Apr 30, 2026 | Blog, Business Resources, Events, News, RISE Meetups
May is a time to celebrate the entrepreneurs and small business owners who keep Southern Virginia growing. In honor of National Small Business Month, we’re recognizing the creativity, resilience, and hard work of those building businesses across our region. It’s also...
Apr 28, 2026 | Blog, Events, Grapevine Meetup Recap
Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs, Access to Capital, and Building Business Readiness At the April RISE Grapevine Virtual Meetup for Entrepreneurs, business owners and ecosystem partners from across Southern Virginia gathered for an important conversation about one...
Mar 25, 2026 | Blog, Business Resources, Events, News, RISE Meetups
April is a season of growth and fresh momentum for Southern Virginia’s entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators. As spring unfolds, it’s a great time to build on new ideas, strengthen connections, and take the next steps in your business journey. This...
Mar 23, 2026 | Blog, Events, Grapevine Meetup Recap
Perseverance, Passion, Love: Southern Virginia Women Redefining Childcare and Entrepreneurship At the March Grapevine Virtual Meetup for Entrepreneurs, something really honest happened. A group of women came together to talk about childcare, not just as a service, but...
Feb 24, 2026 | Blog, Business Resources, Events, News, RISE Meetups
March is a time to turn momentum into action for Southern Virginia’s entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators. As plans take shape, this month’s programs and events are designed to help you sharpen your skills, strengthen connections, and continue moving...
Feb 19, 2026 | Blog, Events, Grapevine Meetup Recap
February 2026 Grapevine: Mapping the Customer Journey and what is coming up next in our ecosystem At this month’s RISE Grapevine Monthly Virtual Meetup, our community leaned into a topic that touches every entrepreneur, no matter your industry or how long you have...
