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Wrapping up April, a preview of May headliners, part I: Upcoming tech/biz events in the Triangle
Get your calendar ready: Here’s our roundup of upcoming events and deadlines across the Triangle through the end of May.
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest meetups, panels, workshops, conferences, application deadlines and everything happening in the entrepreneurial, technology and business communities in the Triangle and across North Carolina.
Following is a list of events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area through the end of May. Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to a live format.
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Life Sciences Wealth Accumulation
April 24, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
The latest NewCo Series event from the NC Life Sciences Virtual Networking Group will focus on wealth accumulation in the life science industry.
Raleigh Founded Resource Fair
April 25, 1-4 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Glenwood
Raleigh Founded will host an inaugural Resource Fair featuring legal council providers, marketing services and IT solutions.
Let’s Talk DEI + Networking Event
April 25, 4-6 p.m. @The Diversity Movement Office
This event, hosted by NCBIO, will focus on topics around diversity, equity and inclusion, including mentoring, leadership, employee resource groups, training and more.
Application Deadline: Trivent Startup Competition Pitches
April 25
At the inaugural Trivent Startup Competition on April 30, undergraduate and graduate students will present their ventures for a chance to win a $500,000 investment from Georgia-based Fusen VC.
2023 State Energy Conference
April 25–26 @McKimmon Center
The annual State Energy Conference features networking opportunities, sessions on best practices, successful case studies, panel discussions and more.
Cary Chamber Eye Opener Breakfast
April 26, 8-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club
The Cary Chamber of Commerce will host a talk with Joy Ennis, general manager of Cary Downtown Park, who will discuss the latest happenings at the park.
The Legal Lowdown on Startup Financing
April 26, 1-2 p.m. (online)
This virtual lunch and learn will cover the practical, legal and business considerations in finding the best financing options for a company.
Working with Tension
April 26, 4-6 p.m. @MOSAIC
This workshop, presented by Leadership Triangle, will offer tips for embracing tensions and conflict.
NC Future of Food Investor Panel
April 26, 6-8 p.m. @NCBiotech
This panel discussion will bring together food, agricultural and biotech investors to share insights and predictions on the future of food in North Carolina.
DIG SOUTH Tech Summit 2023 [Charleston, SC]
April 26–27 @College of Charleston TD Arena
The DIG SOUTH Tech Summit returns for another year of programming in Charleston, South Carolina. The annual conference convenes startups and investors from across the Southeast. This year’s event centers around the theme of “Transformation.”
Raleigh Chamber Networking 101
April 27, 8:30-10 a.m. @Raleigh Chamber
Raleigh Chamber’s quarterly Networking 101 seminar will offer tips and new ideas on how to develop business relationships.
Cary Chamber Sports Alliance
April 27, 12-1 p.m. @Cary Tennis Park
Cary Chamber of Commerce’s next Sports Alliance event will feature a talk from Ted Reese, president of TTS.
A Better Wake Town Hall: Economic Mobility
April 27, 4-6 p.m. Knightdale Town Hall
The Raleigh Chamber of Commerce will host a town hall meeting discussing the role of economic mobility in Wake County’s Blueprint to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Triangle Talks
April 27, 4:30-6 p.m. @WeWork Glenwood
This new event series will bring together local business leaders to discuss strategy, tech, customer experience, data and more topics. Networking will follow.
Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives
April 28, 8:30-10 a.m. @The Umstead Hotel & Spa
Raleigh Chamber’s C-Suite Perspectives series offers leadership development insights from top executives in the Raleigh area.
Application Deadline: City of Raleigh Accessory Dwelling Unit Pitchfest
April 28
The City of Raleigh is inviting companies and entrepreneurs to present solutions for increasing the supply of Accessory Dwelling Units in the city. The selected winner will receive a $5,000 prize and an opportunity for a pilot partnership.
Trivent 2023 Startup Competition
April 30, 12-5:30 p.m. @The Friday Center
At this inaugural pitch event, undergraduate and graduate students will present their ventures for a chance to win a $500,000 investment from Georgia-based Fusen VC. Pitch applications are due on April 25.
Triangle college students team up to launch startup competition: Trivent
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.
Test Flight Pitch Practice
May 2, 8:30-9:30 a.m. @First Flight Venture Center (& online)
Test Flight Pitch Practice is an opportunity for early-stage startups to hone their pitch and get feedback from an audience of investors, mentors, customers and other reviewers. Note: This is a hybrid event.
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 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.
Anatomy of a Trade Finance Deal
May 3, 10-11 a.m. (online)
The North Carolina Small Business Technology and Development Center will host a webinar covering trade finance topics such as landed costs and full vs. variable costing.
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.
Founded Workshop: Small Business HR 101
May 4, 12-1:30 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
This workshop will offer tips on human resources for small businesses, covering payroll taxes, state compliance requirements, employee engagement, 1099 vs. W2 staff, overtime, recruiting and more.
Larger Than Life Science: Onward NC
May 4, 4-7 p.m. @The Chesterfield
LaunchBio’s Larger Than Life Science series is back with a panel focused on the latest updates on the biotech community and a showcase of local biotech startups.
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.
Equitable Hiring Practices
May 5, 12-1:30 p.m. @MOSAIC
This workshop from Innovate Carolina and Leadership Triangle will offer strategies for incorporating equity into hiring and onboarding processes.
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.
Fueling the Future of the Small Business & Entrepreneurial Economy
May 9, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @RTI International
In this panel discussion, small business owners and members of local Workforce Development Boards will share best practices for starting a business and finding skilled talent.
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.
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.
How to Build Smart City Apps to Engage Citizens
May 10, 1-2 p.m. (online)
This virtual lunch and learn will discuss how city governments are using sensors and software applications to engage with citizens and bring their communities in the future.
Virtual Bagels & Business
May 11, 7:30-8:30 a.m. (online)
This new series from RIoT will cover topics relevant to starting or growing a business, such as customer discovery, sales, finances, product development, marketing and more.
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.
Misconceptions in Solar: Land Use & Development
May 11, 1-2:30 p.m. (online)
This webinar will cover key misconceptions about solar and land-use and development, including concerns about property values, what happens after projects are decommissioned and more. The next event in this series will be held on June 15.
Brews + Bytes: Triangle
May 11, 4:30-6:30 p.m. @Tobacco Wood Brewing
NC TECH will bring the Triangle’s tech community together for a networking event in Durham. This event is free for both NC TECH members and non-members.
Solutions Toward Sustainable Intensification
May 11, 5-7 p.m. @79 Degrees West
Innovate Carolina will host the RTP AgBio + AgTech Meetup to discuss sustainable intensification and strategies to improve agricultural systems.
2023 State of the Region
May 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Angus Barn Pavillion
Hosted by the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, this in-person event will convene local business and community leaders to discuss the region’s growth and future prosperity.
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.
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.
Cary Chamber 2023 Small Business Excellence Awards
May 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The Matthews House
The Cary Chamber of Commerce’s annual Small Business Excellence Awards program celebrates local companies that make an impact on the business community and their colleagues/employees.
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.
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.
Lunch & Learn: Analytics for All
May 17, 1-2 p.m. @RIoT Labs
This in-person lunch and learn will cover data management strategies, the state of analytics, and various considerations regarding governance, cloud services and more.
Financing Your Venture: Complementary Capital Sources
May 17, 2:30-6:30 p.m. @NCBiotech
In this in-person event, a group of funding executives will share their offerings, capital options and best practices for combining them without inhibiting future growth. A networking reception will follow.
RTP180: Health
May 18, 5-7:15 p.m. @The Frontier
This month’s RTP180 will feature top local researchers discussing environmental protection, human health, the microbiome, the impact of stress and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
STEM Networking Event
May 26, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @NCBiotech
This student-oriented event will connect postdocs and Ph.D. students in STEM fields with more than 40 industry professionals in the Triangle.
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