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.
Thursday, September 19, 2024 – 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom
RISE Grapevine Monthly Virtual Meetup
The RISE Grapevine Monthly Virtual Meetup is a virtual gathering 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. Entrepreneurs of all types are welcome to attend! Learn more about the RISE Grapevine Entrepreneur Network HERE.
Monday, September 23, 2024 – 9:00am-1:00pm
PUMP: Pull Up Mentoring Program
PUMP (Pull Up Mentor Program) is a free, drop-in event designed to connect entrepreneurs with valuable resources to support your business journey. Hosted by RISE Navigators Laura Coleman and Fritz Ampascher at the SOVA Innovation Hub.
October 19, 2024
RISE Regional Innovation Summit for Entrepreneurs
Location: Danville, Virginia – The Institute Conference Center
Make plans to attend the RISE Regional Innovation Summit for Entrepreneurs! This entrepreneur training and networking event is hosted by RISE Collaborative and the RISE Summit Planning Committee. Bring your digital business card and come ready to grow your network with entrepreneurs and resource providers from across the region!
Interested in volunteering on the planning committee for this event? Contact hello@sovarise.com.
Get Your Early Bird Tickets by September 30th!
November 18 – 24, 2024
Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week in Southern Virginia
For the 5th consecutive year, the SOVA Innovation Hub and RISE Collaborative invite you to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week, a movement to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in
every country and community around the world – especially those who face structural barriers
or may have never considered the idea of launching a startup.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 – 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom
RISE Grapevine Monthly Virtual Meetup
Global Entrepreneurship Week Edition!
The RISE Grapevine Monthly Virtual Meetup is a virtual gathering 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. Entrepreneurs of all types are welcome to attend! Learn more about the RISE Grapevine Entrepreneur Network HERE.