Membership

OV Business Association OVBA offers a myriad of opportunities for business owners seeking to enhance their visibility and community engagement. As a member, you gain the chance to share your unique story (open to discuss your successes & failures) and promote your business within the vibrant Ocean View, Norfolk & Hampton Roads.

 

We offer a variety of cooperative advertising initiatives, including VEER, OV Living Print media. Lowering your overall cost to reach a diverse audience. With a population of 59,000, your business gains exposure to a substantial local OV community. Our members first pick and lower cost opportunities for hosting and sponsoring events such as our many community events OV Mermaid Fest,

OV Open Water 1 & 2-mile Open Water Swims, OV Mermaid 5K & 10K. OVBA’s 4 socials & coming 2025 OV Movie night(s) at OV Park.

 

Moreover, being part of OVBA allows you to actively contribute to the promotion of the beautiful OV community, fostering a sense of shared pride and connection. Engage in mentorship opportunities, stay informed about commerce and civic awareness in OV, ensuring that your business is well-connected and up-to-date.

 

OVBA works with Visit Norfolk, Chesapeake Art Fest, FestEvents, Norfolk & OV’s (6) Civic Leagues and more to market & promote OV. A great opportunity to further integrate your business into the fabric of the community.

 

• 2023 OVBA donated over $2500 to local charities

• 2024 so far has donated $1000 to Hampton Roads Special Olympics & Hope House Foundation

• Come help OVBA in our charity donations

 

For a nominal fee of $150, joining OVBA proves to be a worthwhile investment, as your business not only gains exposure but also flourishes through promotion on all OVBA social platforms. Join OVBA today, and watch your business thrive in tandem with a supportive and dynamic network.

 

Annual dues are $150. If you join from here to the end of 2024 your membership includes all of 2025.