Jun 30, 2025 | Navigator Program
We’re sending a warm farewell to Frederick “Fritz” Amspacher, who is leaving the RISE team to pursue his next chapter as a full-time entrepreneur. Over the past year, he’s made a real impact as a RISE Business Navigator, offering empathy and honest...
Jun 30, 2025 | Navigator Program
We’re proud to welcome Dana Acree-Davis to the RISE team as the newest RISE Business Navigator! Dana will serve entrepreneurs across Southern Virginia with a special focus on supporting founders in traded-sector industries like manufacturing and technology. The RISE...
Aug 8, 2024 | Navigator Program
PUMP (Pull Up Mentor Program) is a free, drop-in event designed to connect entrepreneurs with valuable resources to support your business journey. Whether you’re a business owner looking to grow, an aspiring entrepreneur with a new idea, or an innovator with a...
Jul 23, 2024 | Access to Capital, Blog, Business Resources, Navigator Program
Learn How to Grow Your Business with Government Clients On Monday, July 22, 2024, small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs gathered at the SOVA Innovation Hub to learn about government contracting. Hosted by Lynne Mann from the Greater Crater Apex Accelerator,...
Jul 19, 2024 | Blog, Henry County VA, Martinsville VA, Navigator Program, Patrick County VA
Le’Bryan Patterson has recently joined the RISE Collaborative team, stepping into the role of RISE Business Navigator through a partnership with Patrick & Henry Community College. We spoke to Le’Bryan about his new position, its importance to him, the...
