This Week in 757 (Events) - April 14, 2025

A curated list of upcoming business and innovation events in the 757.

April 14, 2025

MUST ATTEND
Next Level Networking: How to Elevate YOUR Networking Game! - The HIVE
Friday, April 14 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
https://www.innovate757.org/event/next-level-networking-how-to-elevate-your-networking-game/

At this information packed workshop, Michelle Olivia will share her simple but effective strategies for Highly Effective Networking.

Using these tips and techniques, Michelle has tripled her network in 6 months and increased her bottom line by 200%!

Are YOU ready to take your NETWORK to the NEXT LEVEL? See you there!

MONDAY April 14
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Next Level Networking: How to Elevate YOUR Networking Game! [Register]

TUESDAY April 15
9:00 am - 4:00 pm: The HIVE: Hampton Roads Military Community Employer Connect (Southside) [Register]

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: The HIVE: Hampton Roads Military Community Employer Connect (Peninsula) [Register]

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Non-Traditional Funding Options for Small Businesses [Register]

11:00 am - 4:00 pm: The HIVE: Transformational Leadership Coaching Session (Virtual) [Register]

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Assembly: Campus Easter Egg Hunt [Register]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: The HIVE: Build Your Impact Portfolio Using Simple Systems [Register]

WEDNESDAY April 16
9:00 am - 11:00 am: The HIVE: 4-Steps to Financial Security for Entrepreneurs [Register]

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: HERO Wednesday Collaborative Partners (Norfolk) [Register]

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: HERO Wednesday Collaborative Partners (PENINSULA) [Register]

10:00 am - 11:30 pm: Black BRAND: Coffee Connect | Virginia Beach [Register]

11:00 am - 2:00 pm: The HIVE: CPA on Call with Pixel Financial Group (Virtual) [Register]

11:00 am - 2:00 pm: The HIVE: Financial Advisor on Call (In-Person or Virtual) [Register]

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Portsmouth Economic Development: The Power of Budgeting [Register]

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: The HIVE: Discover the Power of Coaching (In-Person) [Register]

9:30 pm - 11:30 pm: Assembly: PechaKucha (PKN) Night [Register]

THURSDAY April 17
9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: Hampton Roads Military Community Education Connect (Peninsula) [Register]

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: Hampton Roads Military Community Education Connect (Southside) [Register]

10:00 am - 11:30 am: Black BRAND: Coffee Connect | Newport News| Hampton [Register]

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Fervent Four Show [Live]

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Navigating Cannabis Accounting [Live]

11:00 am - 1:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: HII Mission Technologies Skillbridge Information Session-Southside [Live]

11:00 am - 7:00 pm: The HIVE: Transformational Leadership Coaching Session (Virtual) [Register]

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Activation Capital: VA Bio +Tech Park Spring Festival [Register]

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Newport News SWAM Business Services: Chase Business Webinar Series [Register]

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Norfolk Innovation Corridor: Norfolk Kick Back Glass After Dark [Register]

FRIDAY April 18
9:00 am - 10:30 am: Virginia Venture Partners at VIPC: Coffee with VVP—Deep Tech is Different [Register]

9:00 am - 9:00 pm: 757 Startup Studios: 757 Build Fridays [Register]

Be sure to explore our full event calendar for upcoming happenings. CLICK HERE to check out everything coming in the future.

FERVENT FOUR
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Fervent Four Show [Live]

Episode #257: From Social Work to Startup Capital: Himalaya Rao-Potlapally’s Mission to Democratize Wealth

This week on The Fervent Four Show, we’re joined by Himalaya Rao-Potlapally, Managing Director of The BFM Fund and Executive Director of Venture Partners. With roots in social work and a passion for grassroots economic development, Himalaya is on a mission to shift the flow of capital toward overlooked founders and underserved communities.

Tune in to learn how she’s redefining who gets funded and why, the systemic barriers baked into traditional funding models, and how everyday Americans can reclaim power through financial education and intentional capital allocation.

From exploring closed-end funds to discussing the class divide in entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights for founders, funders, and community changemakers alike.

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