Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in August. 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 September 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 August—most have been switched to a virtual format due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Making Energy Work 2020: Webinar Series
August 11, 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: Innovative Financing Models for Low and Moderate Income Participation in Clean Energy.
Intro to Coding Workshop
August 11, 6 p.m. (online)
BLKTECHCLT and Flatiron School are hosting a virtual workshop on the basic concepts and applications of coding. Join to learn about HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ruby and more.
Submission Deadline: TechExec Community Impact Award
August 11
This award program aims to honor an outstanding philanthropic technology executive in the Charlotte region. Apparo will recognize the winner at a Community Impact Breakfast in the fall. More TechWire coverage here.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
August 12, 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
August 12, 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
August 12, 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
CLT Alliance Young Professionals Virtual Luncheon
August 12, 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (online)
The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance’s Young Professionals Network is hosting a virtual discussion on how diversity and inclusion strategies can be implemented at local organizations.
Privacy Shield Is Dead: What Does This Mean for US & EU/UK Business?
August 12, 1:30 p.m. (online)
The British American Business Council Carolinas and the National Association of Corporate Directors Carolinas are hosting a webinar with experts to discuss new changes in E.U. data protection regulations and how businesses are impacted.
NC Tech Talk with NC Football Club’s Steve Malik
August 12, 2:45-3:30 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual fireside chat with North Carolina Football Club Owner and Greenlight Health CEO Steve Malik, who will discuss the ever-changing economic landscape.
Packard Place Public House
August 12, 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.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grant Program
August 12
In this grant cycle, the North Carolina Biotechnology Center’s Flash Grant program specifically targets life science projects related to antibiotics and therapeutics for antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and COVID-19 therapies, vaccines and diagnostics.
NC Chamber Education & Workforce Conference
August 13, 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (online)
This virtual event will convene educators and business leaders from across North Carolina to discuss the challenges impacting the education sector and solutions that can improve the labor market for students after they graduate.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
August 14, 9-9:30 a.m.
This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
Getting to 2050: Online, Interactive, Energy Innovation Conference
August 14, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (online)
This conference will cover the technologies and strategies that North Carolina power suppliers can leverage to achieve their net-zero emissions goals.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
August 14, 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.
Adaptive Space: Shifting from Human Capital to Social Capital
August 14, 12-1 p.m. (online)
This virtual meetup will focus on how network analysis allows organizations to better understand how social arrangements can help generate new ideas. The session will be led by Michael Arena, VP of talent and development at Amazon Web Service.
Application Deadline: IBM Hyper Protect Accelerator
August 16
Applications are open for IBM’s Hyper Protect Accelerator, in which 30 select early-stage startups from around the world will get two years of advising and training from IBM engineers and a network of business mentors and thought leaders. Read TechWire’s coverage of last year’s accelerator program here.
NC IDEA LABS After Hours Webinar
August 17, 3-4 p.m. (online)
Join this virtual info session to learn about the eight-week NC IDEA LABS After Hours program, which targets part-time entrepreneurs who are interested in refining their ventures further before committing full-time. Applications for the fall 2020 cohort are due September 7.
Asheville Chamber Business Before Hours
August 18, 9-10 a.m. (online)
Asheville Chamber’s Business Before Hours will be held online this month. Participants can join in with a cup of coffee to network with fellow members of the community.
Flywheel Indeavor with Jeff Bacon, Providence
August 18, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (online)
Flywheel Coworking’s next Indeavor event will feature a talk from local chef and cookbook author Jeff Bacon, of Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC.
The Future of Business in Wilson
August 18, 1 p.m. (online)
This virtual event will focus on the future of Wilson as a hub for tech and entrepreneurship. Join to find out what’s next for the city of Wilson as it works to transform rural North Carolina.
How to Structure an Informational Interview or Networking Coffee
August 18, 6 p.m. (online)
BLKTECHCLT and Flatiron School are hosting a webinar about how to leverage networking to break into a new tech job or opportunity.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
August 19, 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
August 19, 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.
CLT Regional Business Alliance Power of Women Luncheon
August 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (online)
The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is hosting a virtual event featuring local women leaders discussing how they navigated their way to C-Suite positions.
NC Tech Talk with Pendo CEO Todd Olson
August 19, 3:45-4:30 p.m. (online)
NC TECH is hosting a virtual fireside chat with Pendo CEO Todd Olsen, who will talk about how his company is handling the challenging economic environment.
Packard Place Public House
August 19, 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.
Application Deadline: NC Tech Awards 2020 [EXTENDED]
August 19
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. (Note: The deadline has been extended from July 17 to August 19.)
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
August 21, 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.
Making Energy Work 2020 Webinar Series
August 25, 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 session’s topic is: North Carolina’s Role in the International Clean Energy Market.
Intro to Coding Workshop
August 25, 6 p.m. (online)
BLKTECHCLT and Flatiron School are hosting a virtual workshop on the basic concepts and applications of coding. Join to learn about HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ruby and more.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
August 26, 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
August 26, 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.
NCEDA Annual Conference 2020
August 26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (online)
At this annual conference (now held online), economic development professionals from across North Carolina will gather to hear industry insights and make connections with peers.
Greensboro Chamber State of Our Community 2020
August 26, 11:45 a.m. (online)
In this virtual event, Greensboro Chamber will lead discussions on the state of the city’s efforts in community health, economic recovery, education and equity. The Chamber will also reveal the winners of the Stanley Frank Economic and Workforce Development Award and the Hubert B. Humphrey, Jr. School Improvement Award.
Rural Development Hubs: Innovation Infrastructure for Rural America
August 26, 2-4 p.m. (online)
This webinar will cover the concept of Rural Development Hubs and how they can advance outcomes in rural communities across North Carolina.
Packard Place Public House
August 26, 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.
NorthState Tech Lab Summer 2020 Finale
August 26, 5-6:30 p.m. (online)
HQ Greensboro is hosting a virtual event to celebrate the latest class of NorthState Tech Lab. Join to meet the individuals and companies that just completed the program.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Translational Research Grant
August 26
The North Carolina Biotechnology Center’s TRG program funds the development of university-held life science applications and projects with commercial potential.
UNCW CIE Dial-Up Disrupt
August 28, 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: Venture Atlanta Live Online Pitches
August 28
Applications are open for startups in the Southeast that want to pitch at this year’s fully-virtual Venture Atlanta Live conference, held October 21-22.
Application Deadline: Joules Accelerator (Cohort 7)
August 28
Applications are open for the seventh cohort of the Joules Accelerator, a 90-day program for cleantech startups that are ready to bring their products and services to market.
Application Deadline: NC IDEA SEED & MICRO Grants
August 31
NC IDEA is seeking applicants for its upcoming SEED and MICRO grant programs. SEED offers $50,000 in funding to early-stage startups looking to scale. MICRO offers project-based grants of up to $10,000 for young companies seeking to validate and further develop their ideas.
Application Deadline: BAND-NC Grant Program
August 31
The Institute for Emerging Issues is launching a new grant program—Building a New Digital Economy in NC (or BAND-NC)—to support communities across North Carolina that want to build digital inclusion plans to increase the number of people with internet in their homes.
