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February headliners, part I: Scores of events, deadlines coming up across Triangle
Get your calendar ready: This roundup previews more than 50 upcoming events and deadlines across the Triangle through the end of February.
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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 across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area through the end of February. Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to a live format.
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Application Deadline: echoSystem Program (Spring 2023)
Feb. 6, 11:59 p.m.
Applications are live for Helius’ echoSystem training program, which is geared toward entrepreneurs with ideas for new ventures and existing businesses pursuing growth. Selected participants will learn about how to attract customers, market research, marketing strategies, finance and more.
CIO Executive Roundtable
Feb. 7, 7:45-9 a.m. (online)
In this session, IT leaders at NC TECH member companies will discuss relevant topics and developments in their field.
Spring 2023 STEM + All Majors Career & Networking Fair
Feb. 7, 1-4 p.m. (online)
Held virtually and open to UNC undergrad and graduate students in select majors, this career fair is an opportunity for job seekers to meet employers eager to fill summer internships and full-time positions.
Let’s Get Cyber-Physical
Feb. 7, 5-6:30 p.m. @Durham Bottling Co.
Hosted by RIoT, this workshop will teach startups and small businesses how to adopt the latest security measures to protect their assets from physical attacks.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
Feb. 7, 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.
Taking the Leap
Feb. 7, 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.
UNC Diversity Career & Networking Fair
Feb. 8, 1-4 p.m. (online)
In this virtual career fair, employers will connect with UNC students from underrepresented minority groups who are interested in applying for summer internships and full-time jobs.
Upward RTP: Networking With Impact
Feb. 8, 4:30 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
In this workshop hosted by Upward RTP, attendees will learn best practices on how to network easily and authentically.
WICE Galentine’s Day
Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m. @The Sage Room
Women In Clean Energy (WICE) is hosting a “Galentine’s Day” to provide a venue for women in North Carolina’s clean energy industry to meet and grow their networks.
Business Continuity in a Hybrid Cloud Workshop
Feb. 9, 8:30-10:45 a.m. @McKimmon Center
This workshop will host VMware, AWS and Carahsoft to discuss business continuity in a hybrid cloud.
Techstars: How to Perfect Your Startup Pitch
Feb. 9, 12-1 p.m. @Raleigh Founded
Techstars Atlanta Investment Principal Anastasia Simon will lead a workshop on how to create a great pitch and put it into practice.
Biomanufacturing & Process Development (BPD) BioGrow Symposium
Feb. 9, 12:30-5 p.m. @NC Biotech Center
This half-day program features panels from students and industry representatives in North Carolina’s biologics and biopharma manufacturing sector. The event will convene students, company representatives, local training programs and other business leaders.
Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives
Feb. 10, 8:30-10 a.m. @Umstead Hotel & Spa
Raleigh Chamber’s next C-Suite Perspectives will feature a talk from Rex Felton, senior vice president of global operations at Durham-based Wolfspeed.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
Feb. 10, 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.
On the Menu: Choosing the Right Business Structure
Feb. 10, 12-1 p.m. Frontier 800 (& online)
This hybrid workshop will offer insights on organizing a business, common pitfalls, and various legal, tax, fundraising and transfer considerations.
2023 Emerging Issues Forum
Feb. 13 in Raleigh
The next Emerging Issues Forum will cover various facets of North Carolina’s workforce, including workplace barriers, engagement gaps, what employees are looking for and how employers can respond, and more insights on the future of talent.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
Feb. 14, 6-7:30 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.
Taking the Leap
Feb. 14, 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.
Raleigh Chamber Community Success Forum 2023
Feb. 15, 8:30-11 a.m. @Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Raleigh Chamber’s annual Community Success Forum will feature best practices and strategies in talent recruitment, engagement and retention.
1 Million Cups RTP
Feb. 15, 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.
Founded Roundtable: What’s Your Company Worth & Why?
Feb. 15, 12-1 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
This panel discussion will feature insights on how acquirers and investors value companies, deal types, differences in company sizes and markets, tips on valuing a company and more.
Cybersecurity: Making Small Businesses WannaCry
Feb. 15, 1-2 p.m. (online)
This virtual lunch and learn will guide startups and small businesses through the latest cybersecurity best practices, real-world experiences to learn from, and more.
Investor Panel & Networking Event
Feb. 15, 4-5:30 p.m. @79 West
This panel discussion will cover various investment strategies, deal structures, things investors look for and tips for raising early-stage capital.
Ag Tech Professional Forum
Feb. 15, 4-7 p.m. @NC Biotechnology Center
This in-person event hosted by NCBiotech will provide a platform for leaders in the agtech business to discuss relevant topics.
RTP180: The Evolving Workplace
Feb. 16, 5-7:15 p.m. @The Frontier
RTP180’s next event will center around workplace-related topics, such as the “great resignation,” diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, the employee experience and more.
Application Deadline: NC State’s eGames Pitch Competition
Feb. 19
Applications are open for NC State Entrepreneurship’s next eGames, an annual pitch competition for student entrepreneurs that offers funding, mentorship, guidance and exposure to potential investors.
2023 FREEDM Research Symposium
Feb. 20–21 @NC State’s Hunt Library
The annual FREEDM Research Symposium convenes students, faculty, industry and community leaders for two days of keynotes, poster presentations, networking and a lab tour.
CISO Executive Roundtable
Feb. 21, 7:45-9 a.m. (online)
This quarterly meeting will convene CISOs, VPs and director-level security leaders from NC TECH member companies.
Taking the Leap
Feb. 21, 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.
Duke Sustainable Business & Social Impact Conference
Feb. 22, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Duke’s Fuqua School of Business
Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business will host its 18th Sustainable Business and Social Impact Conference, an annual event that convenes students, alumni and professionals to discuss business models and other topics around social impact and sustainability.
Early-Stage Startups: Key Issues & Legal Strategy
Feb. 22, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this online lunch and learn, Jesse Jones and Benjamin Jacob of Fourscore Business Law will share crucial legal considerations for early-stage founders, such as intellectual property protection, legal strategies, entity selection and more.
Nonprofit Networking Night
Feb. 22, 4-6 p.m. @79°West
UNC Chapel Hill’s Innovate Carolina program will host a networking event for nonprofits across Chatham, Orange and Wake counties.
NC TECH’s 30th Anniversary Reception
Feb. 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @NC Governor’s Mansion
NC TECH will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a special reception at the Governor’s Mansion in Raleigh. Note: This is an invitation-only event.
How to Build Brand Ambassador Partnerships
Feb. 22, 6-8 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
In this panel discussion and Q&A, Emily Winters of The Social Rising and Roxy Garrity of Raleigh-Durham Girl will share ways to leverage brand ambassador partnerships, tips on micro-influencer strategies and more.
Government Affairs Reception
Feb. 22 @Merrimon-Wynne House
This reception will convene business leaders, local Chambers of Commerce and policymakers to discuss key issues in the business community.
2023 Clean Energy in the Southeast
Feb. 23, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. @City Club Raleigh
This full-day course will brief participants on the latest regulatory and legislative developments related to clean energy in North Carolina and across the U.S.
NewCo Series: InSoma Bio
Feb. 27, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
For the next event in its NewCo series, the NC Life Sciences Virtual Networking Group will host a talk with InSoma Bio Founder Stefan Roberts.
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.
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.
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