Accelerated Visions

Last week was filled with great conversations, new connections, and opportunities to learn from leaders across technology, business, workforce development, economic development, and artificial intelligence.

Throughout the week, I attended the CyberTech Meetup, One Million Cups Loudoun, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Breakfast, and a working discussion on AI policy hosted by AI Ready RVA featuring Senator Mark Warner.

One of the highlights of the week was sharing these experiences with Tammie Calys, founder of Next Level Me, who attended all three Loudoun networking events with me. It was also wonderful connecting with Kim Curran, Sahaj Dhingra, Jessica Park, Alberto Fernandez, Erin Lombardi, Donna Figueroa, Matt Banner, and Brian Shea.

The week concluded with an invitation from the AI Ready RVA team, including William Willis, to participate in a working discussion with Senator Mark Warner and regional leaders focused on the future of AI policy, workforce development, education, innovation, and responsible adoption. It was great seeing Madeline McMahon, Ayanna Andrews-Joseph, Gil Pizanoso and many others who are doing incredible work throughout our communities.

Thank you to the organizers, speakers, and attendees who continue to create spaces where ideas, partnerships, and opportunities can grow.

At Accelerated Visions, we believe meaningful impact starts with meaningful relationships, and last week was a great reminder of that.

Accelerated Visions is seeking one nonprofit organization to participate in a no-cost Cybersecurity Readiness Pilot this July.

In partnership with the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) and SixGen, this four-week program will help strengthen cybersecurity awareness and resilience while providing students with valuable real-world experience alongside industry professionals.

Participating organizations will receive:
• Cybersecurity awareness education
• Public-facing cybersecurity reviews
• Optional phishing awareness simulations
• Cybersecurity best-practice recommendations

Applications are due June 19.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/dHVhAzC6aqn7S5ot5

Accelerated Visions would like to recognize the student team from Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business partnering with Wish Them Well Togo this semester. The Virginia Tech student team is analyzing current operations and building a five-year strategic roadmap. They are researching fundraising opportunities and outlining actionable steps to support long-term growth and sustainability.

The team is supported by Professor Dirk Buengel, whose strategic guidance shapes their approach, along with mentors Brian Tinsman, Founder of Pounce Solutions, and Charles Birdie, Founder of Lead2Succeed, who bring valuable real‑world insight to the project.

This collaboration is helping Wish Them Well Togo plan for long-term stability and future expansion.

One of the highlights of my week was attending the Loudoun County Economic Development Small Business Summit.

So many great conversations, familiar faces, new connections, and people who genuinely want to see one another succeed. Thank you to Launch Loudoun and Loudoun County Economic Development for creating such a meaningful event for small businesses, nonprofits, and our community.

I also really enjoyed hearing Kristen Hadeed speak and listening to the female entrepreneur panel share their stories and experiences.

The best part for me will always be the people. Grateful for this community 🤍

Jennifer E. Goldman, CTA, Alberto Fernandez, Leslie Kane, Madeline Regina, Denise Kitchen, Alicia Liddle, Donna Figueroa, MSN, APRN, FMACP, CNM, Heather McElrath, Brian Shea, Kim Curran, Nancy Evanko, Jennifer Hess Williamson, Ted Williamson, Jon Littere, Nancy Carter, Erin Lombardi, Marty Shoup, Marija Ristic, Christine Dellecave, PhD