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X-WR-CALNAME:Virginia Beach · tech · Thursday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Newport News) DTSTART:20260917T130000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T000246Z UID:10005235-1789635600-1789657200@www.innovate757.org CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume " black hole." Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is w orth\n\n\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition. \nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters. \nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochure s. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military -hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’ t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find t heir next team leader. \nWho Should Attend: \nTransitioning Service Member s: Who are tired of the waiting game. \nMilitary Spouses: Looking for empl oyers who understand the PCS lifestyle. \nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role. \nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes i f you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t. \nBe Social: No stress\, tak e your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help. \nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people. \n If you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact u s: \nNewport News Front Desk: 757-782-4531 \nEmail: militarycommunity@thew orkforcecouncil.org \nThis event and the services provided herein at the H ampton Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,5 76 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,3 91 through nonfederal sources. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000246Z LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 600 Thimble Sh oals #Suite 210\, Newport News\, VA 23693\, Newport News\, VA\, 23693\, US URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-n ewport-news-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=virgin ia-beach-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Innovate Hampton Roads X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.innovate757.org/organizer/757-makerspace-communit y-workshop-and-studios END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Network: Direct Employer Access (Norfolk) DTSTART:20260917T130000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T000246Z UID:10005297-1789635600-1789657200@www.innovate757.org CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Stop applying online. Start shaking hands. Bypass the resume " black hole." Meet vetted hiring managers who know what your clearance is w orth\n\n\nThe Algorithm Can’t Hire You. We Can.\nThe Problem: You spend hours tailoring your resume. You submit it to an online portal. You wait. You hear nothing. The “Black Hole” of online applications is the enemy of a fast transition. \nThe Solution: The Network is your bypass. We cut the red tape and put you in the room with the people who actually sign the offer letters. \nThis isn’t a “job fair” where you collect brochure s. This is a tactical access point to the 757’s most aggressive military -hiring companies. We have vetted every employer in the room. They aren’ t here to tell you to “apply on the website”—they are here to find t heir next team leader. \nWho Should Attend: \nTransitioning Service Member s: Who are tired of the waiting game. \nMilitary Spouses: Looking for empl oyers who understand the PCS lifestyle. \nVeterans: Ready to level up from their current civilian role. \nYour Rules of Engagement:\nBring Resumes i f you have them BUT no biggie if you don’t. \nBe Social: No stress\, tak e your 30 seconds to tell them who you are. Make it count. Learn who they are and what they’re looking for. If it’s not you\, how you can help. \nThe job market is all about who you know. Come know the right people. \n If you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to contact u s: \nNorfolk Front Desk: 757-807-0423 \nEmail: militarycommunity@theworkfo rcecouncil.org \nThis event and the services provided herein at the Hampto n Roads Veterans Employment Centers are funded through 25% or $199\,576 th rough the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and 75% or $580\,391 th rough nonfederal sources. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000246Z LOCATION:Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC)\, 861 Glenrock R oad #Suite 220\, Norfolk\, VA 23502\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23502\, US URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/the-network-direct-employer-access-n orfolk-11/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=virginia-be ach-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Innovate Hampton Roads X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.innovate757.org/organizer/757-makerspace-communit y-workshop-and-studios END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Virginia Cup: Official Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T000246Z UID:10005396-1789664400-1789675200@www.innovate757.org CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Join the biggest business event of the summer\, where the regi on’s top leaders gather to celebrate innovation and showcase entrepreneu rship.\n\n\nVirginia’s Biggest Night for Innovation\n  \nThursday\, Sep tember 17 | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts | Virginia Beach\nFor o ne night each year\, Virginia’s innovation community comes together unde r one roof. Founders\, investors\, business leaders\, students\, entrepren eurs\, corporate executives\, and economic development leaders gather to c elebrate the companies and people shaping what’s next. Whether you’re looking to make meaningful connections\, discover emerging companies\, or simply experience the energy of innovation across the Commonwealth\, Virgi nia Cup is the place to be. \n  \nWhat’s Included With Your Ticket\n\nA dmission to Virginia Cup 2026\nLive competition featuring Virginia’s Top 10 companies\nNetworking with attendees from across Virginia\nEntertainme nt and special experiences throughout the evening\nThe championship ceremo ny as Virginia’s winner is crowned\nAccess to one of the Commonwealth’ s largest gatherings of founders\, investors\, and business leaders\n\n  \nMore Than a Pitch Competition\nVirginia Cup isn’t just about who wins. It’s about discovering the companies that could shape Virginia’s futu re\, meeting the people building them\, and being part of the conversation s that continue long after the event ends. Many attendees come for the com petition. They return for the connections. \nWho Should Attend?\n\nFounder s & entrepreneurs\nInvestors\nBusiness owners & executives\nCorporate inno vation leaders\nStudents & aspiring entrepreneurs\nEconomic development pr ofessionals\nAnyone passionate about business\, technology\, and innovatio n\nYOU\n\n  \nOne Night. One Stage. One Commonwealth.\nTen companies will compete for the title of Virginia Champion and the opportunity to advance to compete for a $1 million investment prize. Hundreds of attendees will leave with new ideas\, new relationships\, and a firsthand look at what’ s next. Don’t miss the event everyone will be talking about. \nReserve y our seat today. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T000246Z LOCATION:Sandler Center for the Performing Arts\, 201 Market Street #Unit 204\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23462\, US URL:https://www.innovate757.org/event/virginia-cup-official-startup-world- cup-virginia-qualifier/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=virginia-beach-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Innovate Hampton Roads X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.innovate757.org/organizer/757-makerspace-communit y-workshop-and-studios END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR