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.
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 February events. 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 January—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
NCBiotech Animal Health & Nutrition Virtual Forum
January 11, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
NCBiotech’s next Animal Health & Nutrition Forum will cover how scientists are developing new molecular assays for disease diagnostic and prognostic applications in veterinary medicine.
Application Deadline: 2021 Capital Connects Pitches
January 11
Launch Greensboro’s annual Capital Connects program will return virtually in March. Local companies are invited to apply to pitch in the program.
Find Funding for Your Nonprofit
January 12, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (online)
In this virtual event, Forsyth Tech’s Small Business Center will show nonprofit organizations how to use Foundation Directory Online to research potential funding.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
January 12, 5:30-7 p.m. (online)
Flywheel is hosting a five-week educational program covering management and operations for startup founders and C-suite employees. The course is tailored toward startups that have raised funding and are ready to scale their business operations.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
January 13, 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
January 13, 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 Robeson County
January 13, 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 Wilmington
January 13, 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.
PitchBreakfast: Quarterly IDEA Fund Pitch
January 13, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
IDEA PITCH is a quarterly version of the monthly PitchBreakfast series, which includes panel participation from prominent North Carolina-based VC firm IDEA Fund Partners. The format of this quarterly series will remain the same as any other PitchBreakfast event, except entrepreneurs deliver a two-minute elevator pitch instead of a full presentation.
Business & Nonprofit Resources to Help You Succeed
January 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (online)
Forsyth Tech’s Small Business Center is hosting an event featuring free library resources that nonprofits can use to research competition, find trends in their industry, and identify sales prospects and sources of supply.
Spring 2021 Kinetic Creative Bootcamp Info Session
January 13, 12 p.m. (online)
Winston-Salem’s Center for Creative Economy is welcoming applicants for the next cohort of its Kinetic Creative Bootcamp, a four-week business development program for creatives. Learn more about the program and how to apply at this virtual info session (one of many in January). Applications close on Jan. 31.
National AgTech Forum
January 13, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
The North Carolina Biotechnology Center, together with AgLaunch and AgStart, is hosting a series of monthly events with experts sharing their perspectives on key agtech industry topics. This month’s event will feature two robotics startup founders discussing robotics in agricultural applications.
synerG January On Tap
January 13, 6-7 p.m. (online)
synerG and Greensboro Jaycees are hosting a free virtual networking event to convene Greensboro-area young professionals.
Cyber Security Network: Where Are Your Risk Factors in Today’s Environment?
January 14, 9 a.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual panel discussion with tech and cybersecurity leaders sharing how companies and organizations can safeguard their networks and data, while also managing remote devices.
Lunch & Learn: Financial Planning for 2021
January 14, 12-1 p.m. (online)
synerG is hosting an informative virtual lunch and learn covering financial planning, led by financial advisor Brandon Hunter.
Hub & Spoke: Mbye Njie, Davidson ’04, Founder of Legal Equalizer
January 15, 12-1 p.m. (online)
The first episode in The Hurt Hub@Davidson’s new Hub & Spoke series will feature a virtual interview with Mbye Njie, a Davidson College alum and CEO and founder of Legal Equalizer App.
Asheville Chamber Town Hall: Latest COVID Advice for Employers
January 14, 2-3 p.m. (online)
This virtual event hosted by the Asheville Chamber will feature important information for employers, including PPP eligibility updates, vaccines for employees, and more.
Myths About Hiring Tech Talent
January 15, 12-1 p.m. (online)
Tech Talent South Charlotte is hosting a panel of industry experts to discuss myths about hiring a tech workforce.
Application Deadline: NC IDEA Internship For Under-Represented Student Entrepreneurs
January 15
The NC IDEA Foundation is offering a paid summer internship program for under-represented students, with the goal of helping to create a more diverse group of future entrepreneurs. Interested applicants have until Jan. 15 to submit a resume and cover letter.
Application Deadline: Accelerate 2021
January 15
Forsyth Tech Community College’s Small Business Center is kicking off a new business accelerator program on Feb. 1. Accelerate 2021 includes multiple mentoring sessions focused on areas such as cash flow projections, business and marketing plans, and customer transactions.
Application Deadline: NC Rural Center Homegrown Leaders Training
January 15
North Carolina Rural Center’s Homegrown Leaders training program, held virtually from Feb. 24 to Feb. 26, aims to support community leaders who are working to build regional collaboration across North Carolina. Eligible counties include Cumberland, Duplin, Harnett, Johnston, Jones, Onslow, Sampson and Wayne.
Talent Network: Not All Digital Transformations Are Created Equal
January 19, 9 a.m. (online)
NC TECH’s next Talent Network event will cover digital transformation strategies for businesses in 2020 and 2021.
NC TECH Virtual Workshop: Advancing Your Cybersecurity
January 19, 12-1 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting an interactive discussion on how businesses and organizations can leverage the 208-M State Contract to advance their cloud, endpoint and XDR security.
NC TECH Government Vendor Network
January 19, 3-4 p.m. (online)
NC TECH’s Government Vendor Network is a forum for member companies that are interested in doing business with state government.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
January 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (online)
Flywheel is hosting a five-week educational program covering management and operations for startup founders and C-suite employees. The course is tailored toward startups that have raised funding and are ready to scale their business operations.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
January 20, 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
January 20, 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.
Winston Starts Investor Forum 2021
January 20, 9 a.m. (online)
Winston Starts is hosting a virtual pitch event where four local startups will present their products/services to a panel of investors from across the country.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
January 20, 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.
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance Power of Women Virtual Luncheon
January 20, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (online)
The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is hosting a virtual luncheon to discuss time management and work-life balance while working remotely and in-person.
Spring 2021 Kinetic Creative Bootcamp Info Session
January 20, 12 p.m. (online)
Winston-Salem’s Center for Creative Economy is welcoming applicants for the next cohort of its Kinetic Creative Bootcamp, a four-week business development program for creatives. Learn more about the program and how to apply at this virtual info session (one of many in January). Applications close on Jan. 31.
Packard Place Public House
January 20, 5:15-6:30 p.m. (online)
Every two weeks, Charlotte’s entrepreneurial community joins together virtually for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.
Apparo CIO Insights Forum Series
January 20, 5 p.m. (online)
From September 2020 to May 2021, Apparo will host a series of five forums featuring tech leaders discussing trending topics, business challenges and best practices for CIOs and other IT professionals.
Women in Tech: How To Get Where You Want To Be
January 22, 12-1 p.m. (online)
The next event in Skookum’s Women in Tech series will feature three technology leaders for a discussion about how women at all professional levels can evolve their careers and industry. Speakers include Lisa Farmer of Bank of America, Diamond Nurse of Diamond MINE Social Media Management Company, and Robin Pugh of DarkTower.
NC IDEA Spring 2021 Grants Information Session
January 22, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)
Join NC IDEA for a virtual information session about the upcoming round of SEED and MICRO grants. Applications for the spring 2021 grants cycle open on Feb. 1 and close on March 1.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop Led by Dan Roselli
January 25-29 (online)
In this multi-day virtual event, Dan Roselli of Packard Place will lead participants through the tools and techniques introduced by Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
NC TECH Department of Defense Cybersecurity Regulations Workshop
January 26, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
In this NC TECH webinar, IT and cybersecurity leaders will learn about how to comply with new cybersecurity regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Defense.
Western Regional Leadership & Capacity Building Info Session
January 26, 2-3 p.m. (online)
This year, the NC Rural Center will launch its Western Regional Leadership and Capacity Building Initiative, supported by funding from the Golden LEAF Foundation. Join this info session to learn more about the program and how to get involved.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
January 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (online)
Flywheel is hosting a five-week educational program covering management and operations for startup founders and C-suite employees. The course is tailored toward startups that have raised funding and are ready to scale their business operations.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
January 27, 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
January 27, 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.
2021 Outlook for Tech
January 27, 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (online)
NC TECH’s 2021 Outlook for Tech event will center around the theme: “So…What’s Next?” The program will include executive briefing presentations, the release of the NC STIR 2021 report, tech talks, CIO panel discussions and a preview of NC TECH’s next year or programming.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
January 27, 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.
Spring 2021 Kinetic Creative Bootcamp Info Session
January 27, 12 p.m. (online)
Winston-Salem’s Center for Creative Economy is welcoming applicants for the next cohort of its Kinetic Creative Bootcamp, a four-week business development program for creatives. Learn more about the program and how to apply at this virtual info session (one of many in January). Applications close on Jan. 31.
NC Rural Center REDI 30 Year Celebration
January 27, 4-5 p.m. (online)
In this virtual event, the North Carolina Rural Center will celebrate the impact of its Rural Economic Development Institute leadership initiative.
Asheville Chamber WomanUP Celebration
January 28, 8:30-10:30 a.m. (online)
Asheville Chamber is kicking off 2021 with a virtual celebration of local women leaders. A keynote presentation and a series of awards will be presented.
Public Health Genomics in Action
January 28, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
In this virtual event, Sara Imhof of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center will discuss the NC Precision Health Collaborative, a public-private initiative to advance precision health through innovation and partnership.
Greensboro Chamber Annual Meeting
January 28, 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (online)
Greensboro Chamber’s 2021 Annual Meeting will convene local business and civic leaders from a variety of companies and organizations. This year’s event will feature Greensboro filmmaker Harvey Robinson, who will highlight stories of community collaboration in 2020.
BioGrow: Training & Education Across North Carolina
January 28, 12:30-5 p.m. (online)
This virtual event will feature panels of students, hiring managers and training institutions discussing careers in biopharma manufacturing.
Application Deadline: Cabarrus Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Spark Grants
January 31
The Flywheel Foundation and the Cabarrus Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship are offering $5,000 grants to companies based in or adding jobs to Cabarrus County. Grant recipients can also use the Cabarrus Center’s coworking space at no charge for six months.
Application Deadline: Center for Creative Economy’s Kinetic Creative Boot Camp
January 31
Winston-Salem’s Center for Creative Economy is accepting applications for its spring 2021 Kinetic Creative Bootcamp, a four-week business development program for creatives.
