Powering the Future of Entrepreneurship in #The757

Hampton Roads has always been home to builders, dreamers, and doers. From a legacy of shipbuilding to a thriving tech and startup ecosystem, innovation is in our DNA. At Innovate Hampton Roads, we serve as the hub for entrepreneurship, connecting founders with the resources, knowledge, and network they need to launch and grow successful businesses.

None of this would be possible without the support of our partners—visionary organizations that invest in the future of innovation across the region.

 

 

 

Hampton has attracted top businesses and developers from across the country, with key industries such as Aerospace, Homeland Defense Security, and Retail shaping a dynamic mix of growing and established business clusters. The city is committed to helping new and start-up businesses succeed by connecting them with essential tools, resources, and strategic guidance. Initiatives like Business Exchange Hampton bring leaders together to share best practices, explore new models, and build lasting relationships.

Hampton also offers a variety of incentive programs and services to support business growth, alongside extensive higher education and workforce training opportunities to ensure access to skilled and educated talent. Whether expanding an existing operation, launching a new business, or relocating to the area, the Economic Development Department provides the experience and knowledge to help companies thrive.

 

 

 

The Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development helps businesses start strong, grow strategically, and expand globally. Whether making a local move or taking a global leap, companies can rely on the department as a trusted partner for guidance, resources, and support. At The HIVE, entrepreneurs and startups access space, tools, and expertise to bring their boldest innovations to life.

As the driving force behind the city’s vibrant business community, the department attracts national and international companies, supports local business expansion, and fosters new investment, innovation, and job creation. Its mission is to drive economic vitality and inclusive prosperity, helping businesses of all sizes thrive in Virginia Beach.

 

The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) was formed to support the Commonwealth’s vision for the expansion of innovation, opportunity, and job creation here in Virginia.

VIPC creates technology-based economic development strategies to accelerate innovation, imagination, and the next generation of technology and technology companies. VIPC, a non-profit corporation, bridges gaps at the earliest stages of the Innovation Continuum. Through commercialization and seed funding VIPC helps entrepreneurs launch and grow high-growth technology companies and create high-paying jobs for the future. VIPC helps facilitate national innovation leadership and an accelerated rate of technology adoption through partnerships with innovative technology start-up companies, ecosystems, and advanced technology consumers.

VIPC is the operating non-profit of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA).

 

 

Williams Mullen is a regional, full-service law firm with 250+ attorneys in offices across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. Since our firm began in 1909, our goal has been to provide business and legal solutions to help our clients’ businesses thrive. While we excel within our mid-Atlantic footprint, our clients find that they increasingly come to us for their legal needs across the United States and internationally. They tell us they appreciate our AmLaw 200 big firm capabilities and experience without the big firm rates.

 

Why Partner with Innovate Hampton Roads?

As the number one ranked startup resource in Hampton Roads, voted by the community two years in a row, we are the trusted platform for entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and business leaders looking to thrive in our region. Our curated audience reaches over 20,000 people per month, making partnership with us a powerful opportunity to:

  • Increase brand visibility within the region’s growing startup ecosystem
  • Support economic growth by helping entrepreneurs succeed
  • Gain direct access to founders, investors, and key decision-makers
  • Showcase expertise through featured content, workshops, and sponsorships

Be a Part of the Movement

By supporting Innovate Hampton Roads, you are not just gaining visibility—you are actively investing in the future of business in Hampton Roads.

Ready to become a partner?
Contact Tim Ryan today to discuss sponsorship opportunities. Download our Sponsorship Flyer