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SUMMARY:Retail 360: Insta-Ready Retail
DESCRIPTION:Retail 360: Insta-Ready Retail\nYour AI-Powered Playbook to Sell\, Connect\, and Grow on Instagram.\n\nIn today’s retail landscape\, your storefront doesn’t start at your front door—it starts on your customer’s phone. Instagram has become one of the most powerful tools to drive discovery\, build community\, and turn followers into loyal customers. But for many retailers\, keeping up with content\, trends\, and consistency can feel overwhelming. \nRetail 360: Insta-Ready Retail is a hands-on\, practical workshop designed to help you confidently show up online and use Instagram as a true sales channel—not just a marketing tool. Through a guided\, step-by-step approach\, you’ll learn how to define your voice\, create content that connects\, and build a system that makes showing up easier and more sustainable. \nWhether you’re running a boutique\, managing a retail team\, or wearing all the hats as a small business owner\, this experience gives you the tools and clarity to strengthen your digital presence and drive real results. \nWhat to Expect\nDuring this interactive workshop\, attendees will: \n\nLearn how to define and document a clear brand voice that makes your content feel authentic and consistent across every post.\nDiscover the types of content that not only engage your audience but actually drive sales and build community.\nSee a live\, start-to-finish demonstration of how to create a week’s worth of Instagram content using AI tools.\nBuild a 30-day content calendar tailored to your business\, ready to implement immediately.\nWalk away with a simple\, sustainable weekly system designed to save time and reduce content stress.\n\n\n\nThis is a working session—not just a presentation. Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and come ready to participate\, create\, and leave with content in hand. \nLed by Rachael Seda\, CEO & Co-Founder of Mix+Shine Marketing\nRachael Seda is CEO and Co-Founder of Mix+Shine Marketing\, a full-service digital marketing and social media agency focused on bringing national exposure to retail\, health and wellness\, and food and beverage brands. \nRecognized by TopRank as one of the Women Who Rock Social Media\, Rachael has built a career helping brands connect with their audiences in meaningful and measurable ways. She has led award-winning campaigns\, launched successful consumer brands\, and worked with organizations to navigate major shifts in digital communication. \nSince founding Mix+Shine in 2014\, she has helped businesses grow through smart strategy\, creative storytelling\, and practical execution. She is also a 2023 CoVaBIZ NextGen Award honoree\, co-host of The Corporate Dropout podcast\, and serves as President of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Southeast Virginia chapter. \nKnown for her energetic\, approachable style\, Rachael brings a mix of real-world experience and actionable insights—making complex marketing strategies feel simple\, doable\, and immediately relevant. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nBusiness Owners & Retail Leaders\nIf you’re ready to turn Instagram into a revenue-driving channel and stop guessing what to post\, this workshop gives you a clear system to follow.\nStore Managers & Supervisors\nStrengthen your approach to content\, create alignment around your brand voice\, and build a more intentional and effective social presence.\nFront-line Retail Staff & Key Team Members\nUnderstand how your day-to-day interactions\, products\, and in-store moments can translate into compelling online content that connects with customers.\n\nBusiness owners are strongly encouraged to bring their team.\nWhen everyone understands the brand voice and content strategy\, creating consistent\, high-quality content becomes faster\, easier\, and more effective. \nLet’s simplify your content\, strengthen your voice\, and turn your Instagram into a tool that works for your business—not something that sits on your to-do list.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/retail-360-insta-ready-retail/
LOCATION:Coalescence Coffee Company\, 226 West 24th Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23517\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23517\, US
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260727T223000
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SUMMARY:Norfolk.js: Building Resumes using JavaScript
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your online presence and coding skills. Norfolk.js presents a deep dive into building a data-driven resume using vanilla JavaScript. Paul Chin Jr. and Ryan McGovern will demonstrate two unique approaches to transforming a JSON file into a fully rendered resume page without frameworks. Perfect for all skill levels. RSVP via the event link. – https://www.meetup.com/norfolkjs/events/315672897/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/norfolk-js-building-resumes-using-javascript/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260729T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260729T230000
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SUMMARY:Black BRAND Headshots & Happy Hour Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive Black BRAND members’ event celebrating new members with relaxed networking after work. Guests will have the opportunity to update their professional headshots\, connect with fellow members\, and engage with community leaders in a lively\, social setting. Assembly tenants & members\, see the community portal for a limited number of discounted tickets! – https://app.glueup.com/event/black-brand-headshots-happy-hour-member-mixer-183505/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/black-brand-headshots-happy-hour-member-mixer-copy/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260730T203000
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Build and Demo Night (with prizes)
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Build & Demo Night — Where Hampton Roads Ships Real AI \nSomething’s building here. Every Month\, the AI Collective turns into a working garage: laptops open\, ideas flying\, and real projects taking shape in the room. This isn’t a lecture or a watch-along. It’s a build night. \nHere’s how it works\nCome with an idea\, a half-finished project\, or just curiosity. Spend the night building — solo or on a team. Then we demo. Show what you made\, get real feedback\, and see what everyone else is shipping. Working demos beat perfect slides\, every time.\nAndrew and a crew of experienced devs will be in the room the whole night — to pair up\, debug with you\, talk architecture\, or help you scope something you can actually finish by the end of the session. Stuck? We’ll get you unstuck. Just want to talk through an idea? That’s what we’re here for. \n👇 But here’s the bigger picture\nThese nights aren’t the finish line — they’re the on-ramp. \n\n🔧 Build & Demo Night → sharpen your skills\, form teams\, and get a project off the ground.\n⚡ Hackathons → take those teams and projects into focused sprint competitions and ship something real in 24–48 hours.\n🏆 Regional & National Stages → the strongest projects go on to compete at events like the Startup World Cup (global pitch competition\, $1M grand prize) and SCSP’s AI hackathons ($50K+ prize pools\, frontier-AI & national-competitiveness focus) — and whatever comes next.\n\nLocal reps → competitive teams → a shot at the biggest stages in tech. The people who show up to build on a random weeknight are the same people who’ll be repping Hampton Roads at a national final. That path starts here. \nWho should come \n\nDevelopers who want to build more\, and build faster\nFounders & entrepreneurs with an idea to prototype\nDesigners\, PMs\, and “non-technical” folks who want to team up with builders\nAnyone AI-curious who learns best by doing\n\nYou don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need a team. You don’t even need an idea — plenty of projects need hands\, and plenty of builders are looking for teammates.\nBring: a laptop\, a charger\, and something you want to make real. \nCome build. Demo something. Then let’s take it to the world stage. 🌎 \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\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 1 million+ 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-build-and-demo-night-with-prizes/
LOCATION:Wegmans Cafe\, 4721 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260730T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260731T010000
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SUMMARY:Extracurricular: The Power of Creative Business | Session V
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a dynamic networking event that explores the intersection of creativity and business. Presented by Antidote Agency\, this event brings together a panel of visionary business owners and creatives to share stories\, insights\, and strategies on harnessing creativity as a driving force for success in the business world. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, artist\, or simply curious about the synergy between art and commerce\, this event is for you! – https://posh.vip/e/extracurricular-session-v
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/extracurricular-the-power-of-creative-business-session-v/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232759Z
CREATED:20260415T232759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T232759Z
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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-12/
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:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000239Z
CREATED:20260421T000239Z
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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-7/
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:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T193000
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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-7/
LOCATION:Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA\, 23606\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260804T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232736Z
CREATED:20260415T232736Z
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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-11/
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=UTC:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T222145Z
CREATED:20260720T223834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T222145Z
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SUMMARY:Granby Street Glow Smoothie & Juice Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Power your workday with made-to-order smoothies and fresh juices! Granby Street Glow Smoothies & Juice Bar is popping up in our Living Room to blend up nutritious\, energizing drinks. Skip the morning slump\, connect with local creators\, and support a Downtown Norfolk favorite without leaving the building. Simply drop in\, pick your blend\, and pay on-site.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/granby-street-glow-smoothie-juice-pop-up/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260807T000000
DTSTAMP:20260330T231648Z
CREATED:20260330T231648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T231648Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Buffalo Wild Wings\, 101 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260807T000000
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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-5/
LOCATION:Buffalo Wild Wings\, 101 S Independence Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T190000
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SUMMARY:Beach Tech Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Beach Tech Summit is a three-day technology conference bringing together innovators\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, and industry leaders in one of the most unique settings in the country the Virginia Beach oceanfront.\nThis immersive experience blends cutting-edge technology\, high-impact networking\, and live activations across multiple industries\, including AI\, cybersecurity\, defense & military tech\, medical tech\, startups\, and emerging business solutions.\nWhat to Expect– A State of the art Drone Show salute to the Military– Vendor Village showcasing next-generation products/services– Meaningful networking with founders\, executives\, engineers\, creatives\, and investors– Satellite events\, after-hours experiences and activations\nWeekend Overview– Friday: Networking\, and VIP events– Saturday: Drone Show\, Tech Showcases\, Tech Job Fair\, Robot Demos & More– Sunday: Live activations\, Tech Showcases\, Tech Job Fair\, Robot Demos & More\nWhether you’re building\, investing\, leading\, or learning\, Beach Tech Summit is where technology\, business\, and community connect.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/beach-tech-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Neptune’s Park\, BEACH BOARDWALK\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23451
CATEGORIES:Conference,Entrepreneurship,Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T185636Z
CREATED:20260801T185019Z
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SUMMARY:Beach Tech Summit Table Top Exercise
DESCRIPTION:Experience a live cyberattack simulation with expert insights on ransomware\, resilience\, and crisis leadership.\n\n\nSponsored by Claroty\, KCG Engineering Group\, Local Sphere\, and Simis \nFriday\, August 7 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PMBeach Tech Summit \nIn today’s connected world\, a single phishing email can trigger a chain of events that disrupts businesses\, compromises sensitive data\, impacts critical infrastructure\, and challenges leaders to make critical decisions under immense pressure. \nRecognizing the importance of cyber preparedness\, Claroty\,  KCG Engineering Group\, Local Sphere\, and Simis are proud to sponsor a Live Cyber Tabletop Exercise (TTX) at this year’s Beach Tech Summit. This immersive experience is designed to educate\, inform\, and strengthen cyber awareness across the Hampton Roads community by demonstrating how a modern cyberattack unfolds—and how organizations can effectively respond. \nUnlike a traditional presentation\, attendees will experience a realistic cyber incident in real time. The scenario will evolve through multiple stages\, including phishing\, third-party vendor compromise\, malware detection\, ransomware\, data theft\, impacts to physical security systems\, public communications\, and executive decision-making during a rapidly escalating crisis. \nAs the incident unfolds\, an expert panel will explain each phase in clear\, practical terms\, providing insights from government\, critical infrastructure\, artificial intelligence\, and private industry. The discussion will focus not only on the technical aspects of the attack but also on the operational\, leadership\, and communication challenges organizations face during a cyber crisis. \nModerator \nJonny Garcia – SIMIS \nExpert Panel \n\nRandy Plotkin – Port of Virginia\nGenevieve Marquadt – CISA\nAndrew Stafford – AI Collective\n\nThroughout the exercise\, attendees will gain practical insight into: \n\nRecognizing phishing and social engineering attacks\nThird-party and supply chain cybersecurity risks\nMalware and ransomware operations\nData breaches involving sensitive information\nCrisis communications and public information management\nBusiness continuity and organizational resilience\nExecutive decision-making under pressure\nThe importance of collaboration between government and private industry\n\nWhether you are a business leader\, cybersecurity professional\, public official\, educator\, student\, or community member\, this session offers a unique opportunity to see how today’s cyber threats evolve and what it takes to prepare for\, respond to\, and recover from them. \nSpecial thanks to Claroty\, KCG Engineering Group< Local Sphere\, and SIMIS for their commitment to advancing cybersecurity awareness and supporting initiatives that help organizations and communities become more resilient in the face of emerging threats. \nJoin us on Friday\, August 7\, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM\, and experience one of the Beach Tech Summit’s most engaging and educational sessions as we explore the realities of today’s cyber threat landscape—together. \n \nhttps://kcgengineering.com/https://claroty.com/Https://Simisinc.com/ \n \nBeach Tech Summit VIP Experience (Aug 7–9\, Virginia Beach): \nRooftop Networking\, Luau Access\, Sunday Brunch & Early Entry Perks. \nClick link below for VIP access! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-tech-summit-vip-tickets-1990581973267 \nBeach Tech Summit Tickets (Aug 8–9\, Virginia Beach): \nExperience the future at Beach Tech Summit with AI\, gaming\, robotics\, innovation\, networking\, and tech exhibits. \nClick link below for tickets: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-tech-summit-tickets-1992720240883?aff=erellivmlt
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/beach-tech-summit-table-top-exercise/
LOCATION:Neptune SHIELD Tech Hub\, 448 Viking Drive\, Suite 300 Virginia Beach\, VA 23452\, 448 Viking Drive Suite 300\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23452\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23452\, US
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260718T164047Z
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SUMMARY:HTML Day | Freewrite
DESCRIPTION:This event is in person only. \nHTML is just writing. You type words\, save the file as .html\, open it in a browser\, done. You’ve made a website. That’s the whole trick. \nCome spend an afternoon making websites by hand\, the old way: no frameworks\, no build tools\, no drag-and-drop. Just a text file and a browser. Never written a tag in your life? Come anyway. You can write for an hour without touching HTML\, or go as deep as you want. Already fluent? Come make something weird and share it. \nThere’s no wrong way to do this. HTML is forgiving by design\, it runs on anything\, it doesn’t break\, and every page is readable by anyone who hits “view source.” That’s the spirit of the old web: open\, human\, no magic behind the curtain. \nThis is an AI-free event. Hands on keys\, write your own HTML like it’s 2003. We can’t frisk you at the door\, but the whole point is the making\, so leave the generators at home and build the thing yourself. \nHow it goes: show up\, quick hello and a short crash course for anyone who wants it\, an hour or so of freely writing HTML\, then optional sharing at the end. \nBring: a laptop (or pen and paper\, writing HTML by hand is great). No accounts\, no installs\, no experience needed. \nCheck out the announcement site here if you haven’t yet! \nCoffee and pastries provided by Val Town | Location provided by ECPI
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/html-day-freewrite/
LOCATION:ECPI\, 5555 Greenwich Road\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260808T131500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T030000
DTSTAMP:20260807T234451Z
CREATED:20260805T223928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T234451Z
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SUMMARY:Women Who Lead: Engage.Grow.Equip Workshops + Evening Networking and Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join Black BRAND’s Women Who Lead Society for a day of leadership workshops with speakers Michele Bryant and Dr. Mylira Carey\, an All-White Experience\, networking\, and Alumni Awards. Whether you’re a mentor\, graduate of the program\, or a supporter\, it’s a chance to reconnect\, sharpen your leadership edge\, and celebrate community. Tenants & members\, please see the community portal for a special discount. – https://app.glueup.com/event/women-who-lead-society-alumni-weekend-2026-187085/
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/women-who-lead-engage-grow-equip-workshops-evening-networking-and-mixer/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T124929Z
CREATED:20260720T223944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T124929Z
UID:10005272-1786462200-1786467600@www.innovate757.org
SUMMARY:AMA: Marketing Strategy That Drives Sales
DESCRIPTION:Transform your marketing into a revenue engine! Join AMA Hampton Roads in welcoming Jason Williams of 6 Stones Advisory for a deep dive into building strategies that actually drive sales. Learn to identify your ideal customer\, communicate your unique value\, and use data to track real performance. Sponsored by Qantm Creative & ABNB Federal Credit Union. Assembly tenants & members\, see the community portal for a special discount. – https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/6ntdn68
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/ama-marketing-strategy-that-drives-sales/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T143000
DTSTAMP:20260812T125745Z
CREATED:20260723T224115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T125745Z
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SUMMARY:Rise & Thrive: Build a Morning That Builds a Better Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover how small morning habits create a massive impact on your productivity. This interactive session explores practical strategies for habit stacking that actually fit your busy lifestyle. Ditch the rushed mornings\, connect with fellow professionals\, and leave with a personalized plan to start your days feeling energized and focused. Light refreshments provided. Free for tenants & members; $15 for non-members. – https://community.assemblynfk.com/en/events/view/1415756977/rise-and-thrive-build-a-morning-that-builds-a-better-day
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/rise-thrive-build-a-morning-that-builds-a-better-day/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260813T003000
DTSTAMP:20260812T125745Z
CREATED:20260724T225338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T125745Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Remedy x Doodle Fest
DESCRIPTION:Explore your creative side at the Doodlefest Prompt Party\, hosted by CG Paints and Creative Remedy. This free\, guided doodling experience uses fun prompts to spark your imagination. Whether you’re a pro or a beginner\, enjoy a zero-pressure space to experiment and connect with local creators. Basic drawing supplies are provided\, or you can bring your own sketchbook. RSVP via Eventbrite to secure your spot!  – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/create-remedy-doodle-fest-prompt-party-tickets-1995102696873?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/creative-remedy-x-doodle-fest/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260727T173637Z
CREATED:20260727T173637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T173637Z
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SUMMARY:🧜‍♀️ AICHR | Build and Demo Night (with prizes)
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Build & Demo Night — Where Hampton Roads Ships Real AI \nSomething’s building here. Every Month\, the AI Collective turns into a working garage: laptops open\, ideas flying\, and real projects taking shape in the room. This isn’t a lecture or a watch-along. It’s a build night. \nHere’s how it works\nCome with an idea\, a half-finished project\, or just curiosity. Spend the night building — solo or on a team. Then we demo. Show what you made\, get real feedback\, and see what everyone else is shipping. Working demos beat perfect slides\, every time.\nAndrew and a crew of experienced devs will be in the room the whole night — to pair up\, debug with you\, talk architecture\, or help you scope something you can actually finish by the end of the session. Stuck? We’ll get you unstuck. Just want to talk through an idea? That’s what we’re here for. \n👇 But here’s the bigger picture\nThese nights aren’t the finish line — they’re the on-ramp. \n\n🔧 Build & Demo Night → sharpen your skills\, form teams\, and get a project off the ground.\n⚡ Hackathons → take those teams and projects into focused sprint competitions and ship something real in 24–48 hours.\n🏆 Regional & National Stages → the strongest projects go on to compete at events like the Startup World Cup (global pitch competition\, $1M grand prize) and SCSP’s AI hackathons ($50K+ prize pools\, frontier-AI & national-competitiveness focus) — and whatever comes next.\n\nLocal reps → competitive teams → a shot at the biggest stages in tech. The people who show up to build on a random weeknight are the same people who’ll be repping Hampton Roads at a national final. That path starts here. \nWho should come \n\nDevelopers who want to build more\, and build faster\nFounders & entrepreneurs with an idea to prototype\nDesigners\, PMs\, and “non-technical” folks who want to team up with builders\nAnyone AI-curious who learns best by doing\n\nYou don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need a team. You don’t even need an idea — plenty of projects need hands\, and plenty of builders are looking for teammates.\nBring: a laptop\, a charger\, and something you want to make real. \nCome build. Demo something. Then let’s take it to the world stage. 🌎 \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\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 1 million+ 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-build-and-demo-night-with-prizes-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:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232837Z
CREATED:20260415T232837Z
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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-14/
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:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T000318Z
CREATED:20260421T000318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000318Z
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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-8/
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:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T015333Z
CREATED:20260505T015333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T015333Z
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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-8/
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:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232815Z
CREATED:20260415T232815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T232815Z
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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-13/
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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SUMMARY:Make-Your-Own-Mocktail
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a casual afternoon reset away from the screen to recharge your energy at our Make-Your-Own Mocktail Social. Craft custom\, zero-proof drinks packed with flavor and mingle with a vibrant community of creators. Drop by\, mix up something sparkling\, and enjoy the good vibes!
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/make-your-own-mocktail/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T120000
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SUMMARY:Founder ↔ Founder Matchmaking
DESCRIPTION:About the event\n\n\nA curated 60-minute session where founders and entrepreneurs meet face-to-face in rapid\, relevance-aligned 1:1 conversations. \n  \nThis is a founder community accelerator\, bringing together entrepreneurs at every stage looking for partnerships\, referrals\, co-founders\, and peers who actually get it. \n  \nIt’s not a webinar. It’s not a panel. And it’s not on Zoom! \n  \nIt’s a high-intent room where every conversation is engineered for relevance and momentum. If you enjoy waiting weeks for replies to your cold DM’s that never come\, this is not for you. \n  \nIf you want high-signal conversations in under an hour\, get ready! \n  \n🤝 How the Room Works \n\nAll founders are visible in the room\nEveryone can see who is participating before the session\nEveryone chooses who they want to meet\nYou’ll meet a new participant approximately every 5 minutes\nIf you’re vibing\, you have the option to extend the time\nMost founders will have 8–12 total conversations in one hour\n\n  \nYou’ll meet: \n\nfounders at your stage\, working through the same problems you are\nfounders further along\, who’ve already solved what you’re facing\nfounders in adjacent industries\, which often leads to partnerships\, referrals\, and shared intel\n\nThis is an intentional room\, not a pitch environment. \n  \n🔍 How Matching Works \nFounders select simple tags when registering. Matches are curated based on: \n\nIndustry / sector alignment\nStage (pre-seed / seed / later)\nWhat you’re looking for (co-founder\, partnerships & referrals\, mentorship\, general networking)\n\nMatches are based on relevance\, availability\, and mutual interest. \n🚀 VIP gets priority in the room: \n\nincreased visibility to other founders (profile placed at the top of the list)\nfront of the line access when multiple founders request to meet the same person\nearlier placement into conversations when the energy is high\nmore meetings with the people you select\n\nVIP overrides standard mutual selection when demand for a specific founder exceeds availability. This does not guarantee any specific outcome\, it improves access\, positioning\, and probability in a constrained environment. \n  \n📩 Event Access & Registration Details \nThis event is free to attend. Once you register\, you’re in. \n  \nWant VIP? $49 for this session\, or become a Keyholder and get it every time. \n  \nThe event link and final instructions will be emailed 24–48 hours before the event to keep the room clean and intentional. \n  \nJust show up on time and be ready to talk.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/founder-%e2%86%94-founder-matchmaking/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260822T113000
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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-2/
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=America/Halifax:20260825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260825T103000
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SUMMARY:Automating Routine Tasks w/ AI | HR Chamber + AICHR
DESCRIPTION:This is ticketed event! Purchase a ticket via the link down below to lock in your spot: \nhttps://business.hrchamber.com/event-calendar/Details/automating-routine-tasks-with-ai-1852282?sourceTypeId=EmailInvitation \nArtificial intelligence is quickly becoming a practical tool for reducing repetitive work\, improving efficiency\, and helping teams spend more time on higher-value responsibilities. \nIn this approachable\, business-focused session\, AI Collective Hampton Roads will explore how organizations can use today’s AI tools to support routine tasks across areas such as administration\, communications\, research\, customer service\, operations\, documentation\, and internal workflows. \nAttendees will learn where automation can provide immediate value\, see practical examples of how AI can support everyday work\, and discuss important considerations for adopting these tools responsibly. \nThe session will also provide an opportunity to connect and network with other professionals\, business owners\, and organizational leaders who are exploring how AI can improve the way their teams operate.\nNo advanced technical experience is required. \nWhether you are just beginning to explore AI or are already experimenting with automation\, this session will help you identify realistic opportunities to apply these tools within your work. \nPresented By:\nThe Hampton Roads Chamber + AI Collective Hampton Roads
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/automating-routine-tasks-w-ai-hr-chamber-aichr/
LOCATION:ECPI\, 5555 Greenwich Road\, 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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SUMMARY:Work From Downtown: Free Coworking Day
DESCRIPTION:Unlock a new level of productivity! Join Downtown Norfolk Council for a free day of coworking at Assembly. Enjoy networking\, refreshments\, and tours until 1 pm\, then stay for the day to soak in the creative energy and transform your workday. Ditch the home office\, escape the boring cubicle\, and plug into a vibrant community of local creatives\, innovators\, and entrepreneurs. Space is limited; RSVP to reserve your spot! – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/work-from-downtown-co-working-day-tickets-1993687107808?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/work-from-downtown-co-working-day/
LOCATION:400 Granby St\, Norfolk\, VA 23510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260716T163959Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Meetup: ARE We F*cked? An Anti-AI-Doomer's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our new Pop-up Meetups series\, featuring great speakers from around Hampton Roads. If you loved Hampton Roads DevFest\, these meetups are for deeper conversation\, building on ideas\, and seeing how you can be a better professional. \nARE We F*cked? An Anti-AI-Doomer’s Perspective \nFeeling lost\, irrelevant\, and just a bit AI-gitated when it comes to your work in the world of AI? \nNever fear! The reality is less scary than the existential crisis we all went through 6 months ago. \nThis talk isn’t about YOLOing it and shipping all the AI slop. \nThis talk is for the rest of us\, the people who still have to get real work done on Monday and want to help their fellow humans. We’ll figure out where AI earns its keep\, where it wastes your time\, and where you are still the best tool in the room. \nYou’ll walk away with: \n\nA clear understanding of when to reach for AI versus your awesome human self.\nA starting list of which AI tools to use for each job.\nA sense of relief and clarity on what to do next.\n\nBring: curiosity\, questions\, and a friend. \n📍 The Hive\, Virginia Beach\n🕕 Wed\, Aug 27 · 6:00 PM \nFood and drinks will be provided.
URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/pop-up-meetup-are-we-fcked-an-anti-ai-doomers-perspective/
LOCATION:The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach\, 140 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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