Building upon the momentum established during our launch event at the Hive in Virginia Beach on September 17, 2024, and our national Change Forum at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, on October 23, 2024. Our goal is to create a Military Thriving community that attracts and retains families in Hampton Roads. ZeroMils is returning to Hampton Roads and partnering with the College of William & Mary to co-host a one-day, in person event in collaboration with:
- Local Government Leaders
- Corporate and Nonprofit Partners
- Regional Economic Development Centers
- State and Local Chambers of Commerce
- Veteran Employment Centers and other workforce development programs / initiatives
- Institutions of Higher Ed w/ strong Veteran programs and entrepreneurial opportunities.
The Convening will take place between 9:30 am and 2:30pm EST. It will be broken into three parts beginning with a welcome and keynote followed by two panel discussions, a “working lunch” with potential for a second keynote speaker, an afternoon action-oriented breakout session identifying gaps, solutions and next steps; ending with a “remembrance walk” organized by wear blue; run to remember. An optional social gathering with light refreshments will conclude the event.
