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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Circle
DESCRIPTION:A Network of Support for Women Leading at the Highest Levels \nThe Women’s Leadership Circle is for senior-level women leaders\, including VPs\, Directors\, C-suite executives\, and experienced entrepreneurs managing established teams. It’s a safe\, empowering space to share challenges\, exchange strategic insights\, and build authentic connections. \nMarch Focus: Quarterly Review & Intention-Setting\nTake a thoughtful pause to reflect on your first quarter—what’s working\, what can improve\, and how you want to move forward. Through guided discussion and group support\, you’ll gain valuable insights and set clear goals and intentions for the months ahead.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/womens-leadership-circle-5/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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SUMMARY:Norfolk Kick Back
DESCRIPTION:Kick Back with us on Thursday\, March 13\, from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at the Glass Light Hotel & Gallery!\n\n\nKick Back at the Glass Light Hotel & Gallery with the city’s top creatives and innovators. Peruse the beautifully curated glass art collection while enjoying music by students from the Governor’s School for the Arts. Free drink tickets for the first 25 attendees! \nThank you to our Annual Presenting Sponsor Towne Financial Services Group & Event Sponsor InnoVAte Hampton Roads. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nThe Norfolk Kick Back is a monthly series providing unique opportunities and spontaneous collisions among emerging and established entrepreneurs\, creatives\, professionals and business leaders while highlighting the region’s unique dining and entertainment. \n\n\nAbout the Norfolk Innovation Corridor \nThe Norfolk Innovation Corridor (NIC) is a designated technology zone dedicated to attracting and retaining technology companies while serving as a magnet for a talented and diverse workforce by fostering a culture and community that encourages and supports opportunities to bring together entrepreneurs and facilitates spontaneous collisions. The NIC is an area paralleling the Elizabeth River Trail that stretches from Norfolk State University to Old Dominion University\, including the Eastern Virginia Medical School\, Sentara\, Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters\, Fort Norfolk\, Downtown Norfolk\, the Neon Arts District and the Harbor Park area.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/norfolk-kick-back/
LOCATION:Glass Light Hotel & Gallery\, Autograph Collection\, 201 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking,NIC,Venture Out
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SUMMARY:Female Founders Collective: Co-Ed Edition
DESCRIPTION:After multiple requests from male founders for a space to connect and collaborate\, I’m excited to introduce a quarterly co-ed edition of the Female Founders Collective. This special gathering welcomes both men and women founders to join in meaningful conversation\, clarity\, and collaboration. \nMarch Focus: Quarterly Review & Intention-Setting\nTake a thoughtful pause to reflect on your first quarter—what’s working\, what can improve\, and how you want to move forward. Through guided discussion and group support\, you’ll gain valuable insights and set clear goals and intentions for the months ahead.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/female-founders-collective-co-ed-edition/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Circle
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Join the Women’s Leadership Circle\, where senior women leaders and executives come together for transformational group coaching and peer support designed to support your growth at the highest levels. \nWho’s This Group For?\nThe Women’s Leadership Circle is for senior-level women leaders\, including VPs\, Directors\, C-suite executives\, and experienced entrepreneurs managing established teams. It’s a safe\, empowering space to share challenges\, exchange strategic insights\, and build authentic connections. \nNot sure if this is right for you? Reach out before registering—I’m happy to chat about how this group can best support your leadership journey.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/womens-leadership-circle-2/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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SUMMARY:Female Founders Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Female Founders Collective is a space for real talk\, genuine support\, and actionable progress. This is not another networking group—it’s a dedicated space to “do the work” together with like-minded women who understand the entrepreneurial journey. Whether you’re looking for guidance\, facing a business hurdle\, or simply need a space to celebrate your wins\, these hybrid sessions (offered both in-person and virtually) provide the flexibility and connection you need to move forward with confidence. \nDrop-in sessions offer:\nReal Talk: Honest conversations about the challenges and successes of entrepreneurship.\nGenuine Support: Be part of a group that uplifts\, encourages\, and celebrates your progress.\nPractical Impact: Walk away with actionable insights and clarity that you can immediately implement in your business.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/female-founders-collective-2/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Circle
DESCRIPTION:A Network of Support for Women Leading at the Highest Levels \nReady to take your leadership to the next level? Join the Women’s Leadership Circle\, where senior women leaders and executives come together for transformational group coaching and peer support designed to support your growth at the highest levels. \nWho’s This Group For?\nThe Women’s Leadership Circle is for senior-level women leaders\, including VPs\, Directors\, C-suite executives\, and experienced entrepreneurs managing established teams. It’s a safe\, empowering space to share challenges\, exchange strategic insights\, and build authentic connections. \nNot sure if this is right for you? Reach out before registering—I’m happy to chat about how this group can best support your leadership journey.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/womens-leadership-circle/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:Female Founders Collective
DESCRIPTION:Where Female Founders Find Community\, Clarity\, and Collaboration \nAs a female founder\, you know that building and growing your business comes with its unique challenges and rewards. The Female Founders Collective is your space for real talk\, genuine support\, and actionable progress. This is not another networking group—it’s a dedicated space to “do the work” together with like-minded women who understand the entrepreneurial journey. \nWhether you’re looking for guidance\, facing a business hurdle\, or simply need a space to celebrate your wins\, these hybrid sessions (offered both in-person and virtually) provide the flexibility and connection you need to move forward with confidence. \nDrop-in sessions offer:\nReal Talk: Honest conversations about the challenges and successes of entrepreneurship.\nGenuine Support: Be part of a group that uplifts\, encourages\, and celebrates your progress.\nPractical Impact: Walk away with actionable insights and clarity that you can immediately implement in your business.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/female-founders-collective/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,NIC
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Access to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center: \nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-13/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,NIC
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SUMMARY:Startup Studios Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:LUNCH AND LEARNLUNCH AND LEARN
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/startup-studios-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:757 Startup Studios\, 400 Granby St\, #115\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 ScaleUp Alliance,757 Startup Studios,Information Session,NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T110000
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SUMMARY:Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT AT:  https://events.humanitix.com/access-to-capital-7-26-24 \n \nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-12/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T140000
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SUMMARY:Capital Gainz KIVA Microlending Program
DESCRIPTION:If you’re having a hard time getting a business loan and want to establish some business credit\, do not miss this FREE event. You will learn firsthand from the KIVA Diva how to be a part of the KIVA Microlending Program!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/capital-gainz-kiva-microlending-program/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,NIC
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SUMMARY:Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT AT: https://events.humanitix.com/access-to-capital-5-24-24\n \nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-11/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T123000
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship Exchange: Bridging Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:Designed to foster a vibrant community within Norfolk’s small business ecosystem. https://events.humanitix.com/entrepreneurship-exchange\n\n\nRegister for this event at: https://events.humanitix.com/entrepreneurship-exchange \nThis event has been strategically crafted to foster a vibrant community within Norfolk’s small business ecosystem. Through a networking event\, we aim to connect local entrepreneurs\, businesses\, start-ups\, and past and present participants of incubator programs. Our overarching goal is to enhance our presence within the community as a pivotal resource for fostering innovation in entrepreneurship\, particularly within underserved and minority communities. Our objective is to contribute to community revitalization by disseminating valuable information on business ownership and effective leadership practices. Throughout the event\, we will conduct a survey to gauge the demand for entrepreneurial growth\, showcase current success stories\, and facilitate the establishment of enduring partnerships and relationships.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/entrepreneurship-exchange-bridging-past-and-present/
LOCATION:NSU Innovation Center\, 520 E. Main Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T100000
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SUMMARY:Access To Capital - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-online-8/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T110000
DTSTAMP:20240418T181303Z
CREATED:20240418T181303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T181303Z
UID:10002015-1713520800-1713524400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T180000
DTSTAMP:20240402T204549Z
CREATED:20240402T204549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T204549Z
UID:10002000-1712932200-1712944800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:2024 Maritime Conference
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to attend a Maritime Conference on Friday\, April 12th\, 2024. The future of the maritime industry: Workforce\, Resiliency\, and Technology. \nFeaturing a keynote address by Rear Admiral Ann C. Phillips\, US Navy (Ret.) Administrator\, Maritime Administration\, U.S. Department of Transportation. \n\n2:30 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. at Darden College of Education and Professional Studies Building\, Multipurpose Auditorium\, 1st Floor\n\nFollowed by an Art Exhibition Grand Opening and Reception \nMessage in a Bottle: Picturing Maritime Culture in Hampton Roads \n\n6:00 P.M. at Barry Art Museum\n\nFor specific questions or special accommodations\, please contact Maritime Initiatives in the Office of Research at 617-797-1304.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/2024-maritime-conference/
LOCATION:ODU\, 5115 Hampton Blvd\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, 23529
CATEGORIES:NIC,ODU
ORGANIZER;CN="ODU Maritime":MAILTO:emcmahon@odu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T110000
DTSTAMP:20240321T181318Z
CREATED:20240321T181318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T181318Z
UID:10001970-1711706400-1711710000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access To Capital - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-online-7/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T110000
DTSTAMP:20240321T181305Z
CREATED:20240321T181305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T181305Z
UID:10001969-1711706400-1711710000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-9/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T110000
DTSTAMP:20240201T181318Z
CREATED:20240201T181318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T181318Z
UID:10001834-1708682400-1708686000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access To Capital - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-online-6/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T110000
DTSTAMP:20240201T181304Z
CREATED:20240201T181304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T181304Z
UID:10001833-1708682400-1708686000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \n \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:\nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-8/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T160000
DTSTAMP:20240126T143943Z
CREATED:20240126T143943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T143943Z
UID:10001831-1706709600-1706716800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Enterprise Zone How to Qualify Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Department of Housing & Community Development is \nhosting an Enterprise Zone workshop on: \nWednesday\, January 31\, 2024 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nat \nDominion Tower\, 999 Waterside Drive\, Suite 400\, Norfolk \nIf in 2023\, you added at least four new jobs to your \npayroll or invested $100\,000 or more in real estate \nimprovements\, you may be eligible to apply for \nState Enterprise Zone incentives\, including: \nReal Property Investment Grant \nJob Creation Grant \nTo participate\, please register in advance!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/enterprise-zone-how-to-qualify-workshop/
LOCATION:Dominion Tower\, 999 Waterside Drive\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T120000
DTSTAMP:20231205T225919Z
CREATED:20231205T225919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T225919Z
UID:10001655-1702551600-1702555200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:The Department of Energy is looking to fund innovative ideas
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Innovator who likes to solve tough and important problems?
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-department-of-energy-is-looking-to-fund-innovative-ideas-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Information Session,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T140000
DTSTAMP:20231205T225909Z
CREATED:20231205T225909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T225909Z
UID:10001654-1702386000-1702389600@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:The Department of Energy is looking to fund innovative ideas
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Innovator who likes to solve tough and important problems?
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-department-of-energy-is-looking-to-fund-innovative-ideas/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Information Session,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T150000
DTSTAMP:20231117T150627Z
CREATED:20231117T150627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T150627Z
UID:10001617-1701954900-1701961200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:ENTREPRENEURIAL ENGINEERING
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in government contracting opportunities in engineering\, technology\, and construction?\n\n\nAre you interested in government contracting opportunities in engineering\, technology\, and construction? Come join us as we explore what it takes to qualify\, locate\, and compete for the most promising opportunities.   \nDecember 7\, 2023\, at the Chartway Arena\, 4320 Hampton Blvd.\, Norfolk\, VA 23529.  This event is free and open to the public.  \nFree Parking\, 43rd St\, Constant Center\, Floors 2\, 3\, or 5.   \nIt is brought to you by the Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Old Dominion University.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/entrepreneurial-engineering/
LOCATION:Chartway Arena\, 4320 Hampton Boulevard\, Norfolk\, VA 23508\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23508\, US
CATEGORIES:Information Session,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T133000
DTSTAMP:20231127T195353Z
CREATED:20231127T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T195353Z
UID:10001637-1701948600-1701955800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:ACG757 - Leading in Uncertain Times: A CEO & CFO Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:COVID is in the rear-view mirror\, inflation is persistent\, and supply chain and fuel costs remain complex. Commercial and consumer demand is down while labor costs are up and rising. The cost of money is high\, and credit is much less available. Today’s world events are unsettling.  \nCEOs and CFOs are in critical roles created to navigate\, survive\, and thrive in challenging times. This information and practical session will create a dynamic and free-flowing conversation with these professionals. Attendees will walk away with information that can be put into action for their business. 
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/acg757-leading-in-uncertain-times-a-ceo-cfo-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:Town Point Club\, 101 W. Main St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Information Session,Networking,NIC
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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
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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
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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
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SUMMARY:Congreso Económico
DESCRIPTION:Join us to engage and grow the Norfolk Hispanic Business Community!\n\n\nHispanic Chamber Presents: Congreso Económico \n \nFrom business planning to permitting\, banking & building your team\, Congreso Económico will connect you with tools & resources to start and grow your business! \n \n“Our mission is to drive sustainable economic growth through innovative strategies and collaborative partnerships.” \n \n September 21st\, 2023 : 9AM-12PM \nAssembly (400 Granby St.\, Norfolk\, VA 23510) \n \nAt our event you can expect: \nHost and Guest Speaker Panel Discussions \nOpportunity to Connect with the Hispanic Chamber and City Staff \nConnecting with Norfolk’s Hispanic Business Community \n \nIn partnership with the City of Norfolk Office of Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/congreso-economico/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Information Session,NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T110000
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to acquire funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping for your small business.\n\n\nAccess to capital refers to how difficult or simple it is for someone to obtain funds or resources for their business. When starting or running a business\, most people want access to capital. Businesses in the United States have access to a variety of funding options. Obtaining funding for a business\, on the other hand\, can be difficult for anyone\, let alone a member of a group that has endured discrimination and bias for decades. \nThe NSU Innovation Center (NSUIC) and the Small Business Development Council (SBDC) will provide you with information and requirements for acquiring funding\, such as grants\, debt/loans\, equity/investors\, and bootstrapping. Additionally\, this Access to Capital program will include a non-bank SBA 504 financing program aimed at existing businesses. \n \nSpeaker Info:\nBill Holloran\nBill Holloran has over 44 years of experience in business and economic development. He currently works as a Consultant/Counselor for Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. He is also the owner of a strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm. He has had successful financial exits and is a member of a regional angel investor network. \nHolloran previously worked as the Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers\, and Acquisitions\, and General Manager for Day & Zimmermann\, a $2.2 billion industrial energy conglomerate. He was also a Vice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group\, a $300 million specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. He served as the Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for 11 years\, where he developed and implemented management assistance\, international\, and financial programs throughout the Hampton Roads region. \nHolloran has extensive experience in executive management\, growth and expansion\, operations\, mergers\, and acquisitions\, technology project management\, and raising debt and equity capital\, including private equity funding. He has assisted hundreds of small business owners in the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia and been involved in various economic development and entrepreneurial activities.” \nAbout the NSU Innovation Center:  \nThe mission of the NSU Innovation Center is to serve as a liaison between Norfolk State University and our surrounding community. The Center’s main goal is to advance entrepreneurship for both aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing resources that support sustainable\, scalable businesses. \nFollow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest news and announcements.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/access-to-capital-7/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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