Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in July. 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 August 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 state-wide events through the end of July—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Gig East Exchange Sneak Peak with Coffee and Q&A
July 14, 9 a.m. (online)
Join this interactive virtual tour of the soon-to-open Gig East Exchange, featuring the general layout and amenities of the space, plus its coffee counter operator and in-resident resources.
NC TECH Awards Submission Webinar
July 14, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
Join this webinar to learn about the submission process for the NC Tech Awards, held this November. Submissions are due on July 17.
NC Tech Talk with ChannelAdvisor’s David Spitz
July 14, 2:15-3 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual talk with ChannelAdvisor CEO David Spitz. Participants can submit questions for a Q&A.
Making Energy Work 2020: Webinar Series
July 14, 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. This month’s topic is: Clean Energy Jobs and Post-COVID Recovery in NC.
Startup Grind Winston-Salem Summer Party & Startup Crawl
July 14, 3:30-7 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking
Startup Grind Winston-Salem’s annual summer party and startup crawl is back this year, featuring 30 startups, food, drinks and music.
Charlotte Alliance Young Professionals After-Hours Chat
July 14, 5:30-7 p.m. (online)
At this event, the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance’s Young Professionals Network will meet with local leaders to discuss topics surrounding racial equity, inclusion and justice.
How to Land a Tech Job: Passing First Round Interviews
July 14, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
Flatiron School and BLKTECHCLT are hosting a workshop with tips and tricks on how to stand out in the job interview process.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
July 15, 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
July 15, 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.
NC Ports Overview, Updates & Growth
July 15, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, the Economic Development Partnership of NC and state ports executives will discuss timely topics including a $200 million project to boost North Carolina ports’ capabilities.
Packard Place Public House
July 15, 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.
CIO Insights: Driving Business Momentum
July 15, 5-6:15 p.m. (online)
This event will feature the findings of Accenture’s Tech Vision 2020 report, along with a panel of CIOs discussing leadership.
tbd: Brainstorming + Open-Mic Night for Entrepreneurs
July 15, 5-7 p.m. (online)
Launch Greensboro is hosting an open-mic night where entrepreneurs can work together to develop startup ideas.
Triad Digital Conference 2020
July 15-17 (online)
This year’s Triad Digital Conference will cover the challenges and opportunities arising in the IT space.
Asheville Chamber WomanUP
July 16, 9-10:30 a.m. (online)
In Asheville Chamber’s next WomanUP workshop, Red Carpet Learning Worldwide Founder and CEO Donna Cutting will show participants how to build a culture that engages team members and encourages happiness.
Queen City Healthtech Summit
July 16, 1-3:30 p.m. (online)
This virtual conference will focus on how Charlotte’s healthtech entrepreneurship community is displaying resiliency.
Driving Transformation with the Digital Feedback Loop
July 17, 12-1 p.m. (online)
Skookum is hosting a tech talk with Microsoft Global Digital Strategist Andrew Comas, who will share how Microsoft’s Digital Feedback Loop can inspire teams to uncover new opportunities and improve their value.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
July 17, 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: NC Tech Awards 2020
July 17
This is your chance to submit applications and nominations for North Carolina’s tech sector leaders. NC TECH’s 2020 NC Tech Gala will be held on November 4.
Latin American Chamber of Commerce Charlotte Mid-Year Conference
July 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (online)
The Latin American Chamber of Commerce Charlotte is hosting a virtual conference to bring different perspectives, encouragement and actionable takeaways to the forefront of Charlotte’s Latino business community.
Getting the Best Out of Virtual Trade Shows
July 21, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina is hosting a webinar with Paul H. Grossman Jr., U.S. director of OCO Global, on how to leverage virtual trade shows to identify leads and make sales.
Indeavor Lunch with Logan Philon, Piedmont Renewal Network
July 21, 11:30 a.m. (online)
This month’s Indeavor Lunch, hosted by Flywheel Coworking, will feature a talk from Logan Philon of Piedmont Renewal Network.
PULL UP: Finding Our Place In the Future of Work
July 21, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
This virtual workshop will cover the technologies responsible for shaping the workforce of the future.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
July 22, 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
July 22, 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.
Packard Place Public House
July 22, 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.
How NC Manufacturers Use Free Trade Zones to Cut Costs
July 23, 1-2 p.m. (online)
In this virtual workshop, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina and the state’s foreign trade zone administrators will discuss foreign trade zones and how companies can benefit from them.
DIG SOUTH Virtual Tech Summit 2020
July 23-24 (online)
A must-attend for entrepreneurs and technology industry representatives in the South, the DIG SOUTH Tech Summit connects leading global brands to scalable startups in the region. This year’s event will take place online, with the same networking opportunities, pitches, exhibitors and more features from the in-person program.
NC TECH 2020 State of Technology Conference
July 23-24 (online)
NC TECH’s annual State of Technology Conference is back, this time in a fully virtual format and focusing on how data impacts our personal and professional lives. The two-day program will feature keynotes, panels, a pitch competition and a virtual exhibit showcase. More TechWire coverage here.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
July 24, 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.
Preparing for a Gap Year + Coding for Beginners Workshop
July 28, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
Flatiron School and BLKTECHCLT are hosting a virtual workshop covering the core concepts of HTML and CSS.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
July 29, 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
July 29, 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.
Growing Opportunity in Exporting to Peru
July 29, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
In this free webinar, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina and Alonso Echevarria of Data in Motion will lead a discussion on the new opportunities in the Peruvian market available to North Carolina companies.
NC Tech Talk Series with Kurt Taylor & Trace Smith of Nextglass
July 29, 2:15-3 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual talk with Nextglass Founder Kurt Taylor and CEO Trace Smith, who will discuss how fast-growing companies are adapting to the current economic landscape.
Packard Place Public House
July 29, 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.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
July 31, 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: NC IDEA Black Entrepreneurship Council
July 31
NC IDEA is seeking applications from individuals to serve on the organization’s new North Carolina Black Entrepreneurship Council, which aims to serve the needs of local Black entrepreneurs.
