Events Happening Now
Events Happening Now
The HIVE - Sponsored Workshops
In partnership with the Hampton Roads Workforce Council and Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development, VWU is offering the following professional development workshops at no cost. Our goal is to make the workshop series accessible to anyone who may be interested in learning, collaborating with community members, and/or growing their entrepreneurial skills.
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WORKSHOP NAME | DATE | TIME | RSVP | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Recurring | ||||
Leadership Coach on Call, Enjoying Life Leadership | Wednesdays | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Here | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
Financial Advisor on Call (Virtual or In-Person) | Wednesdays | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Here | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
| Small Business Counseling on Call, SCORE | Tuesdays/Thursdays | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Here | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
| Marketing Coach on Call, B.E. Suite | Wednesdays | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Here | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
| Virginia Department of Small Business Supplier & Diversity (SBSD) | Mondays/Fridays | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Email for Registration | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
| Hampton Roads Workforce Council | Mondays/Fridays | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Here | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) |
CPA on Call, Pixel Financial Group | Wednesdays | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) | |
Virginia APEX Accelerator (formerly known as PTAC) | Wednesdays | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | The HIVE (By Appointment Only) | |
April Events | ||||
| Business Essentials for Entrepreneurs: Navigating Commercial Real Estate and more | April 2 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| Business Model Canvas | April 5 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| The Resilient Entrepreneur's Toolkit | April 10 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Resumes Reimagined with Generative A.I. - A Hands-On Workshop Offered by Veterans Forge | April 11 | 9-11 a.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| Next Level Networking: How to Elevate YOUR Networking Game! | April 14 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Non-Traditional Funding Options for Businesses | April 15 | 11 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
Out of the Mid & Into Profit: Build Your Impact Portfolio Using Simple Systems | April 15 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| 4-Steps to Financial Security for Entrepreneurs | April 16 | 9-11 a.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| Navigating Cannabis Accounting: A Workshop for Financial Compliance and Success | April 17 | 11 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Communicating and Creating Exceptional Customer Service | April 22 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| (Lunch & Learn) From Chaos to Clarity – How to Structure Your Business for Growth | April 22 | noon to 1 p.m. | Here | The HIVE |
(Lunch & Learn) Authentic Leadership | April 22 | noon to 2 p.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| Foundations in Generative A.I. - A Hands-On Workshop Offered by Veterans Forge | April 23 | 9 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Fix Your Website Fast: 3 Easy Upgrades for Small Businesses | April 23 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Here | The HIVE |
| SWaM Information Session | April 29 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Customer Service: Kindness is the Key! | April 30 | 10 a.m. to noon | Here | The HIVE |
| Simple Strategies to Protect Your Home and Small Business from Cyber Attacks | April 30 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Here | The HIVE |
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