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- This Week in 757 (Events) - May 19, 2025
This Week in 757 (Events) - May 19, 2025
A curated list of upcoming business and innovation events in the 757.

MUST WATCH
Building a Thriving Tech Workplace
Premiers Monday May 19 7:57AM
https://www.innovate757.org/building-a-thriving-tech-workplace/
In this episode of Disrupting the Tide, we dive into the story of Marathon Consulting, a Virginia-based technology firm known for its unwavering commitment to client success, employee development, and long-term growth. From its early days navigating startup challenges to becoming a trusted partner for major brands like STIHL, Marathon has built a reputation grounded in stability, resilience, and hands-on leadership.
MONDAY May 19
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Build Your Very Own Marketing Director – Powered by A.I. [Register]
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Jake Maines: Open House at 209 Pinner St [Register]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: The HIVE: Entrepreneurship is Stressful—The Mental Health Benefits of Sewing [Register]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: The HIVE: Hot to Start a Podcast to Optimize Your Business [Register]
TUESDAY May 20
8:30 am - 10:00 am: SEVA Women in Leadership Quarterly Roundtable [Register]
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]
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: The Big 3 in Business Mindset, Skillset, Toolset leads to Assets [Register]
11:00 am - 4:00 pm: The HIVE: 1-on-1 Mindset Shifting [Register]
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: The HIVE: Communicating and Creating Exceptional Customer Service [Register]
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm: Liberate Hampton Roads: Quarterly Leadership Development [Register]
WEDNESDAY May 21
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: Business Succession Planning—Securing Your Business’s Future [Register]
10:00 am - 11:30 pm: Black BRAND: Coffee Connect | Virginia Beach [Register]
11:00 am - 2:00 pm: The HIVE: Financial Advisor on Call (In-Person or Virtual) [Register]
11:00 am - 1:00 pm: The Hampton Roads Workforce Council: HII Mission Technologies Skillbridge Information Session-Peninsula [Register]
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm: First Atlantic Restoration: The IncuHub – Portsmouth: Lunch ‘n Learn—Let’s Protect What You’re Building [Register]
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: The HIVE: Discover the Power of Coaching (In-Person) [Register]
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Assembly: Oatmeal & Fruit Bar [Register]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: 757 Makerspace: Chirp and Chat – Birdhouse Workshop with Linda Parks [Register]
THURSDAY May 22
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 - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Adaptive Mindset Mastery [Register]
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: The HIVE: Navigating the Cannabis Industry: PTCB Course Info Session [Register]
11:00 am - 1:00 pm: Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center: Immediate Offers: Veteran Skilled Trades Hiring Event [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 #262: What's Next for Virginia Beach?
This week on the Fervent Four Show, we're joined by Christian Green, Director of Economic Development for the City of Virginia Beach.
With over 25 years of experience and a track record that includes more than $40 billion in development projects, Green brings deep expertise in public-private partnerships and strategic investment.
He’ll share what’s next for Virginia Beach and how the city is positioning itself for long-term economic growth and innovation.
