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SUMMARY:Power Up Your Business with AI
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of AI to streamline operations\, boost marketing\, and simplify decision-making in your small business. This hands-on workshop will introduce practical tools and show you how to apply them to real business tasks. You’ll leave with a personalized action plan\, prompt templates\, and a curated list of AI resources tailored for small business success. \nParticipants will: Learn what AI is and how it’s being used in small business Identify key AI tools that can automate and improve business processes Gain hands-on experience using free/low-cost AI tools Leave with a resource list and a simple AI integration action plan \nThis session will not be recorded.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/power-up-your-business-with-ai/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:AI,Information Session,SBDC
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SUMMARY:2026 Business Growth Lab: Real Deals\, Real Partners\, Real Pipeline - HYBRID (AM Session)
DESCRIPTION:Hands-on strategy session to build your 2026 GovCon & grants pipeline with real deals\, partners\, opportunities. AM and PM sessions – HYBRID\nThis in person and online focused\, hands-on strategy session is built to help you create real pipeline\, uncover real opportunities\, and connect with the right partners for a strong and successful 2026.\nWhether you’re new to GovCon and grants or already working in the space\, you’ll get clarity\, direction\, and curated connections designed to move your business forward. \nEvery attendee completes a mandatory intake call so we can pre-align opportunities\, identify potential partners\, and tailor your experience before you arrive.\nYou won’t just attend\, you’ll walk in matched\, prepared\, and positioned for action. \nTicket Options\n🎟 General Access – $47\nPerfect for first-time attendees and those exploring GovCon\, grants\, or new opportunities.\nIncludes: \nFull session access\nOpportunity overview\nNetworking with peers\n🎟 Pro Access – $297 (Most Popular)\nFor professionals and organizations who want personalized alignment and real next steps.\nIncludes: \nMandatory intake call\nPersonalized opportunity alignment\nCurated introductions\nA customized 2026 action plan\nPriority seating\n🎟 VIP Partner Table – $1\,250\nIdeal for teams\, small businesses\, and organizations seeking deeper visibility and impact.\nIncludes: \nReserved VIP partner table\nAll Pro Access benefits\nHighlighted introductions\nExpanded opportunity alignment\nOrganizational visibility throughout the session\nWhat You’ll Experience\n✔ Curated Connections\nMeet aligned partners\, collaborators\, mentors\, and potential buyers. \n✔ Real Opportunities\nExplore contracts\, grants\, and funding pathways matched to your goals. \n✔ Expert Support\nReceive clear guidance on what to do next — whether you’re writing your first proposal or scaling your pipeline. \n✔ A Personalized Action Plan\nWalk out with focused next steps and a tailored roadmap for 2026. \nWho Should Attend\nGovCon newcomers & seasoned professionals\nBusinesses entering government work\nNonprofits seeking funding\nStartups building pipeline\nFounders needing clarity\, direction\, and partners\nAnyone serious about generating real business outcomes in 2026\nSession Times\nAM Session: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM\nPM Session: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM \nChoose the session that fits your schedule. Both deliver the same high-impact experience. \nWhy Neptune SHIELD\nNeptune SHIELD is where conversations turn into deals\, partnerships\, and real business outcomes.\nThis session is built to get you aligned\, connected\, and moving fast for 2026. \nLimited Spots – High-Touch Format\nEach session is capped to ensure personalized support and meaningful interaction.\nOnce intake call slots are full\, registration closes. \nReserve your spot now — space fills quickly.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/2026-business-growth-lab-real-deals-real-partners-real-pipeline-hybrid-am-session/
LOCATION:Neptune SHIELD\, 448 Viking Drive\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Information Session,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000
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SUMMARY:2026 Business Growth Lab: Real Deals\, Real Partners\, Real Pipeline - HYBRID (PM Session)
DESCRIPTION:Hands-on strategy session to build your 2026 GovCon & grants pipeline with real deals\, partners\, opportunities. AM and PM sessions – HYBRID\nThis in person and online focused\, hands-on strategy session is built to help you create real pipeline\, uncover real opportunities\, and connect with the right partners for a strong and successful 2026.\nWhether you’re new to GovCon and grants or already working in the space\, you’ll get clarity\, direction\, and curated connections designed to move your business forward. \nEvery attendee completes a mandatory intake call so we can pre-align opportunities\, identify potential partners\, and tailor your experience before you arrive.\nYou won’t just attend\, you’ll walk in matched\, prepared\, and positioned for action. \nTicket Options\n🎟 General Access – $47\nPerfect for first-time attendees and those exploring GovCon\, grants\, or new opportunities.\nIncludes: \nFull session access\nOpportunity overview\nNetworking with peers\n🎟 Pro Access – $297 (Most Popular)\nFor professionals and organizations who want personalized alignment and real next steps.\nIncludes: \nMandatory intake call\nPersonalized opportunity alignment\nCurated introductions\nA customized 2026 action plan\nPriority seating\n🎟 VIP Partner Table – $1\,250\nIdeal for teams\, small businesses\, and organizations seeking deeper visibility and impact.\nIncludes: \nReserved VIP partner table\nAll Pro Access benefits\nHighlighted introductions\nExpanded opportunity alignment\nOrganizational visibility throughout the session\nWhat You’ll Experience\n✔ Curated Connections\nMeet aligned partners\, collaborators\, mentors\, and potential buyers. \n✔ Real Opportunities\nExplore contracts\, grants\, and funding pathways matched to your goals. \n✔ Expert Support\nReceive clear guidance on what to do next — whether you’re writing your first proposal or scaling your pipeline. \n✔ A Personalized Action Plan\nWalk out with focused next steps and a tailored roadmap for 2026. \nWho Should Attend\nGovCon newcomers & seasoned professionals\nBusinesses entering government work\nNonprofits seeking funding\nStartups building pipeline\nFounders needing clarity\, direction\, and partners\nAnyone serious about generating real business outcomes in 2026\nSession Times\nAM Session: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM\nPM Session: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM \nChoose the session that fits your schedule. Both deliver the same high-impact experience. \nWhy Neptune SHIELD\nNeptune SHIELD is where conversations turn into deals\, partnerships\, and real business outcomes.\nThis session is built to get you aligned\, connected\, and moving fast for 2026. \nLimited Spots – High-Touch Format\nEach session is capped to ensure personalized support and meaningful interaction.\nOnce intake call slots are full\, registration closes. \nReserve your spot now — space fills quickly.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/2026-business-growth-lab-real-deals-real-partners-real-pipeline-hybrid-pm-session/
LOCATION:Neptune SHIELD\, 448 Viking Drive\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Information Session,Networking
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SUMMARY:Launchpad Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Launchpad\, in partnership with regional programs\, is hosting a series of public information sessions to highlight the resources\, coaching\, and community support available to entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. \nDuring these sessions\, attendees will learn more about:\n\nPrograms and resources offered through Launchpad\nOpportunities for coaching\, mentorship\, and business growth\nHow to connect with our growing entrepreneurial network\n\nEvent Details\n Williamsburg Regional Library – Patricia Schell Memorial Meeting Room\n Tuesday\, October 14\, 2025\n 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\n Yorktown County Library – Yorktown Meeting Room\n Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025\n 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM\n James City County Library – Grace & Stanley Kitzinger Community Room\n Tuesday\, December 9\, 2025\n 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/launchpad-information-session-3/
LOCATION:James City County Library – Grace & Stanley Kitzinger Community Room\, 7770 Croaker Rd\, Williamsburg\, 23188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,Local Colleges & Universities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T200000
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SUMMARY:Get on the Bus! The Azure Service Bus with Matthew Hess
DESCRIPTION:Azure Service Bus is Microsoft’s cloud offering for developing queue and message-based applications. We’ll explore core Azure Service Bus techniques and concepts\, including: \n\nSending and Receiving messages\nUsing Peek-Locks and other receive modes\nAbandoning and Dead Lettering Messages\nUsing Topics and Subscriptions\nProcessing multiple Messages and Scaling\n\nWe’ll also discuss the purpose of message-based architectures and how these technologies can be used to build truly decoupled and reliable microservices.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/get-on-the-bus-the-azure-service-bus-with-matthew-hess/
LOCATION:Marathon Consulting\, 4525 Columbus Street\, #200\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session,Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T120000
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Meeting is the Chamber’s signature gathering of business leaders\, policymakers\, and community stakeholders to celebrate a year of accomplishments and look ahead to future opportunities. This highly anticipated event provides an engaging forum to reflect on the Chamber’s impact\, recognize outstanding achievements\, and outline the strategic vision for the upcoming year. \nWe are honored to welcome Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger as this year’s keynote speaker. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear valuable insights that will help guide our region’s growth in 2026. \nSPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE\nFor additional information or to sponsor\, please contact Anne Thuma at athuma@hrchamber.com \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nDue to the high volume of attendance and limited space\, we ask that cancellations be received at least five business days before the day of the event to avoid being charged.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/annual-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Virginia Beach Convention Center\, 1000 19th Street\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23451\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Information Session,Members-based
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T130000
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SUMMARY:Business Foundations - Management
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Start-up Assistance\n\nThis session is one of three parts in the Business Foundations Series for new and early stage businesses (1 year or less and $50\,000 or less in annual revenue). Each session can be taken in any order. Taking all three provides a better understanding of the core business principals of Management\, Marketing and Money. An understanding of these concepts is the foundation of business success. \nThis part of the series focuses on Marketing. Every new or early stage business owner should have a working knowledge of these principles to create a sound marketing strategy and actionable go-to-market plan. \nMarketing:\n• Building your brand • Market Research • Identifying Your Target Customer • Free Marketing Options • Paid Marketing Options • Build a Budget • Strategize your Marketing Plan \n\nSpeaker(s): Jolie Spiers\, Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center \nCo-Sponsor(s): \n\nFee: No Cost
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/business-foundations-management-7/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,SBDC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T183000
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SUMMARY:Hampton Roads Military Business Network
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Managing a Business\nJoin us for a special pre-Christmas networking\, connection\, and conversation with fellow military business owners\, veterans\, and military spouses who know the unique journey from service to entrepreneurship. \nRefreshments provided \nPlease note: This month we’re not meeting at The Hive — we’ll be at the Chamber of Commerce offices in Norfolk instead. \nSpeaker(s): Leland Remias & Justin Richardson\, Vroombrick \nCo-Sponsor(s): Hampton Roads Chamber \nParking; 2 HOURS FREE PARKING AVAILABLE IN NORFOLK PARKING GARAGES \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hampton-roads-military-business-network/
LOCATION:Hampton Roads SBDC\, 101 West Main Street Suite 800\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,SBDC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T183000
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SUMMARY:Connect Coastal Virginia's Sip & Socialize Business Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join Connect Coastal Virginia for our Sip & Socialize Networking Event where GovCon leaders\, tech innovators and creative minds meet!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/connect-coastal-virginias-sip-socialize-business-networking/
LOCATION:Lendy’s 2.0\, 4701 Shore Drive\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Information Session,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T130000
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SUMMARY:Surface Navy Association — Hampton Roads Monthly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly luncheon on 18 December 2025\, from 1130-1300 at Vista Point Conference Center\, 1754 Massey Hughes Dr (Naval Station Norfolk) Speaker: CAPT Matthew “Squeeze” Schlarmann\, Commanding Officer Naval Station Norfolk Topic: “The strength of our Navy is built on the solid foundation of our installations\, where innovation and operational excellence begin…..but it needs some help.” Advance registration is requested for accurate food guarantees. Please sign up online by 0800 on December 18\, 2025. \nALL active duty\, civilians\, and interested parties are welcome! \nWhat: “Naval Station Norfolk – The Foundry of the Atlantic Fleet” presented by CAPT Matthew “Squeeze” Schlarmann\, Commanding Officer Naval Station Norfolk \nTopic: “The strength of our Navy is built on the solid foundation of our installations\, where innovation and operational excellence begin…..but it needs some help.” \nWhen: Thursday\, 18 December 2025 1130-1300 \nWhere: Vista Point Conference Center\, 1754 Massey Hughes Dr (Naval Station Norfolk) \nCost: Active Duty E1 – E6: $8; E-7 & senior: $15. Non-active duty: $20. \nREGISTRATION:  RSVP here or cut & paste link into browser  https://airtable.com/appfP73EsVsvkF2aN/shrhLcZn33FXNb5Ng
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/surface-navy-association-hampton-roads-monthly-luncheon/
LOCATION:Naval Station Norfolk\, 1754 Massey Hughes Dr\, \, VA   Suggest an edit on 1754 Massey Hu\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23511\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
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SUMMARY:The AI Collective HR • AI for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days\, creating a gap doctors can’t bridge alone. What if you could use new AI tools to help find the answers? \nAre you\, or a loved one\, navigating a complex health journey? The old model of “doctor’s orders” is being replaced by a new “patient as partner” model—and AI is the tool that makes it possible. \nJoin technologist Andrew Stafford and EVMS physician-researcher Atiq Bhatti\, MD\, for a groundbreaking 60-minute talk. \nWhat you’ll learn \n\nHow to safely use tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for your own health research.\nThe “trust barrier” that keeps doctors from using AI—and how it’s being solved.\nA look at the new\, doctor-specific AI tools like Open Evidence and UpToDate Expert AI that are changing medicine right now.\nHow patients\, nurses\, and small practice owners—not just giant hospitals—are at the center of this revolution.\n\nThis talk is for empowered patients\, healthcare staff (NPs/nurses)\, small practice owners\, and anyone curious about the future of medicine. \n​​We look forward to seeing you there and building a vibrant AI community in the 757 area!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-ai-collective-hr-ai-for-startups/
LOCATION:Assembly\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Information Session,Meetup,Networking
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