Grow your network and build your business

RISE Collaborative meetups are open to all entrepreneurs, business owners, and business resource providers in Southern and South Central Virginia. Please pre-register so we know you plan to attend.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023 – 8:30-10:00am

Brunswick Rise & Shine Entrepreneur Meetup

Entrepreneurs of all ages are invited to join this monthly RISE Collaborative Rise & Shine entrepreneur meetup breakfast hosted by the Brunswick County IDA and Brunswick County Economic Development. It will take place at the Brunswick County Conference Center on the second Wednesday of the month. This monthly gathering includes discussion about entrepreneurship. It is free to the community, thanks to sponsors like Benchmark Community Bank.

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 – 8:30-10:00am

Brunswick Rise & Shine Entrepreneur Meetup

Entrepreneurs of all ages are invited to join this monthly RISE Collaborative Rise & Shine entrepreneur meetup breakfast hosted by the Brunswick County IDA and Brunswick County Economic Development. It will take place at the Brunswick County Conference Center on the second Wednesday of the month. This monthly gathering includes discussion about entrepreneurship. It is free to the community, thanks to sponsors like Benchmark Community Bank.

Thursday, July 20, 2023 – 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup is a team of diverse, creative, and inclusive entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders from across Southern Virginia. During each monthly meeting, we share updates from local and regional entrepreneurs support organizations. 

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 – 8:30-10:00am

Brunswick Rise & Shine Entrepreneur Meetup

Entrepreneurs of all ages are invited to join this monthly RISE Collaborative Rise & Shine entrepreneur meetup breakfast hosted by the Brunswick County IDA and Brunswick County Economic Development. It will take place at the Brunswick County Conference Center on the second Wednesday of the month. This monthly gathering includes discussion about entrepreneurship. It is free to the community, thanks to sponsors like Benchmark Community Bank.

Thursday, August 17, 2023 – 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup is a team of diverse, creative, and inclusive entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders from across Southern Virginia. During each monthly meeting, we share updates from local and regional entrepreneurs support organizations. 

Thursday, September 21, 2023 – 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup

The Grapevine Monthly Workgroup is a team of diverse, creative, and inclusive entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders from across Southern Virginia. During each monthly meeting, we share updates from local and regional entrepreneurs support organizations. 

Learn From Past Meetups

You can find recaps and video recordings from recent meetups in our blog posts. 

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