As a result of the 2018 Disparity Study, the City of Virginia Beach City Council adopted ordinances and resolutions that will assist SWaM businesses in contracting with the City. To view the ordinances and resolutions in full detail, visit the business development initiatives page.

The SWaM Business Office is dedicated to the growth and development of small, women and minority-owned businesses, including service-disabled/veteran-owned businesses by providing resources and training sessions to assist businesses in obtaining contracts with the City of Virginia Beach.

VB MBC Fall Conference and Expo

Minority Business Council Fall Conference and Expo
Date: Nov. 6, 2025


The 2025 Annual Fall MBC Conference and Expo is designed to provide education, inspiration, and one-on-one engagement with Hampton Roads resource partners, procurement professionals, and business owners looking for key opportunities to help in their quest for business excellence. Register today to save the date.

Expo Registration

2025 Informational/Training Sessions

Title

Date

Time

Date

Oct. 8

Time

4-5:30 p.m.

Date

Oct. 10

Time

Noon-1:30 p.m.

Date

Oct. 15

Time

4-5:30 p.m.

Date

Oct. 22

Time

4-5:30 p.m.

Ongoing