Innovate Hampton Roads

Exciting updates on Steve Waddell’s incredible journey! His TEDxWarrenton talk, "Start with WHO, Not WHY," has taken the world by storm with over 225k views and nearly 10k likes in less than three weeks! Locally, Steve continues to make an impact. He recently visited Ashley Houchin Smith’s classroom, where his book Valuepreneurs is now part of the curriculum, inspiring students to think differently about entrepreneurship. At the Hampton Roads Chamber’s Home-Based Business event, Steve’s keynote address had the room buzzing! Attendees left with copies of Valuepreneurs and a renewed focus on putting the customer—the WHO—at the center of their ventures. Discover how Steve’s message is reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape, both globally and right here in Hampton Roads: https://lnkd.in/eWh_D8R8

The Results Are In! The RISE Resilience Innovations 2024 Riverine Community Resilience Challenge Winners Announced We're thrilled to unveil the winners of the 2024 Riverine Community Resilience Challenge! These innovators are pioneering solutions to help riverine communities adapt and thrive in the face of flooding and climate challenges. Floodbase / Raincoat: Community-based insurance with real-time thresholds for rapid payouts during floods. FloodMapp / The Warn Room / Green Stream: A comprehensive flood warning system to deliver timely alerts to communities. InnSure / HR&A Advisors / Stantec: A TCOR Simulator to enhance flood risk preparedness. Merak Labs / PRAM: Flood monitoring and early warning with resilience analytics. Ric Platform Services: Affordable, rapid-response flood insurance for community resilience. These incredible projects represent the future of climate resilience. Let’s celebrate their achievements and continue to support the innovations that will help our communities thrive. Learn more about their inspiring work and the entire 2024 challenge here: https://lnkd.in/e4gTHtyc

Entrepreneurial journey from making comic books to creating a gaming controller

How can a personal injury spark a mission-driven journey? Gary Warren, CEO of ivWatch, LLC shares how his company is improving patient safety, saving lives, and tackling critical healthcare issues worldwide. From Episode 231 of the Fervent Four Show “Preventing IV Failures: How ivWatch is Saving Lives with Real-Time Alerts”

Excited to see four startups part of our growing founder community on this list!

We caught up with April Sciacchitano, who's here for the vibes and for the community! 🙌 April is a marketing consultant and strategist who is thrilled about leveling up this year and all of the holiday festivities coming up that will light up the city. 🎄 #peopleofassembly #nfk

In the coming weeks, we’re excited to showcase some of the remarkable women driving innovation in our community. Their passion and expertise are shaping a brighter future. Stay tuned to learn more about these inspiring leaders and the monumental impact they’re making right here in our community! Read the blogs here: https://lnkd.in/e8Bi7A7v #InnovateNorfolk #WomenInInnovation #VIADesign #WomenInStem #WomenInTech #NorfolkVA #BusinessesOfNorfolk #NFK #757Create

Hear from 757 Accelerate cohort 7 members and staff talk about their experience in our nine week program. If you are a startup that plans to raise capital, learn more and apply to our investor readiness-focused accelerator today! Don't miss your chance to take advantage of incredible mentorship, customized programming, and get $20,000 in non-dilutive capital! App deadline: January 24, 2025 🔗 to apply: https://ow.ly/wvYn50U2i6h #757Accelerate

Hampton Roads is a region full of potential, but we're facing a significant challenge—residents are leaving, and it's time to take action. Factors like rising living costs, safety concerns, and limited career opportunities are driving this trend. As a community, we must adjust our focus. Retaining our current residents is just as crucial as attracting new ones. Together, we can invest in affordable housing, create safe neighborhoods, expand career opportunities, and foster a sense of unity. Let's build a Hampton Roads where people want to stay, thrive, and grow. Read more about the challenges and solutions here: https://lnkd.in/eUFt8CNB

We are thrilled to have William & Mary join the Hampton Roads Navy ROTC Consortium through a crosstown agreement with Hampton University, alongside Old Dominion University and Norfolk State University. This partnership embodies our ethos of purpose, presence, and professionalism. • Purpose: Expanding opportunities for students to pursue leadership development and service in the Navy and Marine Corps is central to our mission. • Presence: With William & Mary now part of our consortium, we extend the impact of Navy ROTC to more future leaders in the region. • Professionalism: Through these programs, students engage in rigorous naval science courses and leadership training, preparing them to commission as officers with the skills and character our sea services demand. For students exploring ROTC options, remember to check service-specific ROTC scholarship sites for program locators—crosstown agreements like this one open doors to incredible opportunities beyond host campuses. #Leadership #NavyROTC #PurposePresenceProfessionalism #WilliamAndMary #HamptonRoads