October headliners, part I: Noteworthy events & program deadlines in the Triangle – WRAL TechWire

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest and greatest meetups, panels, workshops, conferences, application deadlines and all things happening in the entrepreneurial, technology and business communities in the Triangle and across North Carolina.

Following is a list of events coming up across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the greater Triangle area through the end of October. Many events will be held in person, as some organizers are returning to a live format.

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The Launch Places annual Big Launch Challenge event is returning this fall, offering an opportunity for 10 promising startups to compete for $15,000 in prize money. The 2022 Big Launch Challenge will be held on Nov. 17 in RTP.

The Downtown Techies Happy Hour event series is back at Raleighs Lynnwood Brewing Concern. Join to network with peers.

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.

Cary Chambers next economic development meeting will be held at ABBs American headquarters, located in Cary.

NC TECHs Job Expo allows job seekers and employers to connect live via chat and video. Employers will host virtual booths describing employee benefits/perks, job vacancies and more. While the event mainly focuses on candidates seeking tech-related jobs and internships, many employers have openings in non-technical roles.

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.

Featuring panel discussions, networking and more sessions, this event will highlight the importance of manufacturing and technology, and the intersection of the two.

The AgTech Investor Symposium will feature a full day of discussions covering the growing opportunities for agtech deals and investments.

This hybrid workshop will focus on emotional intelligence and leadership, covering its benefits and approaches to managing stress, burnout and other critical challenges, and more.

Join this event to hear pitches from the latest cohort of CEDs 12-week GRO Incubator. (Read more coverage of the participating startups here.)

CEDs GRO incubator selects nine startups here they are

American Underground is hosting a founder-focused happy hour on its rooftop. Join to meet the 10 Black-led startups participating in the annual Black Founders Exchange accelerator, as well as other local entrepreneurs and startup teams from across the Triangle.

This conference, hosted by the NC Global Health Alliance, will bring together business leaders, policymakers, students and researchers to discuss the global impact of North Carolinas health organizations.

Raleigh Chambers next C-Suite Perspectives event will feature a talk from J. Blount Williams, the chairman and CEO of Alfred Williams & Company.

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

Join Raleigh Founded for an evening celebrating its 10th anniversary of serving the Triangles startup and tech communities.

The City of Raleighs Building Up-fit Grant helps fund interior improvements to commercial property owned by local businesses. Applications for the next round of grants are open now.

Raleigh Chamber will bring together local professionals and business leaders for an evening of networking at the states largest indoor shooting range of its kind.

Connect with other nonprofit leaders around the Triangle at Raleigh Foundeds free coworking day, featuring complimentary food, networking and a lineup of programming.

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.

The sixth annual Ecosystem Builders (e.Builders) Forum will convene entrepreneurship ecosystem leaders from around the country to enhance their professional skills and make new connections.

Now in its 5th year, the annual Microbiome Movement Animal Health & Nutrition Summit convenes microbiome experts from livestock, companion animal and aquaculture indications to discuss the latest scientific developments and tackle the industrys challenges.

The NC Biosciences Organization will host its annual meeting this fall, featuring a keynote address, panel discussions and networking.

In this virtual event, NC TECH will present its annual North Carolina Tech Innovation Index, a report detailing how the states metros compare nationally in tech talent supply, talent demand and innovation.

In this in-person workshop, entrepreneur Neal McTighe will lead a panel discussion on business funding opportunities.

The North Carolina Biotechnology Centers Innovation Impact Grant provides up to $150,000 in funding for acquiring research equipment for university core facilities or nonprofit organizations engaged in life science research.

Techstars Startup Weekend returns to the Triangle this month with another 54-hour hackathon focused on social innovation.

NC State students/alumni and employers in the data science field are invited to attend this in-person career expo at the Hunt Library.

NC TECHs Government Vendor Network is a forum for member companies interested in doing business with the state government.

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.

Join this free webinar to learn about the wealth of career and educational opportunities available in the Triangles life science sector.

Raleigh Founded is hosting an Instagram-focused social media strategy session with Emily Winters, founder of The Social Rising.

This webinar will show small business owners and startups how to employ YouTube to boost brand awareness, generate leads, grow sales and connect with audiences.

Cary Chambers next Business of Women event will feature a talk from Meena Patel, owner of the Preston Dental Loft in Cary.

The next RTP180 event will bring in a panel of experts to discuss the latest findings in forensic anthropology, forensic toxicology, thanatology and more.

Hosted by NC State Entrepreneurship, the Albright Entrepreneurs Village, and Women in Science and Engineering, this in-person event will feature a panel discussion with women in leadership and entrepreneurial roles.

The NC Sustainable Energy Associations annual Making Energy Work Conference covers policy areas that are driving North Carolinas clean energy economy, from regulatory reform to policies enhancing access to new technologies.

This virtual lunch and learn will discuss ways to prepare for the impending 5G rollout, the technical challenges involved and more.

In this in-person event, a panel of farmers and food business owners will discuss the industrys impact in the region and throughout North Carolina.

Raleigh Founded will host a Halloween-themed networking event with festive food and drinks, face painting and a costume contest.

ProductCampRTP and PDMA Carolinas are hosting a free virtual conference tailored for professionals who plan, design, build, market or manage a product/service.

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

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.

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October headliners, part I: Noteworthy events & program deadlines in the Triangle - WRAL TechWire