Plenty of technology and life science events and deadlines are on tap for March, and we suggest you pencil them into your calendar soon.

If you’re interested in events coming up in the immediate future, check out our roundup of February events in the Triangle and in other metros across North Carolina.

These columns accompany our interactive calendar, along with a list of Triangle meetups.

Keeping up with WRAL TechWire’s continued initiative to track events happening across North Carolina, here’s look at what’s to come in March:

STEM Industry Summit

March 1, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. @The Frontier, Building 800

Join STEM in the Park for its annual summit. This year’s program focuses on K-12 STEM education, featuring talks with experts and community leaders. Tickets include access to a “Speed Meet” session and The Frontier’s Food Truck Rodeo.

NC STIR Briefing + Tech Talk Live (Wilmington)

March 1, 8:30-10:30 a.m. @Live Oak Bank

NC TECH is hosting a briefing on the fifth annual release of its North Carolina State of Technology Industry Report. The event will provide an outline of the findings, along with a panel discussion on topics involving digital transformation.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

March 1, 9-9:30 a.m.

This free monthly interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of NC TECH’s activities, resources and member offerings.

Regional Telehealth Summit-West

March 1, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Asheville

The North Carolina Rural Health Leadership Alliance is hosting a full-day conference covering issues relevant to rural health and telehealth.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA Ice House Facilitator Training

March 1

NC IDEA’s three-day Ice House Facilitator Training, held March 12-14 in Durham, aims to serve education partners interested in offering the course at their institutions. More details on the program here.

Artists as Entrepreneurs: Real Work. Real Money.

March 1, 3:30-6 p.m. @Imurj

Join the Wake Tech/Wells Fargo Center for Entrepreneurship for a panel discussion with local “artspreneurs” sharing insights on how they’ve built successful and sustainable businesses.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

March 1, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

HQ Community Happy Hour

March 1, 4-6 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join HQ Raleigh for community connections and networking over drinks.

NC State Entrepreneurship Start Here Mondays

March 4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. @NCSU Innovation Hall

DC, the manager of the eGarage startup space, will be open on Mondays to meet with students and answer any questions they have about entrepreneurship and launching a venture at NC State.

Mountain BizWorks Information Session

March 4, 4-5 p.m. @Mountain BizWorks

At this info session, you can learn about Mountain BizWorks and the many resources it offers local entrepreneurs, including small business lending and learning programs.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA MICRO

March 4

Applications are open for NC IDEA’s MICRO grant program. Funding—ranging from $1,000 to $10,000—will be awarded to early-stage companies seeking to validate and further develop their ideas. Recipients will also receive mentorship from NC IDEA and access to its network.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA SEED

March 4

The NC IDEA SEED grant program offers a select group of early-stage startups $50,000 in funding for validating target markets, growing and scaling before they seek future investments. Recipients will also receive mentorship from NC IDEA and access to its network.

High Five Conference

March 4-5 @Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Locals in marketing, design and communications fields are invited to a two-day collaborative conference celebrating the talent and vibrancy of the Triangle’s marketing and creative communities. The conference features keynotes, panels, six workshops and networking.

NC Rural Center Homegrown Leaders Training

March 4-6, Asheville

North Carolina Rural Center’s Homegrown Leaders training program aims to support community leaders who are working to build regional collaboration across North Carolina. The application deadline is February 8. Eligible counties include Transylvania, Henderson, Buncombe, Madison, Yancey, Mitchell and Avery.

Lunch & Learn: Product Safety & You

March 5, 12-1 pm. @Advent Coworking

At this lunch and learn, Amber Cobb of TUV SUD will discuss the regulatory requirements and applicability of product safety.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

March 5, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Build Awesome IoT Projects with Particle

March 5, 6-8 p.m. @SnapAV Corp Office

Join Charlotte IoT to learn all about the Particle platform from product evangelist Brandon Satrom.

BLKTECHCLT Learning Lab: Customer Retention

March 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. @BLKTECHCLT

This workshop covers useful strategies to evaluate and create a customer retention plan. The session will be led by Freda Hendley, community relations director at BLKTECHCLT.

ECU Spring Break Pharma Conference

March 5-6 @ECU Science & Technology Building

Pharmaceutical professionals are invited to attend two days of lectures and discussions led by regional experts in the industry.

1 Million Cups CLT

March 6, 8:30-10 a.m.

Held every month, 1 Million Cups Charlotte features a presentation from a local startup followed by a Q&A from the community. Free coffee is included.

Federal Proposal Writing Workshop (Asheville)

March 6, 2019 | 9 am. – 12 p.m.  @Goodwill Business Center

At this free workshop, government counselors from the North Carolina Procurement Technical Center will guide participants through the process of completing their next federal proposal. This event is part of a state-wide series hosted by the Small Business & Technology Development Center. More dates and locations here.

Capital Connects

March 6, 4-7:30 p.m. @Union Square, Greensboro

At Capital Connects, Triad-area entrepreneurs present eight-minute pitches to regional investors and community leaders, competing for a $7,500 award package.

Marketing for Health Science Startups

March 6, 4:30-7 p.m. @Carolina Coworking

Devin Kelly, VP of client services at Durham-based Method Savvy, will lead a workshop on marketing strategies for the health science sector.

WRAL TechWire Live: Leadership

March 6, 5-7 p.m. @WRAL – Studio A

Join TechWire for an engaging discussion on effective leadership, featuring a lineup of innovative leaders who are strengthening growth in the Triangle. Speakers include Jes Averhart of Leadership Triangle, Brenda Berg of BEST NC, Eric Boduch of Pendo, Katie Gailes of Wake Tech, Gary Greene of Greene Resources and Chris Weatherly of WRAL Digital Solutions. (More coverage here.)

Application Deadline: Greenville Region Pitch Competition

March 6

This pitch competition gives local entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their business concepts for cash awards and network with other entrepreneurs. Anticipated awards range from $1,000 to $7,000. The event will be held March 27 at StillLife.

Lead Your City

March 7, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. @Van Dyke Performance Space, Greensboro Cultural Center

This annual event helps young professionals grow their leadership skills, build on their ideas, serve their community and connect their network. Caroline Dwyer, project manager for Healthy Places for Healthy People, will lead the keynote panel..

Winston-Salem State University Minority Vendor Expo

March 7, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Winston-Salem State University, Donald J. Reaves Center

At this expo, business leaders, stakeholders and vendors gather together to network, build relationships and pursue partner opportunities.

Lunch & Learn: Managing Clinical Data in the New World of Virtual Trials

March 7, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. @NC Biotech Center

OmniComm Systems is hosting a panel on virtual trials and their benefit as a process of completing studies faster.

On the Menu: {The Magic Sauce of CX}

March 7, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Frontier 600

Next up in RTP’s On the Menu workshop series, Jim Reklis of Reklis Coaching and Consulting will explain the four core values of client service and methods to delivering a positive client experience. Lunch will be provided.

RIoT Lunch & Learn: Getting Your IoT Devices to Mesh with Thread

March 7, 12-1 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join this RIoT lunch and learn to hear about the Particle Mesh platform and its applications, presented by Particle evangelist Brandon Satrom.

Webinar: SBIR/STTR Programs

March 7, 2-3 p.m.

The Small Business Technology & Development Center is hosting a free 45-minute webinar session on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding programs.

Larger Than Life Science

March 7, 4-7 p.m. @The Chesterfield

Meet fellow entrepreneurs, get tips on growing your company and network with fellow members of the life science community at the Larger Than Life Science events series, presented by LaunchBio. Entrance is free-of-charge.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

March 7, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

March 7, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

Raleigh Chamber C-Suite Perspectives

March 8, 7:30-9 a.m. @Umstead Hotel & Spa

The next C-Suite Perspectives event features leadership insights from John Kane, the CEO of Kane Realty Corporation. (This event is for Chamber members only.)

Triangle Tech Net

March 8, 7:30-10 a.m. @Family Legacy Financial Solutions

This free bimonthly event offers a space for local tech professionals to build connections and find potential job opportunities.

Tech Job Fair: Triangle

March 8, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Conference Center

NC TECH’s Job Fair series connects local tech talent to the companies and organizations looking to hire in the community.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

March 8, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

CONNEXXPO: EcoExxpo

March 8, 6-9 p.m. @MIXXER

The theme of this month’s CONNEXXPO is sustainable living, featuring makers who are exploring clean energy, eco-friendly services, solar power and more.

2nd Annual Women in Business Showcase

March 9, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Charlotte University

Entrepreneu(HER) in the City’s Women in Business Showcase is a full day of interactive educational workshops, networking, introductions to women-owned vendors and opportunities to win prizes.

Application Deadline: Data Science Innovation Lab

March 10

The Data Science Innovation Lab is an immersive five-day workshop involving early-career biomedical and quantitative investigator teams leading multidisciplinary research programs through a real-time and iterative mentoring process. Applications are now open for the 2019 Data Science Innovation Lab, held June 24-28 at Graylyn International Conference Center in Winston-Salem.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA LABS

March 11

NC IDEA LABS is a four-week program that helps early-stage entrepreneurs with customer discovery, validation, decision-making and growth planning. Subsequent mentorship and resources are offered to participants who achieve significant progress in the program.

Getting Gender Smart: Impact Investing with a Gender Lens

March 11-13 @Duke University

This two-day course hosted by the Duke CASE i3 Initiative on Impact Investing focuses on deploying capital for women and girls, covering topics including fund and deal selection, impact management and portfolio improvement.

IE Bagel Breakfast Social: The Scholars Strategy Network

March 12, 9:30-10:30 a.m. @UNC Institute for the Environment

UNC’s Institute for the Environment hosts a monthly breakfast inviting a guest speaker to discuss their latest research and projects. This month’s session features a talk with Natalie Hengstebeck, North Carolina SSN postdoctoral fellow at Duke University.

Cary Chamber 101

March 12, 12-1 p.m. @Cary Chamber of Commerce

Join this info session to learn about the benefits of Cary Chamber membership and the events and resources it offers.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

March 12, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Triangle Biotech Tuesday

March 12, 5:15-7:30 p.m. @RTP

Triangle Biotech Tuesday, a new monthly event series, connects scientific professionals throughout the Research Triangle area.

Connection Between Your Record Keeping & Your Business Tax

March 12, 6-8 p.m. @Piedmont Community College, Caswell Campus

This workshop covers record keeping and its contributions to cash flow, tax filings and financial planning. Attendees will participate in hands-on activities involving deductible expenses, record-keeping tools and business evaluation.

Charlotte PitchBreakfast

March 13, 8-10 a.m. @The Garage at Packard Place

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.

RTCC SMART Series: Financing Smart Cities

March 13, 8-10 a.m. @RTP HQ

Join the Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster for an engaging discussion with a panel of industry experts and municipal leaders on the finance mechanisms affecting smart city growth in North Carolina and beyond.

Federal Proposal Writing Workshop (Greensboro)

March 13, 9 am. – 12 p.m. @Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship

At this free workshop, government counselors from the North Carolina Procurement Technical Center will guide participants through the process of completing their next federal proposal. This event is part of a state-wide series hosted by the Small Business & Technology Development Center. More dates and locations here.

Pints & Pitches Chapel Hill

March 13, 5:30-7 p.m. @Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery

Join Chapel Hill Economic Development for appetizers and networking with local entrepreneurs, startup teams, freelancers and professionals. Attendees can also pitch their business ideas.

3rd Annual Moving Forward with Purpose Conference

March 13 @Raleigh Convention Center

Join the Women’s Business Center of North Carolina for a day-long event to empower and energize business leaders.

Application Deadline: Translational Research Grant

March 13

The NC Biotech Center’s new Translational Research Grant program provides funding of up to $100,000 for projects exploring/developing commercial applications of university-held life science inventions.

The Muster RDU

March 14, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

The Muster RDU convenes hundreds of attendees for a day of business pitches, keynotes, workshops, panels and a startup marketplace—all for and by veteran-led startups and veteran entrepreneurs.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

March 14, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.

Idea Tap Davidson

March 14, 5:30-8 p.m. @Flywheel Coworking – Davidson

Held by Flywheel at the HurtHub@Davidson once a month, the Idea Tap Davidson event series offers local entrepreneurs the opportunity to share their ideas through short pitch sessions and network with like-minded innovators in the community.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

March 14, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

HQ Community Lunch

March 15, 12-1 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join HQ Raleigh for good food and interesting topics.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

March 15, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

Application Deadline: Raleigh Chamber Emerging Leaders

March 15

Raleigh Chamber is accepting applications for the incoming class of its Emerging Leaders program, in which 25 participants enhance their leadership skills through meetings and sessions with prominent mentors. Schedule and list of speakers here.

Application Deadline: UNC Idea Grant

March 15

UNC Idea Grant is a pilot funding program for researchers aiming to address important problems or roadblocks to a current line of inquiry. Grants range between $10,000 and $20,000. Applications are due by 5 p.m.

Application Deadline: All Things Open 2019 Call for Papers

March 15

The team at All Things Open is now seeking submissions for talks to be featured in the 2019 conference taking place October 13-15 in Raleigh. Applications are due at 11:59 p.m.

Basics of Business Bookkeeping (Quickbooks)

March 18, 6-8 p.m. @Piedmont Community College Small Business Center

This seminar will teach participants the basics of bookkeeping with Quickbooks so they can save money and keep records accurately and professionally.

Federal Proposal Writing Workshop (Winston-Salem)

March 19, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. @Small Business Center at Forsyth Tech, Innovation Quarter

At this free workshop, government counselors from the North Carolina Procurement Technical Center will guide participants through the process of completing their next federal proposal. This event is part of a state-wide series hosted by the Small Business & Technology Development Center. More dates and locations here.

Lunch & Learn: Edge-Controlled & Cloud-Connected Design Patterns

March 19, 12-1 p.m. @The Launch Factory

Join John Breitenbach of RTI for an overview of the “Big 3” architectural patterns recommended by the Industrial Internet Consortium’s Industrial Internet Reference Architecture.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

March 19, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

ImBlackInTech Monthly Mixer Series

March 19, 6-7:30 p.m. @American Underground

ImBlackInTech’s monthly mixer event convenes the local entrepreneurial community in support of the growth of founders and professionals of color in the Triangle’s tech startup ecosystem. More coverage here.

Launch Greensboro ‘tbd’ Event

March 20, 5-7 p.m. @Co//ab

Launch Greensboro is launching a new networking and community-collaboration program in 2019 called tbd. Events are held every other month.

Triangle TechBreakfast

March 21, 8-10 a.m. @RTP Headquarters

Developers, designers, startups and tech enthusiasts are invited to join this monthly meetup for free networking over breakfast, plus a series of showcase presentations.

NC Chamber Annual Meeting

March 21, 1-4:30 p.m. @Raleigh Marriott Center City

North Carolina Chamber’s Annual Meeting, the 77th event of its kind, features a keynote address and a celebration of the recipients of the Distinguished Citizenship and Distinguished Service awards.

IdeaFest Pitch Competition

March 21, 1-6 p.m. @Cottontail Weddings & Events in Danville, VA

The Launch Place’s 6th annual IdeaFest competition will feature live presentations from 20 early-stage startup companies seeking seed and pre-seed funding. Three awards are on the table: $5,000 for first place, $3,000 for second and $2,000 for third. This event is free and open to the public. Pitch applications are due February 18.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

March 21, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

March 21, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

hackathonCLT MMXIX

March 22-23 @Discovery Place Science

hackathonCLT, the 7th annual event of its kind, is an opportunity for local hackers, coders, developers, creatives and innovators to put their skills to the test. Over $30,000 in prizes will be awarded to the winning teams.

Triangle Tech Net

March 22, 7:30-10 a.m. @Family Legacy Financial Solutions

This free bimonthly event offers a space for local tech professionals to build connections and find potential job opportunities.

Tech Job Fair: Charlotte

March 22, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Pfeiffer University

NC TECH’s Job Fair series connects local tech talent to the companies and organizations looking to hire in the community.

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

March 22, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

Rural Day 2019

March 26, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. @Raleigh Convention Center

Join the NC Rural Center for a day discussing the pressing issues facing rural communities and engaging with leaders about solutions.

Startup Networking + Pitching + Coffee

March 26, 12-1:30 p.m.

This weekly event brings together local founders and startup teams for introductions and networking. At the event, they can also watch or participate in an online pitch session, joining startups in the StartupBlink network around the world.

Biz & Brews Happy Hour

March 26, 5-6 p.m. @Focal Point Coworking

Focal Point Coworking is hosting Asheville professionals and entrepreneurs for an hour of networking over snacks, local beer and cider.

How to Write an Adaptable & Innovative Business Plan

March 26, 6-8 p.m. @Piedmont Community College, Caswell Campus

This workshop serves as a hands-on introduction to the Business Model Canvas. Learn how to test out your new business plan using this strategy.

Midtown Techies: Meet Your Neighbors in Tech

March 26, 7-9 p.m. @Fox and Hound

Bring your ideas and opinions to the next Midtown Techies meetup. Events are held on the last Tuesday of every month.

Using Data to Drive Growth

March 27, 8-9:30 a.m. @Flywheel Coworking

This workshop shows participants how to collect and interpret real-time data involving customer interaction, so they can better understand consumer behavior and boost their marketing strategy.

Ag Forward: Small Farms Agribusiness Conference

March 27, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. @Carver Lake Venue, Prospect Hill

This event features a day of discussion on whole farm business planning, agritourism and other topics affecting the agribusiness space.

Federal Proposal Writing Workshop (Charlotte)

March 27, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. @UNC Charlotte PORTAL Building

At this free workshop, government counselors from the North Carolina Procurement Technical Center will guide participants through the process of completing their next federal proposal. This event is part of a state-wide series hosted by the Small Business & Technology Development Center. More dates and locations here.

CED Network Meetup & Open House

March 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @The Frontier

Council for Entrepreneurial Development members are invited to an evening of networking every quarter.

Greenville Region Pitch Competition

March 27, 6 p.m. @StillLife

This pitch competition gives Greenville-area entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their business concepts for cash awards and network with other entrepreneurs. Anticipated awards range from $1,000 to $7,000. Applications are due by March 6.

Webinar: NSF SBIR/STTR Program

March 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

The Small Business Technology & Development Center is hosting a free 45-minute webinar session on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding programs.

Skookum Volcano Tour

March 28, 12-1 p.m. @Skookum Charlotte

Join an open tour of the Skookum office to get an introduction to the tech and ideas powering the community. The Skookum team will be available for any questions or comments participants may have. Lunch will be provided.

RIoT Lunch & Learn: System & Organization Control Reporting

March 28, 12-1 p.m. @HQ Raleigh

Join Dan Sembler of Cherry Bekaert as he discusses SOC-1 and SOC-2 reports and how to use them to evaluate vendors.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

March 28, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Held on a weekly basis, this Venture Café event series provides all sorts of programming for Piedmont Triad entrepreneurs and innovators. Every Thursday evening, the community gathers for networking, panel talks, workshops, presentations, product demos, interviews, and more.

Blockchain LKN Labs: Crypto Talks Thursdays

March 28, 6-9 p.m. @Hurt Hub for Entrepreneurship & Innovation

This weekly meetup is an opportunity for fellow blockchain enthusiasts in the Lake Norman area to join together for beer, coffee, tea or food to discuss all-things-blockchain. Topics rotate every week.

Alternative Investments Conference

March 28 @Carolina Inn

UNC Institute for Private Capital’s annual Alternative Investments Conference is a venue for investment managers, institutional investors and academics to network, share ideas and stay updated on the latest industry trends.

Climate City Expo

March 29 – April 7

Climate City Expo (or CCx) is a multi-part, 10-day celebration of Asheville’s creativity, innovation and dedication to climate change awareness. (More coverage here.)

PercCollider Climate Coffee Hour

March 29, 4-5 p.m. @The Collider

The weekly PercCollider event convenes Collider members for networking and collaboration over drinks.

Application Deadline: Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project

March 29

Cleantech innovators are encouraged to apply for the latest round of funding allocations under the Clean Fuel Advanced Technology (CFAT) project, funded by the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) program of the Department of Transportation.

Techstars Startup Weekend Wilmington

March 29-31 @UNCW Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

At this 54-hour immersive Startup Weekend presented by Techstars, Wilmington developers, designers, marketers, students and innovators can collaborate together in teams to start their own projects and pitch their products/services to the audience for feedback.

TechGirlz Workshop: Make a Website Using HTML/CSS

March 30, 12-3 p.m. @NC State College of Engineering

In this workshop, students will learn the basics of HTML and CSS and use them to build their own website.

CCx: Hack

March 31, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. @The Collider

This full-day challenge tasks coders, developers, designers and systems engineers to create climate data solutions using public datasets from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Centers for Environmental Information, based in Asheville.