Workforce Development Enterprise
About Us
Overview
The Hampton University Workforce Development Enterprise is a multifaceted, future-focused ecosystem designed to meet the educational and economic needs of the Hampton Roads region and beyond. Spanning three anchor locations, the Enterprise encompasses:
- Suite 1100 – The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, also located at 2 Eaton Street, home to a cutting-edge makerspace, startup incubator, and immersive technology lab, where students and emerging entrepreneurs gain hands-on experience and access to industry experts.
- Suite 1400 – The Business Networking and Culinary Center at 2 Eaton Street, a dynamic waterfront hub for culinary innovation, entrepreneurship training, networking events, and large-scale community programming.
- The Community Health and Vocation Center at 303 Butler Farm Road, which delivers critical workforce certifications and training in allied health, skilled trades, and high-demand vocational areas, with an emphasis on community wellness and sustainable employment pathways.
Together, these centers operate as a unified enterprise, creating equitable access to career readiness, economic mobility, and entrepreneurial empowerment for all. The initiative is rooted in Hampton University’s legacy of excellence and its commitment to advancing educational innovation, workforce resilience, and community impact.