Triangle headliners: Equitable Hiring Forum, Bunker Brews, 5 application deadlines & more in Dec.

WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest and greatest meetups, summits and conferences, workshops and all things happening in the North Carolina startup world. “The Headliners” is a two-part weekly roundup of noteworthy upcoming events to add to your calendar.

Here’s our lineup of Triangle events happening in December, including some conferences and summits, a handful of lunch and learns, several educational workshops and plenty of networking. The roundup also features application deadlines for accelerators, competitions and other programs.

To find out what’s happening in cities outside of the Triangle, check out part two of the “Headliners” column.

Another post highlights events in January. Monthly meetups that occur on a regular basis are listed in full here. And, we made a special holiday events guide for this festive season.

Check out a full range of events on TechWire’s interactive calendar for more. If you would like an event to be added to the calendar and weekly roundup, feel free to send me an email.

NCTERMS Annual Conference 2018

December 10, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Duke Fitzpatrick Center

This event features a keynote from Dr. Krishnendu Roy, director of the National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies at Georgia Tech, plus talks from other invited speakers.

Energy & Cleantech Opportunities in India

December 10, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @RTI International Campus

Local companies are invited to join this free seminar to learn how they can take advantage of the opportunities India offers. Speakers include Sham Shamsudeen, energy specialist for the U.S. Embassy in India, Vikram Rao, RTI International COO advisor and director of the Research Triangle Energy Consortium, along with representatives from the Department of Commerce, the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster and the Economic Development Partnership of NC.

LaunchCARY Info Session

December 10, 12-1 p.m. @Wake Tech Western Wake Campus

LaunchCARY, a program co-organized by Dorcas Ministries, Rotary Clubs of Cary and Wake Tech, aims to offer classes geared toward anyone who is interested in starting their own business or for existing business owners seeking help. Classes begin January 28, 2019. Join this info session to learn more about the program and how to apply.

UNC Institute for the Environment Breakfast

December 11, 9:30-10:30 a.m. @Institute for the Environment

The UNC Institute for the Environment’s next breakfast meeting features a presentation on funding opportunities at the National Science Foundation with Andrew George, community engagement coordinator of UNC’s Environmental Resource Program, and Kurt Thurber, proposal manager and technical editor at the Institute for the Environment.

Mobile Technology in the Treatment of Addiction

December 11, 12-1 p.m. @Duke Trent Hall, Room 040

Duke’s Mobile App Gateway is hosting a group of clinician researchers for a discussion on how technology can be used to treat different types of addiction and addiction-prone behaviors. Speakers include Devon Noonan of Duke’s School of Nursing, and Dr. Eric Elbogen, Dr. Francis Joseph McClernon and Dr. Matthew Engelhard of Duke Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

RTCC Cleantech Innovators’ Networking

December 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Jordan Lake Brewing Company

The Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster is hosting a holiday gathering to celebrate the Triangle’s progress in cleantech this year. Complimentary beverage and hors d’oeuvres included.

TREX Holiday Party

December 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @WeWork, Downtown Durham

Join The Revenue Exchange for its year-end holiday celebration. Drinks and food will be provided.

Code for Durham: Semi-Annual Social

December 11, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @Bull City Ciderworks

Join Code for Durham for the group’s semi-annual social. Regulars, friends and newbies are welcome.

Intro to Python: Build a Predictive Model

December 11, 6:30-8 p.m. @The Nest

Join Thinkful for an interactive beginner’s workshop on the fundamentals of Python through predictive modelling.

Monthly COINversation

December 12, 7:30-9:30 a.m. @Cafe Carolina & Bakery in Cary

In this monthly networking event, participants can meet and connect with other entrepreneurs and companies in the science and technology space.

2018 LAS Research Symposium

December 12, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. @James B. Hunt Jr. Library

Join NC State’s Laboratory for Analytic Sciences (LAS) for a day-long event that convenes academics, industry leaders, small businesses and startup partners for discussion and collaboration on topics related to data analytics, analysis and interdisciplinary approaches.

1 Million Cups RTP

December 12, 9-10 a.m. @The Frontier

Research Triangle Park, in partnership with Kauffman Labs, hosts regular informal pitch events for the startup community at The Frontier. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial community support as Phoenix Foot Health, developer of foot/calf stretching device DorsiFLEX, delivers a presentation.

SBIR/STTR Seminar for Science & Tech Startups

December 12, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. @NCCU

Hosted by First Flight Venture Center’s LiftOff program, this event is part of a series of upcoming training sessions covering SBIR/STTR grant programs for entrepreneurs.

Equitable Hiring Forum

December 12, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Durham County Human Services

NC Commerce, through its Reentry Initiative, is hosting a discussion on how businesses can benefit from equitable hiring practices.

Business Platitudes Made Real through Entrepreneur Stories

December 12, 2-3 p.m.

This 45-minute webinar features the real-world experiences, stories and lessons of three NC State alumni entrepreneurs.

Minority & Women-Owned Enterprise Small Business Expo

December 12, 4-6 p.m. @Southeast Raleigh High School

Join Raleigh’s Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program and network with local and state procurement agencies and prime contractors searching for certified minority and women-owned businesses.

NC TECH CIO Reception

December 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Hawkins-Hartness House

Local CIOs and IT leaders are invited to enjoy networking and catered food at a holiday gathering at downtown Raleigh’s historic Hawkins-Hartness House. This event is only open to NC TECH members. Tickets are free.

WIB-RTP: Celebrate 2018 & Get a Sneak Peak of 2019

December 12, 6-8 p.m. @RTP HQ

Women in Bio-RTP invites the community to an evening of networking, appetizers and drinks to celebrate the holidays and the past year’s successes. WIB will also introduce some of its 2019 initiatives.

All Things Open RTP Meetup

December 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @The Frontier

The next All Things Open RTP Meetup features a presentation from Peter Zaitzev, author and CEO of Percona, on choosing an open source database.

AMA Triangle Luncheon

December 13, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Brier Creek Country Club

At AMA Triangle’s next luncheon, market research expert Scott Seidewitz of The Seidewitz Group will share best-practices for managing insights in your organization.

4th Annual RTP Mistletoe Market

December 13, 4-7 p.m. @The Frontier

Shop local for the holidays at this market featuring the products of artisans in the Triangle. Code The Dream, a Durham-based tech education program, will receive 15 percent of the profits.

GrepBeat December Happy Hour

December 13, 5-7 p.m. @Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub

GrepBeat is hosting local tech entrepreneurs and friends of the startup community for an evening of drinks, connections and good conversation at Bull McCabe’s.

Ask The Expert: HR & Recruiting Q&A for Small Businesses

December 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @Momentum Learning

At this informative event, TriNet‘s HR expert and Jake Shepherd, a local talent expert, will present HR best-practices and answer participants’ questions about recruiting, hiring and managing employees. TriNet will donate a portion of the beer tab to the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Eastern North Carolina.

RTP AITP Holiday Party 2018

December 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @NCSU Club

Join the Triangle chapter of CompTIA AITP for a recap of this year’s membership growth and accomplishments, a festive dinner, plenty of networking and the installation of the chapter’s 2019 officers. Guests are welcome to attend.

Get Found on Google for Free

December 13, 6-8 p.m. @Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center

At this workshop, participants will learn cost-effective search engine traffic strategies.

Unleashing an Entrepreneurial Mindset Across NC

December 13, 6-8:30 p.m. @Museum of Life and Science

NC IDEA is launching a special initiative with the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program (IHEP). At this event, Gary Schoeniger, ELI founder and co-author of IHEP, and Thom Ruhe, CEO of NC IDEA, will discuss the program’s potential for economic impact, community deployments and leveraging the effort statewide.

Application Deadline: ReCONNECT Call for Communities

December 13

The Institute for Emerging Issues is putting out a call for communities to participate in its second forum in the ReCONNECT NC series, ReCONNECT Rural and Urban, taking place February 11 in Raleigh.

C-Suite Perspectives, Feat. Jesse Lipson

December 14, 7:30-9 a.m. @Umstead Hotel & Spa

Raleigh Chamber’s C-Suite Perspectives series returns in December with a talk from serial entrepreneur Jesse Lipson, who will share insights learned along his business journey.

Triangle Tech Net

December 14, 7:30-10 a.m. @Family Legacy Financial Solutions

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

Application Deadline: UNC Entrepreneurs Lab

December 14

UNC’s Entrepreneurs Lab course guides students through the process of turning their ideas into viable businesses, working directly with thought leaders and founders within the university.

Application Deadline: Sports Tank Innovation Studio

December 15

This program offers mentorship, access to investors and industry executives, and exposure to athletes, brands and influencers—all culminating in an intensive bootcamp in Charlotte and a NBA All-Star Demo Day. Startups will be selected in January and will not have to relocate to participate in the program.

NC State Entrepreneurship Start Here Mondays

December 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. @NCSU Innovation Hall

DC, the manager of the eGarage startup space, will be open on Mondays to meet with students and answer any questions they have about entrepreneurship and launching a venture at NC State.

NC IDEA Investment Crowdfunding Grant Webinar

December 17, 1-2 p.m.

NC IDEA is hosting a webinar to spread the details about its new Investment Crowdfunding Grant, which offers up to $5,000 to help companies expand their businesses using the Localstake NC investment crowdfunding platform. Join NC IDEA, alongside Localstake Founder Ryan Flynn and Mark Easley of CrowdfundNC.com, to hear more about the program and how to apply. Applications are due on January 28.

Transform Your Business into a Money-Making Machine

December 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center

In this workshop, serial entrepreneur Damon Yudichak, MBA CPA will guide participants through the GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) formula and apply profit-maximizing strategies to their businesses.

Application Deadline: Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project

December 17

Cleantech innovators are encouraged to apply for the first in three consecutive rounds of funding allocations under the Clean Fuel Advanced Technology (CFAT) project, funded by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

IoT Student Showcase

December 18 in Raleigh

This event, co-hosted by RIoT and NC State, spotlights eight teams of graduate student engineers, designers and MBA students who’ve worked for four months on building startup concepts.

Bunker Brews: Helping Vetrepreneurs Sell More Consumer Products

December 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Loading Dock Raleigh

Bunker Labs Raleigh-Durham has lined up a panel of product entrepreneurs and veterans who will share their paths to commercializing and marketing their products. The panelists include Rob Campbell, author of It’s Personal, Not Personnel: Leadership Lessons from the Battlefield and the Boardroom, Philip Freeman, founder of Loading Dock Raleigh and Murphy’s Naturals, and Jessica Harris, founder of K9 Salute.

ImBlackInTech Monthly Mixer Series

December 18, 6-7:30 p.m. @American Underground

ImBlackInTech’s monthly mixer event convenes the local entrepreneurial community in support of the growth of founders and professionals of color in the Triangle’s tech startup ecosystem. More coverage here.

Where Are They Now: Momentum Graduates Share Their Stories

December 18, 6-8 p.m. @Momentum Learning, Durham

At Momentum Learning’s end-of-the-year meetup, the program’s graduates will present their final projects and share what they’re working on now.

Data Science Your Vacation Workshop

December 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @The Nest

In this workshop, presented by Thinkful, participants will use hotel reviews to build a predictive model determining their next vacation destination.

NCBiotech PopUp

December 19, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. @The Frontier

Twice a month, members of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center team will set up shop at the Frontier to share how they can help give your bioscience business the advantage.

Digital Health Happy Hour: Festive Celebration

December 19, 5-7 p.m. @Bluedoor Cafe

At this free networking event, attendees can enjoy some local craft beer with DHIT in celebration of the organization’s 2018 milestones and contributions to North Carolina’s digital health sector.

Explore GitHub with Tech Talent South

December 19, 6-7:30 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join Tech Talent South Raleigh for a collaborative workshop all about GitHub and how to use it to your advantage.

Triangle TechBreakfast

December 20, 8-10 a.m. @RTP Headquarters

Developers, designers, startups and tech enthusiasts are invited to join this monthly meetup for free networking over breakfast, plus a series of showcase presentations.

RIoT Lunch & Learn: Get Your Motor Running

December 20, 12-1 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Jeff Hill and Danny Newman of Arrow Electronics will present a lunch & learn on the tools and software needed to develop a proof of concept motor control system.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA LABS

December 24

NC IDEA LABS is a four-week intensive program that helps startup founders with customer discovery, validation and product-market fit for their ventures. The first cohort of the 2019 LABS program starts January 28. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on December 24.