NC headliners: Here’s what’s happening across NC in January

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in January. 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. Others will be held virtually, and are noted as such.

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1 Million Cups Lake Norman

Jan. 26, 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

Jan. 26, 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

Jan. 26, 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.

NC Chamber Workforce Webinar with State Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt

Jan. 26, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)

NC Chamber is hosting a free webinar with State Superintendent Catherine Truitt on advancing alignment between employers and educators so that students are prepared for success post-high school.