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CIVIC Leadership Institute connects executive leaders through service to improve life in Hampton Roads.

10/14/2026

Many thanks to our Icon Sponsors of the 2026 Darden Awards. Thank you for your support!

10/13/2026

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳!

Jarrett Beeler is the founder and CEO of Sway Creative Labs, an independent full-service advertising and marketing agency in Norfolk, Virginia. Built on a no-B-team philosophy, Sway has grown into a nationally recognized creative force specializing in destination marketing, corporate communications, and entertainment. Jarrett has led the agency from a boutique shop to a strategic innovator, earning recognition as one of Hampton Roads' most influential business leaders. When he's not building brands, he's an accomplished musician and songwriter. Jarrett lives in Norfolk with his wife, Reese, and their two daughters, and is an active voice in the city's civic and creative life.

10/12/2026

Many thanks to our Visionary Sponsor of the 2026 Darden Awards. Thank you, Sentara Health, for your support!

10/09/2026

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳!

Dr. Aurelia Taylor Williams is Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Founding Executive Director of the Cybersecurity Complex at Norfolk State University, where she leads academic strategy, faculty excellence, research growth, and student success. A nationally recognized academic leader, she has helped secure more than $50 million in external funding and is recognized for strengthening institutions, developing people, and expanding opportunities. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science from Norfolk State University and Johns Hopkins University, respectively, and her doctorate from Pace University. Fun fact: She is a Spartan daughter, mother, and spouse who has served NSU as faculty and administrator.

10/08/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗖 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲

This week’s Throwback Thursday brings together a few more moments from across the CIVIC experience, including Executive Program days, alumni events, and one of the first CIVIC Scholars Etiquette Dinners.

From learning alongside regional leaders to reconnecting with alumni and preparing the next generation of leaders, these photos reflect the many ways CIVIC brings people together across programs and class years.

10/07/2026

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳!

Mike Milligan is Founder and Chairman of 1.oak Financial, a nationwide, impact-focused B Corp Certified financial planning firm specializing in comprehensive tax and retirement strategies. He’s a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), teaches Personal Financial Planning for ODU Global, and hosts The One of a Kind Financial Show on radio and Ideas by Mike Podcast. Mike authored The One of a Kind Financial Plan and Retirement Déja Vu and is writing Retirement CHI™. His personal mission is to Educate, Coach, and Plan - guiding financial professionals and clients toward better outcomes. Mike lives by “Never Miss a Moment” and enjoys OTF workouts in Puerto Rico.

10/06/2026

Many thanks to our Title Sponsor of the 2026 Darden Awards. Thank you, TowneBank, for your continuous support!

10/05/2026

We greatly appreciate the exceptional executives who continue to support CIVIC and our mission of fostering leadership in Hampton Roads.

10/02/2026

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳!

Todd Babcock is Vice President of Business Development and Shared Services at Fairlead, where he leads company growth by creating new revenue streams through strategic partnerships and key capture efforts. He also provides executive leadership to the Shared Services teams, including Contracts, Quality, Security, and Environmental Health & Safety, supporting all Fairlead divisions. Todd has more than 40 years of defense industry experience, including 10 years as the Vice President & General Manager of Fairlead Systems. Outside of work, Todd enjoys running, spending time with his wife of nearly 40 years and with his adult children, and making memories with his seven grandchildren.

10/01/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗖 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲

Another week, another trip through the CIVIC archives!

See a familiar face or remember the moment? Drop a comment or tag someone from your CIVIC class ⬇

Address

4211 Monarch Way
Norfolk, VA
23508

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://civichr.org/

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