Hampton Roads

The official hub for the Hampton Roads Talent Pipeline Program

As one of several regional Flags across the country, Hampton Roads brings together local manufacturers, educators, and workforce partners to build a stronger pipeline of skilled workers.

This hub serves as a resource center and showcases key program milestones, upcoming events, team contacts.

Members of the Talent Pipeline Program gain:

  • Access to Signing Days and Career Discovery events
  • Early access to training resources and program pilots
  • A peer network to explore and share workforce strategies
  • A proven system for retaining and developing the next generation of talent
  • Dedicated support from your Flag Team and Network Coaches

Interested in getting involved? Click the button below to get started. 

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We work with defense manufacturers to keep critical talent engaged and equipped for the long haul.

PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

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NEWS & EVENTS

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The 2025 US Navy Talent Pipeline Program Symposium: It’s Not a Moment, It’s a Movement!

The 2025 US Navy Talent Pipeline Program (TPP) Symposium was held in Norfolk, Virginia, from...
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Charleston Networking Event

CHARLESTON, SC- NOVEMBER 27, 2024 – On November 21, 2024, Network 2 of Virginia’s Talent Pipeline...
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Virginia Talent Pipeline Project Hosts Third Annual Career Discovery Day

Portsmouth, VA –On November 19, 2024, the Virginia Talent Pipeline Project joined forces with Project...
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SUCCESS STORIES

  • “The Talent Pipeline Program has helped Fairlead accelerate our growth by transforming our Talent Acquisition & Retention program into a measurable, high-performing, repeatable process. It has also positioned us as a Best Practice Model employer, enabling us to advise and guide our maritime industry partners.”

    Nate Aikens
    Vice President of Growth, Fairlead
  • “Through the Talent Pipeline Program, we have equipped our leaders with valuable tools to enhance their leadership effectiveness. Now in our second year of participation, we have gained significant insights from networking events and tool implementation, allowing us to connect with industry peers, share best practices, and foster collaborations that drive innovation and growth.”

    Ken Lange
    President, Auxiliary Systems, Inc.
  • “The partnership with the Talent Pipeline Program is important because it sustains benefits of accessing fresh talent, increases diversity, and helps ensure that the company remains competitive, innovative, and socially responsible. Over time, the partnership can evolve to better meet the changing needs of both the company and the participants, making it a valuable investment in the future of the workforce and the industry.”

    David Pest
    VP & General Manager, Oceaneering

MEET THE TEAM

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Renee McNichol, Hampton Roads Flag

Renee McNichol
Virginia Flag Lead

rmcnichol@tmgva.com
(757) 303-1161

Allison Austin, Hampton Roads Flag

Allison Austin
Network Coach

aaustin@tmgva.com
(703) 347-4087

Jennifer Romine

Jennifer Romine
Network Coach

jromine@tmgva.com
(757) 807-3432

Ross Koenig

Ross Koenig
Network Coach

rkoenig@tmgva.com
(757) 870-4405

Rob Hogan
Local Partner Engagement Coordinator

rhogan@tmgva.com
(757) 870-2527

RESOURCES

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Hampton Roads Major Milestone Event Files
Hampton Roads All Hands Meeting Files
Hampton Roads Workshop Files