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?? Calling All NSU Student Innovators & Entrepreneurs – Your Future Starts Here! Exciting news! We've added an additional Virtual Information Session to help students prepare for NSU Startup Weekend, March 28-30, 2025! If you have a passion for innovation, or a drive to make an impact, this is your chance to learn how to bring your vision to life. Join us to discover how you can collaborate with like-minded individuals, gain mentorship, and compete in an exciting weekend of entrepreneurship. ?? New Info Session Date: March 25th, 12 PM - 1 PM ?? Where: Virtual (Register via QR code on the flyer) In this session, we’ll cover: ? What to expect at Startup Weekend ? Review the Application ? Answering all your questions! Don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity to launch your future. Register now and take the first step toward building something amazing! ???Register Here:?Info Session Registration https://lnkd.in/eKuypERA #NSUStartupWeekend #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #TechAndHealthcare #FutureLeaders ??

Exciting news for local retailers! The Norfolk State University Innovation Center, in collaboration with Selden Market and the Virginia SBDC, Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center is announcing the 2025 ALIGN: Small Business Series! This free 8 week program is designed to empower the mom and pop retailers to soar to new heights in both online and physical markets. From refining your business model to mastering e-commerce essentials, developing a powerful brand identity, and crafting a fool proof financial plan, we've got you covered every step of the way. Program starts March 3, 2025 -- Register Now! Here's how participants will benefit: ?? Personalized SWOT analysis workshops ??? Hands on e-commerce training and marketing strategy development ?? Build up customized customer experience and branding ?? Find partnerships with industry leaders and hear from guest speakers Receive one-on-one mentorship and more! This is your ticket to sustainable growth! Ready to transform your business? ?? APPLY NOW / Limited spots are available. www.nsuiconmain.org/apply

?? Celebrating Excellence in Innovation! ?? We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Akosua A. Acheamponmaa, Director of the NSU Innovation Center, has been named one of Virginia Business Magazine's 100 People to Meet in 2025! This recognition highlights her remarkable contributions to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration in Hampton Roads. The NSU Innovation Center has become a hub of creativity and growth in downtown Norfolk. Through partnerships with the City of Norfolk, the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and other organizations, the center drives entrepreneurial innovation, business development, and competitiveness across the region. Congratulations, Dr. Acheamponmaa, on this well-deserved honor! Your work continues to inspire and empower our community to reach new heights. ?? Read more about her impactful journey and this recognition in the article here: https://lnkd.in/ey_C_nd4 #Innovation #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #HamptonRoads #NSUInnovationCenter #Recognition

Unlock Your Business Potential!? ?Join us IN PERSON on Nov 22, 2024, at 10 AM for our “Access to Capital” workshop hosted by the Norfolk State University Innovation Center and the Small Business Development Center. Location: NSU Innovation Center 520 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA Phone: 757-917-7884 Email: [email protected] ? Topics to Discuss: - Self-Funding, Grants, Financing - Debt and Equity Investments - Entrepreneurial Success Secure your spot and register on Humanitix!? https://lnkd.in/e5W4dZ77 Don’t miss this opportunity to fuel your entrepreneurial journey! Visit us: https://lnkd.in/eUA9vUKJ

???? An incredible weekend at the NSU Start Up Weekend! ???? A huge congratulations to the NSU student innovators on TEAM WAVE who competed and won 1st Place against other NSU students and peers at the NSU start up weekend!! Over the course of the weekend, we held an event in partnership with NASA Langley were we presented a space for research and exploration using NASA patents and saw first hand your commitment to turning visions into reality. Students formed into teams, chose their business model, strategized, and competed to transform an idea into a business plan. A special thanks to our partners, mentors, judges and faculty: Katrina Young and NASA Langley for sharing the access to patents and supporting Norfolk State's students in their efforts of transforming ideas into commercialization. To our guest mentors Emanuel Perez, Howard Hesson, Karen Burrows and Bretton Key, and Larry Whitaker for their unwavering leadership, presentations, encouragement and guidance to the students. To the faculty and staff of Norfolk State University and The School of Business and the Engineering Department, your help and guidance was crucial in the planning and leading of the students. Thank you to our NSU students: Your passion and energy are exactly what the Hampton Roads Community needs and we want to see NSU be a top leader in innovation and research! We hope the weekend inspired you to chase your entrepreneurial dreams and we know you will be an inspiration to others. We're proud to be part of your journey and are excited to see what the future holds for each of you! Cheers to Beholding new heights! ???? #NSUStartUpWeekend #norfolkstateuniversity #InnovationInAction #Entrepreneurship #NASA #NSUInnovationCenter #TheFutureIsNow #NextGenLeaders #Entrepreneurship

?? Unlock Your Potential at Our Access to Capital Event! ?? Are you a newcomer looking to expand your network and gain insights into funding opportunities? Join us on October 25 at the Innovation Center for an invaluable event designed just for you! This event will feature small business and financial industry expert Bill Holloran, who will sharing his knowledge on securing capital and navigating the funding landscape. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup enthusiast, or just curious about financial opportunities, this is the perfect chance to learn and connect! What you can expect - Expert talks on funding strategies - Small business financial planning - Practical advice tailored for newcomers Don’t miss out! RSVP now to secure your spot and take the first step toward empowering your financial journey. ?? Register on Humanitix.com by Searching "Access to Capital" OR Click here to Register : https://lnkd.in/gCVPWrEd We look forward to welcoming you! #AccessToCapital #Networking #Entrepreneurship #HamptonRoadsSmallBusiness #startup #SmallBusinessDevelopment

BIG Announcement! Are you ready to take your startup to new heights? Join us and REaKTOR Technology Innovation Center for?Down to Earth, Ready to Launch: Fueling Startups with NASA Tech?on October 16-17, 2024! This free two-day workshop is designed to connect innovators and entrepreneurs with?NASA's cutting-edge technology, offering you access to hundreds of proven solutions that are ready for commercial use through NASA's Tech Transfer program. You’ll have the chance to: ?? Network with NASA inventors and industry experts ?? Learn how to integrate NASA’s patents into your business ?? Tour NASA’s Langley Research Center ?? Pitch your ideas to tech professionals and receive valuable feedback Spots are limited, so don’t miss this incredible opportunity to innovate with NASA! https://lnkd.in/eMzcXRTr

Join us for our highly anticipated Monthly Access to Capital Event on September 27th, 2024! Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an established business owner, or just curious about funding opportunities, this is the event for you. Our monthly gathering brings together a dynamic mix of investors, industry experts, and innovators ready to share their insights and explore new possibilities. Event Highlights: Keynote Speaker: Bill Holloran, Small Business Development Center – Sharing valuable insights on the current funding landscape and future trends. Goals: Discuss best practices for securing capital and answer your burning questions. Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and thought leaders in an informal setting. Date: September 27th, 2024 Time: 10:00- 11:00am Location: Innovation Center, 520 East Main street, Norfolk VA 23510 RSVP via Humanitix: In person - https://lnkd.in/e-_pZ_St Virtual - https://lnkd.in/eF8u-P4Q #entrepreneurship #Innovation #smallbusiness #startups #investorreadiness #Accesstocapital #supportingsmallbusinesses

Don’t let access to capital be a barrier to your success. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, this event is your gateway to valuable insights and opportunities. ?? Unlock Your Funding Potential! Join us at the NSU Innovation Center on August 30th at 10 AM for the Access to Capital event! ?? Don’t miss this chance to get the financial insights you need to grow your business! ?? Date: August 30th ?? Time: 10 AM ?? Location: NSU Innovation Center, Norfolk, VA RSVP now and start your journey to success! ??? To attend in person Register via Humanitix here: https://lnkd.in/g9izNAaT To attend online Register via Humanitix here: https://lnkd.in/gF45AKYD #AccessToCapital #Entrepreneurship #NSUIC #SBDC

?? Spotlight on Innovation: Jaynee Sasso’s Trailblazing Journey at NSU Innovation Center??? Join us in celebrating Jaynee Sasso, an esteemed alumna of the NSU Innovation Center Incubator Program and the founder of Senior Runs, who recently received the Outstanding Leadership Award in Healthcare at the March 2024 Healthcare 2.0 Conference. As a speaker and panelist, she shared critical insights into the gut-brain connection and its implications for the aging population. ?? Empowering Leadership:?Beyond her conference achievements, Jaynee has made significant strides in fostering inclusivity through a partnership with the State of Virginia Department of the Vision Impaired & the Blind, providing internship opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. ?? Venture Empowerment:?As a founding member of Bullpen Ventures, Jaynee is dedicated to supporting Women Life Science Investors and BIPOC Founders, showcasing the power of diverse entrepreneurship. ?? Capital Growth:?With $200k in raised investment capital, Jaynee's leadership continues to drive innovative solutions in healthcare. ??? Coming Soon - "Reflections: Private Thoughts of a Founder":?Jaynee will soon launch a podcast diving into the challenges and triumphs of building a business, offering guidance and inspiration to current and future entrepreneurs. Be Part of the Legacy:?Inspired by Jaynee’s achievements? You too can start your journey at the NSU Innovation Center Incubator Program this fall. It’s your chance to transform your innovative business idea into a reality with our enhanced technical assistance and extensive support network. ?? Deadline Extended!! Register Now and Elevate Your Entrepreneurial Journey: NSU Innovation Center Incubator Program Registration https://lnkd.in/eAufSKbw Let's innovate and inspire together. Don’t miss out on becoming part of a community that turns visionary ideas into groundbreaking realities. #NSUInnovation #JayneeSasso #HealthcareInnovation #Entrepreneurship #InclusiveInnovation #RegisterNow #SeniorRuns