Thinkers Convention Sparks Local Economy | Virginia Beach News

The Thinkers Convention in Newport News smashed economic goals, bringing in $1.01M–$1.14M in activity and $58K–$65K in local taxes—all while being free to attend. With a star-studded lineup including Chance the Rapper, Rhett & Link, and Daymond John, the event aimed to ignite innovation by connecting local leaders with big-name thinkers. Organizers are already eyeing a return next year, fueled by a vibe that’s ready to break the mold and spark real momentum. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3cf053aa7d4b115