ivWatch announced that a lease has been signed, making them the anchor organization of Newport News Tech Center Research Park’s Building One. The company is relocating from its Hampton headquarters and Williamsburg research & development (R&D) facility, combining all departments under one roof…. [Read More]
Governor Northam Announces $1.5 Million for Winners of the RISE Coastal Community Resilience Challenge
Governor Ralph Northam announced $1.5 million in funding on April 18, 2019 for six business winners of the inaugural RISE Coastal Community Resilience Challenge. The winners will each receive between $160,000 and $310,000 to build innovative products, services and workforce development programs to help coastal communities adapt to climate change…. [Read More]
Johnny Garcia | Entrepreneur Award, Small Business of the Year 2019
The winner of this year’s Entrepreneur Award, Johnny Garcia, adopted the LEAP philosophy after reading “A Radical Leap: A Personal Lesson in Extreme Leadership” by Steve Farber which lays out a plan for success. The acronym stands for love, energy, audaciousness and proof…. [Read More]
Innovation is Underway at Newport News Tech Center
Since introducing the concept of Tech Center in 2014, its growth has been exponential. Its walkability, bikeability and highly caffeinated vibe has attracted the interest of many Newport News locals and transplants. The park’s shopping district, equipped with high-end eateries, retailers and lifestyle shops, spans 285,000 square feet and is over 98 percent leased. Its luxury accompaniment, Venture Apartments, has reached capacity for its 288 modern units and boasts a lengthy waiting list. The primary interest of course lies in the research park itself…. [Read More]
‘Humble Yourself.’ Norfolk Music Entrepreneur Gives Hopefuls Career Advice at I|E Series
Harrell and three other panelists spoke about the long and often arduous journey to entrepreneurial success as artists during a discussion April 5 in Norfolk. The talk was one of several at the new I|E Series on Granby event – a collaborative entrepreneurship initiative between Hampton Roads colleges and universities and startup resource organizations…. [Read More]
Maxx Potential Announces April 2019 Career Lab
Editor’s Note: Below is a press release from MAXX Potential seeking to reach people interested in pursuing a career in tech and computer programming. Once a Richmond-based startup, MAXX Potential decided to expand geographically by opening their second office right here in Hampton Roads office—specifically in Norfolk’s ODU Innovation Center—in 2017. While still headquartered in Richmond, the company graduated… [Read More]
Hampton Roads College Teams Named as Semifinalists for American Evolution Innovators Cup
From Spartan Echo Unique competition challenges undergraduate students from across Virginia to develop innovative solutions addressing issues facing the Commonwealth and the nation Virginia’s 2019 Commemoration, American Evolution, recently announced that teams from 4 colleges in the Hampton Roads area have been selected as semifinalists for the American Evolution Innovators Cup. Participants will compete for cash prizes totaling… [Read More]
First Woman President at W&M Sees Appetite for Innovation
Not only did Katherine Rowe become the first female in that role at the university, she proudly carries a multitude of other identities with her each day. She is CEO, administrator, scholar, teacher, entrepreneur, athlete, coach, volunteer, daughter, spouse and mom…. [Read More]
Chesapeake Students Win $100,000 in Technology for Their School
Looking out for others has brought a $100,000 prize to Deep Creek Middle School in Chesapeake. Since students began their Sight for Tomorrow project, every student at the school in need of glasses is on the way to receiving them. That shows not only the depth and magnitude of the project, but also why it was selected one of the top three national grand prize winners in this year’s Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest…. [Read More]
Hamilton Perkins, Creator of Eco-Friendly Travel Bags, to Open Pop-Up Store in MacArthur Center
Hamilton Perkins has come a long way since he started his socially-conscious business in 2014, but the location for his first brick-and-mortar location is right back in the area where it all began. … [Read More]
ODU Program Helps Local Government Contractors Commercialize
Gov2Com helps government contractors explore ways to grow by creating new commercial lines of business. Part of the ODU Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, the program helps participants create and validate a business model, plan for execution, determine financial requirements, and determine where and how to fund their new commercial business line…. [Read More]
Who Won 757Pitch: March 2019 Edition
Recap of 757Pitch for March 2019, Hampton Roads premier bi-monthly startup pitch competition where the best pitch wins $757. The event was held at Christopher Newport University. Find out who won this round and watch all the pitches…. [Read More]