RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Plenty of technology and life science events and program deadlines will occur in January. Several events will be held in person or in a hybrid format, and many remain virtual or conducted online.
Thanks to WRAL TechWire’s ongoing work tracking important events and deadlines happening across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in January 2022:
Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session
Jan. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. (online)
Code for Durham brings together technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers, and activists to collaborate on civic technology projects. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month.
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour
Jan. 4, 5-7 p.m. @Lynnwood Brewing Concern
The Downtown Techies Happy Hour event series is back at Raleigh’s Lynnwood Brewing Concern. Join to network with peers.
Raleigh Chamber Launch 2022
Jan. 4, 2-6 p.m. @Duke Energy Performing Arts Center
Raleigh Chamber is hosting an event covering the next year’s trends and predictions spanning the economy, commercial real estate, economic development, talent, and regional demographics. A networking reception will follow.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Jan. 5, 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 Charlotte
Jan. 5, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
Cary Chamber’s Economic Forecast Breakfast
Jan. 5, 8-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club
The Cary Chamber of Commerce will host NC State University economist Michael Walden for an economic forecast update.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Jan. 5, 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.
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 5, 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.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
Jan. 7, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)
This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.
2022 Economic Forecast Forum
Jan. 7, 10:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham
Now in its 20th year, NC Chamber’s Economic Forecast Forum will gather influential leaders from across North Carolina to discuss the state’s role in job retention, job creation, quality of life and more.
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Triangle Biotech Tuesday
Jan. 11, 6-7:30 p.m.
Triangle Biotech Tuesday is a monthly meetup that connects scientific professionals across the RTP/greater Triangle area. Join to network with professionals from different industries. The group meets on the second Tuesday of every month.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Jan. 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 Robeson County
Jan. 12, 8-9 a.m. @Givens Performing Arts Center, UNC Pembroke
In this monthly event, entrepreneurs local to Robeson County will present their products/services to peers and network with the startup community.
1 Million Cups Charlotte
Jan. 12, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Jan. 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.
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 12, 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.
Application Deadline: NC State Make-A-Thon
Jan. 16
At NC State’s Make-A-Thon, held on Jan. 27-30, student teams will be tasked with creating the best solution to a sustainability challenge. Then, they’ll pitch their ideas to local judges for a chance to win $500 to $2,000 in prize money. Registration closes on Jan. 16.
NC TECH Government Vendor Network
Jan. 18, 3-4 p.m. (online)
NC TECH’s Government Vendor Network is a forum for member companies interested in doing business with state government.
Application Deadline: 2022 UNC Innovation Pilot Awards
Jan. 18
This annual program offers internal pilot funding to UNC Health and UNC School of Medicine investigators and research teams for health care innovations. As many as four awards of up to $50,000 each will be revealed this March.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Jan. 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 Charlotte
Jan. 19, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Jan. 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.
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 19, 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.
On the Menu: 5 Stories Every Brand Must Tell
Jan. 21, 12-1 p.m. @Frontier RTP (Building 800)
This workshop will cover the five stories every brand must tell to craft a compelling narrative and capture an audience.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
Jan. 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 Charlotte
Jan. 26, 8-9 a.m. (online)
Held every week, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
Jan. 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.
1 Million Cups RTP
Jan. 26, 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.
NC State Make-A-Thon
Jan. 27-30
At NC State’s Make-A-Thon, student teams will be tasked with creating the best solution to a sustainability challenge. Then, they’ll pitch their ideas to local judges for a chance to win $500 to $2,000 in prize money. The registration deadline is Jan. 16.
2022 Outlook for Tech
Jan. 28, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. @UNC Charlotte Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
In this year’s Outlook for Tech event, NC TECH will offer executive panel discussions, a keynote, an innovation briefing, a preview of the organization’s 2022 programs, the release of its “State of the Technology Industry” report, a tech expo, and more.
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