As businesses begin to reopen, it’s unclear what the economic future will hold. During these uncertain times, it’s crucial that leaders take an active role in corporate training. A thorough and well-rounded training program optimizes teams and improves efficiency.
Read MoreBuilding Momentum is one of two dozen finalists out of more than 700 applicants, and one of three finalists in the Community Support and Leadership Award category. New to the program this year, the category is in response to the coronavirus pandemic, and recognizes small businesses that have demonstrated an exemplary level of leadership and community engagement to assist the needs of their community and to service the needs of their customers, employees and neighbors. Award winners will be announced at the Dream Big Awards on October 15, 2020.
Read MoreAs Virginia enters phase 3 of the Governor’s reopening plan, residents are excited to get out and enjoy the summer. For children, summer provides an excellent opportunity to socialize and pursue areas of interest. After months of distance learning, many parents have already begun looking for summer activities that offer fun, social, and educational experiences for their kids.
Read MoreWith 36 million U.S. jobs lost, and the American economy down by 4.8%, it’s clear the road to recovery will take some time. For business owners and managers, deciding how to motivate employees and keep them engaged should be of the utmost importance.
Read MoreWe denounce systemic racism and social injustice. As a team and also individual human beings, we stand firmly that Black Lives Matter. In every disaster zone, battlefield and community we work in, we know that actionable change is all that matters. Talk is, even if from the heart and profoundly felt, easier than doing the hard work to make a difference.
Read MoreBuilding Momentum understands the importance of learning, even during the current COVID-19 crisis. In order to continue important 3D printing training while adhering to social distancing policies, we have begun offering distance based Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) and CAD (Computer Aided Design) training to Active Duty Marines stationed across the country as well as those on no-travel orders due to the pandemic.
Read More“I made it at work,” was a phrase Laurel used many times to describe the Mass Effect 2 costume she created to wear to the Cosplay Convention she attended in the fall of 2019. Encouraged by her manager, Allen Brooks, to explore her creativity and flex her master-maker skills, she decided to take on the project of fashioning black foam workout mats into the N7 armor that the main character wears.
Read MoreAllen Brooks, the Chief Operating Officer of Building Momentum, is recognized with a 2020 Alexandria Chamber of Commerce 40 Under 40 Award for his professional accomplishments, scholastic achievements and community impact.
Read MoreAs many businesses remain closed, Building Momentum will continue to innovate and produce reusable masks over the next few weeks. We are pleased to do our part to fulfill demand for PPE and help reduce the spread of disease. Please contact us for more information about these inventions.
Read MoreAt Building Momentum, we’ve been working on developing virus-slaying robots to help combat COVID-19 and were recently featured in TechRepublic.com.
Read MoreAt Building Momentum, we’re committed to helping the public stay safe and protected. We are currently working on developing several technology solutions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19…
Read MoreBusinesses around the globe have started using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones to assist with a number of tasks. These compact devices enable organizations to access and analyze spaces faster and safer than ever before…
Read MoreOn Friday, February 7th we welcomed presidential candidate, Mike Bloomberg, to our facility for a meeting focused on developing job skills and entrepreneurship for veterans. With veterans both on our team and in our classes, we are an organization doing just that—teaching technology based problem solving and fostering support in the veteran community and beyond.
Read MoreAlthough learning to fly is the most obvious reason for drone training, it’s not the most important. The following are 3 big reasons why your company should consider professional drone training.
Read MoreWhen Brad Halsey and Albert Vega established tech training and education business Building Momentum in 2014, they didn’t have any plans to open a coworking space.
Read MoreThe US Marine Corps is known for innovating on the fly, and Building Momentum, in conjunction with their LulzBot 3D Printers, is helping them take that innovation to a whole new level.
Read MoreThe ability to rapidly design and print a mortar-tube bolt or a Humvee door handle could be critical on the battlefield.
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