1786096800-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-127/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164811Z CREATED:20260514T213658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164811Z UID:10005030-1786098600-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-128/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T164919Z CREATED:20260514T213743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164919Z UID:10005031-1786100400-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-129/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165026Z CREATED:20260514T213829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165026Z UID:10005032-1786102200-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-130/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165133Z CREATED:20260514T213914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165133Z UID:10005033-1786104000-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-131/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165239Z CREATED:20260514T213957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165239Z UID:10005034-1786105800-1786107600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-132/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260727T161804Z CREATED:20251204T153710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T161804Z UID:10004142-1786442400-1786449600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:One-on-One Business Mentoring with SCORE DESCRIPTION:Need expert advice to grow your business?\n\n\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to scale\, SCORE’s business mentors can help guide you through your next steps. Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are preferred to ensure you get the time and attention you need. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/one-on-one-business-mentoring-with-score-35/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/186931_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T200000 DTSTAMP:20260727T174206Z CREATED:20260715T191730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174206Z UID:10005205-1786471200-1786478400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Product Development: Idea To Income DESCRIPTION:Learn the exact roadmap to take an idea and turn it into a commercial product!\n\n\nThis workshop is presented by Business Advisor\, Speaker & Facilitator Paula Short — “the bitesized boss.” \nFrom navigating supplier minimums (MOQs) and white-labeling to formulation\, packaging laws\, and retail margins-discover how to add a highly profitable product branch to your existing business!This in-person session will show you how to turn a product idea into a real\, sellable item without the costly trial and error most first-time product owners experience.In this workshop\, you’ll learn how suppliers actually work\, how to price your product for profit\, and how to avoid the legal mistakes that often catch new product businesses out.We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business. \nAgenda: \n– Test and Validate Your Product Idea– Choose the Right Supplier Route– Price for Profit \nWho this is for \nBusiness owners and entrepreneurs who already have a service or a following and want to add a physical product to the mix — plus anyone sitting on a product idea who doesn’t know where to start turning it into income. \nMeet your facilitator \nPaula Short is a business advisor\, speaker\, and facilitator with nearly 30 years of experience helping founders build and grow.She built her own global beauty brand from a kitchen table\, expanding it into 15 countries and competing head-to-head with names like Estée Lauder and YSL. She pitched on BBC’s Dragons’ Den.Paula has since worked as a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) advisor here in Virginia\, and now runs product development and business growth workshops for founders who want the roadmap she had to build herself the hard way. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/product-development-idea-to-income/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/197169_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165344Z CREATED:20260514T214042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165344Z UID:10005035-1786528800-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-133/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165448Z CREATED:20260514T214127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165448Z UID:10005036-1786530600-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-134/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165553Z CREATED:20260514T214213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165553Z UID:10005037-1786532400-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-135/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165659Z CREATED:20260514T214256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165659Z UID:10005038-1786534200-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-136/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165813Z CREATED:20260514T214340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165813Z UID:10005039-1786536000-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-137/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T165920Z CREATED:20260514T214424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165920Z UID:10005040-1786537800-1786539600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:1-on-1 Marketing & Branding Support DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a free marketing and branding support session (virtual or in person @ The HIVE in VA Beach) using the Calendly link below!\n\n\nProvided by Simon Matthews\, CEO of Open Door Media Solutions is here to provide advice and valuable resources to help you make a confident\, well-informed decision about your marketing! During your conversation\, he’ll take the time to understand your goals\, answer your questions\, and share insights tailored specifically to your business needs. \nSimply choose any day and time from the calendar that works best for you\, and lock in a session that fits your schedule. He looks forward to connecting with you soon and helping you take the next step toward achieving your marketing goals! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1-on-1-marketing-branding-support-138/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/193740_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000 DTSTAMP:20260727T174057Z CREATED:20260710T000018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T174057Z UID:10005198-1786615200-1786622400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Write-Offs & Deductions Every Business Owner Should Know (By B.D. Smith) DESCRIPTION:Are you paying more taxes than you should?\nMany business owners miss valuable deductions simply because they don't know they exist.\n\n\nAre you paying more taxes than you should? \nMany business owners miss valuable deductions simply because they don’t know they exist\, or they aren’t tracking them correctly. \nJoin Bri Smith\, CPA as she walks through common business tax deductions\, recordkeeping best practices\, and strategies that can help reduce your tax liability while keeping you compliant with IRS rules. She will also cover new tax deductions allowed under the One Big Beautiful Bill and what business owners should know when planning ahead. \nYou’ll learn: \n•Frequently overlooked business deductions \n•A better understanding of new deductions under the One Big Beautiful Bill \n•What documentation you should keep \n•How to avoid common tax mistakes \n•Business expenses that may qualify \n•How proper bookkeeping helps maximize deductions URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/write-offs-deductions-every-business-owner-should-know/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/196974_image.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR