Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in September. 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.

Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to live events.

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AI + Machine Learning: Is Your Organization Ready?

Sept. 28, 10-11 a.m. (online)

This virtual panel discussion and Q&A will convene CEOs, COOs, CIOs and IT directors to learn about the ways to take advantage of AI, machine learning, and data and analytics.

AI and Electric Power Summit

Sept. 28-29 (online)

The Electric Power Research Institute’s virtual AI and Electric Power Summit will convene leaders in the artificial intelligence and electric power utilities industries to discuss how both sectors can match challenges with solutions.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

Sept. 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 Charlotte

Sept. 29, 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 Wilmington

Sept. 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.

Virtual Tech Job Expo 101: How Does It Work?

Sept. 29, 9:30-10:15 a.m. (online)

This webinar will lead job seekers and employers through a tour of Premier Virtual, the platform NC TECH uses to host its online career events, including its upcoming Virtual Tech Job Expo on Oct. 20.

Marketing Outside the Box

Sept. 29, 12:30-1:30 p.m. (online)

HUSTLE Winston-Salem’s weekly Marketing Outside the Box series offers innovative marketing strategies for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Learn how to attract and retain customers and increase your revenue.

Fort Bragg Career Summit

Sept. 29-30

This career fair, presented by Fort Bragg, will connect military job seekers with regional and national employers.