Plenty of technology and life science events and deadlines are on tap for April, and we suggest you pencil them into your calendar soon.

If you’re interested in events coming up in the immediate future, check out our roundup of March events in the Triangle and in other metros across North Carolina.

These columns accompany our interactive calendar, along with a list of Triangle meetups.

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

Climate City Expo

March 29 – April 7

Climate City Expo (or CCx) is a multi-part, 10-day celebration of Asheville’s creativity, innovation and dedication to climate change awareness. (More coverage here.)

CCx: NextGen

April 1, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. @The Collider

An opportunity for two- and four-year undergraduate students to connect with climate science professionals and learn more about the field. They can also present their own solutions at a business case competition. CCx: NextGen is the student conference track of Climate City Expo.

On the Menu: Practicing Effective Video for Business

April 1, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Frontier 600

In RTP Frontier’s next “On the Menu” workshop, Justin Plant and Ben Oliver of Storyboard Media will explain how to practice effective video for business.

Plant Molecular Biology Consortium Seminar Series

April 1, 4-6 p.m. @NC Biotech Center

This month’s Plant Molecular Biology Consortium event features a presentation from Dr. Ottoline Leyser of the University of Cambridge.

A Conversation with Bill Nye: EXTREME Weather

April 1, 7-9 p.m. @Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, Asheville

This track of Asheville’s 10-day Climate City Expo is headlined by famous science communicator Bill Nye. He and WBEZ Chicago NERDette podcast host Greta Johnsen will discuss the climate science implications of extreme weather. This talk is intended for middle schoolers and beyond.

Application Deadline: Asheville Impact Micro-Grant

April 1

Venture Asheville’s new Asheville Impact Micro-Grant program offers $5,000 to early-stage startups through a community-sourced donations process. More details here.

Net Inclusion 2019

April 1-3 @Harris Conference Center

This event welcomes digital inclusion practitioners, advocates, academics, internet service providers and policymakers to discuss policies impacting digital equity, support of digital inclusion programs, best practices and more.

CCx: Business

April 2-3 @The Collider

This two-day conference brings together professionals, climate scientists, entrepreneurs, investors and business executives for networking, presentations, panels and a pitch showcase featuring local startups. CCx: Business is the business conference track of Climate City Expo.

Rural IT Sourcing & Innovative Job Creating Initiatives

April 2, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Packard Place

Join NC TECH to learn about RadixBay and its initiatives and programs in North Carolina.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

April 2, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Emerging Biotechnologies in Agriculture

April 2, 5:30-8 p.m. @NC State Hunt Library

Join Triangle BABCNC and NC State’s Genetic Engineering and Society Center to discuss the GMO debate in the U.S. and Europe, and the genetic approaches to agricultural pest management and crop science.

GTM Forum: Grid Edge East 2019

April 3 @Duke Fuqua School of Business

Join Greentech Media and forward-thinking utilities at the center of grid digitalization for a day of discussion about the latest advancements in distribution innovation along the East Coast.

1 Million Cups CLT

April 3, 8:30-10 a.m.

Held every month, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community. Free coffee is included.

Becoming an Investor Ready Entrepreneur

April 3, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Center for Engineering Technologies, Hickory

In this full-day educational event, entrepreneurs will learn how to understand the investment process and find out what investors are looking for. These insights will help participants prep for raising capital with an insider’s perspective in mind.

Startup Legal 201

April 3, 5:30-7 p.m. @Carolina Coworking

In this workshop, Innovate Capital Law Co-Founder Benji Taylor Jones will share capital raising strategies for your startup or small business. Q&A and networking will follow.

Lulu eGames LIVE

April 3, 6-8 p.m. @NC State

At this annual event, NC State entrepreneurs compete to win $100,000 in cash prizes for the best and most innovative ideas. The 2019 program will be emcee’d by WRAL-TV anchor/reporter Renee Chou.

British Consul General Awards Dinner

April 3, 6-9 p.m. @Quail Hollow Club

Join for an evening reception with special guests, entertainment, dinner and awards as BABCNC celebrates U.S. and U.K. investment in the Carolinas.

Application Deadline: NC Biotech Center Flash Grant

April 3

For its Flash Grant program, the North Carolina Biotech Center is on the lookout for innovative life science technology ideas with early indications of commercial potential. Applications in the second cycle of the 2019 program are due April 3 at noon.

MO Summit

April 4-5 in Asheville

MO is an invitation-only event in Asheville that brings together CEOs and entrepreneurs for two days of discussion featuring a compelling lineup of business leaders.

NCEast State of the Region

April 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. @Greenville Convention Center

The annual NCEast State of the Region, hosted by the North Carolina Eastern Alliance, is a day of talks and sessions discussing the economic state of eastern North Carolina.

Larger Than Life Science

April 4, 4-7 p.m. @The Chesterfield

Meet fellow entrepreneurs, get tips on growing your company and network with fellow members of the life science community at the Larger Than Life Science events series, presented by LaunchBio. Entrance is free-of-charge.

Talent Jam – Work It Watauga

April 4, 5-7 p.m. @Ransom

This event features dueling open-mic pitches where Western NC-based companies looking for talent, and people that have talent, deliver alternating 60-second pitches. Networking will follow.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

April 4, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

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.

Women in Clean Energy

April 4, 6-8 p.m. @Coquette

NC Sustainable Energy Association‘s Women in Clean Energy events foster a network of support, camaraderie and opportunity for self-identifying women in North Carolina’s clean energy industry.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

April 4, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

Duke I&E Research Conference

April 4 @Duke University

This event, co-hosted by Duke I&E and UNC’s Kenan Institute for Private Enterprise, offers an opportunity for local entrepreneurship scholars to present their work, get feedback from peers, network and exchange ideas.

Triangle Tech Net

April 5, 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.

Beyond Our Beginnings: 50 Years of Bioethics Conference

April 5, 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. @Graylyn International Conference Center

Wake Forest University’s Center for Bioethics, Health and Society is hosting a one-day conference surveying the past, present and future of scholarship, practice and policy in the field of bioethics.

Healthcare AI 101 Forum

April 5, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @RTP HQ

The North Carolina Healthcare Information and Communications Alliance is hosting a discussion on AI topics including artificial intelligence vs. machine learning, AI data, clinical and operational case studies in AI, and more.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

April 5, 9-9:30 a.m.

This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.

TechWorks Grand Opening

April 5, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. @TechWorks

TechWorks is Belmont’s hub for entrepreneurship, innovation and talent growth in the Gaston County area. Upon opening, the facility will offer coworking, offices, conference and training rooms, plus an event space.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

April 5, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

HQ Community Happy Hour

April 5, 4-6 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join HQ Raleigh for community connections and networking over drinks.

North Carolina Energy Code Training

April 5 @Appalachian State Reich College of Education

This workshop, held at Appalachian State University, provides an in-depth look at the 2018 North Carolina Commercial and Residential Energy Code that went into effect January 1.

Startup Weekend Triangle: AI

April 5-7 @American Underground

The Triangle’s next Startup Weekend is an opportunity for AI developers, designers and innovators join together for 54 hours to create a concept, test it, craft a business model and pitch their demo to the audience.

WordCamp Raleigh 2019

April 6-7 @NC State College of Engineering

WordCamp Raleigh’s tenth anniversary event features two days of insight from 35 speakers over several tracks and sessions. Tickets include lunch, snacks and coffee, a commemorative t-shirt and swag.

Application Deadline: MetLife Digital Accelerator, Powered by Techstars

April 7

This Cary-based accelerator program, co-presented by MetLife and Techstars, is for startups and innovators interested in reinventing the insurance industry from any angle possible. The 2019 program starts July 15 and ends on Oct 10. (More coverage here.)

10th Annual Energy Day

April 9, 8 a.m. – April 10, 5:30 p.m. @BB&T Stadium, Greensboro

NC A&T State University’s Center for Energy Research and Technology presents its tenth annual Energy Day, featuring Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Traveling Science Fair and discussions covering renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainability, transportation and more.

Leadership Raleigh Info Session

April 9, 8:30-10 a.m. @Raleigh Chamber of Commerce

Join this info session to learn about Raleigh Chamber’s Leadership Raleigh program, the opportunities it offers and how to apply. Applications are due June 14.

UNC IE Bagel Breakfast Social

April 9, 9:30-10:30 a.m. @UNC Institute for the Environment

UNC’s Institute for the Environment hosts a monthly breakfast inviting a guest speaker to discuss their latest research and projects.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

April 9, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Personalized Medicine: Research & Adoption

April 9, 3-7 p.m. @NC Biotech Center

The North Carolina Precision Health Collaborative and the Personalized Medicine Coalition are hosting a forum exploring the policies and practices involving emerging biomedical research and how personalized medicine can improve patient outcomes and value of care.

RIoT Startup Pitch Night

April 9, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Join RIoT as the latest cohort of the 12-week RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP) competes for the coveted RIoT Championship Belt.

Open Raleigh Brigade Community Night

April 9, 6-8:30 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

The Open Raleigh Brigade is an ongoing meetup for technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers and project managers to come together to collaborate on civic projects. This event is part of a series of meetings held until June.

2019 Raleigh Legislative Visit

April 9-10 in Raleigh

Around 50 representatives of eight Western North Carolina-based regional chambers will participate in this two-day trip to Raleigh to discuss business-friendly legislation. Events include a meeting with NC House and Senate leaders, panels covering rural broadband and medical marijuana, debates between Republican and Democratic political strategists, and a reception with the Western NC delegation.

Manufacturing Summit

April 10, 7:30-11:30 a.m. @Harris Convention Center

NC Chamber’s annual Manufacturing Summit focuses on solving the needs and challenges of the state’s manufacturing community. Topics address regulatory issues, workforce solutions and other challenges impacting the industry. Breakfast is provided.

Charlotte PitchBreakfast

April 10, 8-10 a.m. @The Garage at Packard Place

Every month, a handful of Queen City-based companies headline Charlotte PitchBreakfast, pitching their products and services for a total of five minutes, after which they will answer questions from the audience and a panel of entrepreneurs and experts.

19th Annual Business Showcase

April 10, 3-7 p.m. @The Park Expo & Conference Center, Charlotte

Hosted by the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance’s Central Chapter, Greater Hospitality and Tourism Alliance and CRVA Partners in Tourism, this event is one of the Queen City’s largest B2B trade shows, with more than 150 exhibitors.

Pints & Pitches Chapel Hill

April 10, 5:30-7 p.m. @Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery

Join Chapel Hill Economic Development for appetizers and networking with local entrepreneurs, startup teams, freelancers and professionals. Attendees can also pitch their business ideas.

Marketing for Software & Product Startups

April 10, 5:30-7 p.m. @Carolina Coworking

At this workshop, Method Savvy VP of Client Services Devin Kelley will share techniques and tools early-stage companies can use to improve their marketing messaging.

FREEDM Systems Center Research Symposium

April 10-12 @NC State Hunt Library

Join researchers, students, federal agencies and industry reps at FREEDM Systems Center‘s annual symposium for an update on the trends and technologies in medium voltage power electronics, power systems, renewable energy and electric transportation technologies.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

April 11, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

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.

UNCW AI Meetup

April 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @UNCW Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Every month this meetup group joins to discuss a hot topic in the artificial intelligence space. Join to hear insights and meet others in the Wilmington AI community.

Flywheel Idea Tap @Venture Cafe

April 11, 6-7 p.m. @Venture Cafe

Flywheel is partnering with Venture Cafe this year to expand its monthly pitch event to Winston-Salem. Participating founders have seven minutes to pitch a panel of investors and get constructive feedback on their presentation.

Idea Tap Davidson

April 11, 5:30-8 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking – Davidson

Held by Flywheel at the HurtHub@Davidson once a month, the Idea Tap Davidson event series offers local entrepreneurs the opportunity to share their ideas through short pitch sessions and network with like-minded innovators in the community.

UNC 2019 Innovation Showcase

April 11, 5:30-8 p.m. @Friday Center for Continuing Education

During this showcase, Innovate Carolina will celebrate a group of 40 selected innovators as they share how they’re solving important problems and bringing new ideas to market.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

April 11, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

NC BREATHE Conference

April 11 @Cape Fear Community College Union Station

Clean Air Carolina’s annual NC BREATHE Conference includes the latest research addressing the challenges related to air pollution and its impacts on human health, the environment and the economy.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

April 12, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

CODEHQ: Tableau

April 13 @HQ Greensboro

During this two-hour course, participants will learn how to use Tableau’s visual analytics software platform.

T-REX Summit

April 15-16 @Carolina Theatre

The annual T-REX Summit provides actionable content, talks from industry leaders and networking with like-minded individuals in the sales, marketing and business professional community. Speaker lineup and agenda here.

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April 16-18 @Carolina Threatre

Spreedly is hosting a three-day conference featuring a series of keynotes and talks for payments professionals. The programming consists of an optional half-day session with Spreedly engineers and customers, then two days of events offering technical and practical insights from industry experts. Senior execs from Dropbox and Patreon are keynoting.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

April 16, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

ImBlackInTech Monthly Mixer Series

April 16, 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.

Launch Greensboro IdeaLaunch

April 17, 8-9 a.m. @Co//ab

The Triad startup community is invited to attend Launch Greensboro’s free IdeaLaunch program, which features a series of four-minute pitches from local startups, along with opportunities to network with fellow entrepreneurs and innovators in Greensboro.

Story for Startups Workshop

April 17, 2-5 p.m. @The Frontier

Local founders, C-Suite execs and marketing/communications teams: CED invites you to attend  free interactive workshop to learn how to use your story and passion to get more customers, recruit better talent and raise more capital. The program is hosted by Durham-based StoryDriven, an Emmy award-winning storytelling firm.

Ag Tech Professional Forum

April 17, 4-7 p.m. @NC Biotech Center

This event convenes local ag tech entrepreneurs, professionals and leaders for an evening of networking and engagement outside of the traditional workspace environment. The theme for the next meeting is climate change and its impacts on heat stress, circadian rhythms and gene expression in agriculture.

Digital Health Happy Hour

April 17, 5-7 p.m. @RTP HQ

DHIT’s free networking event comes to RTP Headquarters this month, featuring a talk with pop-up speaker Jacob Traverse, executive director of the Triangle Global Health Consortium. Join to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders over craft beers.

Packard Place Public House

April 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Packard Place

On the third Wednesday of every month, the Queen City’s entrepreneurial community joins together for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.

ACC InVenture Prize

April 17, 7:30-9 p.m. @Stewart Theatre

Student entrepreneurs sent by universities in the Atlantic Coast Conference will pitch their innovations at the third annual ACC InVenture Prize competition.

Triangle TechBreakfast

April 18, 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.

Center for Creative Economy ‘Swerve’

April 18, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Center for Design Innovation

This monthly lunch and learn event is an opportunity for Winston-Salem’s creative community to hear insights from guest speakers, enjoy catered lunch and network with peers.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

April 18, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

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.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

April 18, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

Triangle Tech Net

April 19, 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.

HQ Community Lunch

April 19, 12-1 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join HQ Raleigh for good food and interesting topics.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

April 19, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

NCBiotech Jobs Network: Structured Networking

April 22, 12:30-2:30 p.m. @NC Biotech Center

This event, hosted by the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, helps attendees practice and grow their networking skills and expand their professional networks.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

April 23, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Open Raleigh Brigade Community Night

April 23, 6-8:30 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

The Open Raleigh Brigade is an ongoing meetup for technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers and project managers to come together to collaborate on civic projects. This event is part of a series of meetings held until June.

Government Vendor Network

April 24, 3-5 p.m. @iCenter

NC TECH’s Government Vendor Network is a forum for member firms who have an interest in doing business with state government.

Asheville Chamber Sky High Growth Awards

April 24

In this annual program, the Asheville Chamber of Commerce honors the accomplishments of Chamber members who are leading growth in the local business community.

DIG SOUTH Tech Summit

April 24-26 @Charleston Gaillard Center

A must-attend for entrepreneurs and technology industry representatives in the South, the DIG SOUTH Tech Summit in Charleston connects leading global brands like Oracle, IBM and Salesforce to the top scalable startups in the region.

Health Care Summit

April 25, 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Sheraton Charlotte Hotel

The 8th annual Health Care Summit convenes hundreds of top executives, policymakers, consumers and business leaders from around the state and nation for an in-depth review into the current and future state of healthcare challenges and opportunities.

Winning SBIR/STTR Grants for Science & Technology Startups

April 25, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. @The Collider

Hosted by First Flight Venture Center, this half-day seminar will explain the basics of SBIR/STTR grant programs for entrepreneurs, covering the participating agencies involved, what goes into developing a proposal and how the award process works.

Skookum Volcano Tour

April 25, 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 25, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

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.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

April 25, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

Moogfest 2019

April 25-28 in Durham

Moogfest is an annual festival centered around the synthesis of music, art and technology. Programming includes live music and performances, talks, art shows and installations, keynotes, workshops, masterclasses and more. More details and lineup here.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

April 26, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

Business & The Mompreneur Dollar

April 29, 6-8 p.m. @HQ Greensboro

This event, hosted by Piedmont Business Capital, features panelists speaking about their experiences in starting and growing their mompreneur business, and how other Triad innovators can do so as well.

2019 State Energy Conference

April 30 – May 1 @McKimmon Conference & Training Center

This annual event offers actionable insight into the business of energy, technical innovation, diverse resources and industry opportunities to help drive North Carolina’s energy economy forward with national impact.

Women > A Force in Business

April 30, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. @Charlotte Convention Center

This annual event, one of NC Chamber’s largest programs, addresses the different ways to create and harness opportunities for women in North Carolina’s workforce and business community.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

April 30, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Midtown Techies: Meet Your Neighbors in Tech

April 30, 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.