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 state-wide events through the end of April—most have been switched to a virtual format due to coronavirus social distancing recommendations.
SBA Webinar: NC Triad Region
April 6, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The U.S. Small Business Administration and Piedmont Triad Regional Council are hosting a webinar covering the new Paycheck Protection Program and Injury Disaster Loan Program.
CloudWyze Webinar: COVID-19 & Cloud Services
April 7, 10 a.m. (online)
Wilmington-based CloudWyze is offering a no-upfront cloud migration and service/support option for businesses as more employees are working from home in the COVID-19 pandemic. Join this webinar to learn about the service.
Asheville Chamber Strategies for Business Continuity Workshop
April 7, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This webinar will show companies how to anticipate financial setbacks and come up with a strategy to handle them. The session will be led by Ken Kaplan of Kaplan CFO Solutions and Ursula Jorch of Work Alchemy.
Webinar: HUB Certification Outreach Training
April 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Join the NC HUB Office, Access Center for Equity + Success and Piedmont Business Capital for a virtual workshop on the HUB certification process.
Webinar: Business Success Workshop
April 7, 2-3 p.m. (online)
This webinar will cover key strategies for marketing, social media and time management for small business owners and startup founders.
Coding & Careers with BLKTECH and Flatiron
April 7, 6-7:30 (online)
Flatiron School and BLKTECHCLT are hosting a webinar covering coding and career development. Participants will learn the basic concepts of HTML and CSS, as well as how to stand out on LinkedIn.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
April 8, 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.
Charlotte PitchBreakfast: Pitch Your Pivot Challenge
April 8, 8:45-10-15 a.m. (online)
At this special virtual edition of Charlotte PitchBreakfast, local companies will pitch how they’re finding creative ways to pivot in a crisis. A winner will receive up to $5,000 in funding.
1 Million Cups Asheville
April 8, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
NC TECH Webinar: Economic Update
April 8, 10-11 a.m. (online)
In this webinar, NC TECH will facilitate a discussion with NC State economist Dr. Michael Walden on the economic impact of COVID-19.
Innovation in Crisis Leadership Seminar & Problem-Solving Workshop
April 8, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (online)
In this virtual workshop, participants will collaborate with others in imagining their future and mapping out a plan to make their ideas come to fruition.
Larger Than Life Science: Advancing Gene Therapy
April 8, 3-3:45 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 gene therapy technology.
Larger Than Life Science: Discovery & Development
April 8, 4-4:45 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 bringing gene therapy products to market.
Packard Place Public House
April 8, 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.
Here To Help: Local Business Virtual Conference Series
April 9, 2-3 p.m. (online)
Capitol Broadcasting Company and WRAL are Here to Help our local businesses. Tune in to get advice from industry experts and hear ideas from other local business owners. More coverage here.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
April 9, 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.
Ellevate Charlotte: Sip & See (Southpark)
April 9, 6-8 p.m. @Rooster’s Southpark
The Charlotte chapter of the Ellevate network is hosting a casual social for both members and non-members.
Ellevate Charlotte: Sip & See (Cornelius)
April 9, 6-8 p.m. @D9 Brewing Company
The Charlotte chapter of the Ellevate network is hosting a casual social for both members and non-members in Cornelius.
Remote Workshops & Collaboration Best Practices
April 10, 12 p.m. (online)
Skookum Charlotte’s next tech talk will cover the best ways for businesses to adapt to remote work.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
