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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 to you. 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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Forming a Business Entity: What’s the Right Fit for Me?

WORKSHOP NAME

DATE

TIME

RSVP

LOCATION

Recurring

1 Million Cups

Third Wednesdays

9 a.m.

Here

The HIVE

Leadership Coach on Call, Enjoying Life Leadership

Wednesdays11 a.m.-2 p.m.HereThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)

Financial Advisor on Call (Virtual or In-Person)

Wednesdays11 a.m.-2 p.m.HereThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)
Small Business Counseling on Call, SCORETuesdays/Thursdays10 a.m.-1 p.m.HereThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)
Marketing Coach on Call, B.E. SuiteWednesdays11 a.m.-2 p.m.HereThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)
Virginia Department of Small Business Supplier & Diversity (SBSD)Mondays/Fridays8 a.m.-5 p.m.Email for RegistrationThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)
Hampton Roads Workforce CouncilMondays/Fridays8 a.m.-5 p.m.HereThe HIVE (By Appointment Only)

CPA on Call, Pixel Financial Group

Wednesdays

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Here

The HIVE (By Appointment Only)

Virginia APEX Accelerator (formerly known as PTAC)

Wednesdays

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Email for Registration

The HIVE (By Appointment Only)

November Events

In Person

Mastering the Art of Pitching Your Business

Nov. 4

9-11 a.m.HereThe HIVE
Coffee & Human Resource Consultation: Employee or Contractor?Nov. 59-10 a.m.HereThe HIVE
VB Uplift GraduationNov. 69:30 a.m. to noonHereThe HIVE
SWaM Info SessionNov. 61-3 p.m.HereThe HIVE
Virginia Beach Fall Conference & ExpoNov. 7noon to 5 p.m.HereThe HIVE
Money Mindset: Money is the new sexy!Nov. 710-11:30 a.m.HereThe HIVE

Business Model Canvas

Nov. 910 a.m. to noonHereThe HIVE
Introduction to Project Management: Key to Project SuccessNov. 1211 a.m. to noonHereThe HIVE
Entrepreneur's Guide to Overcoming Overwhelm: Boost Your Productivity & Business Growth!

Nov. 12

1-3 p.m.HereThe HIVE
Non-Traditional Funding Options for Businesses

Nov. 13

11 a.m. to noonHereThe HIVE
Design Thinking for Business PlanningNov. 1411 a.m.-1 p.m.HereThe HIVE
Networking 101: How's YOUR IntroNov. 1810 a.m to noonHereThe HIVE

Learn to Profile Your Customer Base

Nov. 1811:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.HereThe HIVE
Coffee & Human Resource Consultation: Finding your Talent!Nov. 199-10 a.m.HereThe HIVE
Employee Benefits: Health Care Insurance ExplainedNov. 1911 a.m. to noonHere

The HIVE

Hampton Roads Veterans Business NetworkNov. 218:30-10:30 a.m.HereThe HIVE

Savoring Safely: Infused Oils & Spices for Your Thanksgiving Spread

Nov. 2111 a.m. to noonHereThe HIVE
(Lunch & Learn) The World of Philanthropy: Starting and Maintaining a Nonprofit OrganizationNov. 21noon to 2 p.m.HereThe HIVE




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