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This Week in 757 (Events) October 6, 2025
A curated list of upcoming business and innovation events in the 757.
FEATURED EVENTS
757 TechNite Presented by JPMorganChase
Thursday, October 9, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 757 TechNite Presented by JPMorganChase, an evening dedicated to recognizing the remarkable innovation shaping the future of Hampton Roads. This event brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, technologists, and government officials to celebrate those making a significant impact in the regional tech ecosystem.
Micro Pitch #4
Wednesday, October 8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Start Peninsula’s final Micro Pitch of the season is Wednesday, October 8 at 6 PM online. Three winners will each earn $500 and advance to the November championship for a shot at $5,000 — apply now to secure your spot.
If you’re not pitching and want a front row seat to watch the pitchers, here’s your link to attend for free.
MONDAY October 6
9:00 am - 11:00 am: The HIVE: Part 2—Mastering Sam.gov [Register]
TUESDAY October 7
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Hampton Roads Chamber: State of the Region 2025 [Register]
WEDNESDAY October 8
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm: Hampton Roads SBDC: Business Foundations - Management [Register]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Start Peninsula: Micro Pitch #4 [Register]
FERVENT FOUR RECAP
AI for High-Stakes Decisions
https://youtu.be/-MmLaKKnYTc
Major Takeaways
Embracing AI with a combination of logic-based rules and targeted artificial intelligence can significantly enhance operational efficiency and revenue capture for businesses, particularly in wholesale distribution.
The current challenge for enterprises in adopting AI lies in the integration and readiness of their existing data and systems, which often require substantial groundwork to fully leverage AI's capabilities.
Despite the rapid advancements in AI technology, many companies are still in the experimental phase, and the industry is expected to mature as more successful implementations and skilled professionals emerge over time.
THURSDAY October 9
8:30 am - 10:30 am: Newport News SWAM Business Services: Serve The City—Food Service Provider Forum [Register]
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Innovate Hampton Roads: 757 TechNite Presented by JPMorganChase [Register]
FRIDAY October 10
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm: The HIVE: (Lunch & Learn) Branding Basics Masterclass [Register]
Be sure to explore our full event calendar for upcoming happenings. CLICK HERE to check out everything coming in the future.
FERVENT FOUR NEXT EPISODE
Episode #282: Transforming Health Literacy with Thomas Chamberlain of EdLogics
Thomas Chamberlain, founder and CEO of EdLogics, shares how his digital health education company is transforming the way people learn about health.
By combining game mechanics, interactive learning, and behavioral science, EdLogics makes health information engaging and actionable while delivering powerful analytics for employers and health systems.
With a dual strategy that drives ROI for organizations and provides free access to underserved communities through a 501(c)(3) partnership, EdLogics is advancing public health through education.
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