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.
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.
Virtual PayCLT: Payment Challenges Faced by Low/Moderate Income Households
July 23, 5-6 p.m. (online)
In this webinar, PayCLT will host Bank of America Community Banking Manager Bahari Harris for a talk on payment challenges affecting low- to moderate-income households.
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.
Financial & Legal Strategies in the New Normal
July 30, 10-11 a.m. (online)
This webinar will cover the important legal and financial guidelines that businesses need to be aware of during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ACG & CFH: Impact of a Prolonged Pandemic on Tech Finance and M&A
July 30, 4-5 p.m. (online)
ACG Charlotte and Carolina Fintech Hub are hosting a virtual event featuring a panel of experts discussing trends in M&A activity, valuation and capital access during the pandemic.
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.
