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Following is a list of events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area through the end of January 2024.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
Jan. 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.
Launch 2024
Jan. 3, 7-10 a.m. @Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
Raleigh Chamber will host an event with finance/economics experts sharing their predictions for 2024. The program will begin with networking over breakfast. Read more TechWire coverage here.
Raleigh Chamber ‘Launch 2024’ to share detailed economic forecast
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 3, 9-10 a.m. (online)
1 Million Cups is a biweekly pitch event for the Triangle startup community. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial support as local startups deliver their presentations.
Cary Chamber Economic Forecast Breakfast
Jan. 4, 7:30-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club
Cary Chamber will host a 2024 kickoff event featuring economic predictions for the town and region.
Wake Tech Small Business Center Funding Masterclass
Jan. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
This monthly webinar series will help first-time business owners understand the basics of securing funding. Sessions will cover business loans, credit, financial statement analysis, business plan development, cash flow management, debt, alternative funding options and other key topics.
NC Chamber Economic Forecast Forum
Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel
NC Chamber will host its 22nd annual Economic Forecast Forum. The event typically draws a sold-out crowd of business leaders from across the state.
Application Deadline: Venture Connect 2024 Pitches
Jan. 5
Applications are live for the Council for Entrepreneurial Development’s Venture Connect 2024 conference in March. Selected companies will pitch their products/services to a packed audience of investors, business leaders, potential partners and fellow entrepreneurs. CED welcomes scaling companies in the tech, biotech, agtech, food and consumer packaged goods industries.
Application Deadline: F.M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact
Jan. 8
Duke University’s Fred Morgan Kirby Prize for Scaling Social Impact program provides $150,000 in unrestricted funds to organizations working on solving social or environmental problems worldwide.
Raleigh Chamber Coffee With Leaders
Jan. 9, 8:30-10 a.m. @Raleigh Chamber
Raleigh Chamber’s next Coffee With Leaders event will feature leadership lessons from Perkins and Will Principal and Managing Director Laura Gwyn. Note: This is a members-only event.
Test Flight Pitch Practice
Jan. 9, 8:30-9:30 a.m. @First Flight Venture Center (& online)
Test Flight Pitch Practice, hosted by First Flight Venture Center, is an opportunity for early-stage startups to hone their pitch and get feedback from an audience of investors, mentors, customers and other reviewers.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
Jan. 9, 5:30 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: Kickstart Your Business in 4 Weeks
Jan. 9, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This month, the Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs across North Carolina. Participants will learn how to identify target markets, find customers, write a business plan, run their finances and market their brand. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays.
4th Annual Mid-Atlantic Synthetic Biology Symposium
Jan. 11–12 @Duke University
This in-person symposium will showcase the latest synthetic biology research across the Mid-Atlantic.
Focus on Talent: Recruitment Intelligence
Jan. 11, 9-9:45 a.m. (online)
In this virtual session, Reveal Global Intelligence will cover the benefits of recruitment intelligence in the talent acquisition process.
Founders Forum: Highs, Lows & Lessons Learned
Jan. 11, 5:30-7 p.m. @79 Degrees West
This in-person event will feature a talk from Pryon CEO Igor Jablokov, who will share how to leverage success and failure for growth.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
Jan. 12, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar gives participants an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
Information Session: NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants
Jan. 16, 3:30 p.m. (online)
On Jan. 29, NC IDEA will begin seeking applicants for its 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). Join this webinar to learn more about the programs. Applications are due on Feb. 26.
Application Deadline: Launch Chapel Hill Spring Cohort 2024
Jan. 16, 5 p.m.
Applications are open for Launch Chapel Hill’s spring 2024 accelerator. The 14-week program supports startups through workshops, mentorship, training and networking opportunities.
Taking the Leap: Kickstart Your Business in 4 Weeks
Jan. 16, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This month, the Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs across North Carolina. Participants will learn how to identify target markets, find customers, write a business plan, run their finances and market their brand. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays.
Build Authentic Relationships for Your Job Search
Jan. 16, 6:30 p.m. @Duke University – Perkins (& online)
This educational session aims to help Duke University students and alums leverage authentic relationships for their job search.
NC TECH Savvy
Jan. 17, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This monthly webinar series will cover NC TECH’s virtual community platforms for its members. Attendance is free for both members and non-members.
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 17, 9-10 a.m. (online)
1 Million Cups is a biweekly pitch event for the Triangle startup community. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial support as local startups deliver their presentations.
Cofounders Corner: An Afternoon with Cofounders Capital
Jan. 17, 1-3 p.m. @Cary Founded
This in-person event series allows local entrepreneurs to connect with investors from local venture capital firm Cofounders Capital.
On the Menu: Rethinking Presentations
Jan. 18, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Frontier RTP (& online)
This hybrid workshop will focus on rethinking the typical presentation format. Participants will learn how to boost their presentation’s impact with outlines, storyboards and more visual features.
Equity Funding Trends & Resources for Innovative NC Businesses
Jan. 18, 12-1 p.m. (online)
Join this online workshop to learn about the latest equity funding trends and opportunities for small, innovation-focused businesses in North Carolina.
CIO + CISO Reception (Triangle)
Jan. 18, 4:30-6:30 p.m. @Bailey-Tucker House
CIOs, CISOs and senior IT executives will gather in Raleigh for an evening of networking over catered fare.
New Bern Avenue BRT: Pre-Construction Meeting for Business Stakeholders
Jan. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Andrews Conference Center at WakeMed
In this public meeting, teams leading construction for the New Bern Avenue BRT corridor will share the project timeline and more details on what businesses can expect in the transition period.
Triangle Information Session: NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants
Jan. 19, 9:30-11 a.m. @Frontier RTP
On Jan. 29, NC IDEA will begin seeking applicants for its two flagship grant programs serving North Carolina tech startups: MICRO (small, project-based grants of $10,000) and SEED ($50,000 for startups with a proven concept). Join this in-person information session to learn more about the programs. Applications are due on Feb. 26.
Professional Women’s Luncheon: Your Vision for 2024
Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. @Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
This in-person luncheon will feature a talk from the leaders of Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines.
Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours
Jan. 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. @The Grove at City Market
This month’s Business After Hours will be held at The Grove at City Market. Join to network with local business leaders. Note: This event is exclusive to Raleigh Chamber and Young Professionals Network members.
Application Deadline: NC Digital Champion Grant Program
Jan. 22, 11:59 p.m.
Community services, nonprofits, higher education institutions and regional organizations can apply to receive up to $400,000 per county. Grants will fund digital equity initiatives, including expanding access to high-speed internet, devices and digital literacy courses.
SBIR/STTR: $4+ Billion R&D Funding Mechanism
Jan. 23, 2-3 p.m. (online)
The Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a webinar on SBIR/STTR federal research and development funding programs for small businesses.
Government Vendor Network
Jan. 23, 3-4 p.m. @Brooks Pierce (& online)
NC TECH’s Government Vendor Network is a forum for member companies interested in doing business with the state government. Note: This is a hybrid event.
Raleigh Chamber Courageous Conversation
Jan. 23, 4-7 p.m. @Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel
In this Raleigh Chamber event, attendees will hear from community leaders on the challenges faced by individuals transitioning back into society post-incarceration.
Elevate Your E-Commerce: Introduction to Google Merchant Center
Jan. 23, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
This webinar will cover the basics of Google Merchant Center. Participants will learn how to set up and optimize an account and create compelling product listings.
Taking the Leap: Kickstart Your Business in 4 Weeks
Jan. 23, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This month, the Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs across North Carolina. Participants will learn how to identify target markets, find customers, write a business plan, run their finances and market their brand. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays.
NC TECH Member Drop-In (Triangle)
Jan. 24, 8:30-10 a.m. @NC TECH Raleigh Office
Join this free informal breakfast to learn more about NC TECH and connect with other companies, organizations and networks in the Triangle area.
Impact Collaborative Info Sessions: Part 4
Jan. 24, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
Raleigh Founded is hosting a series of informative sessions covering essential skills for managing a company. Topics center around team leadership, growth strategies and budgeting/planning.
NC HUB & NC DBE Certification Information Session
Jan. 25, 2:30-4 p.m. (online)
The City of Raleigh is hosting monthly virtual workshops on the benefits of the HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) and DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) certification programs.
RTA 22nd Annual Meeting: State of Mobility 2024
Jan. 26, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. @Embassy Suites in Cary
The Regional Transportation Alliance will host its annual meeting focusing on ongoing regional transportation initiatives. More than 400 leaders are expected to attend.
NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grant Applications Open
Jan. 29
Applications will open soon 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 Feb. 26.
NC IDEA names six startup $50,000 grant winners across state
Taking the Leap: Kickstart Your Business in 4 Weeks
Jan. 30, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This month, the Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs across North Carolina. Participants will learn how to identify target markets, find customers, write a business plan, run their finances and market their brand. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays.
2024 Clean Energy in NC
Jan. 31, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Raleigh Convention Center
This continuing legal education (CLE) program will focus on regulatory and legal matters related to North Carolina’s ongoing clean energy transition.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Translational Research Grants
Jan. 31, 12 p.m.
The North Carolina Biotechnology Center’s Translational Research Grant program provides up to $100,000 in funding for projects exploring/developing commercial applications for university-held life science inventions. Applications for the next funding cycle are live. Awards will be announced in June 2024.
Environmental Compliance Conference
Jan. 31 @Sheraton Imperial Hotel
NC Chamber will host a conference with industry experts and state officials discussing regulatory issues, policy decisions, legislation and other topics focused on water, air, waste and natural resources.
