Blue/White — Events
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · Neptune SHIELD Tech Hub · Virginia Beach
Blue/White — Events
Join the Neptune SHIELD Foundation on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Neptune SHIELD Tech Hub and the community that has grown around it.
Hosted at the Neptune SHIELD Tech Hub in Virginia Beach, this special evening will bring together veterans, military families, business and community leaders, industry partners, and supporters of the Foundation for an evening of connection, celebration, and impact.
We are honored to welcome Medal of Honor recipient Sammy Lee Davis as our special guest speaker. Often referred to as the “real Forrest Gump,” Davis’ extraordinary actions during the Vietnam War inspired elements of the Academy Award-winning film. His story of courage, service, resilience, and commitment to others embodies the spirit of the community we are proud to serve.
The event will also highlight the work of the Neptune SHIELD Foundation and our mission to educate, empower, and embrace veterans, service members, military families, and the broader defense community.
Proceeds from the evening will support the Foundation’s programs and initiatives as we enter our second year of impact.
Sponsorship opportunities will be available for organizations and individuals who want to support the event and the continued growth of the Neptune SHIELD Foundation. Additional event, sponsorship, and registration details will be announced soon.
Join us as we celebrate where we started, what we have built together, and what comes next.
More event, sponsorship, and registration information coming soon.
Medal of Honor Recipient
Often referred to as the “real Forrest Gump,” Medal of Honor recipient Sammy Lee Davis’ extraordinary actions during the Vietnam War inspired elements of the Academy Award-winning film. His story of courage, service, resilience, and commitment to others embodies the spirit of the community the Neptune SHIELD Foundation is proud to serve.