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The MBC serves as an advisory agency to the City Manager and the City Council with respect to the City's procurement policies and procedures. The MBC provides information, guidance and programs that enable business owners to understand how to work with the City of Virginia Beach. Additionally, you may find useful information relevant to contracting with other government agencies. Visit our Website: www.vbgov.com/government/departments/finance/Pages/minority-business-council.aspx Meet our MBC Council Members:http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/finance/Pages/Minority-Business-Council-Members.aspx
Mission: The mission of the Minority Business Council is to advance and facilitate an environment of business opportunities, focusing on increasing expenditures to minority and women-owned businesses by the City of Virginia Beach as a means to further the City's economic development and vitality.
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Wherever you happen to be this Friday, please join us for a moment of silence at 4:06 p.m. in honor of the victims of last year’s municipal center tragedy. For the full program of remembrance activities, visit https://www.loveforvb.com
Here’s the latest and immediate opportunities for SWaM and DBE Businesses for the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Project.
The Hampton Roads Connector Partners held a webinar today to spotlight opportunities for SWaM and DBE firms.
Click on this link, register with your name and email and watch now!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/4548815250876175105
Share this graphic, and challenge your friends and family to complete the 2020 census.
https://2020census.gov/en.html
#2020census #shapeyourvision
🔵News and Updates🔵
Today, Councilman Aaron Rouse hosted a Small Business Panel Q&A. Councilman Rouse asked questions about the SBA small business loan program, what it entails, what information the SBA will need to process those loans, and what other resources the city can provide small businesses.
Councilman Aaron Rouse, who is a part of the Virginia Beach City Council, had a panel of three individuals:
Taylor Adams, Director, Virginia Beach Economic Development
Erica Small-Sisco, Program Director, ODU Women’s Business Center
Tasha Saunders, ODU Women’s Business Center
Click here to go to the Councilman's page to view the second and first live videos, in that order, to view the Small Business Q&A.
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Ms. Erica Small-Sisco, in partnership with Taylor Adams, will be hosting counseling sessions by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Economic Development building in Town Center of Virginia Beach.
The address for the Department of Economic Development is 4525 Main St #700, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.
The Department of Economic Development has also worked together in partnership with the Women's Business Center to create a place for COVID-19 Business Resources.
https://www.yesvirginiabeach.com/resources/Pages/COVID-19-Resources.aspx
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The ODU Women's Business Center will be scheduling the counseling sessions and providing any help you may need with the SBA loan process through their direct number (757)683-7150 or toll-free 1-800-245-0504.
Councilman Aaron Rouse
In order to get through these tough times, we have to work together. We have to start thinking out-of-the-box and find innovative ways to press on.
Virginia Beach Economic Development is partnering with the ODU Women’s Business Center to provide no-cost technical assistance to small business owners that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and want to apply for federal relief. These services will be available by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 2pm until June 3.
I will be holding a Small Business Q&A on Facebook Live next Monday at 11am with the people who have put together this program for our city’s business owners - you can submit your questions in the comments below.
Let me be clear, this is only one piece of the puzzle. We will continue to work together to get through this!
The coronavirus pandemic is causing financial difficulties for businesses globally.
In this toolkit, we share a collection of solid resources that can help local businesses navigate this difficult situation.
https://www.yesvirginiabeach.com/resources/Pages/COVID-19-Resources.aspx
Have you heard about this webinar? A few more spots have been opened for you. Begins today at 10 am. Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-applying-for-sba-disaster-loans-economic-injury-disaster-loans-tickets-100983785220?aff=erelexpmlt
Today's meeting has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Councilman Aaron Rouse
First, I’d like to thank Pharrell Williams for his love and dedication to the City of Virginia Beach and for creating a week that celebrates our beautiful diversity. Something in The Water festival has become a global-festival and one the signals to the world that Virginia Beach is “open” socially and economically.
Last year around this time, I stood before approximately 800 residents listening to concerns about the festival while trying to ease doubts. As the sole representative from council that night, I was not alone. I was surrounded and supported by a dedicated city staff (Public Works, Parking, Convention Visitors Bureau, Communication office, Permits office and many others) along with our first responders from the Virginia Beach Police Dept, VB Fire Department, VBEMS and VB Volunteer Rescue Squad. Our dedicated staff and public servants in partnership with Pharrell’s Team spent hours upon hours on every detail to promote and bring forth a safe and fun environment and this year will be no different.
I am so proud of the work city staff has done in partnership with this year’s festival organizers.
I am looking forward to answering all your questions again this year and seeing you all soon.
Councilman Aaron R. Rouse
Look into this! It just might be for you, especially if you’re thinking of starting your own business... Two sessions today at 4 different times... Last session March 25. Spread the word!
The February meeting of the VB MBC was held on Friday, February 14th and our Industry Hour featured Ron Berkebile, Planning and
Community Development, who shared information about the 2020 Census. You will be hearing more about the census as the time for the Census draws nearer, but all residents are encouraged to participate in the 2020 Census. The MBC March meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2020 at 3:00 pm.
Thank you Clarence and Colleen for representing us at the drawing of the names of the students who will be accepted, or wait listed, to the Green Run Collegiate program!
We're so excited to be supporting the 13th Annual African American Male Summit today. Have you ever attended this wonderful event?
The first VBMBC meeting of the decade is on! Representatives from VBCPS are here discussing workforce partnerships with the VBMBC, getting insight on how we can support their efforts to provide internships and job shadowing opportunities for ALL students. Thank you, Councilman Aaron Rouse, for getting our agency involved with this much needed effort.
Just a reminder that we will be meeting today at 3pm. As always, our meetings are held the second Friday of each month at 3pm in the Economic Development board room.
Thank you Councilman Michael Berlucchi for your support!
If you're interested in learning about all that the MBC has to offer, or how you can get involved, visit www.vbgov.com/mbc
It’s Small Business Saturday and I’m at De Rican Chef Restaurant with owner/operator Raquel Bonilla to ask if you will consider to shop and dine local during this holiday season!
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Learn more here: Hampton Roads Chamber, City of Virginia Beach - Minority Business Council, Black BRAND, Asian Business Association of Hampton Roads - ABAHR, Hampton Roads Business OutReach, ViBe Creative District, Virginia Beach Jaycees, Central Business District Association.
City of Virginia Beach - Minority Business Council
We're still in awe of this year's record-breaking expo. Make sure to follow us, and learn about our other upcoming events.
Pharrell producers speak at Virginia Beach minority business event
Members of Pharrell's creative team offered up advice and perspective to a room packed with hundreds of people during the Virginia Beach Minority Business Council’s annual conference and expo.
The City of Virginia Beach Minority Business Council would like to thank each and every one of you for making our event a success. Not only did we break a registration record, but we also had record attendance! Stay tuned for our upcoming spring event.
Although registration is closed, and seating is full for the keynote, please join us for the expo portion of our event starting at 3pm. We can't wait to see you today!
Registration is now closed. We can't wait to see you tomorrow!
Today is the LAST day to register for our event. Visit www.vbgov.com/mbc to reserve your spot!
Tomorrow is the last day to register. You don't want to miss out. www.vbgov.com/mbc
Registration ends tomorrow!
Registration ends tomorrow. Share our event with your friends, and be a part of our biggest conference and expo yet!
www.vbgov.com/mbc
We're only 5 days away from our biggest conference and expo yet!
With so many great things happening, you don't want to miss out. Make sure to register today!
2019 MBC Conference and Expo
We're one week away from 2019 MBC Conference and Expo, and we're almost at capacity. Make sure to register today. You don't want to miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn and grow your business.
There are still a few more days left to register. Visit www.vbgov.com/mbc for more information and to reserve your spot.
¡Registrate hoy mismo! www.vbgov.com/mbc ¡Esperamos verte el 7 de noviembre!
Register today for the most transformative event of the season. The 2019 MBC Conference and Expo is almost two weeks away!
🔸️ A special thank you to @_hamptonu FM 88.1 for featuring the great work we're doing on behalf of small, minority, women, and disabled veteran businesses to help them work in, and with, the @cityofvabeach.
Thank you to Vice Chair @olga311 and Councilman @aar0n_rouse for being available to tell our story.🔸
️ If you would like to learn more about all the MBC has to offer, join us at our Conference and Expo on November 7th!
Make sure to secure your spot today. We have over 500 attendees registered already! (Link In Bio)
This could be you on November 7th. Register today for the 2019 MBC Conference and Expo!
The 2019 MBC Conference and Expo is the perfect opportunity to continue the path of your business's growth.
In addition to meeting procurement professionals from various locations, you will also have the opportunity to network and build relationships with other businesses.
Make sure to share the conference info with all your friends, and secure your spot today!
We hope to see you tomorrow at the City of Virginia Beach - Minority Business Council meeting at 3pm.
Also, registration is filling quickly for the 2019 MBC Conference and Expo. Make sure to secure your spot today!
4525 Main St #700
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The MBC meets on the 2nd Friday of the month from 3:00pm - 4:30pm. The meetings are held at Economic Development's office located at 4525 Main Street, Suite 700, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. The public is invited to attend.
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| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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We're so excited to be supporting the 13th Annual African American Male Summit today. Have you ever attended this wonderful event?
There are still a few more days left to register. Visit www.vbgov.com/mbc for more information and to reserve your spot.
¡Registrate hoy mismo! www.vbgov.com/mbc ¡Esperamos verte el 7 de noviembre!
Join us for the 2019 MBC Conference and Expo 💥Growth and Strength Through Diversity and Ingenuity💥 🔸️Introduce your business to procurement professionals 🔸️Gain valuable networking connections 🔸️Meet City of Virginia Beach delegated department buyers. This year's guest speakers will be Darla Vaughn and Robby Wells of i am OTHER, the creative collective of Pharrell Williams, and executive producers of SOMETHING IN THE WATER! This is a free event, but registration is required and seating is limited.
Thank you to Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council for an amazing Business Opportunity Conference and awards ceremony. A huge congratulations to the City of Virginia Beach and the tireless efforts of our Mayor, City Council Members, Procurement team, Economic Development, and the entire VB staff on winning Public Company of the year and making our city a place where diversity is recognized and rewarded. #boc2019 #leadership #growing #empowering #learning
Members of the MBC collected supplies for Rouse's House Back to School carnival this morning. This awesome event showed the commitment to community that makes Virginia Beach a great place. Congratulations Councilman Aaron Rouse on another great event.
A MUST ATTEND...RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! April 3, 2019 1:00-4:00 Advanced Technology Center, TCC Virginia Beach Campus "Forging Sustainable Diversity in the Marketplace" Contractors Roundtable presented by the Virginia Beach Minority Business Council. Spotlight Speakers VDOT will spotlight the multiple transportation projects that will be taking place in Hampton Roads, discuss the DBE and SWaM goals associated with them, and how businesses can maximize their access to participation DRAGADOS, recently awarded the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel expansion project. Their team will be discussing the significant impact the project will have on Hampton Roads, DBE and SWaM goals for participation, and how these businesses can play a role in supporting the project. Spotlight Contractors Roundtable your chance to learn how to do business from top representatives from; SB Ballard Construction, Dragados, Hourigan Construction, Pennoni, Clark Nexson, MEB and more. Meet Resource Partners and Network; Towne Bank, , Virginia Community Capital, VDOT BOWD Center, The Port of Virginia, The Institute of NC - US Dept. of Transportation, SBSD, Construction Bonds, Inc. and more Free Event Reserve your spot today limited spots available. Register today: www.vbgov.com/mbc
Interview with Keynote speaker, Kimberlyne Greenwood Rountree.
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