This Week in 757 (Happenings) Aug 1, 2025

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Double the Thrill: Gear Up for Innovation at the Startup World Cup Pre-Party in Virginia Beach!

We’re thrilled to announce the Startup World Cup Pre-Party at The Hive in Virginia Beach, designed to supercharge your networking before the main showdown even begins. Enter the Pre-Party Celebration at The Hive Downtown (140 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23462) starting at 3 PM on the same day. Imagine mingling with seasoned founders, eager investors, creatives, operators, and innovation champions from around the globe. Whether you’re a startup veteran pitching your next big thing or a curious supporter dipping your toes into the scene, this pre-party sets the perfect tone. Read More ➜

REaKTOR’s FY25 Fireworks: How Hampton Roads’ Innovation Hub is Launching Startups to New Heights—and Boosting Your Opportunities

REaKTOR didn’t just appear out of thin air—it’s the evolution of a bold vision from the early 2000’s, sparked by the City of Hampton to leverage technology coming from NASA Langley Research Center. Over the years, REaKTOR has assisted dozens of companies, created more than 100 jobs, and generated $26 million in revenue through its programs. In FY25 alone, REaKTOR facilitated over $4 million in capital raised across five standout startups, empowering them to scale and innovate. Read More ➜

Gear Up for a Festive Boom: Unlock Holiday Retail Mastery with the Retail Entrepreneur Series in Hampton Roads

This isn’t your average webinar—it’s a turbocharged toolkit designed to propel small retailers into holiday stardom. Why should you, our trailblazing audience of innovators and business leaders, tune in? Simple: the holidays are retail’s Super Bowl, and this series arms you with winning plays to boost foot traffic, delight customers, and pad your bottom line. Read More ➜

LOCAL HEADLINES

Selden Market Levels Up: Two Trailblazing Startups Join Norfolk’s Innovation Hub for an Epic Fall Relaunch!

Downtown Norfolk‘s Selden Market is about to drop its final renovation bombshell this fall, and it’s bringing two game-changing businesses into the mix: Model Citizen Cocktail Supply and Juniper & Jam. These additions embody the innovation we’re all about: turning passions into scalable businesses, leveraging local resources, and building inclusive opportunities. Read More ➜

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