November calendar: Previewing 49 statewide events & programs across NC

October 17, 2022

Plenty of technology and life science events and program deadlines are coming up across North Carolina in November. Several events will be held in person or in a hybrid format, while many others remain virtual.

Building on WRAL TechWire’s ongoing work tracking important events and deadlines across North Carolina, here’s a look at what’s to come in November 2022:

All Things Open 2022

OCT. 30 – NOV. 2 @RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER (& ONLINE)

The East Coast’s largest open-source technology conference returns this year with an engaging program for designers, developers, entrepreneurs, technologists and business leaders.

All Things Open Community Leadership Summit 2022

OCT. 31 – NOV. 1 @RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER

Held in conjunction with All Things Open, this event will feature moderated and facilitated discussions and pre-scheduled talks geared toward community leaders, organizers and managers.

CIO Executive Roundtable

NOV. 1, 7:45-9 A.M. (ONLINE)

In this session, IT leaders at NC TECH member companies will discuss relevant topics and developments in their field.

Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour

NOV. 1, 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.

RIoT LXXVII: Demo Night

NOV. 1, 5-8 P.M. @RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER

Held in conjunction with All Things Open 2022, RIoT’s eighth annual Demo Night will feature more than 50 IoT and technology demos, a live job event, startup presentations, networking and more.

Code for Durham: Civic Hacking Session

NOV. 1, 7 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.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

NOV. 2, 7:30-9 A.M. @JAY HURT HUB FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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.

Rise & Shine with Ted Abernathy

NOV. 2, 8-9 A.M. @PRESTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB

In this event, hosted by the Cary Chamber, Ted Abernathy of Economic Leadership LLC will share an update on Cary’s growth, economy and future prospects.

1 Million Cups Charlotte

NOV. 2, 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 RTP

NOV. 2, 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.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

NOV. 2, 9-10 A.M. @UNCW CENTER FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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 Asheville

NOV. 2, 9-10 A.M. @HATCH INNOVATION HUB

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.

Wireless Product Compliance & Market Entry Requirements

NOV. 2, 1-2 P.M. (ONLINE)

This virtual lunch and learn will cover the key safety and EMC regulations of concern to engineering teams.

WomanUP Celebration & Awards Ceremony

NOV. 3, 8-10:30 A.M. @CROWNE PLAZA RESORT – EXPO CENTER

This annual event, hosted by Asheville Chamber, will feature a keynote from Essence CEO Caroline Wanga and a lineup of awards presented to outstanding women in business.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

NOV. 4, 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.

Raleigh Founded Fall Startup Market

NOV. 4, 6-9 P.M. @RALEIGH FOUNDED WAREHOUSE

At its Fall Startup Market, Raleigh Founded’s Warehouse location will host startups, pop-up shops and vendors offering local goods.

Triangle Biotech Tuesday

NOV. 8, 5:30-7:30 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

NOV. 9, 7:30-9 A.M. @JAY HURT HUB FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& ONLINE)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

NOV. 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.

1 Million Cups Wilmington

NOV. 9, 9-10 A.M. @UNCW CENTER FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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 Asheville

NOV. 9, 9-10 A.M. @HATCH INNOVATION HUB

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.

1 Million Cups Robeson County

NOV. 9, 8-9 A.M. @THOMAS ENTREPRENEURSHIP HUB

In this monthly event, entrepreneurs local to Robeson County will present their products/services to peers and network with the startup community.

2022 Cleantech Innovation Awards

NOV. 9, 4:30-8 P.M. @SAS INSTITUTE

The Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster is hosting its fourth annual Cleantech Innovation Awards this fall, celebrating the top individuals, organizations and projects driving the cleantech sector in the Triangle region. In addition to the awards ceremony, the event will include speakers and networking.

Startup Ethics Roundtable

NOV. 10, 11:15 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. @THE HURT HUB@DAVIDSON

This monthly panel event will include a roundtable discussion on the ethical issues facing startups and businesses. Tickets are free and open to Davidson College students and the broader community.

The Future of the Life Sciences Industry in Wilmington

NOV. 10, 1-5 P.M. @UNCW MARBIONC CENTER

This half-day event will feature startup presentations and two panels discussing alternative funding sources and Wilmington’s support for startups.

NC IDEA Ecosystem Summit 2022

NOV. 14-15 IN WINSTON-SALEM

NC IDEA’s Ecosystem Summit returns this year, bringing together North Carolina’s entrepreneurial and economic development communities to share ways to improve the state’s business success.

CISO Executive Roundtable

NOV. 15, 7:45-9 A.M. (ONLINE)

This quarterly meeting will convene CISOs, VPs and director-level security leaders from NC TECH member companies.

NC BioNetwork Virtual Career Fair

NOV. 15, 3-6 P.M. (ONLINE)

NC BioNetwork’s next virtual career fair will connect job seekers to employers in North Carolina’s biopharmaceutical industry. Registration is free for job seekers and BioNetwork graduates.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

NOV. 16, 7:30-9 A.M. @JAY HURT HUB FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& ONLINE)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

NOV. 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

NOV. 16, 9-10 A.M. @UNCW CENTER FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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 Asheville

NOV. 16, 9-10 A.M. @HATCH INNOVATION HUB

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.

1 Million Cups RTP

NOV. 16, 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.

Ag Tech Professional Forum

NOV. 16, 4-6:30 P.M. @NCBIOTECH

This in-person event hosted by NCBiotech will provide a platform for leaders in the agtech business to discuss relevant topics.

VCs in the Hot Seat: Pitches from Triangle-Area Investors

NOV. 16, 5:30-7:30 P.M. @JB DUKE HOTEL

This event will feature a series of pitches from representatives of VC and angel groups in the Triangle area. Join to meet key players in the investment community and learn what sets them apart, who they invest in and more.

Big Launch Challenge Pitch Competition 2022

NOV. 17, 7:30 A.M. – 6:30 P.M. @NCBIOTECH

The annual Big Launch Challenge is a chance for startups to pitch their products/services for $15,000 in prize money. It’s also a good place to meet future investors and business partners. Over nearly a decade, the competition has awarded $174,000 to 16 companies as of 2022. This year’s event will be co-hosted by the Angel Capital Association.

Venture Asheville’s Corporate Entrepreneurship Series

NOV. 17, 8:15-11 A.M.

Venture Asheville’s Corporate Entrepreneurship Series will feature executives from major corporations discussing models, tools and frameworks for innovation and sustainable growth.

Mountain Raise 2022

NOV. 17, 5:30-8:30 P.M. @PLĒB URBAN WINERY

The third annual Mountain Raise event will showcase the graduates of Mountain BizWorks’ ScaleUp and Invested programs. Join to hear investment crowdfunding pitches and meet folks in the Asheville-area startup community.

2022 High Flyer Awards Luncheon

NOV. 18, 11:15 A.M. – 1 P.M. @PRESTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB

In celebrating 31 years leading North Carolina’s scientific innovation ecosystem, First Flight Venture Center will host its second annual awards luncheon. The program will honor outstanding companies and individuals in the life science community.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

NOV. 23, 7:30-9 A.M. @JAY HURT HUB FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& ONLINE)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

NOV. 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

NOV. 23, 9-10 A.M. @UNCW CENTER FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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 Asheville

NOV. 23, 9-10 A.M. @HATCH INNOVATION HUB

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.

Asheville Pitch Party

NOV. 29, 5 P.M. @HATCH AVL

This open mic-style event is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to share short pitches with an audience of peers in the Asheville area. Tickets are free and open to the public.

NC TECH Awards Gala 2022

NOV. 29 @RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER

The annual NC TECH Awards program highlights the top companies, individuals, innovators and organizations leading North Carolina’s tech sector. The event includes a reception, dinner and awards ceremony.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

NOV. 30, 7:30-9 A.M. @JAY HURT HUB FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& ONLINE)

1 Million Cups Charlotte

NOV. 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

NOV. 30, 9-10 A.M. @UNCW CENTER FOR INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (& 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 Asheville

NOV. 30, 9-10 A.M. @HATCH INNOVATION HUB

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear pitches from local founders and network with peers, investors and business leaders.

Original Article Source: WRAL TechWire