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SUMMARY:Pop-Up Park on Granby: Follow-Up Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Do you believe there is a need for public/green space in urban environments? Join us on the rooftop for our second meeting discussing a pop up park in Norfolk! No registration needed\, just show up!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/pop-up-park-on-granby-follow-up-meeting/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to learn photography but can’t seem to get off of the auto setting? Never fear! Our very own Jared Beasley from Istoria and founder of 757 Collective will be teaching a hands-on workshop on the fundamentals of photography. So grab your DSLR and we’ll help with the rest! See the community portal for a tenant & member discount. – https://757collective.com/event/fundamentals-of-photography-workshop-3/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/fundamentals-of-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:The Future of Norfolk: St. Paul's Transformation Project
DESCRIPTION:The St. Paul’s Area Transformation Project is a strategic partnership between the City of Norfolk and the Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority. Please join us for an open discussion with WPA and the City of Norfolk as we learn from our history to make a better future. – https://assemblynfk.spaces.nexudus.com/events/1415179175/st-pauls-transformation
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-future-of-norfolk-st-pauls-transformation-project/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:ICAP Hosted Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join 757 Startup Studios and the Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program for an evening filled with networking and a good time hosted by ICAP. Light hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served. – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/icap-hosted-happy-hour-tickets-512126904357
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/icap-hosted-happy-hour-2/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:ICAP Hosted Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening filed with networking and a good time at the ICAP hosted happy hour. Light hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served.\n\n\nThe event will not be open to the public.  \nIt will be open to: \n757 Collab active and alumni founders \nMembers of Assembly \nRISE founders \nHRBRC founders
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/icap-hosted-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:757 Maker Space,Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,SBDC
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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-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T103000
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SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-8/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230323T220000
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SUMMARY:ULI Virginia: Elizabeth River Trail Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join ULI and NIC as they start at Black BRAND exploring Main and Bank streets in downtown Norfolk and head to Waterside on the Elizabeth River Trail (ERT). Featured NIC businesses are Black BRAND\, ODU IIE\, and NSU Innovation Center. We’ll end at a trailside restaurant for happy hour. – https://uli.org/events/detail/b4243632-ceeb-46ab-bb98-b736c17a7add/?_gl=1*1m2ix7e*_ga*MTI4NTQ3Mjc1OC4xNjc4NDU5MzYy*_ga_HB94BQ21DS*MTY3ODQ1OTM2Mi4xLjEuMTY3ODQ1OTM5OS4wLjAuMA..
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/uli-virginia-elizabeth-river-trail-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T160000
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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
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SUMMARY:Get Well Soon: Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided gentle yoga with Instructor Lian and Get Well Soon. Beginner-friendly; don’t forget your mat! – https://assemblynfk.spaces.nexudus.com/events/1415142722/get-well-soon-guided-meditation
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/get-well-soon-yoga/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230322T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T140000
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesday: Truth Peace Love Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us Wellness Wednesday with our very own Jelisa (Grow) who owns Truth Peace Love! Their sole mission is to serve\, inspire and empower you to take charge of your own health by nurturing the mind\, body and soul holistically. There will be juice\, scrambled eggs (vegan option available)\, and matcha waffles for purchase!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/wellness-wednesday-truth-peace-love-pop-up/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-7/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230316T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230316T160000
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SUMMARY:Stockpot Delivery Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Stockpot delivery day! Order your lunch online no later than 3 pm on Tuesday\, March 14th to be included in the group order. Use the promo code “ASSEMBLY” when you check out and select “pickup” for free delivery! Food will be delivered on the first floor at 11:30 a.m. Sign up for their rewards program and you’ll earn points towards a $5 discount. – https://food.google.com/chooseprovider?restaurantId=/g/11fk33lqlz&g2lbs=ALIxsqqA1r9Jy0Dgw2zmn7vaonxaV5bJHLC3y2-Ofv__pnVmbSmwK_WEatRwyOZ646ine9fQKKUep0EjPfkx3DHjDZWNNNTmGA%3D%3D&hl=en-US&gl=us&ssta=1&fo_m=MfohQo559jFvMWvkddHzV46uMT_RFPQ05bfKMQVr5-7IofUJMU_hT8vrWuwRMUv3d8yCO4PgMUOzJVpjPL1YMfZ3bInYwBDuMfaXTPp5KXh-&gei=mRUGZKOMBoCi5NoPsP-1oAI&ei=mRUGZKOMBoCi5NoPsP-1oAI&fo_s=OA\,AH&sei=CZRezjVJIhK2ESFkImjZZ-ej&utm_campaign&utm_source=search
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/stockpot-delivery-day/
LOCATION:Assembly Norfolk\, 400 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T093000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T103000
DTSTAMP:20230112T191027Z
CREATED:20230112T191027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T191027Z
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SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-6/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T103000
DTSTAMP:20230112T191026Z
CREATED:20230112T191026Z
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SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-5/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T103000
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SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-4/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T093000
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CREATED:20230131T194151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T194151Z
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SUMMARY:Learn About the Employee Retention Tax Credit
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Employee Retention Tax Credits
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/learn-about-the-employee-retention-tax-credit/
LOCATION:The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Hampton Roads\, 1401 Ballentine Blvd\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Information Session,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T103000
DTSTAMP:20230112T191024Z
CREATED:20230112T191024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T191024Z
UID:10000926-1676883600-1676889000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-3/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T103000
DTSTAMP:20230112T191023Z
CREATED:20230112T191023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T191023Z
UID:10000925-1676278800-1676284200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T103000
DTSTAMP:20230112T191013Z
CREATED:20230112T191013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T191013Z
UID:10000924-1675674000-1675679400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Align: Small Business Series
DESCRIPTION:“Get ready to take your small business to the next level with our 8-week interactive workshop series\, “Align: Small Business Series”!\n\n\nThis comprehensive program is designed for small business owners\, current and potential Selden Market businesses as well as the community\, looking to improve their funding\, marketing\, and growth strategies. \nThroughout the 8 weeks\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and receive one-on-one consulting and mentorship. Topics covered will include funding your business\, what all small businesses really need\, marketing strategy\, capital investors & growth strategies\, simple business planning\, pitching vs closing\, financial projections\, and raising capital. \nIn addition to the core workshops\, there will also be supplemental workshops and events focused on creditworthiness\, cash flow and budgeting\, side-hustles and lifestyle businesses\, and popup vendor events. This is a great opportunity for small business owners to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain valuable insights\, and take their business to the next level.”
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/align-small-business-series/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC,ODU
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/151231_image.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T100000
DTSTAMP:20231008T190247Z
CREATED:20221122T193827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T190247Z
UID:10000576-1671181200-1671184800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:NIC Unfiltered: A Caffeinated Collaboration Series
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded entrepreneurs for coffee and conversation with Chris Uiterwyk\, Founder & CEO of IPConfigure Inc.\, at Assembly.\n\n\nCome grab a complimentary coffee and listen to Chris Uiterwyk\, Founder & CEO of IPConfigure Inc.\, converse about building a business\, raising and receiving capital\, finding and signing customers and driving a culture of entrepreneurship. \nAbout Chris: Chris Uiterwyk is the founder and chief executive officer of IPConfigure\, Inc.\, a privately owned software development company he founded because he saw an opportunity to develop IT centric video surveillance applications. With more than 26 years of experience in the technology industry\, Mr. Uiterwyk lead IPConfigure from a bootstrapped startup to the multi-million dollar company it is today. Combining fiscal restraint with an eye for talent\, Mr. Uiterwyk has a reputation of winning by leveraging every resource at his disposal to position IPConfigure as a leading video management software company. \nMr. Uiterwyk grew up in Florida on a horse farm and served in the United States Navy as a helicopter Special Operations Crew Chief and Rescue Swimmer. Mr. Uiterwyk earned his bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University\, and he currently resides in Virginia with his wife and three children. \nAbout NIC: The Norfolk Innovation Corridor is a thriving technology zone founded for the purpose of encouraging growth in entrepreneurship and innovation\, attracting new technology start-ups\, retaining a talented workforce\, developing a dense community of innovators and providing 21st century career opportunities for residents of Norfolk and our region. \nFill out a brief survey by clicking on the link below to receive some swag! \nUnfiltered Survey
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/nic-unfiltered-a-caffeinated-collaboration-series-5/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221214T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221214T100000
DTSTAMP:20220405T190839Z
CREATED:20220405T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T190839Z
UID:10000520-1671008400-1671012000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:1M Cups Virginia Beach @ Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Join us as for coffee\, networking\, and community building!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1m-cups-virginia-beach-assembly-9/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T193000
DTSTAMP:20221004T135834Z
CREATED:20221004T135834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T135834Z
UID:10000792-1670434200-1670441400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:757 Collab Holiday Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a good time\, music\, DELICIOUS food\, drinks\, and a beautiful aesthetic.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/757-collab-holiday-social/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T190000
DTSTAMP:20231008T185759Z
CREATED:20221025T125521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231008T185759Z
UID:10000806-1669914000-1669921200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:HR BizWheel Quarterly Business Expo -- Drone Up!
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. \nPizza 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..
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/hr-bizwheel-quarterly-business-expo-and-connection-event-2/
LOCATION:The HIVE\, VB Business Resource Center in VB Town Center\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Just For Fun,Meetup,Networking,NIC,Venture Out
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T110000
DTSTAMP:20220728T141807Z
CREATED:20220728T141807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T141807Z
UID:10000472-1669802400-1669806000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Access to Capital: IN PERSON
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. \n \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. \nNOTE: \nThis event will be held in person at the Norfolk State University Innovation Center in Norfolk VA. \n \nSpeaker Info: \nBill Holloran \nForty-four-year business and economic development career includes: \n \nCurrent economic development efforts include Consultant/Counselor work with Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads\, Inc.\, and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce.  I am an active member of the Hampton Roads economic development ecosystem (2020 to present) \n \nHolloran Enterprises\, Owner strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm.  Current investments and operations in three businesses.  Additional consulting efforts average several projects a year for for-profit and non-profit organizations.  Work is principally in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia; (2007 – Present) \n•	Two successful financial exits \n•	Member of regional angel investor network \n \nDay & Zimmermann: Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers and Acquisitions\, and General Manager duties in Norfolk\, Virginia\, reporting to the President responsible for strategy development; mergers and acquisitions; and business services for a $1.3 billion industrial energy conglomerate providing engineering\, maintenance modification\, and specialty contracting to the power industry and government customers.  (Day & Zimmermann is the firm that acquired The Atlantic Group); (2006 – 2019) \n•	Executive management team; growth and expansion experience \n•	Technology project management \n•	Mergers; private equity experience \n \nVice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group (minority owner)\, a specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. Reported to the President and a member of the Board of Directors responsible for strategic planning and select operational components of a $300 million managed services contractor serving the electric utility industry and government: (1997- 2006) \n•	Executive management team; growth and expansion experience\, operations\, mergers and acquisitions \n•	Technology project management \n•	Rasing debt and equity capital including private equity funding (Wall Street\, et. al) \n•	Successful financial exit \n \nPartner in Harrison Investment Company\, a management and investment company; (2003-2012) \n•	Successful financial exit \n•	Private investor real estate and marina operations \n \nEleven years with the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce and Thomas Nelson Community College serving as Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)).  Developed and implemented management assistance\, international and financial programs throughout Hampton Roads region to over 2\,200 small businesses resulting in an average addition of approximately 300 jobs and additional capital investment of more than $17 million per year.  Implemented defense conversion\, financial\, and technology assistance programs in support of regional economic development efforts including Plan 2007\, the Center for Innovative Technology and local municipality economic development departments. \n•	Comprehensive economic development and entrepreneurial experience \n•	Extensive consulting and counseling activities \n•	Served the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia \n \nActive professional economic development activities have included membership in 757 Angels (network of private investors and business leaders in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia); Angel Capital Association; National Association of Investors; three decade member of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce\, including Board service\, Vice-Chairman of Small Business\, and one of the founding investors in the Chamber’s Political Action Committee; Previous economic development and community activities included member\, loan committee Urban Business Development Corporation; Business Advisory Committee\, Thomas Nelson Community College; International Education Committee\, Thomas Nelson Community College; Board of Regents\, Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Small Business Success Center; Chairman of the City of Hampton’s Retail Advisory Council; Mayoral appointment to Virginia Beach Economic Development Strategic Planning Committee; Mayoral appointment to the Norfolk Task Force on Small Business Financing; Mayoral appointment to chair Committee to review the Virginia Beach Recreational and Boat Ordinance; Mayoral appointment to the 1990 Census Complete Count Committee; Instructor\, guest lecturer\, and seminar trainer on various business topics at Christopher Newport University\, George Washington University\, Regent University\, Thomas Nelson Community\, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University\, Hampton University\, and for the micro-loan program at the Hampton Roads region Center for Community Development. Current member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and Virginia High School League for officiating activities; active philanthropic efforts have centered on the American Cancer Society\, Union Mission\, and two national 503© organizations. \n. \nEducation: graduate (Bachelors Communications\, Honors\, Pi Kappa Delta Alumni)\, Old Dominion University (1985) \n \nGraduate and Certificate\, Executive Development Business Program\, Old Dominion University\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, (2004-2005) \n \nGraduate of six-year U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute Certification Program for business and economic development\, non-profit management and administration\, urban planning\, and legislative training\, 1992; and a graduate of American International University Trade Specialist School\, 1994. \n \nAuthor and co-author of over 483 articles on economic development and small business topics published in national daily newspapers and trade periodicals. \n \nMarried (Theresa)\, with three sons\, Neil\, Eric\, and Brandon and two daughters Jessica and Baylee; interests include officiating sports\, fitness\, philanthropic work with Theresa\, and investment of family financial portfolio.  Business interests force me to\, begrudgingly\, play golf occasionally. \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-in-person-5/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T110000
DTSTAMP:20220728T141806Z
CREATED:20220728T141806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T141806Z
UID:10000470-1669802400-1669806000@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. \n \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 \nForty-four-year business and economic development career includes: \n \nCurrent economic development efforts include Consultant/Counselor work with Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads\, Inc.\, and the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce.  I am an active member of the Hampton Roads economic development ecosystem (2020 to present) \n \nHolloran Enterprises\, Owner strategic business planning\, investment\, and consulting firm.  Current investments and operations in three businesses.  Additional consulting efforts average several projects a year for for-profit and non-profit organizations.  Work is principally in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia; (2007 – Present) \n•	Two successful financial exits \n•	Member of regional angel investor network \n \nDay & Zimmermann: Senior Vice-President for Strategy\, Mergers and Acquisitions\, and General Manager duties in Norfolk\, Virginia\, reporting to the President responsible for strategy development; mergers and acquisitions; and business services for a $1.3 billion industrial energy conglomerate providing engineering\, maintenance modification\, and specialty contracting to the power industry and government customers.  (Day & Zimmermann is the firm that acquired The Atlantic Group); (2006 – 2019) \n•	Executive management team; growth and expansion experience \n•	Technology project management \n•	Mergers; private equity experience \n \nVice-President for Strategic Planning and stockholder with The Atlantic Group (minority owner)\, a specialty contractor to the electric utility industry. Reported to the President and a member of the Board of Directors responsible for strategic planning and select operational components of a $300 million managed services contractor serving the electric utility industry and government: (1997- 2006) \n•	Executive management team; growth and expansion experience\, operations\, mergers and acquisitions \n•	Technology project management \n•	Rasing debt and equity capital including private equity funding (Wall Street\, et. al) \n•	Successful financial exit \n \nPartner in Harrison Investment Company\, a management and investment company; (2003-2012) \n•	Successful financial exit \n•	Private investor real estate and marina operations \n \nEleven years with the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce and Thomas Nelson Community College serving as Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)).  Developed and implemented management assistance\, international and financial programs throughout Hampton Roads region to over 2\,200 small businesses resulting in an average addition of approximately 300 jobs and additional capital investment of more than $17 million per year.  Implemented defense conversion\, financial\, and technology assistance programs in support of regional economic development efforts including Plan 2007\, the Center for Innovative Technology and local municipality economic development departments. \n•	Comprehensive economic development and entrepreneurial experience \n•	Extensive consulting and counseling activities \n•	Served the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore region of Virginia \n \nActive professional economic development activities have included membership in 757 Angels (network of private investors and business leaders in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia); Angel Capital Association; National Association of Investors; three decade member of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce\, including Board service\, Vice-Chairman of Small Business\, and one of the founding investors in the Chamber’s Political Action Committee; Previous economic development and community activities included member\, loan committee Urban Business Development Corporation; Business Advisory Committee\, Thomas Nelson Community College; International Education Committee\, Thomas Nelson Community College; Board of Regents\, Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Small Business Success Center; Chairman of the City of Hampton’s Retail Advisory Council; Mayoral appointment to Virginia Beach Economic Development Strategic Planning Committee; Mayoral appointment to the Norfolk Task Force on Small Business Financing; Mayoral appointment to chair Committee to review the Virginia Beach Recreational and Boat Ordinance; Mayoral appointment to the 1990 Census Complete Count Committee; Instructor\, guest lecturer\, and seminar trainer on various business topics at Christopher Newport University\, George Washington University\, Regent University\, Thomas Nelson Community\, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University\, Hampton University\, and for the micro-loan program at the Hampton Roads region Center for Community Development. Current member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and Virginia High School League for officiating activities; active philanthropic efforts have centered on the American Cancer Society\, Union Mission\, and two national 503© organizations. \n. \nEducation: graduate (Bachelors Communications\, Honors\, Pi Kappa Delta Alumni)\, Old Dominion University (1985) \n \nGraduate and Certificate\, Executive Development Business Program\, Old Dominion University\, Norfolk\, Virginia\, (2004-2005) \n \nGraduate of six-year U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute Certification Program for business and economic development\, non-profit management and administration\, urban planning\, and legislative training\, 1992; and a graduate of American International University Trade Specialist School\, 1994. \n \nAuthor and co-author of over 483 articles on economic development and small business topics published in national daily newspapers and trade periodicals. \n \nMarried (Theresa)\, with three sons\, Neil\, Eric\, and Brandon and two daughters Jessica and Baylee; interests include officiating sports\, fitness\, philanthropic work with Theresa\, and investment of family financial portfolio.  Business interests force me to\, begrudgingly\, play golf occasionally. \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-5/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTSTAMP:20221111T195400Z
CREATED:20221111T195400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T195400Z
UID:10000832-1668762000-1668765600@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:NIC Unfiltered: A Caffeinated Collaboration Series
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded entrepreneurs for coffee and conversation with Jeff Conroy\, CEO & Co-Founder of Embody Inc.\, at Assembly.\n\n\nCome grab a complimentary coffee and listen to Jeff Conroy\, CEO & Co-Founder of  Embody Inc.\, converse about building a business\, raising and receiving capital\, finding and signing customers and driving a culture of entrepreneurship. \nAbout Jeff: Jeff Conroy is the CEO of Embody\, a Norfolk-based sports medicine company developing collagen-based surgical implants to treat tendon and ligament injuries.  Over the past 7 years\, Embody has been awarded more than $24 million in funding from DARPA and AFWERX while also raising more than $30 million from investors.  Embody has completed over 1\,100 patient surgeries and created more than 50 jobs.  Jeff has had a long career in the life sciences as both an entrepreneur and licensing executive. \nAbout NIC: The Norfolk Innovation Corridor is a thriving technology zone founded for the purpose of encouraging growth in entrepreneurship and innovation\, attracting new technology start-ups\, retaining a talented workforce\, developing a dense community of innovators and providing 21st century career opportunities for residents of Norfolk and our region. \nFill out a brief survey by clicking on the link below to receive some swag! \nUnfiltered Survey
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/nic-unfiltered-a-caffeinated-collaboration-series-4/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,Home Based Business,Meetup,Networking,NIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221109T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221109T100000
DTSTAMP:20220405T190835Z
CREATED:20220405T190835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T190835Z
UID:10000519-1667984400-1667988000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:1M Cups Virginia Beach @ Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Join us as for coffee\, networking\, and community building!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/1m-cups-virginia-beach-assembly-8/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,NIC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.innovate757.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/143233_image.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T190000
DTSTAMP:20221004T135829Z
CREATED:20221004T135829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T135829Z
UID:10000791-1667494800-1667502000@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Community Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:757 Accelerate invites you to the Granby Street Theater to hear how our 9 promising startups discussing are inventing the future!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/community-pitch-event/
LOCATION:Granby Theater – Weddings & Private Events\, 421 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23510\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship,NIC
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END:VCALENDAR