Young Investors Group

04/01/2026

Our youth and families were blown away by the incredible work that poured into thier economic mobility stack training! The idea that you can still be your authentic self and use AI may our families feel more empowered than ever.

03/24/2026

Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it.

A huge thank you to Senator Mark Warner’s office and the incredible individuals who continue to show up for our mission Ben Green, Lawren Stewart, and Erin Carter. Your support, presence, and belief in what we’re building means everything to us and to the young adults we serve.

This video is a reminder that when leaders invest in people, real impact happens. Together, we are creating pathways for economic mobility and exposing the next generation to opportunities in fintech right here in Virginia, especially in Hampton Roads.

Now we need the community to lean in with us.

If you believe in empowering young adults with financial knowledge, real-world skills, and access to opportunity, we invite you to support this work.

Donate here: https://donate.stripe.com/9B600k15F7R9fjr9u20RG01

Let’s keep building. Let’s keep showing up. Let’s keep changing lives.

03/20/2026

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Thank you, for helping us spread the word about InvestaCon 2026! 🎉 It's all about giving back to our community and making a difference for the next generation.
See you tomorrow!

03/20/2026

Thank you Erin Miller and WTKR News 3 for helping us spread the word!

If you missed the pre-registration, you can still register on-site beginning at 8:30am tomorrow morning. See you then!

InvestaCon is a free event at Virginia Wesleyan University using games to teach kids and families about budgeting, credit, and financial literacy

03/20/2026

We're proud to announce we'll be joined by Delegate Jackie Hope Glass at InvestaCon 2026!🎉

Delegate Jackie Hope Glass hails from the Chicagoland area and is a self-proclaimed Certified Doer, balancing her roles as a dedicated mother and wife, Navy veteran, and passionate public servant. She represents the 93rd District, portions of Norfolk, in the General Assembly. Married to a fellow sneaker enthusiast, Jackie infuses community leadership into her everyday life and proudly calls Virginia her chosen home.

03/19/2026

We're thrilled to announce Stormy Blue will be joining us this weekend at InvestaCon 2026! 🎉

Stormy Blue is a full-time content creator and digital storyteller based in Hampton Roads. She has built a platform of over 300k+ followers and has helped over 400 local businesses increase their visibility through strategic content. Her work focuses on lifestyle, food, and community-driven experiences. Through her platform, she connects audiences to local culture in an authentic and impactful way. She is passionate about empowering others to build their own brand and presence online.

Learn more: InvestaCon.org

03/19/2026

We're excited to announce John Thomas will be joining us for InvestaCon 2026! 🥳

John Thomas is a Service-Disabled Combat Veteran, founder, and AI strategist focused on distributing opportunity through technology. He is the founder and CEO of VendorCall, a PropTech platform for on-demand property services, and the founder of Get AI-Fluent, an AI education platform that helps entrepreneurs and non-technical professionals use AI and automation in practical ways.

Join us this weekend! Register at InvestCon.org

03/19/2026

We're proud to announce Delegate Bonita Anthony will be joining us for the 2026 InvestaCon! 🙌

Delegate Anthony represents Virginia’s 92nd House District, serving portions of Norfolk and Chesapeake. She holds degrees in Electrical Engineering, Modeling and Simulation Engineering, and Divinity, bringing a unique perspective that bridges technology, public policy, and ethics. Delegate Anthony serves on the House Finance Committee, where she chairs the Subcommittee on Local Tax Infrastructure and Authority, and she is also a member of the Joint Commission on Technology and Science (JCOTS). Her work focuses on emerging technology, consumer protection, and expanding economic opportunity so innovation benefits all communities.

See her this Saturday! Learn more: InvestaCon.org

03/18/2026

We're excited to announce Dr. Cristina Leira will be joining us for InvestaCon 2026! 🥳

Dr. Leira is a speaker, educator, and resilience expert who helps young people, families, and professionals navigate change with confidence in today’s fast-moving world. With more than 25 years of experience working in high-pressure, multicultural environments supporting U.S. Naval Special Warfare, she brings powerful insight into leadership, adaptability, and human potential. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on cognition and instruction, and combines neuroscience, communication, and real-world experience to make complex ideas easy to understand and apply. She is a founding member of the American Society for Artificial Intelligence and is passionate about helping people find clarity, build confidence, make healthier choices, and thrive in times of uncertainty. Her work explores how AI, resilience, and human behavior can come together to create brighter opportunities for the next generation.

Make sure you're there this Saturday; register at InvestaCon.org.

03/18/2026

We're thrilled to announce Chioma Joy Petway will be joining us for InvestaCon 2026! 🙌

Chioma Joy Petway is a licensed therapist, executive coach, and founder of Achieving Joy, a wellness and leadership organization. She has over a decade of experience helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers strengthen emotional intelligence and mental wellbeing. Her work blends clinical mental health practice with leadership development and systems thinking.

Chioma is the creator of the Peace Driven Leadership model and transformational programs such as Return 2 Peace and Radical Healing. She helps individuals move from survival mode into clarity, creativity, and purposeful action. At InvestaCon, she will share insights on the intersection of mental health and artificial intelligence, and how emotional wisdom remains essential in an AI driven world.

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03/18/2026

We're please to announced Tony Harold will be joining us for InvestaCon 2026! 🥳

Tony Harold is a tech entrepreneur and founder of 757 Digital Inc., a technology innovation firm based in Virginia Beach. A proud native of Virginia Beach, Tony serves as Membership Chairman of the Virginia Beach Branch NAACP, where he works to strengthen community engagement and professional development. Passionate about innovation and mentorship, he dedicates his time to empowering the next generation of software engineers while building technology that drives progress and equity. He enjoys traveling, creating impactful software, and inspiring others to lead with purpose.

Learn more at InvestaCon.org

03/17/2026

We're proud to announce The Honorable Michael Berlucchi will be at the 2026 InvestaCon! 🎉

Michael Berlucchi serves as the District 3 Representative on the Virginia Beach City Council and is the Chief Executive Officer of Arts Alliance, a regional organization that supports arts and cultural organizations across South Hampton Roads. A lifelong Virginia Beach resident educated in Virginia Beach Public Schools, he is deeply committed to strengthening the community he calls home. Berlucchi focuses his public service on infrastructure improvements, flood protection, public safety, strong public education, creating pathways for economic opportunity, and policies that support a vibrant, business friendly economy. He serves as City Council liaison to the Virginia Beach Development Authority and works with regional partners to advance economic development and opportunity. He is also a strong advocate for the role arts and culture play in building vibrant communities and supporting regional growth.

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