This Week in 757 (Events) - Jun 2, 2025

MUST WATCH
FROM MOON MISSIONS TO MAIN STREET: HOW PSIONIC IS CHANGING NAVIGATION FOREVER
Premiering Monday Jun 2, 7:57AM
https://www.innovate757.org/from-moon-missions-to-main-street-how-psionic-is-changing-navigation-forever

Psionic is revolutionizing GPS-denied navigation technology by transforming NASA-developed systems into rugged, scalable solutions for land, air, and space.

Originally designed for lunar landings, their interferometric lidar enables precise, real-time navigation without relying on GPS—making it ideal for autonomous vehicles, military operations, and environments where traditional signals fail.

Through innovative engineering, strategic commercialization, and real-world validation, Psionic is leading the charge in next-generation positioning technology.

MUST ATTEND
Rethinking IT Leadership Through EX & CX
Wednesday Jun 4, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
https://www.innovate757.org/event/rethinking-it-leadership-through-ex-cx/

Join us for another great panel discussion with area leaders. Peer-to-peer conversations where we learn from each other’s experiences, share practical insights, and tackle common challenges together.

MONDAY Jun 2
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: (One-on-One) Desanollo y Emprendimiento de Empresas [Register]

TUESDAY Jun 3
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: 1-on-1 Mindset Shifting [Register]

WEDNESDAY Jun 4
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]

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

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

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Jake Maines: Networking Happy Hour [Register]

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: 757CIO: Rethinking IT Leadership Through EX & CX [Register]

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm: The Hampton Roads Workforce Council: 757 Career Summit (Red Wine & Brew Networking Mixer)-Southside [Register]

THURSDAY Jun 5
9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: Hampton Roads Military Community Employer Networking Event (Newport News) [Register]

9:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: Hampton Roads Military Community Employer Networking Event (Norfolk) [Register]

9:00 am - 5:00 pm: The Hampton Roads Workforce Council: 757 Career Summit (Spring Edition) Southside [Register]

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

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm: Radiant Living Institute: Women’s Leadership Circle [Register]

FRIDAY Jun 6
9:00 am - 10:30 am: The HIVE: Build a Landing Page that Converts [Register]

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

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

Episode #264: Custom Code, Real Results: Kevin Griffin on Building Software That Actually Works

This week on the Fervent Four Show, we sit down with Kevin Griffin, a veteran independent software consultant and founder of Swift Kick. With over 15 years of experience—from Fortune 50 companies to nonprofits and military projects—Kevin shares how he helps small to mid-sized businesses solve workflow problems with custom-built software solutions.

We dive into why off-the-shelf tech often falls short, how tailored software can reduce costs and scale with your business, and what it means to build long-term relationships beyond just writing code.

Kevin also wears another hat as the President of RevolutionVA, the force behind nearly every major software development event in Hampton Roads over the past decade and a half. His work has helped foster a thriving tech community across the region.

And yes, we’ll talk roller coasters—Kevin is a proud member of the American Coaster Enthusiasts, chasing new thrills across the country.

If you think custom software is out of reach, this conversation might just change your mind.

📺 https://www.innovate757.org/live 

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