Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in April. 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.
This post is part of our weekly column of upcoming events, along with our comprehensive resource guide for startups in the Triangle. To find out what’s happening this month in the Triangle specifically, check out part one of this week’s column. Another post previews events coming in May. Recurring monthly meetups in the Triangle are listed here.
These columns are an extension of our interactive calendar of tech and startup events. If you’d like to submit an event, feel free to send me an email.
Note: The following list is our lineup of Triangle events through the end of April—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Best Practices for Setting Up & Maintaining an Online Store
April 14, 10 a.m. (online)
Asheville Chamber of Commerce is hosting a virtual panel discussion covering best-practices for selling products online.
5 (Practical) C’s for Leading in a Crisis/Downturn
April 14, 11 a.m. (online)
EO Charlotte is hosting a webinar on how entrepreneurs can lead their team through a crisis.
Application Deadline: All Things Open 2020 Sessions
April 14
All Things Open is now seeking talks from technologists to be featured at the 2020 conference, set for October 18-20 in Raleigh.
Proximity Digital Conference
April 14-16 (online)
This three-day digital conference, hosted by Tech Talent South, will cover global trends, cultural change and innovation in technology. More TechWire coverage here.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
April 15, 7:30-9 a.m. (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 Wilmington
April 15, 9-10 a.m. (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
April 15, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
Institute for Emerging Issues 2020 Service Year Webinar
April 15, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
In this webinar, the Institute for Emerging Issues is bringing together representatives from Service Year organizations, nonprofits and government agencies to discuss the innovative ways in which communities are using service years to tackle problems and add opportunities.
Packard Place Public House
April 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (virtual)
Every Wednesday, Packard Place is hosting a virtual gathering with Charlotte’s tech community. Join for networking and conversations over drinks.
Covid-19 Small Business Resources
April 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (online)
Hosted by the Carolina Small Business Development Fund, this webinar will cover the many funding opportunities and other resources for small businesses that are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Application Deadline: NC IDEA LABS
April 15
NC IDEA LABS is a four-week customer discovery program that helps idea-stage entrepreneurs take their first steps toward building a successful startup. The next cohort will run virtually from May 26 to June 19.
Application Deadline: HQ Greensboro Summer Internship Program
April 15
HQ Greensboro is seeking interns to join its team in summer 2020. Local college students are encouraged to apply.
PayCLT: Davina Demelenne, Sia Partners – The Cost of Cash
April 16, 8-9 a.m. (online)
PayCLT is hosting Davina Demelenne of Sia Partners for a discussion on how the U.S. can move towards a cashless society.
Larger Than Life Science: Race for a Cure
April 16, 1-1:45 p.m. (online)
LaunchBio’s Larger Than Life Science event (usually held in Durham) is going virtual, allowing life science entrepreneurs from anywhere in the world to join and hear from experts discussing the latest research and innovations in their fields. Join this webinar to learn about the work behind a coronavirus vaccine.
Answering Adversity with Innovation
April 16, 3 p.m. (online)
Join Asheville Chamber of Commerce to hear how Survival Innovation, Kitsbow, Sylvan Sport, Southeastern Container and Moog Music are shifting gears to serve relevant needs.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
April 16, 5-8 p.m. (online)
Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
April 17, 9-9:30 a.m.
This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
April 17, 12-1 p.m. (online)
UNCW’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship is hosting a weekly discussion where members of the community share their ideas for innovative products/services.
Future Fund 10 LIVE
April 21, 5:15-8:45 p.m. (online)
At Future Fund 10 LIVE, 10 nonprofits will pitch innovative program ideas, competing for over $40,000 grants and cash prizes.
Overcoming Real & Perceived Obstacles to Success
April 21, 7-8 p.m. (online)
This webinar will show participants how to recognize patterns of self-sabotage and overcome obstacles to success.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
April 22, 7:30-9 a.m. (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 Wilmington
April 22, 9-10 a.m. (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
April 22, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
Crushing COVID-19: Making the New Normal Work for You
April 22, 12-1:15 p.m. (online)
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance’s Young Professionals Network is hosting a virtual panel discussion where local experts share how they’re adapting to the current environment.
Digital Lunch + Learn: Free Marketing Research Tools
April 22, 12-1:30 p.m. (online)
HQ Greensboro is hosting a digital lunch and learn with Greensboro Public Library Business & Nonprofit Librarian Morgan Ritchie-Baum on how participants can use library resources for their marketing research needs.
Meet the Spring 2020 Startups of the NC Cleantech Corridor
April 22, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
The Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster and Joules Accelerator have selected the latest cohort of the Cleantech Catalyst program. Join this webinar to meet the eight cleantech startups in the 2020 class.
Packard Place Public House
April 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (virtual)
Every Wednesday, Packard Place is hosting a virtual gathering with Charlotte’s tech community. Join for networking and conversations over drinks.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grant (Cycle 3)
April 22
For the third cycle of its Flash Grant program, the North Carolina Biotech Center is searching for innovative projects aiming to address the global coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, precision health, and digital and data-driven life science technologies.
NSF SBIR/STTR Program Overview
April 23, 1-2:30 p.m. (online)
Join this webinar to learn how you can benefit from the SBIR/STTR program to help small businesses commercialize their products and services.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
April 23, 5-8 p.m. (online)
Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
April 24, 12-1 p.m. (online)
UNCW’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship is hosting a weekly discussion where members of the community share their ideas for innovative products/services.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
April 29, 7:30-9 a.m. (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 Wilmington
April 29, 9-10 a.m. (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
April 29, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
Packard Place Public House
April 29, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (virtual)
Every Wednesday, Packard Place is hosting a virtual gathering with Charlotte’s tech community. Join for networking and conversations over drinks.
Skookum Volcano Tour
April 30, 12-1 p.m. @Skookum Charlotte
Join an open tour of the Skookum office to get an introduction to the tech and ideas powering the community. The Skookum team will be available for any questions or comments participants may have. Lunch will be provided.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
April 30, 5-8 p.m. (online)
Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.
