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August headliners, part I: 54 upcoming events across the Triangle area | WRAL TechWire

August headliners, part I: 54 upcoming events across the Triangle area | WRAL TechWire

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest and greatest meetups, panels, workshops, conferences, application deadlines and all things happening in the entrepreneurial, technology and business communities in the Triangle and across North Carolina.

Following is a list of events coming up across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area through the end of August. Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to live events.

If you’d like to suggest an event to be added to WRAL TechWire’s statewide events calendar, feel free to reach out here.

LaunchHollySprings Cohort 6 Information Session

Aug. 1, 9-10 a.m. @Coworking Station

Currently recruiting for its sixth cohort, LaunchHollySprings will host a series of information sessions covering the program’s benefits for local entrepreneurs and business owners, the application process and more details. Note: At least one session is required for participation.

Info Session: NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants (Fall 2022)

Aug. 1, 3:30-4:30 p.m. @Frontier RTP

Join this information session to learn about NC IDEA’s upcoming grant cycle: NC IDEA SEED ($50,000 to early-stage, high-growth startups) and NC IDEA MICRO ($10,000 project-based grants). Applications close on Aug. 29.

Application Deadline: NC Collaboratory Business-Academia Partnership Program

Aug. 1, 5 p.m.

The North Carolina Collaboratory seeks proposals for applied research and technology development projects aiming to monitor, assess and address the public health and economic impacts of COVID-19 in North Carolina. Businesses partnered with an academic research group can request $300,000 to $3 million in funding.

Application Deadline: Leadership Raleigh Class 45 & 46

Aug. 1

Applications are open for Raleigh Chamber’s 10-month leadership development program, Leadership Raleigh. The program is geared toward professionals interested in public service, civic engagement, professional growth and developing their leadership potential.

CIO + IT Executive Roundtable

Aug. 2, 7:45-9 a.m.

In this session, IT leaders at NC TECH member companies will discuss relevant topics and developments in their field.

Test Flight Pitch Practice at First Flight

Aug. 2, 8:30-9:30 a.m. @First Flight Venture Center

This event allows early-stage startups to practice their pitches in front of an audience of angel investors, funding groups, customers and other reviewers, who will provide helpful feedback on how to improve.

LaunchHollySprings Cohort 6 Information Session

Aug. 2, 9-10 a.m. @Coworking Station

Currently recruiting for its sixth cohort, LaunchHollySprings will host a series of information sessions covering the program’s benefits for local entrepreneurs and business owners, the application process and more details. Note: At least one session is required for participation.

Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour

Aug. 2, 5-7 p.m. @Lynnwood Brewing Concern

The Downtown Techies Happy Hour event series is back at Raleigh’s Lynnwood Brewing Concern. Join to network with peers.

Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session

Aug. 2, 7 p.m. (online)

Code for Durham brings together technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers, and activists to collaborate on civic technology projects. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month.

Pre-Launch: How to Start a Business

Aug. 2, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)

Wake Technical Community College’s Small Business Center will guide new business owners through the process of researching a target market, establishing a business plan and a marketing strategy, determining local/state taxes and licenses, setting record-keeping systems and more.

1 Million Cups RTP

Aug. 3, 9-10 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups, presented by Kauffman, is a weekly informal pitch event for the startup community. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial support as local startups deliver their presentations.

BioNetwork Virtual Career Fair

Aug. 3, 3-6 p.m. (online)

The North Carolina BioNetwork will host an online career fair for process technicians seeking jobs at biotechnology, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing companies.

Novo Nordisk Virtual Career Fair

Aug. 3, 3-6 p.m. (online)

Novo Nordisk, which has a large manufacturing facility in Clayton and continues to expand in the Triangle, will host a virtual career fair for local job seekers.

Innovation in Chatham County Q&A

Aug. 3, 4-5:30 p.m. @79º West

Hosted by Innovate Carolina, this panel discussion will preview the future of innovation programming and opportunities in Chatham County.

Pull-Up at Provident

Aug. 3, 5-8 p.m. @Provident1898

This monthly event convenes Durham-based startup founders and small business owners to connect for networking and support.

Creating a Culture for Change & Gaining Buy-In

Aug. 4, 2-3 p.m. (online)

The North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center is hosting a webinar on the basics of change management, best practices and its application within some of the top fleets.

LaunchHollySprings Cohort 6 Information Session

Aug. 4, 7-8 p.m. @Coworking Station

Currently recruiting for its sixth cohort, LaunchHollySprings will host a series of information sessions covering the program’s benefits for local entrepreneurs and business owners, the application process and more details. Note: At least one session is required for participation.

Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives

Aug. 5, 8:30 a.m. @The Umstead Hotel & Spa

This month’s Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives will feature Lynn Minges, the president and CEO of the North Carolina Restaurant Association.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

Aug. 5, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)

This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.

LaunchHollySprings Cohort 6 Information Session

Aug. 6, 9-10 a.m. @Coworking Station

Currently recruiting for its sixth cohort, LaunchHollySprings will host a series of information sessions covering the program’s benefits for local entrepreneurs and business owners, the application process and more details. Note: At least one session is required for participation.

LaunchHollySprings Cohort 6 Information Session

Aug. 6, 3-4 p.m. @Coworking Station

Currently recruiting for its sixth cohort, LaunchHollySprings will host a series of information sessions covering the program’s benefits for local entrepreneurs and business owners, the application process and more details. Note: At least one session is required for participation.

On the Menu: Trademark Basics for Entrepreneurs

Aug. 8, 12-1 p.m. @The Frontier (and online)

Frontier RTP’s next On the Menu workshop (held in a hybrid format) will cover the different types of trademarks and how and when to get them. Networking will follow.

NCBiotech Career Development Network Event

Aug. 8, 4-6 p.m. @NCBiotech (and online)

NCBiotech’s newly-rebranded Career Development Network will host an event covering how to get the most out of LinkedIn when looking for a job.

Triangle Biotech Tuesday

Aug. 9, 5:15-7:30 p.m. 

Triangle Biotech Tuesday is a monthly meetup that connects scientific professionals across the RTP/greater Triangle area. Join to network with professionals from different industries. The group meets on the second Tuesday of every month.

Ready, Set, Deploy: Ensuring Success for Software Startups

Aug. 10, 1-2 p.m. @RIoT Labs

This in-person lunch and learn led by Cornerstone will cover DevOps best practices, how to avoid unnecessary tool sprawl and technical debt, and more.

All Things Open’s First Q3 Meetup of 2022

Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. @IBM

The All Things Open meetup will host its first event of the quarter at IBM’s Software Development Center in RTP.

Pitch Practice To Investors

Aug. 11, 3-5 p.m. @Raleigh Founded

Raleigh Founded is hosting a pitch event where local entrepreneurs can test their investment pitches, ask questions and receive feedback from investors and veteran startup advisors.

AITP-RTP: Leveraging Talent to Increase Diversity in Tech

Aug. 11, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @NC State University Club

AITP-RTP’s next meetup will feature a talk from Daisy Magnus-Aryitey, co-executive director of Code the Dream.

Raleigh Founded Summer Happy Hour

Aug. 11, 4-6 p.m. @Raleigh Founded

Join Raleigh Founded members and business owners for light snacks and beverages at this late-afternoon networking event.

Application Deadline: Venture Atlanta 2022

Aug. 12

Venture Atlanta’s annual conference is back in-person this year, convening the most promising tech companies and investment firms across the southeast and nation. Applications are live for the 2022 pitch event, open to startups across the southeast (including in North Carolina).

Venture Atlanta now accepting applications from NC startups for in-person 2022 conference

Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours

Aug. 15, 4:30-6 p.m. @Heights House Hotel

Raleigh Chamber will bring together local professionals and business leaders for an evening of networking at the Heights House Hotel in downtown Raleigh’s Boylan Heights neighborhood. Note: This is a members-only event.

Application Deadline: UNC KickStart Grant Awards Program

Aug. 15

This quarterly program awards grants ($5,000 to $50,000) to assist early-stage companies with both the technical and business side of commercial growth.

NC TECH CISO Executive Roundtable

Aug. 16, 7:45-9 a.m. (online)

This online meeting will convene CISOs, VPs and director-level security leaders from NC TECH member companies.

1 Million Cups RTP

Aug. 17, 9-10 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups, presented by Kauffman, is a weekly informal pitch event for the startup community. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial support as local startups deliver their presentations.

Amplifi UI: Comprehensive & Flexible React Native Components

Aug. 17, 1-2 p.m. (online)

RIoT is hosting a virtual lunch and learn covering the architecture and philosophies driving Amplifi UI, an open-source React Native component library.

How to Start a North Carolina Business

Aug. 17, 2-3 p.m. (online)

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina’s Small Business Advisors division will host a virtual workshop covering business rules and regulations, free resources, business plans, funding and more. Note: This event will be held in Spanish on Aug. 18

The Power of a Pitch

Aug. 17, 4-5:30 p.m. @MOSAIC at Chatham Park

In this free workshop, UNC professor Tim Flood will cover how startups/businesses can create a concise and compelling elevator pitch for investors.

Digital Health Happy Hour

Aug. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. DHIT Headquarters

The Digital Health Institute for Transformation recently relaunched its popular series of “Digital Health Happy Hour” events in celebration of its five-year anniversary. Join this event to network with folks in the digital health industry.

RTP180: Accessibility

Aug. 18, 5-7:15 p.m. The Frontier (and online)

This month’s RTP180 event will feature a panel of experts discussing systems for accessibility, digital inclusion, access to art, equity in education and more. Food and snacks will be provided.

How to Start a North Carolina Business

Aug. 18, 6-7 p.m. (online)

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina’s Small Business Advisors division will host a virtual workshop covering business rules and regulations, free resources, business plans, funding and more. Note: This event will be held in Spanish. 

Raleigh Chamber Professional Women’s Luncheon

Aug. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. @Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

This month’s Raleigh Chamber Professional Women’s Luncheon will feature Jennifer Durbin Tuffy, executive coach and founder of Scoutenger.

2022 UNC Core Facilities Career Fair

Aug. 22, 1-3:30 p.m. @UNC’s Friday Center

UNC Chapel Hill will host a career fair to connect job seekers with representatives from each department in the university’s core research network.

Raleigh Chamber Annual Leadership Conference [in Pinehurst]

Aug. 23-24 @Pinehurst Resort

Meeting in Pinehurst this year, Raleigh Chamber’s 2022 Leadership Conference will bring together local business and community leaders to discuss trends, policy issues, employee development, company culture and more.

Cary Chamber Eye Opener Breakfast

Aug. 24, 8-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club

Cary Chamber’s next Eye Opener Breakfast will feature NC State University Chancellor Randy Woodson, who will discuss the school’s role in regional and statewide economic development, entrepreneurship programs and more.

Application Deadline: NCBiotech’s Translational Research Grant

Aug. 24, 12 p.m.

The North Carolina Biotechnology Center’s Translational Research Grant program provides funding for projects exploring/developing commercial applications for university-held life science inventions. Applications for the next funding cycle are live.

Futuristic Farming: How Data Science is Revolutionizing Ag Tech

Aug. 25, 4-5 p.m. (online)

LaunchBio is hosting a webinar covering the latest data science trends and opportunities for entrepreneurs in the agriculture technology market.

Cary Chamber Business After Hours

Aug. 25, 5-7 p.m. @The Templeton of Cary

Cary Chamber’s Business After Hours series is a way for local business leaders and professionals to network with peers over appetizers and beverages.

TriWiSTEM: Navigating a Volatile Financial Market

Aug. 25, 6-7:15 p.m. (online)

In this free workshop hosted by TriWiSTEM, Fidelity Investments experts will discuss ways to navigate the volatile financial market.

BLK BIZ SUMMIT

Aug. 26, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Chesterfield Building

Centering around the theme “Digital Dollars Make Sense,” this one-day conference will cover cost-effective marketing strategies in the digital marketplace.

Application Deadline: Big Launch Challenge Pitch Competition 2022

Aug. 29

The Launch Place’s annual Big Launch Challenge event is returning this fall, offering an opportunity for 10 promising startups to compete for $15,000 in prize money. The 2022 Big Launch Challenge will be held on Oct. 13 in Durham.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants (Fall 2022)

Aug. 29, 5 p.m.

NC IDEA is offering two grant opportunities for startups this season: MICRO provides $10,000 project-based grants to entrepreneurs looking to validate and advance their ideas. SEED offers $50,000 grants to early-stage companies with a proven concept, allowing them to scale faster, gain customers and attract more investments.

NC IDEA opens fall 2022 cycle for MICRO and SEED grant programs with info sessions across NC

Andrews Launch Accelerator 2022 Demo Day

Aug. 30, 6-8 p.m. @NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic at Raleigh Founded

NC State University’s Andrews Launch Accelerator will graduate its 2022 cohort this month. Join this demo day to meet the participating startups and hear about their progress and future goals. Food and drinks will be provided.

Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo 2022

Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 @Durham Convention Center

The 6th annual Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference and Expo will bring together the market’s leading fleets and technology providers to discuss strategies to improve the efficiency and sustainability of fleet operations.

How to Tell Your Story Online: Tools & Tips

Aug. 31, 4-5:30 p.m. @MOSAIC at Chatham Park

This interactive workshop will explore how brands can use written and visual content for digital marketing.

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NC headliners: Previewing statewide events & deadlines in March | WRAL TechWire

NC headliners: Previewing statewide events & deadlines in March | WRAL TechWire

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in March. Included are the latest meetups, conferences, workshops, application deadlines and networking events happening in Asheville, Charlotte, the Triad, Wilmington and other parts of the state.

Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to live events. Others will be held virtually, and are noted as such.

If you’d like to suggest an event to be added to WRAL TechWire’s statewide events calendar, feel free to reach out to me here.

Accelerate 2022

March 7, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)

In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.

Meet the Employer: Infosys

March 8, 10-10:30 a.m. (online)

Ahead of the NC TECH Job Expo, attendees will get the opportunity to learn more about Infosys’s investment and expansion efforts in North Carolina.

Meet the Employer: First Citizens Bank

March 8, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)

Ahead of the NC TECH Job Expo, First Citizens representatives will provide an overview of the bank and its IT operations, as well as what the firm’s recruiting teams look for in IT associates.

NC Main Street Conference

March 8-10 (online)

Held virtually this year, the North Carolina Main Street Conference will feature keynotes, plenary and breakout sessions, and a downtown toolkit of pre-recorded sessions with experienced presenters. This three-day program will offer the most innovative approaches to downtown revitalization and redevelopment.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

March 9, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

Every Wednesday morning, entrepreneurs in the Lake Norman area join to present their companies to mentors, advisers and other startups. Join to meet new people and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs.

1 Million Cups Robeson County

March 9, 8-9 a.m. @Givens Performing Arts Center, UNC Pembroke

In this monthly event, entrepreneurs local to Robeson County will present their products/services to peers and network with the startup community.

1 Million Cups Charlotte

March 9, 8-9 a.m. (online)

Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.

PitchBreakfast

March 9, 8:30-10 a.m. (hybrid event)

Every month, a handful of Charlotte-area companies headline PitchBreakfast, pitching their products and services for five minutes, after which they will answer questions from the audience and a panel of entrepreneurs and experts.

NC TECH Virtual Job Expo

March 9, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (online)

This virtual job fair is designed for candidates seeking tech-related jobs or internships. Local employers can meet with job seekers in virtual booths. Registration is free for job seekers.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

March 9, 9-10 a.m. (online)

This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.

On Tap Networking Event

March 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Dram & Draught Greensboro

synerG and the Greensboro Jaycees are hosting an evening networking event for young professionals in the Greensboro area.

Basics of Bookkeeping

March 9, 6-8 p.m. (online)

This online workshop will show business owners how to properly record financial transactions, create financial reports and use them to make informed business decisions.

Asheville Chamber Mega Networking

March 10, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Holiday Inn Biltmore West

Asheville Chamber’s Mega Networking event is back this year with an in-person round robin-style program for local business leaders and professionals.

Flywheel Cafe

March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking

This monthly event connects small business owners, startups, investors and community leaders for an evening of networking and an open mic chat on relevant topics.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

March 11, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)

This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.

Accelerate 2022

March 14, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)

In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.

Flywheel Indeavor Luncheon

March 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking

Flywheel Coworking’s next Indeavor Luncheon in Winston-Salem will feature Elizabeth Dampier, the executive director of Kaleideum.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

March 16, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

Every Wednesday morning, entrepreneurs in the Lake Norman area join to present their companies to mentors, advisers, and other startups. Join to meet new people and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs.

1 Million Cups Charlotte

March 16, 8-9 a.m. (online)

Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

March 16, 9-10 a.m. (online)

This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches, and conversation.

Flywheel Concord Indeavor

March 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Cabarrus Center

Flywheel Concord’s next Indeavor Luncheon will feature a talk from Emma Sellers, the City of Concord’s new diversity, equity and inclusion coordinator.

Your Small Business Taxes

March 16, 6-8 p.m. (online)

This webinar will cover the latest tax forms and procedures for state and federal business taxes, as well as how business tax decisions can have implications affecting your bottom line.

Accelerate 2022

March 21, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)

In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

March 23, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

Every Wednesday morning, entrepreneurs in the Lake Norman area join to present their companies to mentors, advisers, and other startups. Join to meet new people and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs.

1 Million Cups Charlotte

March 23, 8-9 a.m. (online)

Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

March 23, 9-10 a.m. (online)

This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches, and conversation.

Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grant 2022 Cycle 3

March 23

NC Biotech’s Flash Grant program provides up to $20,000 for short, tightly-focused research projects into high-potential technologies. Cycle 3 is open to proposals in all areas of life sciences, except Class I medical devices or consumer products.

Winston Starts Investor Pitch Event

March 24, 11:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. @Winston Starts (and online)

This hybrid pitch event will feature the top startups at Winston Starts presenting their products/services to an audience of investors.

Sales for Startups to Prospect for Clients in Bigger Cities

March 24, 4-6 p.m. @Ironclad Brewery

The Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington is hosting an event with sales expert Will Barfield, who will share ways to prospect for big clients outside of the coastal region.

Accelerate 2022

March 28, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)

In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

March 30, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

Every Wednesday morning, entrepreneurs in the Lake Norman area join to present their companies to mentors, advisers, and other startups. Join to meet new people and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs.

1 Million Cups Charlotte

March 30, 8-9 a.m. (online)

Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

March 30, 9-10 a.m. (online)

This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.