Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in May. 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 June.
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 Triangle events through the end of May—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
The Future is Now: Animal Welfare in Livestock Industries
May 18, 4-5 p.m. (online)
In this free webinar, animal welfare experts will share insights on developing guidelines to improve on-farm welfare for poultry, cattle and swine.
Venture Connect Summit 2020 (Online)
May 18 (online)
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development is bringing its flagship Venture Connect Summit online—tech and life science companies will pitch their products and participate in virtual sessions in multiple installments this month. More TechWire coverage here.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
May 19, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Presented by Gig East and Fierce Female Founders and sponsored by NC IDEA, this four-week virtual program exposes participants to entrepreneurial thinking, which will help them to develop the skills and behaviors needed to succeed.
Indeavor Lunch with Eric Aft, CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank
May 19, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
Flywheel Coworking is hosting a virtual discussion with Second Harvest Food Bank CEO Eric Aft, who will share what he took away from his experience being hospitalized with COVID-19 in April.
Online Networking 101 Workshop with BLKTECHCLT
May 19, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, Flatiron School Career Coach Akpene Torku will share tips for boosting your LinkedIn profile, making connections with potential employers, and other job search best-practices.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks
May 19, 6-8 p.m. (online)
The Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs that are ready to take their ideas to the next level by getting their business up and running. Classes are held every Tuesday from May 12 to June 2.
Tech Talent South Future of Work Panel
May 19, 7-9 p.m. (online)
Tech Talent South is hosting a panel with industry experts discussing workforce trends likely to shape the future.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 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.
Virtual Tech Job Fair
May 20, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (online)
NC TECH’s Job Fair series connects local tech talent to the companies and organizations looking to hire in the community. This Spring, the event will be held online, with companies hosting “virtual hiring rooms.” More TechWire coverage here.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
May 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.
1 Million Cups Asheville
May 20, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
CLT Regional Business Alliance Power of Women Virtual Chat
May 20, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
Join the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance for a discussion on managing stress and creating work-life balance during the COVID-10 crisis.
UNCC Professional Webinar Series
May 20, 1-1:45 p.m. (online)
UNC Charlotte’s Office of Continuing Education is hosting a free webinar series on how professionals can overcome leadership challenges. This week’s topic is Coaching for Success.
Packard Place Public House
May 20, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (virtual)
On the third Wednesday of every month, the Queen City’s entrepreneurial community joins together for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.
NC4ME Virtual Employer Forum
May 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
NC4ME (North Carolina for Military Employment) is hosting a roundtable with industry experts discussing how to create and execute a successful military hiring strategy.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
May 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Presented by Gig East and Fierce Female Founders and sponsored by NC IDEA, this four-week virtual program exposes participants to entrepreneurial thinking, which will help them to develop the skills and behaviors needed to succeed.
Rural Talk: An Advocacy Speaker Series
May 21, 11 a.m. (online)
In this webinar series, leaders from public, private and nonprofit sectors will discuss key issues affecting rural communities in North Carolina. Topics include broadband, entrepreneurship, small business development, housing, water, infrastructure and more. More TechWire coverage here.
Virtual PayCLT/CFH
May 21, 5-7 p.m. (online)
The next PayCLT meetup will feature EY Managing Director Jennifer Lucas and George Throckmorton and Peter Tapling of NACHA. They’ll discuss the launch of Phixius, a blockchain platform focused on exchanging electronic payment information.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
May 21, 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.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
May 22, 12-1 p.m. (online)
UNCW’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship is hosting a weekly discussion where members of the community share their ideas for innovative products/services.
Asheville Chamber Virtual WomanUP Workshop
May 26, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
Asheville Chamber’s next WomanUP Workshop features a virtual discussion with local entrepreneurs and CEOs covering leadership, work-life balance, communication and more.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
May 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Presented by Gig East and Fierce Female Founders and sponsored by NC IDEA, this four-week virtual program exposes participants to entrepreneurial thinking, which will help them to develop the skills and behaviors needed to succeed.
Science Behind Netflix Recommendations: Intro to Data Science
May 26, 6 p.m. (online)
Join Flatiron School and BLKTECH CLT to learn about the algorithms, data science concepts and machine learning technology behind Netflix’s recommendations system.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks
May 26, 6-8 p.m. (online)
The Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a four-week business development program for entrepreneurs that are ready to take their ideas to the next level by getting their business up and running. Classes are held every Tuesday from May 12 to June 2.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
May 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 Wilmington
May 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.
1 Million Cups Asheville
May 27, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
Entrepreneurship & Education in the New Era
May 27, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
Western Governors University NC and the NC Economic Development Association are hosting a free webinar on how COVID-19 has changed the economic and academic landscape in North Carolina and beyond. Panelists include Sageworks Cofounder Brian Hamilton, WGU North Carolina Chancellor Catherine Truitt, and NCEDA Policy and Public Affairs Managing Director Lawrence Bivins.
UNCC Professional Webinar Series
May 27, 1-1:45 p.m. (online)
UNC Charlotte’s Office of Continuing Education is hosting a free webinar series on how professionals can overcome leadership challenges.
Packard Place Public House
May 27, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (virtual)
On the third Wednesday of every month, the Queen City’s entrepreneurial community joins together for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
May 28, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Presented by Gig East and Fierce Female Founders and sponsored by NC IDEA, this four-week virtual program exposes participants to entrepreneurial thinking, which will help them to develop the skills and behaviors needed to succeed.
Rural Talk: An Advocacy Speaker Series
May 28, 11 a.m. (online)
In this webinar series, leaders from public, private and nonprofit sectors will discuss key issues affecting rural communities in North Carolina. Topics include broadband, entrepreneurship, small business development, housing, water, infrastructure and more. More TechWire coverage here.
Skookum Volcano Tour
May 28, 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
May 28, 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.
NIH SBIR/STTR Proposal Development & Commercialization Strategy
May 29, 1-4:30 p.m. (online)
The NC Small Business and Technology Development Center is hosting a SBIR/STTR workshop for university faculty who are developing proposals for the program.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
May 29, 12-1 p.m. (online)
UNCW’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship is hosting a weekly discussion where members of the community share their ideas for innovative products/services.
Application Deadline: New Ventures Accelerator [EXTENDED]
May 31
New Ventures is currently accepting applicants for its latest accelerator cohort. Companies accepted into the three-month program receive a residency at Flywheel Coworking, acceptance into Winston Starts’ Explore Program, mentorship, and access to top investors in the Triad and beyond. The accelerator culminates in a competition where an average of $50,000 in funding is awarded per startup. (NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 crisis, New Ventures has rescheduled the accelerator to August. The application deadline is now extended to May 31.)
