May calendar countdown: Previewing events, webinars, application deadlines

Plenty of technology and life science events and deadlines are on tap for May.

If you’re interested in events coming up in the immediate future, check out our two-part list of…

These columns accompany our interactive calendar, along with a comprehensive resource package for startups in the Triangle.

Keeping up with WRAL TechWire’s ongoing initiative to track events happening across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in May:

May 2-8

The Triangle Small Business Week will feature a selection of events to support the region’s small businesses.

Raleigh Chamber Economic Development Summit 2021

May 4, 9-11:30 a.m. (online)

Raleigh Chamber’s Economic Development Summit will feature industry experts and thought leaders discussing what’s next for Raleigh and Wake County in terms of growth, talent, innovation, and more.

NCDOR: Sales & Use Tax Workshop

May 4, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is hosting a webinar covering the basics of sales and use tax obligations.

May 5, 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

May 5, 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.

Flywheel Jumpstart: Networking Using LinkedIn

May 5, 8:30-9:30 a.m. (online and in-person)

This month, Flywheel Coworking’s Jumpstart series will focus on the different ways you can network on LinkedIn. (This is a hybrid event, offering online and in-person options.)

1 Million Cups Wilmington

May 5, 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

May 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.

Spotlight on Business & Nonprofit Resources to Help You Succeed

May 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (online)

Forsyth Tech’s Small Business Center and the Winston Salem Forsyth County Public Library are hosting a virtual event series (held every Wednesday) featuring free library resources that nonprofits can use to research competition, find trends in their industry, and identify sales prospects and sources of supply.

Virtual L&L: Digital Twins

May 5, 1-2 p.m. (online)

This virtual lunch and learn will feature an introduction to different concepts related to digital twins. The session will be led by Zeydy Ortiz and Rob Montalvo, the co-founders of DataCrunch Lab.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

May 7, 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.

Raleigh Chamber Coffee with Leaders

May 7, 9-10 a.m. (online)

Raleigh Chamber’s next Coffee with Leaders event will feature Patrick Rodriguez, a senior area manager with the Small Business Administration, who will discuss new PPP loan guidance and additional programs and resources for small businesses.

Triangle Tech Net

May 7, 11:30 a.m. (online)

This free bi-monthly event offers a space for local tech professionals to build connections and find potential job opportunities.

NC Chamber Energy Summit

May 11, 8:15-11:30 a.m. (online)

NC Chamber’s annual Energy Summit will feature industry leaders discussing the trends, challenges and innovations impacting energy strategy and economic climate.

Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session

May 11, 5:30-8:30 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 every two weeks on Tuesdays.

Triangle Biotech Tuesday

May 11, 6-7:30 p.m.

Triangle Biotech Tuesday is a monthly meetup that connects scientific professionals across the RTP/greater Triangle area. Join for food, drinks and networking with professionals from different industries. The group meets on the second Tuesday of every month.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

May 12, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

May 12, 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

May 12, 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

May 12, 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

May 12, 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.

Spotlight on Business & Nonprofit Resources to Help You Succeed

May 12, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (online)

Packard Place Public House

May 12, 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.

NC TECH 2021 State of Technology Conference

May 12-13 (online)

This year’s State of Technology conference will center on the intersection of customer, employee and user experiences—otherwise known as the Total Experience (TX). Join for keynotes, panels, a startup pitch competition, an exhibit showcase and more.

Cary Chamber Small Business Excellence Awards

May 13, 11 a.m. (online)

Cary Chamber’s annual Small Business Excellence Awards honors local companies that make an impact on the business community and the people they work with.

Electrification 2021

May 17-20 (online)

The Electric Power Research Institute’s Electrification 2021 International Conference & Exposition will be held online in three parts. This session will cover decarbonization, affordability and productivity.

Application Deadline: UNC TraCS $2,000 Pilot Grant Program

May 18

UNC’s North Carolina Translational and Clinical Sciences Institute (NC TraCS) offers $2,000 grants to support researchers as they move forward with innovative studies and research projects. Submissions are accepted every month.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

May 19, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

May 19, 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

May 19, 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

May 19, 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.

Life Sciences / Biopharma Hiring Event

May 19, 9:45 a.m. – 3 p.m. (online)

NCBiotech’s Veterans Outreach Program and North Carolina for Military Employment (NC4ME) are running a virtual hiring event open to all veterans, transitioning service members, guard/reserve and military spouses. Jobseekers will be able to meet face-to-face with hiring managers and recruiters.

Spotlight on Business & Nonprofit Resources to Help You Succeed

May 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (online)

Virtual L&L: IP on a Budget

May 19, 1-2 p.m. (online)

This virtual lunch and learn will cover various budget-friendly IP options. The session will be led by Michael Steel and Igor Ozeruga of Tarolli Law.

Application Deadline: NCBiotech Small Business Research Loan

May 21

NCBiotech’s Small Business Research Loan provides $75,000 to $250,000 in funding to support early-stage life science companies in North Carolina. Pre-applications are due on May 21.

Application Deadline: NCBiotech Strategic Growth Loan

May 21

NCBiotech’s Strategic Growth Loan program provides funding to North Carolina life science companies to reach specific milestones enabling them to secure future funding or commercialize their products. Pre-applications are due on May 21.

Application Deadline: Betsy Y. Justus NC TECH Founders Scholarship

May 21

Established in memory of NC TECH’s founding CEO, the Betsy Y. Justus Founders Scholarship supports two young women as they enter academic and career paths in technology or engineering. Two selected students will receive $4,000 and a Lenovo computer.

10th Annual NC Renewable Ocean Energy Symposium

May 24-25 (online)

Hosted by the North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program, this virtual two-day event will feature a student poster contest, small group breakout sessions, keynote presentations, and more.

Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session

May 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (online)

Downtown Techies Happy Hours @Midtown

May 25, 7-9 p.m. @Fox and Hound

Bring your ideas and opinions to the next Midtown Techies meetup. Events are held on the last Tuesday of every month.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

May 26, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

May 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

May 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.

1 Million Cups RTP

May 26, 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.