Editor’s note: WRAL TechWire’s event calendars are part of our weekly Startup Monday package.
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Plenty of technology and life science events and program deadlines are coming up across North Carolina in December. Several events will be held in person or in a hybrid format, while many others remain virtual.
Building on WRAL TechWire’s ongoing work tracking essential events and deadlines across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in December 2023:
Tech Slam ‘N Eggs
Dec. 1, 8-9:30 a.m. @Flywheel Coworking Concord (& online)
This hybrid event will feature three to four software developers presenting their tech stacks, their insights and any challenges they overcame. This month’s event will take place live in Concord, with virtual sessions at Flywheel Coworking’s Winston-Salem and Greenville locations.
Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives
Dec. 1, 8:30-10 a.m. @Umstead Hotel & Spa
Raleigh Chamber’s next C-Suite Perspectives event will feature Greg Clark, executive vice president of Americas at INEOS Automotive. Note: This event is exclusive to Raleigh Chamber members.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
Dec. 1, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar gives participants an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
All Blue 201
Dec. 5, 1-3 p.m. @UNCW CIE (& online)
This workshop will cover aspects of the blue economy and the influence of relevant initiatives in North Carolina and beyond.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
Dec. 5, 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.
Southeast Renewable Energy Summit
Dec. 5–7 @Sheraton Charlotte Hotel
The Southeast Renewable Energy Summit returns to Charlotte this year, convening state policymakers, business leaders, utility executives and renewable energy companies across the region.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Dec. 6, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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
Dec. 6, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
Dec. 6, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Dec. 6, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& 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
Dec. 6, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
1 Million Cups RTP
Dec. 6, 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.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grants
Dec. 6, 12 p.m.
For its Flash Grant program, the North Carolina Biotech Center is looking for innovative life science technology ideas with commercial potential. Up to $20,000 may be requested. Awards will be announced in February 2024.
Raleigh Founded Roundtable
Dec. 6, 12-1 p.m. @Raleigh Founded Gateway
Raleigh Founded will host a roundtable discussion on how to manage grief during the holidays.
How to Scale Your Business
Dec. 6, 4-6 p.m. @79 Degrees West
This workshop will present different approaches to help businesses scale their operations, boost profitability and expand into new markets.
Ultimate Marketing Toolkit: Fine-Tuning Your Marketing Strategy
Dec. 6, 6:30-8 p.m. @Wake Forest Community Library
Part of a five-session series, this workshop will help participants build a comprehensive marketing plan to bring their business to its next phase of growth.
BCVP Founders First
Dec. 6 @Carolina Theatre
Bull City Venture Partners’ Founders First event will convene hundreds of investors, entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem leaders from across the region.
Wake Tech Small Business Center Funding Masterclass
Dec. 7, 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.
On the Menu: Financing Your Company’s Growth
Dec. 8, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @The Frontier (& online)
This workshop will cover various startup funding options and tips on how to prepare for each. Note: This is a hybrid event.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
Dec. 12, 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.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Dec. 13, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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
Dec. 13, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Robeson County
Dec. 13, 8-9 a.m. @Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub
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 Fayetteville
Dec. 13, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Dec. 13, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& 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
Dec. 13, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
New Bern Avenue BRT Corridor Small Business Workshops
Dec. 14, 5:30-8 p.m. @Martin Street Baptist Church
The Raleigh Chamber Foundation, the City of Raleigh and Capitol B Creative are hosting a new event series for small businesses along the New Bern Avenue bus rapid transit route. This series will provide relevant information and resources to help businesses be successful with the new transit experience.
Application Deadline: RIoT Accelerator Program in Wilson
Dec. 15
RIoT seeks applications for its 17th cohort of the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP) in Wilson next year. The program will be held online and in person at the Gig East Exchange.
Application Deadline: RevTech Labs Accelerator
Dec. 18
Applications are open for the upcoming cohort of the RevTech Labs Accelerator, based in Charlotte. The hybrid, 12-week program targets post-revenue fintech or insurtech startups based in the U.S. or Canada.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Dec. 20, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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
Dec. 20, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
Dec. 20, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Dec. 20, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& 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
Dec. 20, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
1 Million Cups RTP
Dec. 20, 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.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Dec. 27, 7:30-9 a.m. @Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (& 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
Dec. 27, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held weekly, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Fayetteville
Dec. 27, 9 a.m. @Fayetteville Tech Community College
Entrepreneurs in Fayetteville are welcome to attend 1 Million Cups every Wednesday to present their ventures and meet other founders in the area.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Dec. 27, 9-10 a.m. @UNCW CIE (& 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
Dec. 27, 9-10 a.m. @Hatch Innovation Hub
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.
