BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Innovate Hampton Roads - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20231120T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231120T133000 DTSTAMP:20231117T173311Z CREATED:20231117T173311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T173311Z UID:10001618-1700483400-1700487000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Women Entrepreneur Day Virtual Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate women entrepreneurs as we talk about growth and funding support resources for your small businesses and start-ups. We will also hear women share about lessons learned from their path to success. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/women-entrepreneur-day-virtual-celebration/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Networking,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Women-Entrepreneur-Day-Virtual-Celebration-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T120000 DTSTAMP:20231113T193437Z CREATED:20231112T181015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T193437Z UID:10001609-1700301600-1700308800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Resume & LinkedIn Profile Review DESCRIPTION:Join in with the 757ColorCoded Meetup as Matt Paddock\, North American Director of Talent Acquisition for AKQA\, shares resume and LinkedIn profile ‘Dos & Don’ts’. \nWe’ll also review some resumes and LinkedIn profiles live! \nThis event is sponsored by Assembly\, who’ll be sharing their incredible rooftop space with us! \n  \nABOUT 757COLORCODED \nGet together with people of color in technology to share your experiences in the industry\, learn about new tech\, and work towards enriching the local community. \nSee our code of conduct: https://757colorcoded.org/ \nYou can also join us on Slack at the 757ColorCoded workspace: http://invite.757colorcoded.org URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/resume-linkedin-profile-review/ LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States CATEGORIES:757ColorCoded,Jobs,Meetup,Networking GEO:36.852122;-76.291682 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Assembly Norfolk 400 Granby Street Norfolk VA 23510 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 Granby Street:geo:-76.291682,36.852122 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T183000 DTSTAMP:20231113T173913Z CREATED:20231113T173913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T173913Z UID:10001611-1700064000-1700073000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:HRNG Mocktails 3 Year Anniversary Event with FreeLife LLC DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate 3 Years of HRNG! This is a collab with FreeLife LLC at the beautiful Regus Co-Working space in Dominion Tower.\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate 3 Years of HRNG! This is a collab with FreeLife LLC at the beautiful Regus Co-Working space on the 25th floor of Dominion Tower in Norfolk right as you exit 264 coming into Downtown Norfolk. Join us as we enjoy Mocktails with gorgeous views of the water and downtown as the sun sets. We will hear from Christina Kimbrough about her company FreeLife LLC and from Agnes Pizzaro about all of the properties in Hampton Roads available from Regus! It’s going to be so much fun! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hrng-mocktails-3-year-anniversary-event-with-freelife-llc/ LOCATION:Dominion Tower\, 999 Waterside Drive\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,NIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/163361_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T110000 DTSTAMP:20231027T181647Z CREATED:20231027T181355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T181647Z UID:10001491-1699866000-1699873200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Small Business Series: Access to Capital DESCRIPTION:All entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts in the Hampton Roads region\, an opportunity awaits! The upcoming SMALL BUSINESS EDUCATIONAL SERIES is the place to be. Delve into the theme\, “Start\, Grow\, Thrive: Succeeding in Business” and uncover the tools to steer a business towards success. \nThe renowned Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center will present an illuminating session on “Access to Capital; Knowing Your Options.” The spotlight shines on Bill Holloran\, a stalwart in the HR Small Business Development community. His insights promise to be invaluable for all in attendance. \nThe excitement doesn’t end there! A mini-resource fair will follow\, presenting a golden opportunity to connect\, network\, and collaborate with several pioneering local organizations. \nAdmission is FREE! However\, spaces are limited\, so early registration is advised to ensure a spot. \nJoin this transformative session and help businesses in the region soar to greater heights! 🌱🚀 \nDownload flyer URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/small-business-series-access-to-capital/ LOCATION:Virginia Peninsula Chamber\, 11850 Merchants Walk\, Suite 110\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-27-at-2.03.33 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Allie Carson":MAILTO:allie@vpcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T190000 DTSTAMP:20231020T192048Z CREATED:20230828T183842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T192048Z UID:10001357-1698858000-1698865200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Venture Out at WHRO DESCRIPTION:Founders and early-stage businesses meet battle-tested CEOs and leaders from mature businesses for partnerships and relationships.\n\n\nWelcome to Innovate Hampton Road’s Venture Out! It’s our quarterly event\, formerly known as HR BIZWHEEL Quarterly Business Expo (now can you see why we rebranded?)\, it was a mouthful. \nEach quarter we host a fun-filled networking event that introduces new locations with new people so you can expand your business network. We also alternate between the Peninsula and the South Side to show everyone the love. \nWith each event comes with locally produced food\, beer\, wine and fun. \nWe also include a short presentation from our host organization to learn how you can do business with them and vice versa. \nPast evets have included: \n757 Makerspace \nThe Hive featuring Tom Walker\, CEO\, DroneUp \nMariners’ Museum featuring HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) \nSlover Libary featuring AK Schultz\, CEO of SVT Robotics \nNASA Langley \nDon’t miss out on the most supported event that everyone is talking about. We’ll see you there! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/venture-out-at-whro/ LOCATION:5200 Hampton Blvd\, 5200 Hampton Boulevard\, Norfolk\, VA 23508\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23508\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,NIC,Venture Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/161850_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T180000 DTSTAMP:20231017T192204Z CREATED:20231017T181024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T192204Z UID:10001481-1698336000-1698343200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Biotech & Beer – Coastal Virginia Biohub DESCRIPTION:Norfolk is home to an amazing network of biotech\, pharma\, medical device\, healthcare and life science professionals.  Join us for a Biotech and Beer where we will bring together our Coastal life science community from start-ups\, ecosystem builders\, academia and other industry innovators.\n\nThanks to our “Biotech & Beer “sponsors: GO Virginia\, Virginia Bio\, VA Bio-Connect\, EVMS\, and Virginia Beach Economic Development URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/biotech-beer-coastal-virginia-biohub/ LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking,NIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Coastal-BB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Bio":MAILTO:trumbo.caron@vabio.org GEO:36.852122;-76.291682 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Assembly Norfolk 400 Granby Street Norfolk VA 23510 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 Granby Street:geo:-76.291682,36.852122 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T140000 DTSTAMP:20230927T145944Z CREATED:20230927T145944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T145944Z UID:10001408-1697886000-1697896800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Brunched with Junior League of Norfolk & Virginia Beach DESCRIPTION:Our annual Brunched Event is getting a little “beachy” this year. Brunched 2023 will be an oceanfront location and will offer opportunities to help raise funds that will be used by the women of JLNVB in their efforts to give back to our community throughout the year. This year’s Brunched event will include a full brunch menu with items such as granola parfaits\, chicken & waffles\, quiche\, fruit and MUCH MORE along with mimosas\, music\, silent auction\, wine pull\, and much more! This year you can add a Mimosa Bucket to the fun along with your ticket purchase. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/brunched-with-junior-league-of-norfolk-virginia-beach/ LOCATION:Surf Club Oceanfront Grill\, 5700 Atlantic Ave\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451 CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Copy-of-2022.11_Brunched2.0-Instagram-Facebook-Post-Landscape.png ORGANIZER;CN="Junior League Norfolk - Virginia Beach JLNVB":MAILTO:brunched@jlnvb.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T190000 DTSTAMP:20231008T185646Z CREATED:20230907T140254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T185646Z UID:10001377-1697734800-1697742000@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Venture Out with NASA Langley DESCRIPTION:Founders and early-stage businesses meet battle-tested business leaders from around the region and establish relationships and partnerships.\n\n\nWelcome to Innovate Hampton Road’s Venture Out! It’s our quarterly event\, formerly known as HR BIZWHEEL Quarterly Business Expo (now can you see why we rebranded?)\, it was a mouthful. \nEach quarter we host a fun-filled networking event that introduces new locations with new people so you can expand your business network. We also alternate between the Peninsula and the South Side to show everyone the love. \nWith each event comes with locally produced food\, beer\, wine and fun. \nWe also include a short presentation from our host organization to learn how you can do business with them and vice versa. \nPast evets have included: \n757 Makerspace \nThe Hive featuring Tom Walker\, CEO\, DroneUp \nMariners’ Museum featuring HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) \nSlover Libary featuring AK Schultz\, CEO of SVT Robotics \nDon’t miss out on the most supported event that everyone is talking about. We’ll see you there! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/venture-out-with-nasa-langley/ LOCATION:NASA Langley Research Center\, 1 NASA Dr\, Hampton\, VA 23666\, Hampton\, VA\, 23666\, US CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,Venture Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/162020_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T140000 DTSTAMP:20230831T193356Z CREATED:20230831T193356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T193356Z UID:10001367-1694196000-1694354400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Emerge Presents A 3 Day Event All About Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:Emerge presents a 3 day event all about entrepreneurs. Fashion. Technology. Awards.\n\n\nEmerge Presents A 3 Day Event All About Entrepreneurs \nJoin us for an exciting 3-day event that celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship! From Fri Sep 08 2023\, we invite you to immerse yourself in a world where innovation\, creativity\, and passion collide. \nHosted at Multiple Venues\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, this event promises to be a dynamic and inspiring experience. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner\, this is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable insights\, network with like-minded individuals\, and discover the latest trends in the entrepreneurial landscape. \nOver the course of three days\, you’ll have the chance to attend engaging workshops\, listen to inspiring keynote speakers\, and participate in interactive panel discussions. Our lineup of industry experts and successful entrepreneurs will share their knowledge\, experiences\, and strategies for success. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn\, connect\, and grow. Mark your calendars for Fri Sep 08 2023 and get ready to be inspired! We can’t wait to see you at Emerge Presents A 3 Day Event All About Entrepreneurs! \nSeptember 8\, 2023 6:00-8:00pm Gastro at 23rd\, Newport News\, VA Its All About Tech/Its All About Networking From 6-8pm Tech organizations will teach business owners how to use technology to the most potential. Work smarter not harder by using technology to emerge your business to the next level of business. Following the tech segment\, there will be networking. \nSeptember 9\, 2023 6:00pm-10:00pm Holiday Inn\, Newport News\, VA. It’s All About Business The must attend event of the year. This gala will celebrate the business owners that were nominated\, then voted to win the Emerge Awards. This event will be the magazine release party. Red carpet\, media interviews\, awards\, and dancing. This event is bringing the business community together. Black tie affair. \n6:00pm-7:00pm VIP & Media Hour. \n7:00pm-10:00pm General Admission \nRed Carpet Hosts: Arrington Gavin & SyRok Foxx \nSeptember 10\, 2023 1:00pm-4:00pm Monroe Rooftop\, Hampton\, Virginia It’s All About Fashion URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/emerge-presents-a-3-day-event-all-about-entrepreneurs/ LOCATION:Hampton\, Multiple Venues\, Hampton\, VA 23669\, Hampton\, VA\, 23669\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/161924_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T190000 DTSTAMP:20230802T165316Z CREATED:20230802T165316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T165316Z UID:10001322-1692810000-1692817200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Meet Lighthouse Lab's Newest Cohort Companies! DESCRIPTION:Join Lighthouse Labs for an evening at Slingshot Social Club to connect and network with our newest founders\, Cohort 15!\n\n\nJoin Lighthouse Labs at our Meet the Cohort Social on Wednesday\, August 23\, from 5 – 7 pm at the Slingshot Social Game Club (3301 W Clay St\, Richmond\, VA 23230). Help us give our newest Lighthouse founders a big RVA welcome during their first week in the program! \nEach of our eight companies’ founders will be available to meet and chat in this relaxed\, fun environment. You can learn about their products and services by visiting their stations around the venue. \n\nChiyo (New York\, NY; cofounders Jennifer Jolorte Doro and Irene Liu) is uniquely positioned at the intersection of women’s health and holistic medicine\, building a category-defining\, personalized nutritional therapy platform that guides women from fertility through postpartum. It’s where Eastern food therapy meets nutritional science for expecting families.\n\n\nGenLogs (Arlington\, VA; cofounders Blake Balch\, Ryan Joyce\, and Joe Sherman) is redefining supply chain visibility by applying AI to a nationwide network of roadside sensors\, mapping America’s truck carrier networks to minimize fraud and theft and maximize market efficiency. This means goods arrive at stores and doors faster and safer\, for less cost.\n\n\nKeya & Co. (Richmond\, VA; founder Keya Wingfield) creates culturally-inspired snack foods using the unique flavor profiles of India. Their first product is Keya’s Bombay Chips\, featuring masala-spiced potatoes. More flavors and snacks are in development.\n\n\nLinshom Medical (Ellicott City\, MD; founders Ronen Feldman and Ric Hughen) is the first to deliver operating room quality respiratory monitoring to a patient’s bedside. The FDA 510(k)- cleared\, patented Linshom Respiratory Monitor improves safety by providing continuous\, uninterrupted\, critical respiratory information through innovative monitoring technology.\n\n\nN-Smart (Sterling\, VA; founder Kiran Yeddala) enables intelligent damage assessment and system recovery for energy grids using IoT. N-Smart helps utilities expedite the restoration of services by monitoring utility poles’ status\, tracking tools in the service trucks\, and automating supply management.\n\n\nParlay (Alexandria\, VA; cofounders James Cho\, Jay Long\, and Alex McLeod) is a B2B SaaS startup that helps community banks and credit unions attract\, qualify\, and convert small business borrowers. The platform seamlessly helps borrowers become “loan approval ready” and compile loan application packets\, while providing lenders with unique analytics and alternative creditworthiness insights.\n\n\nSherah (Richmond\, VA; founder Kristin Richardson) is a personal assistant service – both virtual and in person – helping busy families get their to-do list done so there’s more time and energy for more important things in life. Members choose a monthly plan\, then schedule and delegate tasks to Sherah’s community of assistants.\n\n\nTiny Docs (Chicago\, IL; cofounders Dustin Claretto\, Vivek Poola\, and Sunny Williams) is an interactive children’s health platform using the power of animation\, storytelling\, and technology to teach kids and families about health and save providers time. The platform is packed with educational videos\, activities\, and resources to meet pediatric patients where they are and nurture better health for the next generation.\n\nSlingshot Social Club features Skeeball\, bocce\, duckpin bowling and more\, plus a tap wall featuring 42 craft beers\, ciders\, and wines. Lighthouse will provide snacks and a sampler card for the tap wall. \nUpon arrival\, parking is available all along the street outside of Slingshot. Enter through the front doors for check-in. After checking in\, you will receive your sampler card. \nWe hope you can attend! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/meet-lighthouse-labs-newest-cohort-companies/ LOCATION:Slingshot Social Game Club\, 3301 West Clay Street\, Richmond\, VA 23230\, Richmond\, VA\, 23230\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/161454_image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T190000 DTSTAMP:20230728T191156Z CREATED:20230728T191156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T191156Z UID:10001321-1692205200-1692212400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Traveling Broker Shindig DESCRIPTION:Just a bunch of professionals getting together to mingle\, drink\, and conquer the world! \nStrictly a social event. No presentation\, just chatting with new and old friends. \nRSVP to: kim@cmsmortgage.com URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/traveling-broker-shindig/ LOCATION:Decent People Taproom\, 5140 River Club Drive\, Suffolk CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/traveling-broker-shindig-flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Hasty":MAILTO:kim@cmsmortgage.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T090000 DTSTAMP:20230629T205121Z CREATED:20230629T205056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T205121Z UID:10001264-1689665400-1689670800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:2023 Rising Tide DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Peninsula Chamber and Christopher Newport University Luter School of Business have joined forces on an initiative to foster collaboration and facilitate meaningful and constructive discussions on key issues impacting our region’s economic development. This kick-off event aims to bring together business owners\, industry professionals\, academics\, and community leaders to collectively address challenges\, identify opportunities\, and explore innovative strategies. This event will serve as a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise and perspectives to the broader conversation on economic growth and entrepreneurship. By coming together\, we can collectively shape strategies and initiatives that will have a lasting impact on our region. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/2023-rising-tide/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn – Newport News\, 980 Omni Blvd\, Newport News\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot-2023-06-29-at-4.50.14-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T190000 DTSTAMP:20230523T144941Z CREATED:20230523T144941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T144941Z UID:10001205-1686844800-1686855600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Retail Recess DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Retail Recess event at Topgolf in Virginia Beach! It will be a great opportunity for a very discounted team building night out. Bring your team along to network with your fellow retail community while enjoying good food\, drinks and a little friendly competition. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/retail-recess/ LOCATION:Top Golf\, 5444 Greenwich Road\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23462 CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Topgolf.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T133000 DTSTAMP:20230420T150034Z CREATED:20230420T150034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T150034Z UID:10001097-1686828600-1686835800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Cyber State: What Business Leaders Need to Know Presented by ACG 757 and Merit 2.0 DESCRIPTION:The FBI plays a front-line role in assessing global threats to the United States and has expanded capabilities to prevent cyber damage to American businesses. This event will outline the stark threat landscape posed by Russia\, China and financially motivated cyber criminals who weaponize American technology to harm U.S. businesses\, and what every business leader needs to know. \nJoin us for an FBI presentation followed by a panel discussion on how cyber threats impact local businesses and what leaders can do in preparation and response. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/cyber-state-what-business-leaders-need-to-know-presented-by-acg-757-and-merit-2-0/ LOCATION:Town Point Club\, 101 W. Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Information Session,Networking,NIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EmailHeader_757-Cyber-650-A—-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Marsh":MAILTO:acg757@acg.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T193000 DTSTAMP:20230508T165909Z CREATED:20230508T165909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T165909Z UID:10001193-1684225800-1684265400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:SPARK757 DESCRIPTION:The Dominion Energy Innovation Center is bringing their SPARK Virginia program to Jefferson Lab on May 16th\, 2023. SPARK757 is a full day micro-conference focused on advancing and supporting energy innovators. Startups\, aspiring entrepreneurs\, and researchers building products and services to bring about the clean energy transition are encouraged to attend. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/spark757/ LOCATION:Jefferson Lab\, 12000 Jefferson Ave\, Newport News\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-08-at-12.58.26-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T203000 DTSTAMP:20230508T144139Z CREATED:20230508T144139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T144139Z UID:10001192-1683657000-1683664200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:HRVA UX/UI Meetup DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow local UX/UI professionals and students for a drink\, great continued education\, and some conversation! This is a wonderful opportunity to step away from the screens to share ideas\, challenges\, career goals\, and be inspired while making connections with your local UX/UI professionals. \nHow to find us:\nEvent hosts will be wearing a teal lanyard as well as providing teal lanyards for all attendees to make us easy to spot upon arrival. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hrva-ux-ui-meetup/ LOCATION:Cova Brewing Company\, 9529 Shore Dr\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, 23518 CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/1682979482088.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T230000 DTSTAMP:20230330T202123Z CREATED:20230330T202123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T202123Z UID:10001071-1682618400-1682636400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Something in the Water Community Event: A Seat at the Table DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Hampton Roads (ULHR) in collaboration with the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Arts (VMOCA) will host “A Seat at the Table: An Arts & Culture Experience\,” in celebration of the 3rd Annual Something in the Water Music Festival.The event will feature exhibitions from international artists\, Kara Walker and LaToya M. Hobbs. VMOCA will also be featuring artists in residence\, such as Amber Pierce\, Poetry Jackson and Nadd Harvin\, alongside (4) regional artists we selected to be featured throughout the museum: Ashley Raeneil\, Chris Green\, Loscar Creations\, and QRCKY. Live music will be provided by Fortresses and Tha Fellaz\, hosted by Q5. Additionally\, the event will feature an Arts & Culture Panel Conversation\, moderated by Stephanie Walters\, featuring prominent and emerging creators\, executives\, and entrepreneurs discussing the importance of supporting Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color (BIPOC) arts and culture\, and elevating their voices and platforms\, especially in the Hampton Roads region. This donation-based ticketed event offers a unique museum exhibit experience and promises to be the heartbeat of Hampton Roads creatives in Virginia Beach for the Something in the Water Festival. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/something-in-the-water-community-event-a-seat-at-the-table/ LOCATION:Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art\, 2200 Parks Avenue\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23692\, United States CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-30-at-4.16.13-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T103000 DTSTAMP:20230407T181243Z CREATED:20230407T181243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T181243Z UID:10001090-1681462800-1681468200@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners DESCRIPTION:Join us for  \nCoffee with Virginia Venture Partners \nDate: April 14\, 2023 \nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM \nRegistration Required: RSVP Here  \nJoin VIPC’s Virginia Venture Partners for an “Ask Us Anything” session to answer your questions about growing your startup. \nRSVP Here: RSVP  URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-31/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,VIPC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-07-at-2.10.59-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation":MAILTO:priscilla.trimble@virginiaipc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T171500 DTSTAMP:20230310T205349Z CREATED:20230310T205349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T205349Z UID:10001055-1679587200-1679591700@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:NIC/ULI/ERT Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Learn about innovation and entrepreneurship during the ULI Walking Tour on March 23 with Norfolk Innovation Corridor and ULI Virginia. Hear from Black BRAND\, NSU Innovation Center\, and ODU Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. \nAfterward\, take a stroll with ERT Executive Director\, Kindra Greene\, as we head to a trailside restaurant for happy hour! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/nic-uli-ert-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Black Brand Headquarters\, 520 E Main Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510 CATEGORIES:Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,NIC 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:20230315T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T190000 DTSTAMP:20230213T163827Z CREATED:20230213T163827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T163827Z UID:10000980-1678899600-1678906800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Meet Lighthouse Labs' Newest Companies! DESCRIPTION:Join Lighthouse Labs for an evening at Slingshot Social Club to connect and network with our newest founders\, Cohort 14!\n\n\nJoin Lighthouse Labs at our Meet the Cohort Social on Wednesday\, March 15\, from 5 – 7 pm at the Slingshot Social Game Club (3301 W Clay St\, Richmond\, VA 23230). Help us give our newest Lighthouse founders a big RVA welcome during their first week in the program! \nEach of our eight companies’ founders will be available to meet and chat in this relaxed\, fun environment. You can learn about their products and services by visiting their stations around the venue. \nSlingshot Social Club features Skeeball\, bocce\, duckpin bowling and more\, plus a tap wall featuring 42 craft beers\, ciders\, and wines. Lighthouse will provide snacks and a sampler card for the tap wall. \nUpon arrival\, parking is available all along the street outside of Slingshot. Enter through the front doors for check-in. After checking in\, you will receive your sampler card. \nWe hope you can attend! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/meet-lighthouse-labs-newest-companies/ LOCATION:Slingshot Social Game Club\, 3301 West Clay Street\, Richmond\, VA 23230\, Richmond\, VA\, 23230\, US CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/152142_image.png 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:20230302T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000 DTSTAMP:20231008T185739Z CREATED:20221213T152733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T185739Z UID:10000608-1677776400-1677783600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:HR BizWheel Quarterly Business Expo - Newport News Shipbuilding DESCRIPTION:HR BizWheel Quarterly is a new business expo event series brought by the Hampton Roads Innovation Collaborative and StartWheel.\n\n\nHR BizWheel Quarterly is an event series celebrating business success in Hampton Roads\, Virginia. The series alternates locations between the Peninsula and Southside of the region\, and moves from city to city\, demonstrating the reach of the regional business ecosystem. \nHeld from 5-7pm\, these events showcase successful businesses in the region\, while providing valuable networking and connection opportunity to attendees. \nFood and beverages (including adult) will be provided. \nA modest $5 fee is charged to protect us from no-shows after our investment in food and drinks. \nThis March 2\, 2023 event will showcase the contributions of Newport News Shipbuilding as a primary regional employer and contributor to the regional economy and held at the wonderful Mariners’ Museum and Park. \nTo see examples of past events\, go to: https://technologyhamptonroads.com/events-gallery/ URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hr-bizwheel-quarterly-business-expo-and-connection-event/ LOCATION:The Mariners’ Museum and Park\, 100 Museum Drive\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,Venture Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/HII_NNS_digitial_shipbuilding-1-900.png 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:20230223T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T190000 DTSTAMP:20230131T160426Z CREATED:20230131T160426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T160426Z UID:10000971-1677168000-1677178800@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Langley 757 Career Summit DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/langley-757-career-summit/ LOCATION:Riverview Event Center\, 128 Benedict Ave\, Hampton\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-0222-23757CareerSummit-LangleyEXHIBITORFLYER-0123.jpg 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: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:20230126T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T190000 DTSTAMP:20230113T212544Z CREATED:20230113T212544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T212544Z UID:10000641-1674748800-1674759600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:VCU & Polygon Guild Virginia Present: An Evening with Polygon Technology DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join the Web3 revolution! Start ’23 right with networking\, career opportunities\, and some great swag!\n\n\nVCU & Polygon Guild Virginia Present: An Evening with Polygon Technology! \nThis will be an opportunity to learn more about Web3 with one of the most significant players in the space. \nOpen to the public\, with free beer\, wine\, swag\, and more! Space is limited so be sure to RSVP! \nTICKET DOES NOT GUARNATEE ENTRY\, BE SURE TO GET THERE ON TIME! \nFrom 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM\, we will be hosting a fireside discussion with Virginia Blockchain Council\, VCU Blockchain\, and State and Local Blockchain Association. We will discuss all things blockchain\, Polygon\, and career opportunities in Web3! \nPolygon is a scaling solution for the Ethereum blockchain that’s emerged to provide faster transactions and lower user costs. Polygon has forged partnerships across many of the top brands in the world\, introducing them to Web3: \n\nStarbucks\nDisney\nNike\nInstagram\nReddit\n\nAnd many\, many more….. \nIf you’re native to blockchain\, or interested in learning more about the community\, we’d love to see you there! URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/vcu-polygon-guild-virginia-present-an-evening-with-polygon-technology/ LOCATION:SHIFT Retail Lab\, 1235 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA 23220\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/151274_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T210000 DTSTAMP:20221207T151528Z CREATED:20221207T151528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T151528Z UID:10000599-1674669600-1674680400@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Women in Business Wine Night DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy an evening of free wine and charcuterie boards\, talk about business and finance\, and make some new friends.\n\n\nThis event is for any woman who is interested in starting a business\, currently running a business or professional women who want to learn more about finances. We will have wine and charcuterie\, a panel of speakers\, and plenty of time to mix and mingle and make some new connections. URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/women-in-business-wine-night/ LOCATION:Tinto Wine & Cheese\, 2129 General Booth Boulevard #ste 116\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23454\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23454\, US CATEGORIES:Business,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/150462_image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T103000 DTSTAMP:20230113T144026Z CREATED:20230110T234831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T144026Z UID:10000923-1674205200-1674210600@www.innovate757.org SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners DESCRIPTION:Join Jen O’Daniel\, Senior Director and Greg Feldmann\, Venture Partner of Virginia Venture Partners for a masterclass in bootstrapping\, raising capital and exiting a company (outside of Northern Virginia) with Jon Hagmaier founder and former CEO of Interactive Achievement (acquired by PowerSchool)\, founder of investment firm Common Wealth Growth and current co-founder and CEO of Veracity.\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee with Virginia Venture Partners\n\nDate: January 20\, 2023\n\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nRegistration Required: RSVP Here URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-24/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Angel Investing,Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,VIPC,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot-2023-01-13-at-9.39.44-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation":MAILTO:priscilla.trimble@virginiaipc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR