On the horizon: Startup Weekend Davidson, State of Mobility, Seed the South + more events across NC in January

Plenty of technology and life science events and deadlines are on tap for January, 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 two-part list of December events in the Triangle and in other metros across North Carolina. We’ve also put together a list of upcoming holiday events.

And, check out our list of over 100 meetups in the Triangle.

These columns accompany our interactive calendar, along with a comprehensive resource package for startups in the Triangle.

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

Larger Than Life Science

January 2, 4-7 p.m. @The Chesterfield

Meet fellow entrepreneurs, get tips on growing your company and network with members of the life science community at Larger Than Life Science, a free event presented by LaunchBio.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

January 2, 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.

Triangle Tech Net

January 3, 7-10 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.

Cary Chamber Economic Forecast Breakfast

January 3, 7:30-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club

At this event, NC State University economist Michael Walden will present his annual economic forecast update.

Friday Force: Twitter for the Good of Your Business

January 3, 12-1:15 p.m. @Cary Chamber of Commerce

This 75-minute workshop hosted by Cary Chamber of Commerce will show participants how to use Twitter to share information, establish credibility, partner with key organizations and create a following for their business.

On the Menu: Scrappy Marketing

January 6, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. @The Frontier

In this workshop, Noel & Co CEO Christina Noel will show participants how to establish a strong marketing presence on a budget. A complementary lunch will be provided.

18th Annual Economic Forecast Forum

January 7, 10:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center

Join hundreds of business, government, education and nonprofit leaders for an event discussing North Carolina’s positioning for the next year of job creation, job retention and quality of life.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

January 8, 7:30-9 a.m. @Hurt Hub @Davidson

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.

Charlotte PitchBreakfast

January 8, 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.

How to WIN SBIR/STTR Grants (Greensboro Seminar)

January 8, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @UNC Greensboro

First Flight Venture Center’s FAST program features three education seminars in Asheville, Greensboro and Wilmington, covering all aspects of how to strategically approach obtaining funding from the SBIR/STTR program. Companies can apply to be a part of FFVC’s 2020 FAST cohort by January 15.

1 Million Cups Asheville

January 8, 9-10 a.m. @East Fork

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.

Smart Series: Productivity & Time Management Strategies

January 8, 12-1 p.m. @Asheville Chamber

This workshop will cover time management skills and tricks, strategies for prioritizing business needs, how to use a planner, and more.

Raleigh Chamber Young Professionals Network

January 9, 7:30-9:30 a.m. @PNC Arena

Raleigh Chamber’s Young Professionals Network is invited to a morning social at the PNC Arena.

Launch 2020

January 9, 2-5 p.m. @Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts

Raleigh Chamber’s Launch 2020 program features several lightning-style talks from top business leaders in the Triangle.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

January 9, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Asheville Chamber Business After Hours

January 9, 5:30-7 p.m. @Daphne at Twisted Laurel

Join Asheville Chamber for its Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Daphne at Twisted Laurel. Light refreshments will be provided.

Get2Know NC TECH Webinar

January 10, 9-9:30 a.m.

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

2019: A Year in Review

January 10, 4-6 p.m. @HQ Capital Club

Join HQ Raleigh in celebrating its impact on the Raleigh community and beyond this year.

Application Deadline: 2020 Capital Connects

January 10

Capital Connects (held March 4 in Union Square) provides education opportunities for investors and connections to entrepreneurs seeking capital for their company. Startups will present eight-minute pitches, competing for a $7,500 award package.

Application Deadline: NCSSM Entrepreneurship Fellowship

January 10

The NC School of Science and Mathematics‘ Entrepreneurship Fellowship program places a cohort of rising NCSSM seniors into local startups for a five-week internship in summer 2020. During the program, fellows live at the school and will be provided transportation to/from their startup. They’ll also participate in events that expose them to tech entrepreneurship. NCSSM is seeking startups that are interested in hiring fellows for the program.

Working Within Regulatory Boundaries to Win in Medical Product Development

January 11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. @Duke Schiciano Auditorium

Duke University is hosting a free workshop on regulatory requirements/considerations in medical product development. This event is open to Duke faculty/staff and students. Lunch will be provided.

How to WIN SBIR/STTR Grants (Asheville Seminar)

January 14, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @The Collider

Small Business Federal Certifications Workshop

January 14, 9-11 a.m. @U.S. SBA North Carolina District Office

Join this workshop to learn about the various federal certifications you may be eligible for to sell your goods and services.

Lunch & Learn: IP Strategies for Small Businesses

January 14, 12-1 p.m. @Launch Factory

At this lunch and learn, Michael Steel and Igor Ozeruga of Tarolli will discuss how small businesses and startups can partner with a law firm on IP matters.

Pints & Pitches Chapel Hill

January 14, 6-7:30 p.m. @The Pit Chapel Hill

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

Application Deadline: 2020 UNC Health Innovation Pilot Awards

January 14

UNC’s Center for Health Innovation is offering internal pilot funding to UNC Health Care and UNC School of Medicine employees for innovative technologies serving care delivery models and pathways, workforce development, translational research and other applications.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

January 15, 7:30-9 a.m. @Hurt Hub @Davidson

1 Million Cups Asheville

January 15, 9-10 a.m. @East Fork

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.

Lunch & Learn: IP Strategies for Small Businesses

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

At this lunch and learn, Michael Steel and Igor Ozeruga of Tarolli will discuss how small businesses and startups can partner with a law firm on IP matters.

Map the System Global Challenge Info Session @UNC

January 15, 12:15-1:15 p.m. @Graham Memorial

Join Social Innovation @ UNC for an information session about Map the System, a global competition culminating in a pitch event at Oxford University.

Packard Place Public House

January 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Packard Place

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: Carolina Challenge Makeathon

January 15

Makers and innovators are invited to apply to UNC’s Carolina Challenge Makeathon, which runs from January 26 to February 9. Participants will attend several workshops and mentor meetings, all culminating in a final pitch competition with $11,000 in prizes up for grabs.

Application Deadline: 2020 FAST Cohort

January 15

First Flight Venture Center’s first FAST cohort will include up to 30 science-focused companies who will receive an extensive grant-readiness evaluation bootcamp in February 2020, as well as expert coaching and mentoring on developing a competitive SBIR/STTR phase 1 application. Apply by January 15.

FREEDM Systems Center Basic & Advanced Microgrids Short Course

January 15-17 @PowerAmerica

NC State faculty and industry representatives will lead a course equipping engineering professionals, program managers, system integrators and utility engineers with essential knowledge about basic and advanced microgrids.

NC SBTDC’s Becoming an Investor-Ready Entrepreneur (Danville, VA)

January 16, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. @RCATT Regional Center for Advanced Technology & Training

In this full-day educational event, hosted by The Launch Place, entrepreneurs will learn how the investment process works and find out what investors are looking for. These insights will help participants prepare for raising capital with an insider’s perspective in mind.

Healthy Charlotte: Pathway to Workplace Policy

January 16, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. @The Employers Association

This free lunch and learn features a guided conversation on how employers can create a tobacco-free worksite policy and/or update their current smoke-free policy to include vaping and e-cigarettes.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

January 16, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Bunker Connect Raleigh-Durham: A Community of Resources

January 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Loading Dock Raleigh

Bunker Labs Raleigh-Durham is introducing Bunker Connect, a Bunker Labs and Schultz Family Foundation initiative, to promote personal and professional development in the local military community.

Triangle Tech Net

January 17, 7-10 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.

Raleigh Chamber Coffee with Leaders

January 17, 7:30-9 a.m. @Raleigh Chamber

Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s “Coffee with Leaders” series features local business leaders sharing their experiences and support of the small business community.

State of Mobility 2020: RTA 18th Annual Meeting

January 17, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. @Embassy Suites Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle

The Regional Transportation Alliance’s 18th annual meeting features the latest transportation trends and insights, and talks on the opportunities and challenges impacting the Triangle in the next year.

Application Deadline: NC IDEA Internship Program for Under-Represented Student Entrepreneurs

January 17

In summer 2020, NC IDEA will be offering a paid internship for under-represented students. The goal of the program is to create a more diverse group of future entrepreneurs in North Carolina.

Application Deadline: Incubatenergy Labs

January 17

During this program, early-stage companies will work with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and a group of leading utilities to deploy innovative solutions in targeted areas. Up to 20 applicants will be invited to a kickoff pitch event and expo at EPRI’s Electrification 2020 International Conference and Exposition, held April 6-9 in Charlotte.

IdeaFest Pitch Competition Applications Open

January 20

At The Launch Place’s 7th annual IdeaFest on April 2, a group of 20 startups will get to present their pitches to a live audience and panel of judges, competing for a total of $10,000 in prizes. Pitch applications are due March 2.

Bunker Brews CLT: 20/20 – An Entrepreneur’s Vision for the Roaring 20s

January 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @Tabbris Coworking

Bunker Labs Charlotte is hosting a meetup discussing some of the major opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs in North Carolina in 2020, along with the resources available to help them achieve their goals.

Spacewalk 2020 + The Pragmatic Programmer & Andy Hunt

January 21, 6-8 p.m. @Carolina Theater

During this special event, All Things Open will announce several new projects they’ve been working on for a while now, including a new direction for allthingsopen.org, and they’ll give attendees a quick overview 2020 plans.

Charlotte Innovation Week

January 21-24

For the first time, Charlotte’s community of investors, innovators and startup supporters will gather for a week of startup-focused events hosted by local companies and groups.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

January 22, 7:30-9 a.m. @Hurt Hub @Davidson

Cary Chamber Breakfast with the Mayor

January 22, 7:30-9 a.m. @Prestonwood Country Club

Join Cary Chamber of Commerce to hear Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht recap the previous year’s happenings and provide a look at upcoming plans for 2020.

1 Million Cups Asheville

January 22, 9-10 a.m. @East Fork

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.

NAWBO Raleigh Business Luncheon

January 22, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. @Sheraton Imperial Hotel RDU

The Raleigh chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is hosting a luncheon with Suzanne Evans, who will present a talk on decision-making and business success.

Application Deadline: Duke Student Founders Program

January 22

Open to all Duke students, this program provides experiential education, mentoring, community, resources and even grants to individuals who are interested in creating a product or service, testing a pilot, and someday launching their own startup.

Seed the South

January 22-23 @Foundation For the Carolinas

Seed the South is an upcoming pitch competition and investor symposium featuring promising early-stage startups in the Charlotte innovation ecosystem. (Interested entrepreneurs should apply to pitch by December 1.)

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

January 23, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

2020 NC TECH Outlook for Tech

January 24, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. @Sheraton Charlotte Convention Center

In this annual event, the North Carolina Technology Association (NC TECH) will present the trends and forecasts to shape the next year in technology.

Connect, Engage, Transform Conference

January 24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. @UNC Friday Center

The CET Conference brings together stakeholders from UNC and North Carolina’s rural communities to encourage sustainable collaborations for the public good. The keynote speaker is Dorian Burton, assistant executive director for the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust.

Marketing to the Federal Government: Capture Management

January 28, 10-11 a.m. @U.S. SBA North Carolina District Office

The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a free seminar (available both in person and via webinar) covering all the different ways to market your company to the federal government.

Midtown Techies: Meet Your Neighbors in Tech

January 28, 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.

1 Million Cups Lake Norman

January 29, 7:30-9 a.m. @Hurt Hub @Davidson

1 Million Cups Asheville

January 29, 9-10 a.m. @East Fork

Asheville’s startup community meets weekly to hear presentations and support one another in continuing to grow.

2020 NC STIR Briefing

January 30, 8:30-10 a.m. @Research Triangle Foundation

At this event, NC TECH will release its sixth annual State of Technology Industry Report and Tech Directory, capturing North Carolina’s tech sector and including a directory of all NC TECH members.

Skookum Volcano Tour

January 30, 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.

Venture Café Thursday Gathering

January 30, 5-8 p.m. @Bailey Power Plant

Cape Fear Women’s Summit

January 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @nCino

Several Wilmington-based women’s networking groups are teaming up to create one of the largest networking events Wilmington has ever seen. This is an opportunity to connect with local professional women, senior execs and startup founders, entrepreneurs and engineers.

Triangle Tech Net

January 31, 7-10 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.

Application Deadline: ScaleUp WNC 2020 Program

January 31

This highly competitive program, presented by Mountain BizWorks, provides mentorship and technical assistance to 15 western North Carolina-area startups who are interested in establishing strategy and implementation for their growth.

Application Deadline: UNC KickStart Commercialization Grant Awards

January 31

From UNC’s Office of Technology Commercialization, this quarterly grant program offers non-dilutive funding—from $5,000 to $50,000—to assist UNC faculty-led startups in commercializing their products.

Techstars Startup Weekend Davidson

January 31-February 2 @Hurt Hub @Davidson

During this three-day event, participants will join together to form a team, create a prototype, validate their ideas and receive feedback from entrepreneurs.