Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in June. 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 July events. Recurring monthly meetups in the Triangle are listed here.
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 June—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Adaptability & Preparing for the COVID19 Recovery
June 9, 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. (online)
This webinar will feature local energy industry experts discussing how the sector is adapting to the COVID-19 crisis.
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.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
June 9, 5:30-7 p.m. (online)
This month, Flywheel Coworking is hosting a four-week educational program for startup founders and C-suite/business development leaders. They’ll learn how to successfully navigate business operations and management.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks (June Class)
June 9, 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 June 2-23.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
June 10, 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 Asheville
June 10, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
June 10, 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.
Charlotte PitchBreakfast
June 10, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
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. This month’s event will be held virtually via Zoom.
Smart Series: What’s Next for Tourism & Hospitality after Coronavirus?
June 10, 10-11 a.m. (online)
In Asheville Chamber’s next Smart Series event, Chris Cavanaugh of Magellan Strategy Group will discuss the post-pandemic recovery of the tourism and hospitality sectors.
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.
UNCC Professional Webinar Series
June 10, 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 Working Effectively in Virtual and Remote Teams.
Your Startup Idea: Take It from Idea to Reality in 3 Steps
June 10, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, entrepreneur and financial analyst Alex Zubko will walk attendees through the process of growing a startup idea into reality. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
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.)
Packard Place Public House
June 10, 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.
Launch Challenge: Innovative Initiators Virtual Tour of New Businesses
June 10, 5-6:30 p.m. (online)
In this virtual pitch event, new and future business owners will present their products and services to an audience.
Blockchain for Dummies
June 10, 6:30-8 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, Flatiron School Software Engineering Coach Jallen Messersmith will explain the basics of blockchain and its industry applications.
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.
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. The series is aimed towards product professionals worldwide. Join to hear talks from global experts. (More TechWire coverage here.)
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.
Queens University Pitch Competition 2020
June 11, 4-5:30 p.m. (online)
In Queens University of Charlotte’s annual Pitch Competition (held virtually this year), undergraduate students from different majors will compete for up to $5,000 in prize money for their innovative business ideas.
Pivoting Your Business Webinar
June 11, 5-6 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, two entrepreneurs, Ben Knight and Jamie Mottram, will share how they’ve successfully pivoted their businesses to stay competitive in the days of COVID-19.
Virtual PayCLT: Justin Wee of Marqeta
June 11, 5-6 p.m. (online)
The next PayCLT virtual event will feature Justin Wee, head of digital banking at Marqeta, who will discuss how the company is innovating in the payments processing space.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
June 11, 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.
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.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
June 12, 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.
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.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
June 16, 5:30-7 p.m. (online)
This month, Flywheel Coworking is hosting a four-week educational program for startup founders and C-suite/business development leaders. They’ll learn how to successfully navigate business operations and management.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks (June Class)
June 16, 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 June 2-23.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
June 17, 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 Asheville
June 17, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
June 17, 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.
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.
UNCC Professional Webinar Series
June 17, 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 The Power of Personality in the Workplace.
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.
Packard Place Public House
June 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (online)
On the third Wednesday of every month, the Queen City’s entrepreneurial community joins together for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.
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. The series is aimed towards product professionals worldwide. Join to hear talks from global experts. (More TechWire coverage here.)
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.
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
June 18, 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
June 19, 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.
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance Health Experience 2020
June 19, 1-3 p.m. (online)
The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is hosting an event with local executives, policymakers, consumers and business leaders discussing the post-pandemic future of healthcare.
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.
Evolve Operations Bootcamp
June 23, 5:30-7 p.m. (online)
This month, Flywheel Coworking is hosting a four-week educational program for startup founders and C-suite/business development leaders. They’ll learn how to successfully navigate business operations and management.
Taking the Leap: Starting your Business in 4 Weeks (June Class)
June 23, 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 June 2-23.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
June 24, 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.
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.
1 Million Cups Asheville
June 24, 9-10 a.m. @Archetype Brewing
Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
June 24, 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.
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.
UNCC Professional Webinar Series
June 24, 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 Building a Positive Work Environment.
Asheville Chamber 2020 Annual Meeting
June 24, 4-5 p.m. (online)
Asheville Chamber’s Annual Meeting is going virtual. The program will celebrate the successes and achievements of the local business community in the past year.
Packard Place Public House
June 24, 4:30-6:30 p.m. (online)
On the third Wednesday of every month, the Queen City’s entrepreneurial community joins together for an evening of networking and connections over drinks.
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. The series is aimed towards product professionals worldwide. Join to hear talks from global experts. (More TechWire coverage here.)
Venture Café Thursday Gathering
June 25, 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
June 26, 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.
Grow With Google NC Digital Coaching Webinar
June 30, 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.
