The Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce‘s first Spotlight on the Peninsula of 2025, hosted by REaKTOR with Innovate Hampton Roads at the helm, unfolded on January 24th, marking a significant moment for the entrepreneurial landscape of Hampton Roads. This event served as a vibrant platform showcasing the most promising startups in our region, further solidifying our commitment to nurturing groundbreaking innovation.

At this event, attendees had the unique opportunity to meet and engage with the minds behind emerging enterprises poised to shape the future of technology. From the advanced aviation solutions of Tidal Flight to the ecological innovations of Pancopia, each company represented a facet of the diverse technological prowess developing right here in Hampton Roads. Notably, companies like Psionic, with their cutting-edge navigation technologies, and HerculeQ, innovators in heavy-lift drone systems, underscored the breadth of innovation that our region harbors.

Innovate Hampton Roads remains dedicated to fostering an environment where creativity and entrepreneurship not only thrive but also inspire the next generation of business leaders to dream big—envisioning themselves as the next Amazon or Microsoft. The Spotlight on the Peninsula series is more than just an event; it’s a cornerstone for potential investors, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to come together, learn, and collaborate towards a shared vision of a thriving, innovative economy.

Through events like these, we continue to champion the spirit of innovation that defines Hampton Roads, ensuring our region remains a beacon of progress and a fertile ground for transformative ideas.