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March headliners, part II: A statewide guide to 50+ upcoming tech/biz events
Here’s our latest preview of 50+ upcoming conferences, workshops, deadlines and socials across North Carolina through the end of March.
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Here’s our exclusive roundup of upcoming events across North Carolina through the end of 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 submit an event for WRAL TechWire’s statewide events calendar, feel free to reach out here.
Application Deadline: NC IDEA SEED & MICRO Grants
Feb. 27, 5 p.m.
Applications are live for NC IDEA’s two flagship grant programs serving North Carolina tech startups: NC IDEA MICRO (small, project-based grants of $10,000) and NC IDEA SEED ($50,000 for startups with a proven concept). Apply by 5 p.m. EST.
NC IDEA schedules meetings to brief applicants for grants – here’s the breakdown
Pitch-Space Live in Winston-Salem
Feb. 28, 4:30-6 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking (& online)
In this hybrid event, a group of startups will present their products/services to a panel of investors for feedback. There will also be open networking.
Taking the Leap
Feb. 28, 6-8 p.m. (online)
Offered by the Small Business and Technology Development Center, Taking the Leap is a free four-week cohort covering the ins and outs of starting a business, including identifying target markets, writing business plans, running finances and brand marketing.
Application Deadline: CED GRO Incubator
Feb. 28
Applications are live for the Council for Entrepreneurial Development’s 12-week GRO Incubator for local life science companies. The program includes weekly classes led by well-known experts, one-on-one coaching and feedback, and more. The next cohort starts in April.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 1, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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 1, 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.
Tech Slam ‘N Eggs
March 1, 8-9:30 a.m. @Flywheel Coworking Concord
This hybrid event will feature two to three software developers presenting their tech stacks, their insights and any challenges they overcame. This month’s event will be held live in Concord, with virtual sessions at Flywheel Coworking’s Winston-Salem and Greenville locations.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
March 1, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Technical Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
2023 NC STIR Briefing
March 1, 9-9:45 a.m. (online)
In this webinar, NC TECH will unveil its ninth annual State of the Technology Industry (STIR) report and accompanying directory of the organization’s members. Economic development expert Ted Abernathy will present the key findings of the report.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 1, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) & online
This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.
1 Million Cups Asheville
March 1, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
Startup Ethics Roundtable
March 2, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. @Hurt Hub at Davidson
Join this roundtable discussion to learn about ethical issues that pertain to startups and businesses. The event is free and open to Davidson College students and the local community.
Is Your Startup a Unicorn, Workhorse or Camel?
March 2, 4-7 p.m. @Ironclad Brewery
The Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington will host a fireside chat featuring two nCino executives sharing how they built a successful company and scaled it to “unicorn” status. Cofounders Capital Partner Tim McLoughlin will moderate the discussion.
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Coffee & Conversation with Charlotte Business Group
March 3, 8-9:30 a.m. @Suffolk Punch Brewing
The Charlotte Business Group will host members and guests for connections over coffee. Note: Space is limited, so registration is required.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
March 3, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar gives participants an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 8, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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 8, 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 Fayetteville
March 8, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Technical Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
SBIR Training: Fayetteville
March 8, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Fayetteville Tech – Horticulture Education Campus
This statewide training series will equip small businesses with the resources and tools they need to apply for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. Events will be held in Fayetteville, Wilmington, Winston-Salem and Boone.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 8, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& online)
This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.
1 Million Cups Asheville
March 8, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
SBIR Training: Wilmington
March 9, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Cape Fear Community College
This statewide training series will equip small businesses with the resources and tools they need to apply for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. Events will be held in Fayetteville, Wilmington, Winston-Salem and Boone.
Show Me the Funding
March 14, 9-11 a.m. @UNCW Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurs, UNC Wilmington faculty/staff and students can attend this workshop to learn about how to raise capital for a startup. Topics include SBIR/STTR grants, bootstrapping, debt financing, venture capital and angel investing, crowdfunding, convertible debt and other types of funding.
NC Main Street Conference 2023
March 14–16 in Statesville
The annual statewide NC Main Street Conference appeals to anyone interested in downtown revitalization and sustainability across North Carolina.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 15, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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 15, 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 Robeson County
March 15, 8-9 a.m. @Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub
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 Fayetteville
March 15, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Technical Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 15, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& online)
This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.
1 Million Cups Asheville
March 15, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
Launch Greensboro Capital Connects 2023
March 15, 5-7:30 p.m.
Held annually, Launch Greensboro Capital Connects offers cash and in-kind prizes to seed-stage and Series A-stage companies through two pitch competitions.
2023 Venture Asheville Talent Jam
March 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage Company
Hosted by Venture Asheville, this event features open-mic pitches where job seekers and companies looking for talent each deliver alternating 60-second pitches.
It’s About the Story
March 16, 9-11 a.m. @UNCW Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Local entrepreneurs, UNC Wilmington faculty/staff and students can attend this workshop to learn about how to create a compelling presentation for investors.
Tech & Innovation Briefing
March 16, 9-10:30 a.m. @Forsyth Tech, Robert L. Strickland Center
In this event, Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. will highlight leaders who are bringing new and impactful products and therapies to the market.
Mountain BizWorks’ Craft Your Commerce Series
March 17–18 @Black Wall Street Asheville
Mountain BizWorks’ spring 2023 Craft Your Commerce series runs from March to May. Creative entrepreneurs will learn about SEO and analytics, how to make an engaging website landing page and how to connect with customers via e-commerce platforms.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 22, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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 22, 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 Fayetteville
March 22, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Technical Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 22, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& online)
This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.
1 Million Cups Asheville
March 22, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
SBIR Training: Winston-Salem
March 22, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Forsyth Tech at Innovation Quarter
This statewide training series will equip small businesses with the resources and tools they need to apply for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. Events will be held in Fayetteville, Wilmington, Winston-Salem and Boone.
HKY4Vets Virtual Hiring Event
March 22, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (online)
This hiring event will be geared toward transitioning military and military spouse talent, recent alumni and rising juniors/seniors at local universities/colleges. The program will also include participation from employers across Catawba, Burke, Caldwell, Alexander, Lincoln and McDowell counties.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech’s Flash Grant Program
March 22, 12 p.m.
For its Flash Grant program, the North Carolina Biotech Center is looking for innovative life science technology ideas with commercial potential. Up to $20,000 may be requested.
Open Source 101 2023
March 23, 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m. @UNC Charlotte’s Dubois Center
Hosted by All Things Open, this full-day conference will provide education and guidance covering open source, open web and open tech topics.
SBIR Training: Boone
March 23, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Caldwell Community College – Watauga Campus
This statewide training series will equip small businesses with the resources and tools they need to apply for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. Events will be held in Fayetteville, Wilmington, Winston-Salem and Boone.
Winston Starts 2023 Investor Forum
March 23, 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. @Winston Starts
Winston Starts will host its annual pitch competition featuring scaling startups in Winston-Salem. The event also includes a panel discussion and keynote.
Women In Business Summit
March 25, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Halifax Community College Small Business Center
Give It To The People’s one-day Women in Business Summit will provide workshops and mentorship to help women entrepreneurs grow their businesses, expand their networks and increase their net worth.
RevTech Labs Class 18 Welcome Party + Mentor Matching
March 28, 5-7:30 p.m. in Charlotte
In this event, RevTech Labs will introduce the 18th class of startups participating in its 12-week accelerator. Join to meet the companies and learn about their roadmaps.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 29, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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 29, 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.
Entrepreneur Resilience Summit
March 29, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. @The Collider
Venture Asheville will host a half-day conference covering strategies to overcome common challenges in entrepreneurship and build resilience.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
March 29, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Technical Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 29, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& online)
This weekly event brings together entrepreneurs in the Wilmington and Cape Fear community to gather for coffee, casual startup pitches and conversation.
1 Million Cups Asheville
March 29, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
Virtual Tech Job Expo 101: How Does It Work?
March 29, 10-10:45 a.m. (online)
Ahead of the Spring Virtual Tech Job Expo on April 12, NC TECH will host an online tour of the Premier Virtual platform so employers and job seekers can organize their profiles and prepare to make new connections at the event.
Application Deadline: Health Equity Innovation Challenge
March 31
From the Flywheel Foundation, this three-year business competition will focus on ideas that offer solutions to healthcare disparities. The program is expected to build a portfolio of 20 to 30 startups.
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