Chesapeake Economic Development

Celebrating New Businesses in Chesapeake! We're thrilled to celebrate the grand openings of three fantastic new businesses in Chesapeake: Dom ABA Services LLC DawgHouse Student Athlete Training Get Loose Golf who is hosting their Grand Opening this Sunday from 12-4PM. We're excited to welcome these businesses to our community and wish them all the best in their future endeavors. #ChesapeakeVA #SmallBusiness #GrandOpening

📢 Calling all Chesapeake small business owners and entrepreneurs! 📢 Get ready to level up your business at the Small Business Symposium presented by Chesapeake Economic Development! Join us on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Chesapeake Conference Center for a morning packed with valuable insights, networking opportunities, and resources to help your business thrive. Hear from experts in small business and supplier diversity, including representatives from the Chesapeake Procurement Department, Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD), and federal procurement office. This is your chance to learn from industry experts, connect with fellow business owners, and discover new tools and strategies to drive growth. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your business's future! ➡️ Register today! https://lnkd.in/egaWu9cT #SmallBusiness #Chesapeake #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Networking #ChesapeakeED #SmallBusinessSymposium #SupportLocal #VirginiaBusiness #BusinessDevelopment #LearnAndGrow

Huge thanks to everyone who attended our first EDAC meeting of 2025: "Roots of Success: Growing Black Businesses"! It was inspiring to see such a strong turnout and engage in such meaningful conversations. A special shoutout to our incredible panelists -Chasity Pritchett, MBA, Samaria Hunter, MBA, PMP, Jay Grant, and our moderator Sam Caballero who generously shared their stories of perseverance and success – your insights were invaluable. We appreciate you taking the time to be with us. We're already looking forward to seeing everyone again at our March EDAC meeting! #BlackBusiness #Entrepreneurship #CommunityDevelopment #EDAC #RootsOfSuccess #ChesapeakeVA #EconomicDevelopment

Small Business Spotlight: Even on the greyest days, Avas Flowers brings a pop of color to Chesapeake! Whether you're looking to surprise someone special or liven up your space, their beautiful arrangements are a perfect pick-me-up. 🌷 Visit them today and support a local gem!

On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King’s legacy of equality, justice, and opportunity for all. His dream of building strong communities resonates deeply with Chesapeake, where businesses and individuals thrive together. Let’s continue working toward a brighter, more inclusive future. #FindYourWayForward #ChesapeakeVA

💡 Ready to take the next step growing your business? Chesapeake offers a wealth of resources to help you succeed! From expert guidance to funding opportunities and workshops, we’re here to support your entrepreneurial journey. Let’s build something great together. See the resources we have for you and your success on our website. #FindYourWayForward #ChesapeakeVA https://chesapeakeva.biz/  

Yesterday, our Director, Steven Wright, provided valuable insights at the CREW Coastal Virginia luncheon held at Venture X. Steven highlighted the exciting progress at Summit Pointe, a mixed-use development. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Summit Pointe is poised to become a premier destination for businesses and residents. He also discussed other key economic development opportunities in Chesapeake, including: ▪️Expanding our advanced manufacturing sector ▪️Developing our maritime and logistics capabilities ▪️Growing our tourism and hospitality offerings We're committed to creating a thriving business environment in Chesapeake. Connect with us to learn more about these opportunities and how we can support your business growth. #ChesapeakeVA #EconomicDevelopment #CREW #BusinessGrowth #Opportunity #CommunityGrowth"

January is National Thank You Month, and we want to say THANK YOU to all the businesses, entrepreneurs, and community members who make Chesapeake such a vibrant place to live, work, and grow. Your hard work and dedication inspire us every day. Here’s to a year filled with gratitude and continued success! #FindYourWayForward #ChesapeakeVA 

New Year, New Opportunities! As we welcome 2025, Chesapeake is ready to help you turn your dreams into reality. Whether you're starting fresh, growing your business, or exploring new horizons, our city is here to support your journey with the workforce, infrastructure, and location that help businesses thrive. Here’s to a year full of possibilities! 🌟See more on our website. #FindYourWayForward #ChesapeakeVA https://chesapeakeva.biz/

💡Did you know? Chesapeake’s Three Oaks Park is a 90-acre prime development site with access from Volvo Parkway, Principal Lane, and Yupo Court. Adjacent to Summit Pointe Urban Development and Dollar Tree Corporation Headquarters, it’s part of the renowned Greenbrier Planned Unit Development—one of the East Coast's most successful! 🌿 Plus, it’s shovel-ready, with a master stormwater system. We are ready for your next big venture. Learn more on our website or call (757) 382-6166. #FindYourWayForward #ChesapeakeVA #EconomicDevelopment