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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Connections & (grocery) carts
DESCRIPTION:Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries. \n🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe\nChats\, connections\, & grocery carts is a relaxed\, social-first networking event for curious\, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time. \nThis is not a lecture.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nAnd you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything. \nIt is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people\, have real conversations\, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries. \nWhether you are deeply into AI and automation\, adjacent to tech and creativity\, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans\, you belong here. \n✨ What to expect\n– Casual\, open networking with a mix of builders\, creatives\, technologists\, founders\, students\, and professionals\n– Easy\, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace\n– Light\, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them\n– No presentations\, no panels\, no pressure to “network correctly”\n– A friendly\, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels\n– Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. – – Meet a few new people along the way. \n👥 Who should attend\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts is for: \nPeople who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes\nBuilders\, creatives\, technologists\, and curious minds\nAI\, automation\, no-code\, and tech-adjacent folks\nStudents and career switchers exploring what is next\nFounders\, consultants\, operators\, and professionals\nAnyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing \nIf you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places\, you will fit right in. \n🏪 Why a grocery store\nYou were probably going to the store anyway. \nHosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human\, practical\, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple\, efficient\, and a little fun. \nTwo errands. One cart. \n💡 Why this event exists\nCommunity grows best in relaxed\, everyday spaces. \nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy\, human-centered way for people to connect without titles\, talks\, or expectations. It is about building relationships\, sharing ideas naturally\, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time. \nCome say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way. \nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs \n\nThis is a free community event\nDrinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue\nPhotos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes\nCome solo or bring a friend\n​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. They’ve got lots of spots available in their parking lot.\n​​​Is this free? Yes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n\n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-connections-grocery-carts-5/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:A social event to network\, or just talk about development
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Coastal Fermentory Uptown\, 12515 Jefferson Ave\,\, Newport News\, VA\, 23602\, US
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SUMMARY:Bikes and Brews
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun bike month ride to pedal into warmer weather! We’ll kick things off with a casual group bike ride led by Kelly\, our Community and Operations Manager. We’ll head to the Elizabeth River Trail\, make two pit stops along the way at Afterglow and Wasserhund\, enjoy cold drinks and something tasty\, and then cruise back downtown with good company. All levels welcome — come for the ride or just the good company! – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415700222/bikes-and-brews
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/bikes-and-brews/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Storytelling That Sells
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to translate your brand and founder story into a powerful sales tool and real revenue. \nMany small businesses and startups struggle to explain what they do in a way that actually connects—and converts. In this workshop\, we’ll cover the foundations of branding\, how to craft your founder story\, and how to turn that story into a powerful sales tool. You’ll learn how to communicate your mission clearly\, connect with the right audience\, and translate your brand into real revenue. We’ll also walk through the sales process\, building a simple funnel\, where to find your customers\, and how to consistently make more sales. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn \nPart 1: Branding & Founder Story (Led by Christina Kimbrough) \nChristina will guide you through the foundational elements of your brand\, starting with your mission and vision\, and moving into how to craft and clearly communicate your founder story. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhy your story is one of your most powerful business assets\nHow to articulate what you do in a way people actually understand\nHow to connect your lived experience to the problem you solve\nHow strong branding reduces friction in sales and builds trust before you ever pitch\n\nThis section sets the foundation for everything that follows. Because if people don’t understand you\, they don’t buy from you. \nPart 2: Storytelling That Sells (Led by Amber Hamilton) \n\nOnce your foundation is clear\, Amber will take you into the mechanics of using storytelling as a strategic sales tool\, not just a nice-to-have.\nYou’ll learn how to:\nUse storytelling to reduce perceived risk and drive decisions\nAdapt your message for investors\, buyers\, and marketing channels\nBuild clarity around your value using six powerful frameworks\nPitch transformation instead of just listing features\n\nThis is where your story becomes a system you can use across sales calls\, pitch decks\, emails\, and marketing content. \n  \nWho This Is For \nThis workshop is designed for founders and small business owners who need to sharpen how they show up in: \n\nSales conversations\nMarketing and messaging\nInvestor or partnership pitches\n\nIf you’ve ever felt like you “know what you do” but struggle to explain it in a way that connects and converts\, this is for you. \n  \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With \nYou’ll leave with a clear\, refined brand story and a practical storytelling toolkit you can immediately apply to your next: \n\nSales call\nPitch deck\nEmail or marketing campaign\n\n  \nSecure your spot! Seating is limited and lunch is included.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/storytelling-that-sells/
LOCATION:REaKTOR\, 1100 Exploration Way Room 315\, Hampton\, VA 23666\, Hampton\, VA\, 23666\, US
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneurship
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Humans in AI Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Humans in AI Week \nFrom June 1 to 8\, 2026\, every AI Collective chapter in the world is hosting simultaneous public events — 200+ cities\, 50+ countries\, one week\, the same conversation. It’s the largest coordinated civilian conversation about AI ever organized. \nThe AI era is being built right now and the humans behind it matter more than ever. Humans in AI Week is dedicated to the human layer of AI: trust\, coordination\, and shared understanding. The missing layer above the tech stack that lets humanity and technology advance in harmony. \nThis is the Hampton Roads edition\, your chance to connect with the people shaping AI as part of a global moment happening in real time across the world. \n​What to expect \n\nFood\, drinks\, and an open\, welcoming atmosphere\nConversations with builders\, researchers\, founders\, and the AI-curious across New Jersey\nA chance to meet your local AI Collective community and join a worldwide conversation about where AI is going and who it’s for\n\n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nThe HIVE + City of Virginia Beach \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab\nTEKsystems \n🌍 ​Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 200\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-humans-in-ai-week/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260602T203000
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SUMMARY:Claude + Social Media Pipelines: One Post → Every Platform | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join. \nClaude + Social Media Pipelines: One Post → Every Platform\, Automatically — \nYou create one piece of content. Claude turns it into 10+ platform-specific posts\, schedules them across LinkedIn\, X\, Instagram\, Facebook\, and TikTok — and keeps your brand voice consistent across all of them. \nThis isn’t AI-generated slop. This is a structured pipeline: source content → repurpose in your voice → schedule → post → analyze what worked. The tools are free or low-cost. The output is content that sounds like you\, not a robot. \nThis is a live demo workshop. We’ll build a complete social media pipeline from scratch — starting with a single YouTube video and ending with a week’s worth of scheduled\, platform-native content across every channel. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n🔗 The Social Media Stack Inside Claude How Blotato MCP\, Meta MCP\, Puppeteer MCP\, Skills\, and Routines combine into a single content engine — and why this stack replaces $200-500/mo in social media tools. \n📱 Demos We’ll Build Live: \n\nBlotato Multi-Platform Publisher — connect your social accounts and publish to LinkedIn\, X\, Instagram\, Facebook\, and TikTok from one Claude conversation\nYouTube-to-Everything Repurposer — take a YouTube video or podcast episode\, extract key insights\, and generate platform-native posts for 5+ channels automatically\nBrand Voice Skill — create a voice-guide.md so Claude writes like you across every platform\, every time\nMeta Ads Manager — manage Facebook and Instagram ad campaigns directly from Claude using Meta MCP (shipped April 29\, 2026)\nPuppeteer Browser Poster — post to platforms that don’t have official API connectors using headless browser automation\nContent Calendar Routine — set up a weekly Routine that runs your entire content pipeline on autopilot: research trending topics → draft posts → schedule across platforms\nFull Pipeline Demo — raw source content → brand-voiced repurposing → multi-platform scheduling → performance tracking\, end to end\n\n📊 The Numbers The social media management market is growing from $27B (2024) to $125B (2032). 56% of marketers are already integrating AI. Teams adopting agentic AI report a 300x output increase. This event shows you how to capture that — without hiring a social media team. \nWho this is for: Content creators\, marketers\, founders\, and business owners who want to multiply their content output without multiplying their time. If you’re posting manually to each platform\, spending hours repurposing content\, or paying for scheduling tools that don’t integrate with AI — this is the session. Prior experience with Claude is helpful but not required. \nWho this is NOT for: People looking for theory. This is a hands-on workshop. Every demo involves setting up real connections and publishing real content. If you’re looking for a high-level overview of AI in marketing\, this isn’t it. \nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ A working multi-platform social media pipeline connected to your accounts ✅ A free setup guide with every demo walkthrough\, step by step ✅ A brand voice skill file you can use immediately ✅ A homework doc with bonus pipelines\, advanced automations\, and exercises ✅ Understanding of Blotato MCP\, Meta MCP\, Puppeteer MCP\, Skills\, and Routines for social media \nPrerequisites: — A Claude Pro\, Max\, or Team subscription (Cowork or Claude Code) — Social media accounts you want to connect (LinkedIn\, X\, Instagram\, Facebook\, or TikTok) — A Blotato account (free tier available — we’ll walk through setup) — A piece of existing content to repurpose (YouTube video\, blog post\, podcast episode\, or even a set of notes) \n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation. \n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call \n*** \n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers The AI Collective Hampton Roads \nPlatinum partners TechArk Regent University ECPI University Hampton Roads Chamber Foundation Retail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation \nBronze partners Assembly 757 Collab \n🌍 Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 240\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/claude-social-media-pipelines-one-post-%e2%86%92-every-platform-aichr/
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SUMMARY:Summer Kick Off x America ByDESIGN Wrap Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the rooftop for a cookout to kick off summer featuring mouthwatering eats from local culinary favorite Chef David Hannah\, activations by our newest Changemakers\, and a sweet cold surprise to top it all off. Cameras will be rolling\, as we wrap a full day of filming with CBS’s America ByDESIGN\, giving you a chance to be a part of it. If you prefer to stay off-camera\, you might want to skip this one. RSVP in the community portal to secure your plate! – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415717245/views-and-visions-the-changemaker-summer-cookout
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/views-visions-the-changemaker-summer-cookout/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
GEO:36.852122;-76.291682
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SUMMARY:ADP Corporate 5k: Team Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your tennis shoes and join Team Assembly for the ADP Corporate 5k! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk through the vibrant streets of Norfolk\, this 5k is perfect for all fitness levels. Sign-up deadline is Friday\, May 29th. – https://www.letsdothis.com/us/o/154969/checkout/ticket?eventId=261384&utm_source=reserved_entry&occurrenceId=21111169528&reservationCode=re_f237xuhzo6n9
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/adp-corporate-5k-2026-team-grow/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
GEO:36.852122;-76.291682
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T150000
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SUMMARY:AI\, Semantic Operations\, and Decision Advantage in Defense
DESCRIPTION:Building the Future Fight: AI\, Semantic Operations\, and Decision Advantage in Defense\n\n\nNOTE: This is a collaborative exchange focused on lessons learned\, future requirements\, and practical implementation \,not product marketing or business development event. \nEvent Overview: \nThis event brings together operators\, technologists\, and innovators from defense\, industry and academia to focus on one mission: accelerating real-world decision advantage through next-generation semantic technologies and operational AI. \nThe conversation will move past abstract concepts and into practice\, examining knowledge graph architectures\, digital engineering\, logistics modernization\, rapid acquisition pathways\, and the infusion of AI/ML into operational workflows that matter on the battlefield and in contested environments. This session is focused on shaping faster\, smarter\, more connected defense systems that deliver trustworthy information and decision advantage. The future belongs to organizations that can continuously process\, adapt\, and execute faster than their adversaries. \n \nEvent Moderator – Lucien Niemeyer \nOpening Remarks: 1100 – 1120 \nDr. John Matyjas\, Dr. Don Pellegrino \nFraming the technical and operational imperatives for semantic decision advantage. \n· Knowledge graph architectures in ISR and logistics \n· Digital engineering and MBSE in defense acquisition successes and lessons learned. \n \nPanel Discussion: 1125 – 1220 – Denise Ferniza (Moderator) \nOvercoming Data and Interoperability Barriers \n· Siloed systems\, standards of adoption\, and bridging commercial and government solutions. \nPanelists \nDr. John Matyjas\, Dr. Don Pellegrino\, Mr. John Sayoun \n \nBREAK – LUNCH: 1225-1240 \n \nSolution Focused Discussion: 1245 –1345 \n· Logistics Modernization & Data-Driven Decision Support \n· Open discussion of current requirements and how they’re being piloted \n \nSolution Focused Discussion: 13:50 – 14:20 \n· Best practices for leveraging OTAs and accelerating tech transfer \n \nAction Planning: 14:25 –1500 – Lucien Niemeyer (Moderator) \nFrom Insights to Action – Operator Next Steps \n· Wrap up and distilling days discussions into actionable next steps \n· Identify projects\, technical working groups\, and next steps for cross-organizational collaboration. \n \nTechnical Focus Areas to be covered during the event: \n1. Semantic Decision Advantage Architectures \n· Exploring how semantic technologies like knowledge graphs and ontologies give commanders faster\, more accurate decision advantage across operations and logistics. \n2. Digital Engineering & Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) \n· Discussions on how digital twins and MBSE accelerate requirement validation\, de-risk acquisition\, and speed MVPs into operational use. \n3. Logistics Modernization & Data-Driven Decision Support \n· How data-driven logistics\, 5G-enabled warehouses\, and AI tools cut friction\, break silos\, and keep forces supplied at the edge. \n4. Rapid Acquisition & Tech Transfer \n· Practical playbooks for using OTAs and rapid pathways to field new capabilities faster and avoid duplicate efforts across services. \n5. Operator and Stakeholder Engagement \n· What’s working\, what’s not\, and where semantic\, AI\, and digital engineering must go next.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-decision-advantage-forum-ai-logistics-digital-warfighting/
LOCATION:448 Viking Dr suite 300\, 448 Viking Drive #suite 300\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23452\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23452\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:ONLINE: AI\, Semantic Operations\, and Decision Advantage in Defense
DESCRIPTION:Building the Future Fight: AI\, Semantic Operations\, and Decision Advantage in Defense\n\n\nNOTE: This is a collaborative exchange focused on lessons learned\, future requirements\, and practical implementation \,not product marketing or business development event. \n \nONLINE details: Microsoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/237378663016483?p=7G5C3WYwJZMr4wNOhJ \n \nIn-person event in separate link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-semantic-operations-and-decision-advantage-in-defense-tickets-1989605140534?aff=oddtdtcreator \nContact info: Events@NeptuneSHIELD.com \nEvent Overview: \nThis event brings together operators\, technologists\, and innovators from defense\, industry and academia to focus on one mission: accelerating real-world decision advantage through next-generation semantic technologies and operational AI. \nThe conversation will move past abstract concepts and into practice\, examining knowledge graph architectures\, digital engineering\, logistics modernization\, rapid acquisition pathways\, and the infusion of AI/ML into operational workflows that matter on the battlefield and in contested environments. This session is focused on shaping faster\, smarter\, more connected defense systems that deliver trustworthy information and decision advantage. The future belongs to organizations that can continuously process\, adapt\, and execute faster than their adversaries. \nEvent Moderator – Lucien Niemeyer \nOpening Remarks: 1100 – 1120 \nDr. John Matyjas\, Dr. Don Pellegrino \nFraming the technical and operational imperatives for semantic decision advantage. \n· Knowledge graph architectures in ISR and logistics \n· Digital engineering and MBSE in defense acquisition successes and lessons learned. \n \nPanel Discussion: 1125 – 1220 – Denise Ferniza (Moderator) \nOvercoming Data and Interoperability Barriers \n· Siloed systems\, standards of adoption\, and bridging commercial and government solutions. \nPanelists \nDr. John Matyjas\, Dr. Don Pellegrino\, Mr. John Sayoun \n \nBREAK – LUNCH: 1225-1240 \nSolution Focused Discussion: 1245 –1345 \n· Logistics Modernization & Data-Driven Decision Support \n· Open discussion of current requirements and how they’re being piloted \n \nSolution Focused Discussion: 13:50 – 14:20 \n· Best practices for leveraging OTAs and accelerating tech transfer \n \nAction Planning: 14:25 –1500 – Lucien Niemeyer (Moderator) \nFrom Insights to Action – Operator Next Steps \n· Wrap up and distilling days discussions into actionable next steps \n· Identify projects\, technical working groups\, and next steps for cross-organizational collaboration. \n \nTechnical Focus Areas to be covered during the event: \n1. Semantic Decision Advantage Architectures \n· Exploring how semantic technologies like knowledge graphs and ontologies give commanders faster\, more accurate decision advantage across operations and logistics. \n2. Digital Engineering & Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) \n· Discussions on how digital twins and MBSE accelerate requirement validation\, de-risk acquisition\, and speed MVPs into operational use. \n3. Logistics Modernization & Data-Driven Decision Support \n· How data-driven logistics\, 5G-enabled warehouses\, and AI tools cut friction\, break silos\, and keep forces supplied at the edge. \n4. Rapid Acquisition & Tech Transfer \n· Practical playbooks for using OTAs and rapid pathways to field new capabilities faster and avoid duplicate efforts across services. \n5. Operator and Stakeholder Engagement \n· What’s working\, what’s not\, and where semantic\, AI\, and digital engineering must go next.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/online-ai-semantic-operations-and-decision-advantage-in-defense/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge | Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:About the challenge\nWelcome to the AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge with the AI Collective Hampton Roads Chapter to be held at the Regent University Library in Virginia Beach. \nThis is a local build challenge with an in-person kickoff\, followed by a two-week build phase\, then an in-person presentation & judging event. \nYou’ll have two weeks to build an AI application based on the problem statement shared at the kickoff event. This AI Build Challenge is open to adult participants of all skill levels\, from experienced developers to beginner using no or low code tools. You’re encouraged to use AI tools to further your development. After the build phase\, you’ll deliver an in-person presentation to judges and other attendees. The winning projects will receive prizes (TBA). \nKickoff on Thursday\, June 4th from 6:30–8:00pm.\nWe encourage you to join us in person in the Regent Library Auditorum\, but the kickoff will be also be recorded if you’re unable to attend. \nBuild Phase from June 5th through 18th. You can work individually or in teams. \nPresentations & Judging on Thursday\, June 18th from 6:30–9:00pm. Return to the Regent Library Auditorium to share your work! Presentations must be delivered in person to be considered for judging and prizes. \nGET STARTED\nThe first thing you should do is register through Devpost before the June 4th Kickoff. \nYou can work individually or in teams\, but registration is important because space is limited. Then plan to come out to the Kickoff event to discover the problem statement and receive inspiration and development guidance from our AI Collective experts. \nIf you’re unable to attend the in-person Kickoff\, that’s okay because we’ll share a recording after the event with those who pre-register. \nThis is a beginner-friendly event. If you’re never participated in a build challenge or hackathon\, this is your opportunity! The Kickoff will include some initial guidance regarding topics and tools\, and we’ll make additional online resources available during the two week build phase. \nRequirements\nWHAT TO BUILD\nYou’ll build a project that uses AI to enhance learning and development (with more details unveiled at the Kickoff event). Projects will be evaluated on potential impact\, not technical complexity. \nWHAT TO SUBMIT\nPrior to the in-person Presentations & Judging event\, please submit the following in Devpost: \n\nProject Overview (e.g.\, PDF one-sheet\, slidedeck\, etc.)\nCode Repository (e.g.\, Github) and/or Project Link (e.g. website)\n\nAt the Presentations & Judging event\, please prepare for the following: \n\n3-5 minute presentation and/or demo\n2-3 minute Q&A with judges\nIn-person delivery (at least one team member in attendance)\n\nJudging Criteria\n\nImpact and Relevance\nDoes the solution address a real learning or development need? How meaningful is the potential impact on learners\, educators\, or organizations?\nInnovation & Creativity\nHow original is the approach? Does the team use AI in a novel or surprising way to solve the problem?\nFunctionality & Demo\nDoes the solution work as demonstrated? Is the core concept functional\, even if not fully polished?\nUser Experience\nIs the solution intuitive and accessible? Would the target user actually want to use it?\nPresentation Quality\nIs the team’s pitch clear\, compelling\, and well-structured? Do they effectively communicate the problem\, solution\, and value?\n\nLearn more: https://ai-challenge-regent-aichr.devpost.com/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/ai-for-learning-development-build-challenge-kickoff/
LOCATION:Regent University Library\, 1000 Regent University Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, US
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260605T000000
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SUMMARY:Late Night Builders
DESCRIPTION:Can’t sleep? Up late tinkering on a project? Or can’t make the usual meetups till the kids are in bed? \nLate Night Builders is a monthly hangout for builders\, tinkerers\, and the generally curious. Developers\, designers\, AI enthusiasts\, entrepreneurs\, hobbyists — if you make things or want to start\, you’ll fit in. \nBring something you’re working on\, pick someone’s brain\, or just show up for cheap wings and good conversation. No agenda\, no presentations\, no networking cringe. \nAnyone is welcome at any experience level. Bring your laptop\, bring a friend\, or just bring yourself.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/late-night-builders-3/
LOCATION:Buffalo Wild Wings\, 101 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260605T000000
DTSTAMP:20260330T233018Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Late Night Builders
DESCRIPTION:Can’t sleep? Up late tinkering on a project? Or can’t make the usual meetups till the kids are in bed? \nLate Night Builders is a monthly hangout for builders\, tinkerers\, and the generally curious. Developers\, designers\, AI enthusiasts\, entrepreneurs\, hobbyists — if you make things or want to start\, you’ll fit in. \nBring something you’re working on\, pick someone’s brain\, or just show up for cheap wings and good conversation. No agenda\, no presentations\, no networking cringe. \nAnyone is welcome at any experience level. Bring your laptop\, bring a friend\, or just bring yourself. \nFAQs\nIs there free parking? Yes. There is plenty of free parking available at the location. \nIs this event free? Yes. Space is limited\, so please RSVP and cancel if your plans change. \n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing.\nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-late-night-builders-3/
LOCATION:Buffalo Wild Wings\, 101 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260609T193000
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with. \nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for builders of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together. \nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion.\nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form\nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door. \nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!” \nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-builders-study-group-3/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with.\nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together.\nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion. \nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form \nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door. \nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!”\nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus. \n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nThe HIVE + City of Virginia Beach \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 200\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-peninsula-builders-study-group-3/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260609T193000
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Developers Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with. \nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Developers Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers in the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together. \nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion. \nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form \nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!” \nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-developers-study-group-5/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260609T203000
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SUMMARY:Claude + Browser Automation: Your AI Sees Your Screen | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join. \nThis event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot. \nClaude + Browser Automation: Your AI Sees Your Screen — Claude can now see your browser. It reads pages\, clicks buttons\, fills forms\, takes screenshots\, and navigates sites — all from a conversation or a script. This isn’t a future feature. It’s live right now. \nThree tools make this work: Claude Computer Use (full desktop control — screenshot\, mouse\, keyboard)\, Claude in Chrome MCP (browser-native tools — navigate\, read pages\, click\, type)\, and Puppeteer MCP (headless automation for scripts and pipelines). Each solves different problems. This event shows you when to use which. \nThis is a live demo workshop. We’ll automate real browser tasks from scratch — starting with simple page reads and ending with multi-step workflows that run unattended. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n🖥️ The Browser Automation Stack Inside Claude \nHow Computer Use\, Chrome MCP\, and Puppeteer MCP work together — and when to use browser automation vs direct MCP integrations vs APIs. \n🔧 Demos We’ll Build Live: \n\nPage Reader & Data Extractor — point Claude at any webpage\, extract structured data into a spreadsheet. No scraping code required.\nForm Filler & Submission Bot — automate repetitive form submissions across multiple sites using Claude in Chrome\nResearch Automator — give Claude a research question\, watch it open tabs\, read pages\, take notes\, and compile a summary\nVisual Testing Agent — screenshot pages\, compare layouts\, flag visual regressions automatically\nWebsite Poster — post content to platforms that don’t have API connectors using Puppeteer browser automation\nMulti-Step Workflow — chain browser actions: log into a site → navigate to dashboard → extract report → save to Google Drive → send summary via email\n\n🔒 Security & Permission Models \nWhat Claude can and can’t see in your browser. Permission scoping\, supervision best practices\, and why browser agents need guardrails. Computer Use is still a research preview — we’ll be honest about the limitations. \n⚠️ Key Caveat: Claude Computer Use requires macOS. Chrome MCP and Puppeteer MCP work on all platforms. We’ll cover all three so everyone leaves with something they can use immediately. \nWho this is for: Anyone who spends time on repetitive browser tasks — filling forms\, extracting data\, posting content\, running reports. Business owners\, marketers\, researchers\, and developers alike. If you copy-paste between browser tabs\, this event automates that. Prior experience with Claude is helpful but not required. \nWho this is NOT for: People looking for a general AI overview. This is a hands-on workshop. Every demo involves real browser automation. If you want theory\, see our earlier events in the series. \n📚 Free resources at the event: \n\nSetup guide — follow along with every demo live\nHomework doc — extended exercises to keep building after the event\nSlide deck — full reference for everything we cover\n\n🎯 Want to go deeper? \n\nAI for Business — Andrew’s book on practical AI implementation\nBook a discovery call — 1-on-1 help implementing Claude in your business\n\n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers \nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \nPlatinum partners \nTechArk \nRegent University \nECPI University \nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation \nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation \nBronze partners \nAssembly \n757 Collab \n🌍 Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 225\,000+ pioneers — founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors — exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we steer AI’s future together. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/claude-browser-automation-your-ai-sees-your-screen-aichr/
LOCATION:Online event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260303T222330Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Connections & (grocery) carts
DESCRIPTION:Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries. \n🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe\nChats\, connections\, & grocery carts is a relaxed\, social-first networking event for curious\, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time. \nThis is not a lecture.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nAnd you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything. \nIt is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people\, have real conversations\, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries. \nWhether you are deeply into AI and automation\, adjacent to tech and creativity\, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans\, you belong here. \n✨ What to expect\n– Casual\, open networking with a mix of builders\, creatives\, technologists\, founders\, students\, and professionals\n– Easy\, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace\n– Light\, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them\n– No presentations\, no panels\, no pressure to “network correctly”\n– A friendly\, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels\n– Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. – – Meet a few new people along the way. \n👥 Who should attend\nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts is for: \nPeople who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes\nBuilders\, creatives\, technologists\, and curious minds\nAI\, automation\, no-code\, and tech-adjacent folks\nStudents and career switchers exploring what is next\nFounders\, consultants\, operators\, and professionals\nAnyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing \nIf you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places\, you will fit right in. \n🏪 Why a grocery store\nYou were probably going to the store anyway. \nHosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human\, practical\, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple\, efficient\, and a little fun. \nTwo errands. One cart. \n💡 Why this event exists\nCommunity grows best in relaxed\, everyday spaces. \nChats\, Connections\, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy\, human-centered way for people to connect without titles\, talks\, or expectations. It is about building relationships\, sharing ideas naturally\, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time. \nCome say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way. \nℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs \n\nThis is a free community event\nDrinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue\nPhotos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes\nCome solo or bring a friend\n​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. They’ve got lots of spots available in their parking lot.\n​​​Is this free? Yes\, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP.\n\n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org\nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-connections-grocery-carts-2/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T060054Z
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:A social event to network\, or just talk about development
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-happy-hour-2/
LOCATION:Chef’s Market\, 11800 Merchant Walk \,\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260613T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T232201Z
CREATED:20260412T232201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T232201Z
UID:10004776-1781343000-1781350200@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Code + Coffee | Cafe Stella
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed morning meetup where developers\, designers\, founders\, and tech enthusiasts gather over great coffee to talk shop\, share ideas\, and connect with others in the local tech community. \nCode + Coffee has no formal agenda—just bring your laptop\, a project you’re working on\, a question you’ve been thinking about\, or simply come to meet other people building interesting things. Whether you’re coding\, designing\, experimenting with AI\, launching a startup\, or just curious about technology\, you’ll find friendly conversations and plenty of inspiration. \nExpect: \n\nGood coffee\nInteresting technical conversations\nPeople sharing projects and ideas\nOccasional spontaneous whiteboard sessions\n\nDrop in anytime during the meetup window. \nStay for 10 minutes or the whole time. \nIf you’ve been looking for a low-key way to meet other developers in the area\, this is it.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/code-coffee-cafe-stella/
LOCATION:Cafe Stella\, 1907 Colonial Avenue\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23517\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T231252Z
CREATED:20260601T210949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T231252Z
UID:10005121-1781355600-1781380800@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Virginia MOCA Art + Design Convening
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your craft at a full-day creative convening hosted at Virginia MOCA. Connect with the 757’s top artists\, designers\, and architects. Experience powerful keynotes from legendary creators Eric Haze and Andy Howell\, plus deep-dive breakout sessions exploring AI\, immersive design\, and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Breakfast\, lunch\, and massive networking opportunities are included. Secure your ticket today to spark your next big idea. MOCA Members: $75\, Nonmembers: $90. – https://virginiamoca.org/event/virginia-moca-art-design-convening/?utm_source=Assembly&utm_campaign=254976d751-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_06_10_11_54_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-56bce5fc24-646945373
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/virginia-moca-art-design-convening/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
GEO:36.852122;-76.291682
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T030241Z
CREATED:20260522T030241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T030241Z
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SUMMARY:Claude as Your One-Person Business: The Capstone | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join. \nThis event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot. \nClaude as Your One-Person Business: The Capstone — \nYou’ve learned the tools. Now it’s time to wire them together. This capstone event takes everything from our 9-session series — Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, Agent SDK\, Social Media Pipelines\, and Browser Automation — and combines them into a complete “run your business with Claude” framework. \nThis isn’t a recap. It’s the blueprint for replacing an entire team’s worth of daily operations with a single Claude subscription. Morning briefing\, email triage\, meeting prep\, content creation\, project management\, end-of-day review — all orchestrated\, all automated\, all in your voice. \nThis is a live demo workshop. We’ll build a complete day-in-the-life business operating system from scratch — starting with your first morning briefing and ending with an automated end-of-day summary that writes itself. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n🧰 The Solo Founder Stack How Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, and Agent SDK combine into a single business operating system — and why this stack replaces the need for 3-5 employees or contractors. \n📱 Demos We’ll Build Live: \n\nMorning Briefing System — wake up to a Claude-generated summary of your calendar\, emails\, tasks\, and metrics for the day\nEmail Triage & Response Engine — automatically sort\, prioritize\, and draft responses to your inbox using your voice and business rules\nMeeting Prep Automation — Claude pulls attendee info\, past conversations\, and relevant docs before every meeting\nContent Creation Pipeline — repurpose one idea into blog posts\, social media\, newsletters\, and video scripts across every platform\nProject Management Dashboard — track tasks\, deadlines\, and deliverables across all your projects from a single conversation\nEnd-of-Day Review Routine — automated summary of what got done\, what didn’t\, and what’s queued for tomorrow\n\n📊 The Numbers A Microsoft 2026 study found that only 16% of AI users actually orchestrate agents — meaning 84% are leaving the biggest productivity gains on the table. A WRITER survey found that 60% of executives plan to lay off workers who don’t adopt AI. This event puts you in the 16% who are building the future\, not being replaced by it. \n💰 The Cost Analysis We’ll break down exactly what this operating system would cost in human hours vs. a Claude subscription. Spoiler: the math isn’t close. \nWho this is for: Founders\, solo operators\, freelancers\, and small business owners who want to run a lean operation without sacrificing output. If you’ve attended any of our previous sessions (or want the condensed version of all 9)\, this is the event. Prior experience with Claude is helpful but not required — we’ll reference previous workshops but explain everything as we go. \nWho this is NOT for: People looking for theory. This is a hands-on capstone workshop. Every demo involves setting up real automations for real business workflows. If you’re looking for a high-level overview of AI in business\, this isn’t it. \nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ A working “day in the life” business automation system ✅ A free setup guide with every demo walkthrough\, step by step ✅ A homework doc with bonus workflows\, advanced automations\, and exercises ✅ The complete framework for running a one-person business with Claude ✅ Understanding of how Cowork\, Skills\, MCP\, Routines\, and Agent SDK work together \nPrerequisites: — A Claude Pro\, Max\, or Team subscription (Cowork or Claude Code) — Access to the tools and services you use daily (email\, calendar\, project management) — Willingness to set up real automations during the session \n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation. \n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call \n\n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers The AI Collective Hampton Roads \nPlatinum partners TechArk Regent University ECPI University Hampton Roads Chamber Foundation Retail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation \nBronze partners Assembly 757 Collab \n🌍 Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 240\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/claude-as-your-one-person-business-the-capstone-aichr/
LOCATION:Online event
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T015201Z
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SUMMARY:AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge | Presentations & Judging
DESCRIPTION:About the challenge\nWelcome to the AI for Learning & Development Build Challenge with the AI Collective Hampton Roads Chapter to be held at the Regent University Library in Virginia Beach. \nThis is a local build challenge with an in-person kickoff\, followed by a two-week build phase\, then an in-person presentation & judging event. \nYou’ll have two weeks to build an AI application based on the problem statement shared at the kickoff event. This AI Build Challenge is open to adult participants of all skill levels\, from experienced developers to beginner using no or low code tools. You’re encouraged to use AI tools to further your development. After the build phase\, you’ll deliver an in-person presentation to judges and other attendees. The winning projects will receive prizes (TBA). \nKickoff on Thursday\, June 4th from 6:30–8:00pm.\nWe encourage you to join us in person in the Regent Library Auditorum\, but the kickoff will be also be recorded if you’re unable to attend. \nBuild Phase from June 5th through 18th. You can work individually or in teams. \nPresentations & Judging on Thursday\, June 18th from 6:30–9:00pm. Return to the Regent Library Auditorium to share your work! Presentations must be delivered in person to be considered for judging and prizes. \nGET STARTED\nThe first thing you should do is register through Devpost before the June 4th Kickoff. \nYou can work individually or in teams\, but registration is important because space is limited. Then plan to come out to the Kickoff event to discover the problem statement and receive inspiration and development guidance from our AI Collective experts. \nIf you’re unable to attend the in-person Kickoff\, that’s okay because we’ll share a recording after the event with those who pre-register. \nThis is a beginner-friendly event. If you’re never participated in a build challenge or hackathon\, this is your opportunity! The Kickoff will include some initial guidance regarding topics and tools\, and we’ll make additional online resources available during the two week build phase. \nRequirements\nWHAT TO BUILD\nYou’ll build a project that uses AI to enhance learning and development (with more details unveiled at the Kickoff event). Projects will be evaluated on potential impact\, not technical complexity. \nWHAT TO SUBMIT\nPrior to the in-person Presentations & Judging event\, please submit the following in Devpost: \n\nProject Overview (e.g.\, PDF one-sheet\, slidedeck\, etc.)\nCode Repository (e.g.\, Github) and/or Project Link (e.g. website)\n\nAt the Presentations & Judging event\, please prepare for the following: \n\n3-5 minute presentation and/or demo\n2-3 minute Q&A with judges\nIn-person delivery (at least one team member in attendance)\n\nJudging Criteria\n\nImpact and Relevance\nDoes the solution address a real learning or development need? How meaningful is the potential impact on learners\, educators\, or organizations?\nInnovation & Creativity\nHow original is the approach? Does the team use AI in a novel or surprising way to solve the problem?\nFunctionality & Demo\nDoes the solution work as demonstrated? Is the core concept functional\, even if not fully polished?\nUser Experience\nIs the solution intuitive and accessible? Would the target user actually want to use it?\nPresentation Quality\nIs the team’s pitch clear\, compelling\, and well-structured? Do they effectively communicate the problem\, solution\, and value?\n\nLearn more: https://ai-challenge-regent-aichr.devpost.com/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/ai-for-learning-development-build-challenge-presentations-judging/
LOCATION:Regent University Library\, 1000 Regent University Dr\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T230753Z
CREATED:20260607T230753Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering Military Spouses Through AI
DESCRIPTION:Join Veterans Forge\, Regent University\, AI Collective Hampton Roads\, and OpenAI Academy for a hands-on AI workshop designed for military spouses. \nThis beginner-friendly event will help participants explore practical ways to use AI for work\, learning\, career planning\, organization\, and everyday problem-solving. Participants will get hands-on practice with ChatGPT\, build confidence using AI tools\, and begin creating their first AI-powered assistant. \nThis is not a lecture. It is a practical workshop built to help military spouses use AI with more confidence\, creativity\, and purpose. \nWhat to expect\n• Lunch provided\n• Networking opportunities\n• Hands-on AI practice\n• Beginner-friendly guidance\n• Practical examples you can use right away\n• Support building your first AI-powered assistant\n• A welcoming learning environment for military spouses at any experience level\n• Swag\, prizes\, and giveaways \nThis event is free\, but registration is required through the official registration page. \nReserve your seat here\nhttps://academy.openai.com/public/events/empowering-military-spouses-through-ai-a-hands-on-workshop-qgpcjfbin4 \nIf you do not reserve a spot you will not be able to attend \nYou won’t want to miss this spouse-centered event. Come ready to learn\, build\, connect\, and leave with practical AI skills you can use right away. \nLearn. Build. Thrive Together.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/empowering-military-spouses-through-ai/
LOCATION:Regent University (Robertson Hall)\, 1000 Regent University Drive\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T135928Z
CREATED:20260608T231334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T135928Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Self-Care ☀️
DESCRIPTION:Recharge your workday with a little Summer Solstice self-care. We’ll have some Crunchy Hydration adaptogen water\, aromatherapy rollers\, goal-crushing affirmations\, and the opportunity to connect with the community. This mid-afternoon break is designed to elevate your energy and expand your network.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/summer-solstice-self-care/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
GEO:36.852122;-76.291682
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000041Z
CREATED:20260421T000041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000041Z
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with. \nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for builders of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together. \nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion.\nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form\nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door. \nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!” \nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-builders-study-group-4/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T015058Z
CREATED:20260505T015058Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Peninsula Builders Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with.\nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Builders Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers of the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together.\nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion. \nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form \nDirections:\nPark in the visitor spots in front of Trible Library. From there\, take the first right onto the brick path (on your right if you’re facing the library)\, walk past the Freeman Center\, and take the first left. Luter 170 is in the rightmost wing of the Luter Hall building\, you’ll see a sign on the door. \nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!”\nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus. \n🤝 Organizers & partners\n​\nOrganizers\nThe AI Collective Hampton Roads \n​Platinum partners\nTechArk\nRegent University\nECPI University\nHampton Roads Chamber Foundation\nRetail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation\nThe HIVE + City of Virginia Beach \nBronze partners\nAssembly\n757 Collab \n🌍 ​Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 200\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/%f0%9f%a7%9c%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-aichr-peninsula-builders-study-group-4/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="%F0%9F%A7%9C%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F The AI Collective Hampton Roads":MAILTO:aicollectivehr-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232539Z
CREATED:20260415T232539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T232539Z
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Developers Study Group
DESCRIPTION:New AI tools are dropping every week. Bookmarks are piling up. “To-be-studied” lists are growing faster than we can keep up with. \nSound familiar? \nPeninsula Developers Study Group is a local initiative for students and developers in the Peninsula area who want to stop meaning to learn and start actually doing it—together. \nThere’s no pressure to be an expert\, and no bootcamp intensity. Just a consistent habit\, a room full of curious people\, and the accountability that comes from showing up. \nHow it works:\nWe meet every two weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at CNU. Sessions are a mix of focused study and group discussion. \nSession details:\n🕕 Study time: 6:05 PM – 7:05 PM\n🤝 Networking time: 7:05 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Luter 170)\n🔁 Frequency: Bi-weekly (Tuesdays)\n💬 Join Slack: Fill Google Form \nThings to bring: \n\nLaptop\nEarphones/headphones\n\nRoadmap (optional structure we’re following): \n\nAI Fluency + Claude 101 (start here)\nBuilding with the Claude API\nIntro to MCP + MCP Advanced\nClaude Code in Action + Coursera module\nPractice questions + scenario walkthroughs\nAnti-patterns review\n\nBased on: “The Claude Certified Architect is Here!” \nYou are welcome to study on anything else too. The goal is the habit\, not the syllabus.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/peninsula-developers-study-group-6/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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ORGANIZER;CN="757 Developers":MAILTO:757-Polyglot-Developers-announce@messages.meetup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260623T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T030323Z
CREATED:20260522T030323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T030323Z
UID:10005112-1782241200-1782248400@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:Claude + Sales & Marketing Automation: Pipeline on Autopilot | AICHR
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This meeting will be recorded. By joining and remaining in this meeting\, you consent to being recorded. If you do not consent\, please do not join. \nThis event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot. \nClaude + Sales & Marketing Automation: Pipeline on Autopilot — \nYour sales pipeline shouldn’t depend on you remembering to follow up. Claude connects to your CRM\, scores your leads\, writes personalized outreach\, generates proposals\, and tracks your pipeline — all without you touching a spreadsheet or drafting another cold email from scratch. \nThis isn’t generic AI marketing advice. This is a structured system: lead comes in → gets scored → gets personalized outreach → gets nurtured → gets a proposal → closes. The tools are your existing CRM + Claude. The output is a pipeline that runs while you sleep. \nThis is a live demo workshop. We’ll build a complete sales and marketing automation system from scratch — starting with CRM integration and ending with a full pipeline that handles outreach\, follow-up\, proposals\, and reporting automatically. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n🔗 The Sales & Marketing Stack Inside Claude How CRM MCP connectors (Salesforce\, HubSpot\, GoHighLevel)\, Skills\, Routines\, and email automation combine into a single revenue engine — and why this stack replaces $500-2\,000/mo in sales tools and hours of manual pipeline management. \n📱 Demos We’ll Build Live: \n\nCRM Integration via MCP — connect Claude directly to your CRM (Salesforce\, HubSpot\, or GoHighLevel) and manage contacts\, deals\, and pipeline stages from a single conversation\nLead Scoring & Qualification Engine — build an automated system that scores inbound leads based on your ideal customer profile and routes them to the right workflow\nEmail Sequence Automation — create personalized outreach\, follow-up\, and nurture sequences that sound like you wrote each one individually\nProposal & SOW Generator — use Skills with templates to generate custom proposals and statements of work in minutes\, not hours\nCold Outreach Personalization at Scale — research prospects automatically and craft hyper-personalized messages that reference their company\, role\, and recent activity\nPipeline Reporting & Forecasting — automated weekly pipeline reports with deal velocity\, conversion rates\, and revenue forecasting\nLinkedIn Automation Integration — connect your LinkedIn outreach to your CRM pipeline for seamless prospecting and tracking\n\n📊 The Numbers Companies using AI for sales report 50%+ increases in leads and appointments\, 60-70% reduction in call time\, and 40-60% cost reductions in outreach. The average sales rep spends only 28% of their time actually selling — the rest is admin\, data entry\, and manual follow-up. This event automates the 72% so you can focus on closing. \nWho this is for: Business leaders\, founders\, sales teams\, and marketers who want to automate their pipeline without losing the personal touch. If you’re manually managing leads in spreadsheets\, writing the same follow-up emails over and over\, or spending hours on proposals that should take minutes — this is the session. Prior experience with Claude is helpful but not required. \nWho this is NOT for: People looking for theory. This is a hands-on workshop. Every demo involves connecting real CRM data and building real automation workflows. If you’re looking for a high-level overview of AI in sales\, this isn’t it. \nWhat you’ll leave with: ✅ A working sales pipeline automation connected to your CRM ✅ A free setup guide with every demo walkthrough\, step by step ✅ Email sequence templates you can deploy immediately ✅ A homework doc with bonus automations\, advanced workflows\, and exercises ✅ Understanding of CRM MCP connectors\, Skills templates\, and Routines for sales \nPrerequisites: — A Claude Pro\, Max\, or Team subscription (Cowork or Claude Code) — A CRM you actively use (Salesforce\, HubSpot\, GoHighLevel\, or similar) — A list of prospects or leads you want to reach (even a small one works) — Willingness to connect your real tools during the session \n🎙️ Your Speaker Andrew Stafford Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. 25+ years across technology\, cloud architecture\, and AI — including work with Amazon\, NASA\, healthcare platforms\, and enterprise systems. Author of AI for Business. Currently building at the intersection of AI tooling\, agentic workflows\, and practical business automation. \n🏢 For Businesses Want to bring AI automation training to your team? We offer private workshops (lunch and learn\, half-day\, full-day bootcamp)\, conference speaking\, and technical consulting. Book a discovery call \n\n🤝 Organizers & partners \nOrganizers The AI Collective Hampton Roads \nPlatinum partners TechArk Regent University ECPI University Hampton Roads Chamber Foundation Retail Alliance & Retail Alliance Foundation \nBronze partners Assembly 757 Collab \n🌍 Our parent org \nThe AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 240\,000+ pioneers – founders\, researchers\, operators\, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events\, workshops\, and community-led research\, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust\, openness\, and human flourishing. \nAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally\, by registering for this event\, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.
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SUMMARY:MixxedFit is Good For You
DESCRIPTION:Level up your wellness on the rooftop! Jump into the countdown to the Good For You Festival with a free\, high-energy MixxedFit class led by OneLife Fitness. This dance-inspired workout brings the Hampton Roads community together through music\, movement\, and positive energy. Perfect for all fitness levels\, it’s a great way to break a sweat and connect after work. RSVP to save your spot! – https://posh.vip/e/mixxedfit-is-good-for-you
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LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA\, United States
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