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On the horizon: TechWire’s statewide guide to 55 events coming in May
Plenty of tech/life science events and deadlines are on tap for May. Here is TechWire’s roundup of upcoming events across the state.
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Plenty of technology and life science events and program deadlines are coming up across North Carolina in May. Several events will be held in person or in a hybrid format, while many others remain virtual.
Building on WRAL TechWire’s ongoing work tracking important events and deadlines across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in May 2023:
Triangle Small Business Week
April 30–May 6
Headed by Raleigh Chamber and Wake County Economic Development, Triangle Small Business Week returns with several events and resources supporting the local business community.
Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours
May 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m. @Hampton Inn & Suites
Raleigh Chamber’s next Business After Hours event will be held at Hampton Inn and Suites during Triangle Small Business Week.
CIO Executive Roundtable
May 2, 7:45-9 a.m. (online)
In this quarterly session, CIOs or tech strategy executives at NC TECH member companies will discuss relevant topics and developments in their field.
Business Launch Academy Lunch & Learn
May 2, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. @UNCW CIE
Organized by UNCW’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Cape Fear Community College’s Small Business Center, this four-part series will offer strategic planning and implementation, access to capital support and more resources for starting or pivoting a business.
Mountain BizWorks’ Craft Your Commerce Series
May 2, 12-2 p.m. (online)
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.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
May 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.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 3, 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
May 3, 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
May 3, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech 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 RTP
May 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.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
May 3, 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
May 3, 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.
Coffee With Leaders
May 4, 8:30-10:30 a.m. @Chavis Park Community Center Reception Hall
Raleigh Chamber’s next Coffee With Leaders event will feature speakers from the City of Raleigh’s small business development team and the Minority Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) program. Note: This is a members-only event.
Mountain BizWorks’ Craft Your Commerce Series
May 4, 2-4 p.m.
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.
Coffee & Conversation with Charlotte Business Group
May 5, 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
May 5, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar gives participants an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
Final Application Deadline: 101 Weston Labs
May 5
101 Weston Labs is a new accelerator from Cary-based Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina. The three-month program targets North America-headquartered startups developing solutions for independent insurance agencies. It includes weekly training seminars, coaching/mentoring from experts and entrepreneurs, access to a network of insurtech investors and stakeholders, and connections to independent distribution channels. The first cohort is set to run from June to August.
Business Launch Academy Lunch & Learn
May 9, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. @UNCW CIE
Organized by UNCW’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Cape Fear Community College’s Small Business Center, this four-part series will offer strategic planning and implementation, access to capital support and more resources for starting or pivoting a business.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
May 9, 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.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 10, 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
May 10, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Robeson County
May 10, 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
May 10, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech 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
May 10, 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
May 10, 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.
NC State’s Spring 2023 Alumni Career Fair
May 10, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Reynolds Coliseum
This recruiting event is tailored for recent and experienced alumni of NC State University and surrounding institutions.
On the Menu: Public Speaking Open Mic
May 11, 12-1 p.m. @The Frontier
This in-person workshop allows participants to practice speaking and receive constructive feedback from the audience or take on the role of a supportive audience member providing feedback.
Raleigh Chamber Young Professionals Network
May 12, 8:30-10 a.m. @PNC Arena
Raleigh Chamber’s Young Professionals Network brings together employees from member firms to expand their personal and professional development.
Business of Innovation Series (Greenville)
May 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. @East Carolina University Willis Building
This statewide workshop series will cover a range of topics relevant to early-stage businesses, including SBIR/STTR programs, state-specific funding resources, legal considerations, patents, university and business partnerships, accounting requirements and more. The second session in the series will be held in Winston-Salem on June 20.
CISO Executive Roundtable
May 16, 7:45-9 a.m. (online)
This quarterly meeting will convene CISOs, VPs and director-level security leaders from NC TECH member companies.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 17, 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
May 17, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
May 17, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech 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
May 17, 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 RTP
May 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.
1 Million Cups Asheville
May 17, 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.
Leading from the Boardroom: Evolution of the Tech Company Board
May 17, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. @SAS Executive Briefing Center
The RTP chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors will host a conference focusing on several topics being discussed in today’s boardrooms, including risk management and oversight, artificial intelligence’s impact on business strategy, fundraising, changing regulations, human capital management, ESG and more.
Mountain BizWorks’ Craft Your Commerce Series
May 18, 2-4 p.m. (online)
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.
Transportation & Infrastructure Summit
May 18 @Sheraton Imperial Hotel
NC Chamber’s Transportation and Infrastructure Summit will focus on policy updates affecting the future of transportation in North Carolina.
2023 THRiVE Community Leadership Summit
May 19, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. @Marbles Museum
Leadership Triangle’s annual THRiVE summit brings together over 300 local leaders to network and further develop their role in the local community.
Service Delivery: Product Market Launch
May 19, 12-1:30 p.m. @UNC Charlotte’s PORTAL Building
This in-person seminar will offer tips on preparing a product/service for the market and making it stand out online.
Women’s Leadership Conference
May 23, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. @Raleigh Convention Center
Centered around advancing women in business, this annual conference offers career development strategies, discussions with established leaders and networking.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 24, 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
May 24, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
2023 North Carolina Microbiome Symposium
May 24, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. @NCBiotech
This full-day conference will convene microbiome researchers from academia and industry. The program includes presentations, poster sessions, a keynote speaker and networking.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
May 24, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech 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
May 24, 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
May 24, 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.
Webinar: Developing Skilled Tech Talent
May 25, 9-9:45 a.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a webinar with speakers from Tech Elevator, who will share how companies are collaborating to develop skilled tech talent. Registration is open to members and non-members of NC TECH.
GrindFest 2023
May 26–28 in Asheville
This three-day festival will celebrate Asheville’s community of Black entrepreneurs and business owners. The event includes music and live performances, games, food, vendors, employment and partnership opportunities, and more.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 31, 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
May 31, 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
May 31, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech 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
May 31, 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
May 31, 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.
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