RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Plenty of technology and life science events and program deadlines will occur in March. Several events will be held in person or in a hybrid format, and many remain virtual or conducted online.
Thanks to WRAL TechWire’s ongoing work tracking important events and deadlines happening across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in March 2022:
Tech Slam ‘N Eggs
March 1, 8-9:30 a.m. @Cabarrus Center (and online)
Flywheel Coworking is hosting an engaging demo event for local entrepreneurs. Three or four founders/teams will present their products to virtual and in-person audiences.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
March 1, 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.
Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session
March 1, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
Code for Durham brings together technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers, and activists to collaborate on civic technology projects. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 2, 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
March 2, 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
March 2, 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 RTP
March 2, 5, 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.
BAND-NC Digital Inclusion Planning Workshops
March 2, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
The Institute for Emerging Issues is hosting a series of workshops for communities interested in inclusion planning. This session will cover challenges and best practices.
Do’s & Don’ts of Hiring
March 2, 1-2 p.m. (online)
This virtual lunch and learn will offer strategies and tools to find, interview and retain talent in today’s competitive labor market.
NC State Entrepreneurship Ideation Seminar
March 2, 3-4 p.m. @Entrepreneurship Garage
This workshop will help student entrepreneurs talk through their startup ideas as they go through the ideation phase.
Ellevating Together Evening Series: Purposeful Purging
March 2, 6-7 p.m. (online)
Join this virtual event to connect with other women in the local business community.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
March 4, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
2022 Outlook for Tech
March 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. @UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
In this year’s Outlook for Tech event, NC TECH will offer executive panel discussions, a keynote, an innovation briefing, a preview of the organization’s upcoming programs, the release of its “State of the Technology Industry” report and a tech expo.
Application Deadline: NC State Sustainability Fund
March 4
This funding opportunity applies to sustainability ideas that have a high immediate impact or significant potential for high impact over time. Projects could cover education, outreach, infrastructure or some other area of campus sustainability.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
March 8, 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 Main Street Conference
March 8-10 (online)
Held virtually this year, the North Carolina Main Street Conference will feature keynotes, plenary and breakout sessions, and a downtown toolkit of pre-recorded sessions with experienced presenters. This three-day program will offer the most innovative approaches to downtown revitalization and redevelopment.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 9, 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 Robeson County
March 9, 8-9 a.m. @Givens Performing Arts Center, UNC Pembroke
In this monthly event, entrepreneurs local to Robeson County will present their products/services to peers and network with the startup community.
1 Million Cups Charlotte
March 9, 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.
NC TECH Virtual Job Expo
March. 9, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (online)
This virtual job fair is designed for candidates seeking tech-related jobs or internships. Local employers can meet with job seekers in virtual booths. Registration is free for job seekers.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 9, 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 RTP
March 9, 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.
On the Menu: Public Speaking
March 9, 12-1 p.m. @Frontier RTP – Building 800
This month’s On the Menu will focus on the keys to public speaking success. Join to learn the best practices and habits that can help you become a better vocal communicator.
Asheville Chamber Mega Networking
March 10, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Holiday Inn Biltmore West
Asheville Chamber’s Mega Networking event is back this year with an in-person round robin-style program for local business leaders and professionals.
Idea to Entrepreneur
March 10, 5-7 p.m. @American Underground
This two-part workshop led by entrepreneur Chris Heivly will help first-time founders along their idea-stage journey, providing the mindset and tools needed to grow an idea into a startup.
RIoT LXIII: Developer Day 2022
March 11, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Wake Technical Community College – RTP Campus
RIoT is bringing back its popular Developer Day event this year in person at Wake Tech’s RTP campus. The event will feature technical workshops, networking and a career fair.
Idea to Entrepreneur
March 11, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. @American Underground
This two-part workshop led by entrepreneur Chris Heivly will help first-time founders along their idea-stage journey, providing the mindset and tools needed to grow an idea into a startup.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 16, 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
March 16, 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
March 16, 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 RTP
March 16, 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.
Duke CASE Executive Speaker Series
March 16, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (online)
Duke’s Center for the Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship will host an executive speaker series with social impact-focused business leaders.
Ellevate NC Triangle Mix & Mingle
March 16, 6-8 p.m. @The Flourish Market
Ellevate NC Triangle will host an evening of drinks, shopping and networking at The Flourish Market.
Playthrough Gaming Convention 2022
March 19-20 @Raleigh Convention Center
This two-day gaming convention will showcase the latest games and provide an opportunity for gamers to meet other like-minded individuals.
Rural Summit 2022: Building a Stronger Tomorrow
March 21-22 @North Raleigh Hilton
Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the annual Rural Summit will cover the latest tools, trends, resources and programs that help rural leaders work towards resiliency in their communities.
NC Chamber 80th Annual Meeting
March 22, 11:15 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Raleigh Marriott City Center (and online)
NC Chamber is hosting its 80th annual meeting featuring discussions on the biggest issues facing the state’s businesses, a panel on talent supply, a keynote speaker, networking opportunities and more.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 23, 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
March 23, 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
March 23, 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 RTP
March 23, 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.
Cary Chamber Business Expo
March 23, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Prestonwood Country Club
Cary Chamber’s annual Business Expo will feature more than 70 member companies and organizations.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grant 2022 Cycle 3
March 23
NC Biotech’s Flash Grant program provides up to $20,000 for short, tightly-focused research projects into high-potential technologies. Cycle 3 is open to proposals in all areas of life sciences, except Class I medical devices or consumer products.
Winston Starts Investor Pitch Event
March 24, 11:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. @Winston Starts (and online)
This hybrid pitch event will feature the top startups at Winston Starts presenting their products/services to an audience of investors.
Virtual NC HUB & NC DBE Certification Information Session
March 24, 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.
EDPNC’s 2022 Annual Forum on Economic Development
March 24, 2:30-6 p.m. @A.J. Fletcher Theater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina’s first Annual Forum on Economic Development will bring together CEOs, economic developers, tourism and foreign trade execs, business and community leaders, and other influencers to discuss advancing the state’s economic development performance, emerging trends, industries to watch and future outlook.
Diversity + Inclusion in Tech Summit
March 24 @Sheraton Imperial Hotel
NC TECH’s Diversity + Inclusion in Tech Summit will explore ways to make diversity, equity and inclusion part of the technology culture within North Carolina’s companies and communities.
Open Source 101 2022
March 29 (online)
This virtual educational conference will cover the processes and tools foundational to open source, open tech and the open web.
UNC Clean Tech Summit
March 29-30 @The Friday Conference Center
Now in its eighth year, the UNC Clean Tech Summit is back with a focus on “Transitioning to a Low Carbon Economy.” The event will include keynote speakers, panels, workshops and talks.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 30, 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
March 30, 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
March 30, 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 RTP
March 30, 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.
CED GRO Incubator Demo Day
March 30, 4:30-7 p.m. @Alexandria Real Estate Launch Labs
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development will host a demo day for the life science cohort completing its 12-week GRO Incubator. (Space is limited.)
