Norfolk Department of Development

12/27/2021

Technical Assistance Clinic for Black and Latinx Businesses - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Apply now to the Norfolk Small Business Technical Assistance Clinic, where we will pay for you to work with professionals in the following categories: Branding & Marketing, Accounting, Website Development & E-Commerce, and Business Consulting. Link is in the article!
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Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Apply now to the Norfolk Small Business Technical Assistance Clinic, where we will pay for you to work with...

12/22/2021

Downtown Norfolk’s Selden Market seeks more business tenants

NORFOLK — If you’re looking ahead to 2022 with a need for a space to operate your established or new business, Selden Market in downtown Norfolk has spots available.

Proposals are now being accepted for tenants to join the marketplace’s mix of eclectic small businesses.

12/20/2021

Key Component to Comprehensive Strategy to Address Homelessness Acquired - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Key Component to Comprehensive Strategy to Address Homelessness Acquired. Follow the link to find out more.

On December 20, 2021, the City of Norfolk, closed on the purchase of the former Budget Lodge located at 1050 Tidewater Drive as part of a comprehensive strategy to address...

12/14/2021

Invest In The Zone - Norfolk Enterprise Zone - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Invest in the Zone - Norfolk Enterprise Zone

The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will be hosting How To Qualify webinars in January. These webinars are great for zone investors/business owners who are applying for grants this year, and anyone else who wants to learn about the details of the grant process. Follow this link to register.

The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will be hosting How To Qualify webinars in January. These webinars are great for zone investors/business owners who are applying for grants this year, and anyone else who wants to learn about the details of the grant process. Follow this lin...

12/01/2021

It's December 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/e8b5460214fe/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5701392

It's December 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/e8b5460214fe/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5701392

11/27/2021

Today is small business Saturday! Norfolk is home to hundreds of small, locally owned shops. Make a big impact and be sure to shop small this holiday season. #smallbusinesssaturday #norfolkva

Today is small business Saturday! Norfolk is home to hundreds of small, locally owned shops. Make a big impact and be sure to shop small this holiday season. #smallbusinesssaturday #norfolkva

11/17/2021

Norfolk Enterprise Zone 2020 = $20.1 Million Invested. 369 Jobs Created. Eight Norfolk Businesses. - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Follow the link for Norfolk Enterprise Zone news.

The Virginia Enterprise Zone (VEZ) program is a partnership between the Commonwealth of Virginia and local governments designed to incentivize job creation and real property investment. The goal of the program is to...

11/09/2021

Streetlight Outages | Virginia | Dominion Energy

Daylight savings time started this week so you may notice more streetlights out on your commute home. Please report any streetlight outages as you leave work. The City has over 30,000 street lights so it’s important to report these outages to Dominion Energy.

Reporting a streetlight outage helps keep your neighborhood safe. We'll walk you through the easy steps to make a report.

11/09/2021

Retailer of the Year Awards 2021

Congratulations! Several Norfolk businesses named Retailers of the Year by Retail Alliance. Follow the link to see the winners!

Retailer of the Year 2021 Congratulations to Taylor's Do it Center for being selected as the Retailer of the Year 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Sponsored by MacArthur Center Watch the announcement video with a special

11/04/2021

Starting on Tuesday, November 9, all of the northbound lanes on the Granby Street Bridge will be reopened to traffic.

We’re roughly a year into the Granby Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project to extend the bridge's useable life. Both the bridge deck and the support structures are being repaired to address current corrosion and deterioration issues as well as improve the bridge’s condition.

Starting on Tuesday, November 9, all of the northbound lanes on the Granby Street Bridge will be reopened to traffic.

The southbound far right lane (bike lane) on the bridge will then close to traffic. The two far left lanes of the southbound bridge will still be open to traffic along with access to Llewellyn Avenue.

This traffic pattern will be in place from November 10 through mid-March. Find out more at https://www.norfolk.gov/4945/Granby-Street-Bridge-Rehabilitation.

11/03/2021

Local Foods, Local Places: Norfolk Virtual Workshop Registration

Norfolk is partnering with the EPA and USDA to discuss strategies that will improve the local food ecosystem and keep our neighborhoods healthy. Your participation matters! Please register to join in on the conversation and workshops. Follow the link for more information and to register!

Welcome! This is the registration page for the Local Foods, Local Places Virtual Workshop for Norfolk. The workshop is a series of the following seven, interconnected, virtual video-conference sessions: Monday, November 8 1. Vision and Values, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM EST 2. Case Stories, 12:00 PM – 1:3...

11/01/2021

It's November 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/d9a2c3d4f1c3/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5670668

It's November 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/d9a2c3d4f1c3/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5670668

10/22/2021

Military Circle Mall Redevelopment Public Input Forum

Tell us what you think about the Military Circle Redevelopment by filling in our Military Circle Redevelopment Electronic Public Input Forum: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K67QMNN

SURVEY CLOSES ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29th, 2021

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The purpose of this forum is to solicit feedback from current and future Norfolk residents, workers, business owners, property owners and visitors regarding the redevelopment of Military Circle Mall.

10/21/2021

The 2021 NEON Festival | October 21-22

The NEON Festival Starts Today! Make sure to visit the festival website for a complete listing of all the events, entertainment, food and beverage offerings and public art that will ignite the district. Watch for QR codes around the district that lead to the schedule of events. Plan your NEON experience now!

The NEON Festival is free and open to the public. Parking is available on street and at the Harrison Opera House lot and the Chrysler Museum of Art

Follow the link below!

The NEON Festival is a celebration of energy and light in Norfolk’s Arts District. From public art to live performances, come experience the neighborhood’s transformation into a true arts destination.

10/19/2021

Business... Before, During, and After COVID Lockdown

Join the virtual discussion and learn how these business owners navigated the uncertain journey through the COVID shutdown and came out successful. Brought to you by the Norfolk State University Innovation Center. Follow the link to register.

Join our discussion and learn how these business owners navigated the uncertain journey through the COVID shutdown and came out successful.

10/19/2021

Norfolk Receives Workforce Awards In Support Of Military Veterans - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Norfolk receives two workforce awards in support of military veterans, transitioning servicemembers and military spouses. Follow the link for the full story.

Norfolk receives two workforce awards in support of military veterans, transitioning servicemembers and military spouses. – 2021 Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Awards were announced during the 2021 Virginia Veterans and...

10/18/2021

Dr. Angela Reddix Named To Ebony Magazine's Power 100 List - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Norfolk entrepreneur, business owner, and philanthropist Dr. Angela Reddix was honored recently after being named to EBONY Magazine’s Power 100 List for 2021. She was named an innovation leader. Follow the link for the full story.

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Norfolk entrepreneur, business owner, and philanthropist Dr. Angela Reddix was honored recently after being named to EBONY Magazine’s Power 100 List for 2021. She was named an innovation leader. State...

10/18/2021

#NorfolkVA is thrilled to host Atlantic Union Bank Patriotic Festival in 2022. 🇺🇸

10/14/2021

Tell us what you think about the Military Circle Mall Redevelopment! We value your opinion! Complete the input form here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K67QMNN

#militarycircle #norfolkva #reimaginemilitarycircle #militarycirclemall #redevelopment #norfolk

Tell us what you think about the Military Circle Redevelopment by filling in our Military Circle Redevelopment Electronic Public Input Forum: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K67QMNN

#militarycircle #norfolkva #reimaginemilitarycircle #militarycirclemall #redevelopment #norfolk

10/13/2021

Norfolk Economic Development Department Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Norfolk Economic Development Department won a Gold Rank for its Norfolk Innovation Corridor, a project in the category of Public-Private Partnerships of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented at an awards ceremony during the IEDC Annual Conference, on Tuesday, October 5th, 2021. Click the link below to read more about this great achievement!

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Washington, DC – Norfolk Economic Development Department won a Gold Rank for its Norfolk Innovation Corridor, a project in the category of Public-Private Partnerships of the International Economic Development Council...

10/11/2021

The City of Norfolk Department of Economic Development Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

The City of Norfolk Department of Economic Development won a Silver Rank for Norfolk Works, a project in the category of Talent Development and Retention of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented at an awards ceremony during the IEDC Annual Conference, which concluded las week. Read more about this noteworthy achievement by clicking the link below!

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Washington, DC – The City of Norfolk Department of Economic Development won a Silver Rank for Norfolk Works, a project in the category of Talent Development and Retention of the...

10/06/2021

Norfolk Economic Development Department Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Norfolk Economic Development Department won a Gold Rank for its Norfolk Works, a project in the category of Multi-Year Economic Development Program of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented yesterday at an awards ceremony during the IEDC Annual Conference, which is currently underway. This is one of three awards for the Department. Check back during the following days for the rest of the awards!

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Washington, DC – Norfolk Economic Development Department won a Gold Rank for its Norfolk Works, a project in the category of Multi-Year Economic Development Program of the International Economic Development...

10/06/2021

Woman Owned Architecture and Design Firm Has Positive and Inspiring Impact on Her community - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

This is an ongoing series that profiles Norfolk small businesses and entrepreneurs who have benefitted from the programs offered by the Norfolk Department of Development and their partners. September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month. Here’s a Norfolk Hispanic-owned business making a difference in Norfolk and the Commonwealth.

This is an ongoing series that profiles Norfolk small businesses and entrepreneurs who have benefitted from the programs offered by the Norfolk Department of Development and their partners. September 15...

10/04/2021

Determination + Compassion + An Eye For Beauty = TANGLES - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

This is an ongoing series that profiles Norfolk small businesses and entrepreneurs who have benefitted from the programs offered by the Norfolk Department of Development and their partners. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here’s a Norfolk business that is dedicated to helping those battling this disease.

This is an ongoing series that profiles Norfolk small businesses and entrepreneurs who have benefitted from the programs offered by the Norfolk Department of Development and their partners. October is Breast...

10/01/2021

A developing picture - Virginia Business

“We’re really focused on business expansion and our primary employers,” says Jared Chalk, Norfolk’s director of economic development. “That’s been our focus this year and it’s paid off really well for us.”

Check out the full Virginia Business article! Follow the link.

As Norfolk prepares for some sizable development projects, city officials don’t plan to forget the strong business base that positioned the area for such investments. “We’re really focused on business expansion and our primary employers,” says Jared Chalk, Norfolk’s director of economic de...

10/01/2021

It's October 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/c80544ae928d/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5655132

It's October 1st. And here's the latest Norfolk business news. - https://mailchi.mp/c80544ae928d/norfolk-economic-development-covid-19-news-5655132

09/29/2021

Governor Northam Announces App That Makes Small, Women-Owned, and Minority-Owned Businesses More Accessible - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced the launch of the Start Small app to connect app users and state government agencies with nearby vendors. Start Small is free, mobile-friendly, and can be used by anyone.

Follow the link for the full press release.

~ Start Small app has a searchable database of more than 100,000 companies ~   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · September 29, 2021 Office of the Governor [email protected] Department of General...

09/27/2021

Norfolk Works & Local Workforce Partners Host Virtual Amazon Employment Event - Norfolk Department of Economic Development

Amazon now has several facilities in the Hampton Roads area, including one of its newest located at 1400 Sewells Point Road in Norfolk. And they are hiring! Follow the link to find out more.

In late September, thirty job seekers participated in Amazon’s virtual employment open house. The event was hosted by Norfolk Works in partnership with Norfolk Human Services’ CARES TEAM, USI-People First,...