WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest and greatest meetups, panels, workshops, conferences, application deadlines and all things happening in the North Carolina startup/tech world. “The Headliners” is a multi-part weekly roundup of upcoming events to add to your calendar.
Below is a list of June events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area. To find out what’s happening this month in cities outside of the Triangle, check out part two of the “Headliners” column. Another post highlights events in July. Meetups that occur regularly are listed here.
If you’d like your event to be included, feel free to send me an email.
Also, check out a full range of events on TechWire’s interactive calendar, along with our comprehensive resource guide for startups in the Triangle.
Note: The following list is our lineup of Triangle events through the end of June—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Application Deadline: Duke Design Health [EXTENDED]
June 1
This program matches Duke University engineering and business graduate students with medical trainees to develop clinical health solutions. Applications are open for people joining in fall 2020 or spring and fall 2021. The deadline has been extended to June 1.
Application Deadline: Duke Law Tech Lab
June 1
The Duke Law Tech Lab is a remote accelerator for early-stage startups developing technology to improve legal services. Applications are open now.
Application Deadline: PAX Momentum Startup Accelerator
June 1
PAX Momentum is seeking applicants to join its first cohort. In the eight-week accelerator, 10 startups will receive a $50,000 investment as well as training and mentorship. More TechWire coverage here.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
June 2, 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.
NCBIO Forum: Medical Device Product Strategy & Implications
June 2, 12-1:30 p.m. (online)
NCBIO is hosting an online panel on medical device commercialization, featuring local university program directors and company executives.
Code for Chapel Hill
June 2, 6-8 p.m. (online)
Join the Code for Chapel Hill meetup to network with like-minded individuals and work on civic hacking projects. Meetings are held every two weeks on Tuesdays.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks
June 2, 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.
Cary Economic Development Meeting (Virtual)
June 3, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Join the Cary Chamber of Commerce for a panel discussion on how the local commercial real estate market is adapting to the new office environment.
1 Million Cups RTP
June 3, 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.
EDPNC Webinar: Support Services & Grants to Help You Sell Overseas
June 3, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover EDPNC’s free export support services.
How IoT & Software Are Tracking the Spread of Pandemics
June 3, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this virtual lunch and learn, Lithios Director Tim Rosenberg will discuss how IoT and software platforms are helping to track the spread of viruses across populations.
NC Tech Talk with Bandwidth’s David Morken
June 3, 3-3:45 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual talk with Bandwidth Co-Founder and CEO David Morken, who will discuss how the company is expanding even in the midst of COVID-19 economic fallout. (This webinar is free for NC TECH members and $25 for non-members.)
Panel: Data Science Hype vs. Reality
June 3, 5:30-8 p.m. @Validic
The Women in Tech Allies meetup is hosting a panel with data scientists speaking about the hype in the data science industry today, particularly related to AI, machine learning and deep learning.
Raleigh Chamber DEI Rewind Seminar Series
June 4, 9-10 a.m. (online)
Join Raleigh Chamber for a webinar on how to stay true to your company’s DEI values in uncertain times. The session will be led by Tayah Butler, director of diversity and inclusion for NC State’s Poole School of Management.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
June 4, 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.
City of Raleigh Webinar: Phase 2 Guidelines & Recommendations
June 4, 11 a.m. (online)
The City of Raleigh is hosting a webinar with local leaders and business owners discussing new policies under the state’s phase two reopening plan.
Rural Talk: An Advocacy Speaker Series
June 4, 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.
EDPNC Webinar: Global Trade Disruptions & What NC Exporters Need to Know
June 4, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover the latest trade policies, tariffs and disputes.
FREEDM Systems Center Tech Webinar
June 4, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
NC State’s FREEDM Systems Center is hosting a technical webinar covering the architecture and system level control of solid-state transformers as well as details on AC/DC conversion and DC/DC stages.
Triangle Tech Net
June 5, 7-10 a.m. @Family Legacy Financial Solutions
This free bi-monthly event offers a space for local tech professionals to build connections and find potential job opportunities.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
June 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.
C-Suite Perspectives
June 5, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
In Raleigh Chamber’s next C-Suite Perspectives event, TradeMark Properties Founder and Chair Billie Redmond will share some of the lessons she learned from leading an organization through a crisis.
NC Open Pass Civic Tech Showcase
June 5, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Open Raleigh Brigade and NC Open Pass are hosting a virtual showcase featuring presentations from RIoT, La French Tech, PublicInput.com, Code for Philly and Penn Medicine and the North Carolina Campaign Finance Dashboard project.
Duke I&E Conversation with Alana Beard
June 5, 12-1 p.m. (online)
In this virtual event, Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship Director Jon Fjeld will lead a discussion and Q&A about leadership with Alana Beard, a senior associate at Silicon Valley Bank Capital.
NIH SBIR/STTR Proposal Development & Commercialization Strategy
June 5, 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.
T.H.E. State of Black Tech Summit
June 5-6
This two-day conference will convene Black corporate executives, tech professionals, creatives, policy makers, educators, entrepreneurs, investors, non-profit leaders and ecosystem supporters to discuss advancing the innovation community in the Triangle. More TechWire coverage here.
GDG Cloud RTP Meetup
June 7, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This weekly meetup brings together developers, IT professionals and tech enthusiasts who are interested in the Google Cloud Platform.
How Digital Transformation Can Drive the Best Customer Experiences Workshop
June 9, 10-11 a.m. (online)
Join Zendesk and NC TECH for a virtual workshop to hear how your organization can improve its customer experience (CX) strategy.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
June 9, 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.
Life Sciences Virtual Hiring Event
June 9, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (online)
NC4ME (North Carolina for Military Employment) is hosting a virtual hiring event where veterans, transitioning service members, guard/reserves and military spouses can meet face-to-face with hiring managers and recruiters in the life sciences industry.
Making Energy Work 2020: Webinar Series
June 9, 3 p.m. (online)
The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association is hosting a monthly webinar series with local and national experts covering clean energy trends.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday
June 9, 5:15-7:30 p.m. @5 Laboratory Drive
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.
Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session
June 9, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @Caktus Group
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. Pizza will be provided.
1 Million Cups RTP
June 10, 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.
EDPNC Webinar: Health Care & Aerospace Exporting Opportunities in Southeast Asia
June 10, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover the many trade opportunities in Singapore, particularly involving health care, medical devices and aerospace.
Private Cellular Networks for Resilient Communications Infrastructure
June 10, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, Connected Devices LLC Founder and CEO Steven Warwick will discuss the FCC’s recent ruling involving the deployment of “private” cellular systems that can be owned and operated by private entities.
NC Tech Talk with IBM’s Tim Humphrey
June 10, 3:15-4 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a talk with IBM VP and Chief Data Officer Tim Humphrey, who will share how IBM is shifting its priorities towards community engagement and supporting businesses and organizations. (This webinar is free for NC TECH members and $25 for non-members.)
Leadership Raleigh 41 & 42 Information Session
June 11, 10-11 a.m. (online)
Leadership Raleigh is a leadership development program run by the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. Applications for the next cohort are due on August 14. Join this virtual information session to hear from Leadership Raleigh alumni about their experience.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program
June 11, 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.
On the Menu: Value Propositions in Business & Beyond
June 11, 12-1 p.m. (online)
For this session of On The Menu, Frontier RTP will host Cloud Giants Director of Business Sara Abernathy for a webinar on building and communicating your value proposition.
ProductCampRTP Virtual Unconferences 2020
June 11, 12-2 p.m. (online)
ProductCampRTP is hosting an online conference spread across four weeks in June and July. Join to hear talks from global experts.
EDPNC Webinar: Understand the New US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement
June 11, 1-3 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover trade compliance under the new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
NC Chamber Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Conference
June 11 (online)
The North Carolina Chamber is turning its annual Diversity and Inclusion Conference into a virtual program this year. Join to hear talks on how to create an inclusive culture in the workplace.
Ice House Entrepreneurship Workshop
June 13, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – West Boulevard
In this free workshop, participants will learn how to adopt and apply the entrepreneurial mindset in their lives.
GDG Cloud RTP Meetup
June 14, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This weekly meetup brings together developers, IT professionals and tech enthusiasts who are interested in the Google Cloud Platform.
Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours
June 15, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (online)
At Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s next Business After Hours, members will be divided randomly into virtual breakout rooms to network and share ideas. (This is a members-only event.)
Application Deadline: Duke MEDx Pilot Project Grant [EXTENDED]
June 15
This grant program will provide funding of up to $50,000 for medicine and engineering faculty-led projects focused on improving human health. More TechWire coverage here. (NOTE: The application deadline has been extended to June 15 to give faculty members who wish to submit a proposal the time to do so while safely reopening their labs over the next couple of weeks.)
Code for Chapel Hill
June 16, 6-8 p.m. (online)
Join the Code for Chapel Hill meetup to network with like-minded individuals and work on civic hacking projects. Meetings are held every two weeks on Tuesdays.
SAS Global Forum (Virtual)
June 16 (online)
SAS’s Global Forum is going virtual on May 19 and June 16. In the two-part event, SAS users will get access to training, tools and resources. More TechWire coverage here.
1 Million Cups RTP
June 17, 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.
EDPNC Webinar: Trade in Mexico—Opportunities & the New USMCA
June 17, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover trade opportunities for North Carolina companies in Mexico.
Managing Remote Access & Incident Response Remotely Workshop
June 17, 1-2 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual workshop covering how to manage remote access for employees while also considering the legal and regulatory obligations associated with a remote workforce.
Grow With Google NC Digital Coaching Webinar
June 17, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
Grow With Google is hosting regularly scheduled webinars for North Carolina-based small businesses. Sessions are led by Latesha Byrd, founder and CEO of Byrd Career Consulting. Every webinar covers a different topic relevant to local businesses.
ProductCampRTP Virtual Unconferences 2020
June 18, 12-2 p.m. (online)
ProductCampRTP is hosting an online conference spread across four weeks in June and July. Join to hear talks from global experts.
NC Local Government Fleet Electrification Roundtable
June 18, 2-3 p.m. (online)
The NC Clean Energy Technology Center and the Sierra Club are hosting a free webinar on local fleet electrification efforts.
NC Tech Talk with Lenovo President (North America) Matthew Zielinski
June 18, 3:15-4 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a talk with Lenovo President for North America Matt Zielinski, who will discuss how the company is navigating the impacts of COVID-19.
RTP180: Architecture
June 18, 6-7 p.m. (online)
RTP180 is back with another event, this time covering architecture in North Carolina, from historical buildings to small space designs to the RTP landscape and beyond.
Triangle Women in STEM 2020 Virtual Summer Intern Event
June 18, 6-7:15 p.m. (online)
This free virtual hiring event will engage interns and professionals in the Triangle. The keynote speaker is Leigh-Kathryn Bonner, founder and CEO of Bee Downtown.
Triangle Tech Net
June 19, 7-10 a.m. @Family Legacy Financial Solutions
This free bi-monthly event offers a space for local tech professionals to build connections and find potential job opportunities.
GDG Cloud RTP Meetup
June 21, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This weekly meetup brings together developers, IT professionals and tech enthusiasts who are interested in the Google Cloud Platform.
Triangle Global Health Consortium Mentor Monday
June 22, 12-1 p.m. (online)
This monthly webinar series hosts a global health professional who will share insights and advice for advancing your career.
On the Menu: The 5 Rules of Storytelling
June 22, 12-1:20 p.m. (online)
Led by The Storytelling Companion podcast host Chris Thiede, this workshop will teach participants how storytelling can help them connect with their audience.
2020 Diversity + Inclusion Summit
June 23, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel
NC TECH’s Diversity + Inclusion Summit will bring together C-level executives, D + I professionals and organizational leaders to discuss the benefits of a diverse workplace.
Making Energy Work 2020: Webinar Series
June 23, 3 p.m. (online)
The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association is hosting a monthly webinar series with local and national experts covering clean energy trends.
Cary Chamber After Hours with Wake County Leadership
June 23, 5-7 p.m. @Umstead Hotel & Spa
Join Cary Chamber of Commerce for an evening social event with Wake County elected officials.
Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session
June 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. @Caktus Group
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. Pizza will be provided.
CIO + IT Executive Roundtable
June 24, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)
In this virtual session, IT leaders at NC TECH member companies will discuss relevant topics and best practices in their field.
CISO + IT Security Executive Roundtable
June 24, 7:30-9 a.m. (online)
This online meeting will convene CISOs, VPs and director-level security leaders from NC TECH member companies.
Raleigh Chamber Economic Development Summit 2020
June 24, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Raleigh Marriott City Center
Raleigh Chamber’s inaugural Economic Development Summit will convene local business leaders for a half-day program focused on recruiting business and talent in today’s competitive environment.
1 Million Cups RTP
June 24, 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.
NC4ME Summer Virtual Hiring Event
June 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (online)
NC4ME (North Carolina for Military Employment) is hosting a virtual hiring event where job seekers can meet face-to-face with hiring managers and recruiters.
EDPNC Webinar: Trade in Canada—Opportunities & the New USMCA
June 24, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a summer-long webinar series covering topics of interest to businesses seeking the latest information on exports and the global trade landscape. This webinar will cover trade opportunities for North Carolina companies in Canada.
Virtual Lunch & Learn: IoT & the Rise of the Solopreneur
June 24, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this lunch and learn, Agustin Peláez and Cristina Botero of Ubidots will discuss how solopreneurs around the world are using IoT technologies for their business.
Grow With Google NC Digital Coaching Webinar
June 24, 7-8:30 p.m. (online)
Grow With Google is hosting regularly scheduled webinars for North Carolina-based small businesses. Sessions are led by Latesha Byrd, founder and CEO of Byrd Career Consulting. Every webinar covers a different topic relevant to local businesses.
CED Webinar: Raising Money
June 25, 10 a.m. (online)
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development is hosting a virtual event presenting the organization’s 2019 Innovators Report. Learn about last year’s successes within the local startup community.
ProductCampRTP Virtual Unconferences 2020
June 25, 12-2 p.m. (online)
ProductCampRTP is hosting an online conference spread across four weeks in June and July. Join to hear talks from global experts.
Wake Tech Virtual IT Speaker Series
June 25, 4-5 p.m. (online)
Wake Technical Community College is hosting a virtual event series featuring experts sharing their insights on the role of technology in solving problems during the COVID-19 pandemic.
GDG Cloud RTP Meetup
June 28, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This weekly meetup brings together developers, IT professionals and tech enthusiasts who are interested in the Google Cloud Platform.
Application Deadline: RIoT Accelerator Program (Fall 2020)
June 29
The 12-week RIoT Accelerator Program connects early-stage IoT startups with an industry consortium of more than 80 companies to learn, partner and bring your product to market. The fall 2020 cohort will run from August 24 to November 13 in Raleigh.
Code for Chapel Hill
June 30, 6-8 p.m. (online)
Join the Code for Chapel Hill meetup to network with like-minded individuals and work on civic hacking projects. Meetings are held every two weeks on Tuesdays.
Downtown Techies Happy Hours @Midtown
June 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.
