
11/25/2022
We THANK YOU for your support throughout the year, and we wish you happiness and joy as you gather with friends and family.
Get information here regarding monthly meetings and annual events sponsored by the VBMBC.
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
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
Operating as usual
We THANK YOU for your support throughout the year, and we wish you happiness and joy as you gather with friends and family.
Our 2022 Annual Conference and Expo has begun. Get here how and learn about all the great resources for your business!
Today's the big day! Join us for our Annual Concert and Expo, starting at 12pm.
What does every business owner have in common? How they accept payment for the product or service they sell. Join us during this session of Credit Card Processing and What You Need to Know to figure out the ins and outs of what to look for when choosing a processor.
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Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo.
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Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo.
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Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo.
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Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo.
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Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo.
https://conta.cc/3DpJmnf
Applications now open!
Applications for the VBthive business relief program are open now through November 30th and are available to businesses in the , , and industries. To learn more, visit https://www.lisc.org/hampton-roads/va-beach-cares/.
United Way of South Hampton Roads Virginia Beach City Government
Register today for our 2022 Conference and Expo!
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The VBthrive Business Relief Grant Program is a collaboration of LISC Hampton Roads and United Way of South Hampton Roads. This grant program is sponsored by the City of Virginia Beach to aid businesses in recovery from the ongoing economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Please visit the LISC Hampton Roads website for information about the VBthrive Business Relief Grant Program including eligibility requirements, priorities, required documentation, award process and application timeline.
The VBThrive Business Relief Grant Program is a collaboration of LISC Hampton Roads and United Way of South Hampton Roads.
This grant program is sponsored by the City of Virginia Beach to aid businesses in recovery from the ongoing economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
https://www.lisc.org/hampton-roads/va-beach-cares/
Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about this major project coming to our area.
and Venture Realty Group are excited to announce our next Trade Partner Outreach Event for the upcoming Atlantic Park Entertainment Center in Virginia Beach!
If you are interested in learning how you can be involved in the construction of Atlantic Park, this is an event you will not want to miss!
For more information, and to register, head over to our website today!
https://www.wmjordan.com/register-today-for-our-next-atlantic-park-entertainment-center-trade-partner-outreach-event/
🌻🌻 Join us LIVE and in person this Tuesday for an amazing conversation about self-care! 🌹🌹
I’m so honored to be hosted AGAIN by the Virginia Beach SWAM business office! If you’re a small business owner in need of support… to their amazing support and resources!
Check out these upcoming workshops from the City of Virginia Beach SWaM office.
https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/finance/mbc/swam-business-office/Pages/default.aspx
S.B. Ballard Construction Company
S. B. Ballard Construction Company is a General Contractor & Construction Management firm based in Virginia Beach, Va.
📣Register Today📣
Discover exciting construction opportunities throughout Hampton Roads and tools to set your business up for success.
www.vbgov.com/mbc
Register today for these upcoming workshops.
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Join Venture Realty Group and W. M. Jordan Company virtually on Tuesday, April 5 at 10 AM for our first outreach event for the local construction community. RSVP at the link below to learn about upcoming opportunities on our Atlantic Park project!
https://www.wmjordan.com/atlantic-park-outreach-meeting/
The Virginia MBDA Business Center invites you to join this virtual discussion on Doing Business with Federal Agencies: Health and Human Services and Department of Homeland Security. Our panelists discuss how to do business with their particular agency and how small businesses can gain access to government contracts. They will share any important insights, tools, and training resources to help our MBE community with what they need to know.
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/928519299218175755
The SWaM Business Office has multiple information sessions being offered during the month of February. Learn more here...
https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/finance/mbc/swam-business-office/Pages/default.aspx
2022 is off and running! Happy to share this invitation to a virtual forum this Friday, January 28th from 9 to 10AM. It is a business opportunity for those who might want to do business with suppliers on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project. Sign up and learn from the experts how to get involved!
Here is the link to sign up:
https://hamptonroadsalliance.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C1YShlBlT9-c6Ymx6rY6Eg
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Coastal Virginia City of Virginia Beach - Minority Business Council
Interested in building your business but not sure where to start?
Join this free marketing and Branding basics class with .llc and see where to start.
Register now: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/finance/mbc/swam-business-office/Pages/default.aspx
Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.
Tomorrow's the big day! There's still time to register for this FREE, transformative event.
www.mbcconference.com
Visit https://www.elections.virginia.gov/voter-ed/ to find your polling location.
📣This year's guest speaker will be industry disrupter, J. Alexander Martin.Â
Mr. Martin currently serves as Executive  VP, Creative Director, and Co-Founder of the iconic clothing line FUBU ("For Us By Us"), an internationally recognized billion dollar brand. In addition to his role with FUBU, Mr. Martin also serves as CEO/President of the ForUsByUs Network, Strategic Advisor/Shareholder of Fan Controlled Football League, Author of "Building An Empire" and "Money Makes Me Crazy".Â
Mr. Martin is a Board Member of the National Black Chambers of Commerce, President of the New York State Black Chamber of Commerce, and Representative of the Urban League Young Professionals.
His specialties include Fashion Business Mogul, TV Host, Public Speaker, Personal Branding Consultant, Creative Director, Author, TV Producer, and Humanitarian to name a few. Mr. Martin is also a military veteran.
This year's guest speaker will be industry disrupter, J. Alexander Martin.
Mr. Martin currently serves as Executive VP, Creative Director, and Co-Founder of the iconic clothing line FUBU ("For Us By Us"), an internationally recognized billion dollar brand.
In addition to his role with FUBU, Mr. Martin also serves as CEO/President of the ForUsByUs Network, Strategic Advisor/Shareholder of Fan Controlled Football League, Author of "Building An Empire" and "Money Makes Me Crazy". Mr. Martin is a Board Member of the National Black Chambers of Commerce, President of the New York State Black Chamber of Commerce, and Representative of the Urban League Young Professionals.
His specialties include Fashion Business Mogul, TV Host, Public Speaker, Personal Branding Consultant, Creative Director, Author, TV Producer, and Humanitarian to name a few. Mr. Martin is also a military veteran.
SWaMfest® is the Commonwealth’s premier development event for SWaM businesses and this year, I'll be on the main stage!
Join me for this exciting presentation on October 13th, think TedTalk meets Credit Card Processing. If you are a business, you won't want to miss the insights.
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Register at the link below:
https://host.regform.com/connect-a-virtual-swamfest/
We'll see you tomorrow at 3pm!
The HIVE is located at 4636 Columbus St Virginia Beach, VA 23462. GPS will take you to a lot across the street, so please note that The HIVE is located on the corner of Columbus ST and Independence BLVD, across the street from APEX.
🗓MBC Meeting Are Held Monthly Every Second Friday
Virginia Wesleyan University Global Campus offers comprehensive non-degree continuing education courses designed to provide advanced skill sets valued by employers. Because of COVID-19's economic impact on our communities, VWU Global Campus—in partnership with the Hampton Roads Workforce Council and Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development—is offering the following professional development workshops at no cost to you.
https://www.vwu.edu/academics/vwu-global/no-cost-workshops.php
This unique and timely series is an online event for small businesses, consultants, contractors, industry partners, and government, with BTG standing at the hub as a connector, an expert, and a valuable knowledge base.
https://summit.btgworks.com/
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
¡Feliz mes de la Herencia Hispana!
We'll see you today at 3pm!
The HIVE is located at 4636 Columbus St Virginia Beach, VA 23462. GPS will take you to a lot across the street, so please note that The HIVE is located on the corner of Columbus ST and Independence BLVD, across the street from APEX.
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