Portsmouth Economic Development

With an ideal location for the new blue economy, a skilled workforce, and a great environment for business & innovation, Portsmouth, Virginia is the perfect fit for your advanced manufacturing needs. Discover the possibilities today: https://brnw.ch/21wRyw9

The Portsmouth Economic Development team is excited to take part in the International Partnering Forum (IPF) this Spring in Virginia Beach. Hosted by Oceantic Network, IPF is the largest offshore renewable energy conference in the Americas. Learn more about this fast-changing industry from experts, and see how your business can benefit from green energy ?? Register today: https://brnw.ch/21wRth0

What an incredible day at the 2025 Career ConnectFest at Tidewater Community College Portsmouth Campus! A big thank you to the Urban League of Hampton Roads, Inc. for for partnering with us to bring together 35 top employers and to help connect job seekers with great opportunities. It was inspiring to see so many individuals networking, exploring career options, and advancing their professional journeys. Missed out? Don't worry! Be sure to join us for upcoming events designed to benefit Portsmouth residents: Youth Career ConnectFest on April 17th and Resource ConnectFest on April 23rd and 30th. See more details and to register today: https://brnw.ch/21wRtcF

We were thrilled to participate in last week’s 2nd Annual Hampton Roads Navy Small Business Expo in Hampton, VA! A huge thank you to AFCEA Hampton Roads Chapter Emerging Leaders for hosting such a fantastic event. It was great connecting with businesses in the maritime industry, and we look forward to building strong relationships and seeing everyone at the next Hampton Roads Navy Small Business Expo! #SmallBusiness #MaritimeIndustry #Networking #AFCEA #PortsmouthBusiness #NewBlueEconomy

Don’t miss out on the chance to gain two valuable certifications in one training! Prepare your business to be competitive by becoming both SWaM and DBE certified in Virginia!

Congratulations to Portsmouth's Director of Economic Development Brian Donahue, for being named one of Coastal Virginia's 150 Most Influential People of 2025 by CoVaBiz! Your visionary leadership and dedication to our community are truly making a lasting impact. Here's to continued growth and success! https://lnkd.in/eUMnrRFf #PortsmouthBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #EconomicGrowth #portsmouthva #economicdevelopment

We are proud to present Career ConnectFest 2025 in partnership with the Urban League of Hampton Roads, Inc. Join us on March 18 for your chance to connect with top employers, explore exciting industries, and take your career to the next level! The event is free to attend, and will be located on the first floor of the Student Center at Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth Campus. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wR9Pd

Thinking of starting a small business? Consider a Portsmouth location, where our mission is helping you thrive. The vast support and resources we offer could even include a grant to get you up and running! Contact us today to explore the possibilities. Explore the possibilities in Portsmouth: https://brnw.ch/21wR9OP