This Week in 757 (Events) - April 28, 2025

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

April 28, 2025

MUST ATTEND
How to Stay Safe and Secure from Cyber Attacks - THE HIVE Virginia Beach Business Resource Center
Wednesday, April 30 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
https://www.innovate757.org/event/how-to-stay-safe-and-secure-from-cyber-attacks/

This presentation will provide you with clear and actionable strategies to protect yourself and your data from cyber threats. Join us at The Hive to learn vital measures to keep you, your business, and your loved ones safe and secure.

MONDAY April 28
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Norfolk State University Innovation Center: Vibecoding 101: Make Your Idea Real [Register]

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Norfolk.js: How I Didn’t Build 757tech.org [Register]

TUESDAY April 29
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 - 4:00 pm: The HIVE: Transformational Leadership Coaching Session (Virtual) [Register]

WEDNESDAY April 30
8:30 am - 3:30 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: EXECUTIVE MILITARY TRANSITION SEMINAR (PENINSULA) [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 - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Customer Service: Kindness is the Key! [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]

11:30 am - 12:30 pm: The HIVE: How to Stay Safe and Secure from Cyber Attacks [Register]

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm: The HIVE: (One-on-One) Customer Service Consulting [Register]

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

THURSDAY May 1
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]

9:30 am - 2:30 pm: Hampton Roads Veteran Employment Center: Newport News Shipbuilding Pathways – Peninsula [Register]

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

FRIDAY April 25
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 #259: From Exits to Ecosystems: Berry Brunk on Building Boldly in Hampton Roads

With six exits and decades at the forefront of business innovation, Berry Brunk is no stranger to transforming industries.

On this episode of The Fervent Four Show, we dive into Berry’s entrepreneurial journey—from pioneering digital health platforms to launching Tidewater's leading lifestyle media brand and his latest venture, Exit Right Advisers.

Learn why venture capital often misses the mark in our region, what makes Hampton Roads uniquely poised for growth, and how Berry balances multiple businesses while keeping his eye on the exit.

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