BizConnect Hampton Roads

BizConnect Hampton Roads is a membership networking group for businesses in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. It helps members form working relationships, swap referrals and build skills through regular events and business development workshops. CoVA Biz Magazine readers have voted it the region's favourite networking group for nine years running.

Products and services

• Networking events: regular meetings at local venues such as the Slover Library.
• Business development workshops: sessions on growing and running a company.
• Referrals and introductions: connecting members with each other and potential clients.
• Corporate membership: membership options for larger organisations.
• Event sponsorship: chances for firms to sponsor gatherings.

Who it serves

Members are local businesses and professionals in Hampton Roads. Event sponsors have included Survivor Ventures, Virginia Media and the Waterside District.

Key facts

• Based in: Norfolk, Virginia
• Memberships: Hampton Roads Chamber, Ghent Business Association and Downtown Norfolk Council
• Recognition: repeated networking awards from CoVA Biz Magazine