Our Mission: to promote, support, connect, and inspire the creative industries to boost our local economy, grow jobs, and enhance our quality of life Our Vision: to create and revive economic vibrancy in our neighborhood with a remarkable local vibeOur Goals:• to establish a Creative Industries District in the Resort Area of the City of Virginia Beach which will serve as a vibrant center for the arts, culture, technology, and is environmentally friendly• to enhance a sense of discovery for visitors and residents by revitalizing the area and making this uniquely ours• to encourage the arts and artists as well as technical and creative resources to help them flourish and cross-pollinate• to support and expand the industry and creativity of those who live and work in the District• to stimulate commerce and enhance the quality of life for citizens of Virginia Beach and the District• to foster rising real estate values by helping the district become a place where people want to be• to assist in creating resources to help artists and artisans become established within the District