RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Here’s our exclusive wrapup of upcoming events happening across North Carolina in March. 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.
Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to live events. Others will be held virtually, and are noted as such.
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Accelerate 2022
March 7, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)
In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.
Meet the Employer: Infosys
March 8, 10-10:30 a.m. (online)
Ahead of the NC TECH Job Expo, attendees will get the opportunity to learn more about Infosys’s investment and expansion efforts in North Carolina.
Meet the Employer: First Citizens Bank
March 8, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. (online)
Ahead of the NC TECH Job Expo, First Citizens representatives will provide an overview of the bank and its IT operations, as well as what the firm’s recruiting teams look for in IT associates.
NC Main Street Conference
March 8-10 (online)
Held virtually this year, the North Carolina Main Street Conference will feature keynotes, plenary and breakout sessions, and a downtown toolkit of pre-recorded sessions with experienced presenters. This three-day program will offer the most innovative approaches to downtown revitalization and redevelopment.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 9, 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
March 9, 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
March 9, 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.
PitchBreakfast
March 9, 8:30-10 a.m. (hybrid event)
Every month, a handful of Charlotte-area companies headline PitchBreakfast, pitching their products and services for five minutes, after which they will answer questions from the audience and a panel of entrepreneurs and experts.
NC TECH Virtual Job Expo
March 9, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (online)
This virtual job fair is designed for candidates seeking tech-related jobs or internships. Local employers can meet with job seekers in virtual booths. Registration is free for job seekers.
1 Million Cups Wilmington
March 9, 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.
On Tap Networking Event
March 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Dram & Draught Greensboro
synerG and the Greensboro Jaycees are hosting an evening networking event for young professionals in the Greensboro area.
Basics of Bookkeeping
March 9, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This online workshop will show business owners how to properly record financial transactions, create financial reports and use them to make informed business decisions.
Asheville Chamber Mega Networking
March 10, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Holiday Inn Biltmore West
Asheville Chamber’s Mega Networking event is back this year with an in-person round robin-style program for local business leaders and professionals.
Flywheel Cafe
March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking
This monthly event connects small business owners, startups, investors and community leaders for an evening of networking and an open mic chat on relevant topics.
Get2Know NC TECH Webinar
March 11, 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.
Accelerate 2022
March 14, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)
In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.
Flywheel Indeavor Luncheon
March 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking
Flywheel Coworking’s next Indeavor Luncheon in Winston-Salem will feature Elizabeth Dampier, the executive director of Kaleideum.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 16, 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
March 16, 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
March 16, 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.
Flywheel Concord Indeavor
March 16, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Cabarrus Center
Flywheel Concord’s next Indeavor Luncheon will feature a talk from Emma Sellers, the City of Concord’s new diversity, equity and inclusion coordinator.
Your Small Business Taxes
March 16, 6-8 p.m. (online)
This webinar will cover the latest tax forms and procedures for state and federal business taxes, as well as how business tax decisions can have implications affecting your bottom line.
Accelerate 2022
March 21, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)
In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 23, 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
March 23, 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
March 23, 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.
Application Deadline: NCBiotech Flash Grant 2022 Cycle 3
March 23
NC Biotech’s Flash Grant program provides up to $20,000 for short, tightly-focused research projects into high-potential technologies. Cycle 3 is open to proposals in all areas of life sciences, except Class I medical devices or consumer products.
Winston Starts Investor Pitch Event
March 24, 11:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. @Winston Starts (and online)
This hybrid pitch event will feature the top startups at Winston Starts presenting their products/services to an audience of investors.
Sales for Startups to Prospect for Clients in Bigger Cities
March 24, 4-6 p.m. @Ironclad Brewery
The Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington is hosting an event with sales expert Will Barfield, who will share ways to prospect for big clients outside of the coastal region.
Accelerate 2022
March 28, 3-4:30 p.m. (online)
In this weekly event series, participants will discuss progress towards business development and share tips and opportunities for success.
1 Million Cups Lake Norman
March 30, 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
March 30, 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
March 30, 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.
