This Week in 757 (Happenings) Jul 18, 2025

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Ignite Your Career: Hampton Roads Launches Game-Changing Portal to Attract Top Talent and Fuel Innovation

We’re thrilled to help with the announcement of the launch of StartInHamptonRoads.com, a dynamic landing page designed to showcase why this coastal powerhouse is the perfect place to kickstart or supercharge your career. What makes this especially exciting for our innovation ecosystem? Hampton Roads is a coast of opportunity, where history meets the future. As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, remember: this is where it all began – America, made in Virginia. Read More ➜

Ignite Your Portsmouth Venture: EDA Grants Unleashed for FY26 – Fueling Local Innovation and Hampton Roads’ Entrepreneurial Surge

For Portsmouth entrepreneurs, this is your moment to shine locally while plugging into a regional network that’s redefining what’s possible. With awards up to $25,000, these grants are game-changers for eligible Portsmouth players: New startups, relocating businesses committing to our city, expanding operations, and even commercial property owners investing locally. Read More ➜

LOCAL HEADLINES

Tim Ryan Named to 2025 Power List: The Visionary Fueling Hampton Roads’ Innovation Renaissance

The Inside Business Power List is more than a list of titles—it’s a reflection of who is shaping the future of Hampton Roads. Tim Ryan is pushing Hampton Roads to own its story—and to tell it boldly. This year, Ryan, Executive Director of Innovate Hampton Roads, has been named to the Inside Business 2025 Power List, a recognition reserved for those truly moving the needle for the region’s economy. Read More ➜

ivWatch’s NICU Breakthrough: Slashing Severe IV Injuries in Newborns by 93% – Hampton Roads’ Latest Innovation Victory

Founded in 2010 right here in Newport News, ivWatch has built a powerhouse: nearly 70 patents, over 35 clinical evidence bodies, and expansions into 60+ global sites. Entrepreneurs, this is your blueprint: Solve real-world problems like the “silent threat” of IV failures, and watch your impact ripple worldwide while boosting our region’s economy. Read More ➜

FERVENT FOUR
A Global Look at Healthcare, AI, and the Future of Work
https://youtu.be/xfn0UWSUWC0

Major Takeaways

• Building strong relationships with clients is crucial for repeat business and can be achieved through excellent customer service and personal connections.

• Adapting the business model to avoid common industry pitfalls, such as excessive fees for employees, can create a more supportive and loyal team environment.

• Navigating challenges like the COVID-19 shutdown requires flexibility, resourcefulness, and strong community support, demonstrating the importance of resilience and adaptability in business.

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