This Week in 757 (Events) November 3, 2025

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

November 03, 2025

FEATURED EVENT
Startup World Cup Regional Competition Spotlights Virginia’s Growing Innovation Economy
Wednesday, November 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

In August, Virginia Beach and Innovate Hampton Roads served as the host for the Startup World Cup’s Virginia regional event — part of the world’s largest startup pitch competition.

How did Hampton Roads land a spot on a global stage known for innovation and entrepreneurship?

Find out during our Virtual Innovation Spotlight Webinar on Wednesday, November 5 at noon.

You’ll hear the story behind the successful bid, how local partnerships made it possible, and what it means for the startup ecosystem across the I-64 Innovation Corridor and beyond.

TUESDAY November 4
10:00 am - 11:00 am: The HIVE: Business Finance Basics [Register] 

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: The AI Collective HR: Automate Your Social Media – Online Only [Register] 

WEDNESDAY November 5
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: RVA757 Connects: Startup World Cup Regional Competition Spotlights Virginia’s Growing Innovation Economy [Register] 

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

THURSDAY November 6
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm: Bloom Coworking: RISE UP The Women’s Communication Lab Series—The Unspoken Advantage [Register]

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm: The HIVE: 2025 Annual Fall MBC Conference and Expo [Register]

SATURDAY November 8
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Samuels and Associations and Interface Hosting: National Stem Day [Register]

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

FERVENT FOUR

Episode #286: Crunchy Hydration: A Brand with Purpose

Crunchy Hydration is redefining what it means to fuel your body and mind. In this episode, we sit down with founder Megan Riggs to explore how this women-owned brand is shaking up the beverage industry with sparkling wellness water infused with superherbs, nootropics, and electrolytes.

With zero sugar, zero calories, and purposeful plant-powered ingredients, Crunchy is made for those who want cleaner hydration with real functional benefits.

Megan shares the journey behind the brand, the science-backed approach to wellness beverages, and how Crunchy is creating a drink that supports mental clarity, stress reduction, and everyday performance — without compromise.

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