Neptune SHIELD Grand Opening

NEPTUNE SHIELD GRAND OPENING

📍448 Viking Drive, Virginia Beach, VA

🗓 Wednesday October 15, 2025

⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Neptune SHIELD is slated to be the premier technology and defense innovation hub in Hampton Roads serving the DoD, Special Operations, and the maritime industry, as well as the vibrent entrepreneurs and businesses that power our area.

On October 15, we are opening our doors and brining our mission and vision to the region.

💥 What to Expect:

• Live outdoor tech & defense demos
• Tactical innovation showcases
• Startups, industry leaders & government contractors
• VIP keynotes + SEAL & SOF community features
• Food Truck Rodeo, music, and immersive sensory experiences
• Real-time flex space signups + incentives

🛠 WE ARE SEEKING CONTRIBUTORS:

• Technology & defense companies (demo your innovations)
• Government contractors & primes (host booths, share insights)
• Startup founders & accelerators (pitch & recruit)
• Veteran- and mission-driven orgs (share your story)
• Vendors for food, music, gear, & sensory experiences
• Speakers, artists, and storytellers connected to service and innovation

If you’re building for the mission, the region, or the future — we want you there.

💡 Want to contribute or showcase?

👉 Express interest at: YW1hbmRhICEgc2F3aWN6IHwgbmVwdHVuZXNoaWVsZCAhIGNvbQ==

📨 Questions? Contact us at: YW1hbmRhICEgc2F3aWN6IHwgbmVwdHVuZXNoaWVsZCAhIGNvbQ==

`🔥 This will be one of the most dynamic defense-tech and maritime innovation events in the region.

Be seen. Be involved. Be part of the mission.

Download the brochure below.

Save the date — September 11, 2025.

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