Outdoor Economy Conference 2024
Harrah's Cherokee Conference Center 777 Casino Way, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us at the Outdoor Economy Conference which brings together thought leaders, industry experts and enthusiasts from across the nation to explore, learn and collaborate on fostering a sustainable and thriving outdoor economy. As the nation’s largest outdoor recreation-focused economic development gathering, the Outdoor Economy Conference aims to provide a holistic understanding of the intricate […]
Federal Contracting Series for Small Businesses – 10/22/2024
Catawba Valley Community College 2550 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, United StatesThe North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host the following collaborative in-person trainings across North Carolina during 2024. The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks. REGISTER TO ATTEND Part 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals (one hour). This training explores the […]
Canada’s New CARM Initiative and How it Affects You as a US Exporter
WebinarJoin us for an insightful webinar, presented in collaboration with ITA’s Strategic Partner FedEx, to learn about Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM). On October 21, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system will become the official system of record for the accounting and […]
Taking the Leap for Military Entrepreneurs
Veterans Business Outreach Center 1073 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC, United StatesFor Active, Reserve, Spouse and Veteran Apply Now for the SBTDC’s Taking the Leap to Kickstart Your Business Venture Embarking on a business journey without proper guidance can feel overwhelming. Why take the leap without the essential tools for success? REGISTER TO ATTEND Our Taking the Leap program requires an application for […]
Department of Energy funding for emerging businesses
WebinarEva Garland Consulting (EGC) is pleased to present a three-part Fall 2024 Grant Webinar Series. This series is part of EGC’s continued commitment to providing valuable insights about the non-dilutive funding landscape to the scientific and entrepreneurial communities. REGISTER TO ATTEND September 18 - Harvesting America’s Seed Fund: Guidance for navigating the NSF’s SBIR […]
Investor-Ready Entrepreneur Webinar
WebinarAre You an Investor-Ready Entrepreneur? When it comes to working with investors, new entrepreneurs are at a disadvantage: They often have misconceptions about the process, do not understand the concept of stage-appropriate capital, and do not understand investor expectations. REGISTER TO ATTEND The Investor-Ready Entrepreneur program levels the playing field, educating and preparing […]
Women of Manufacturing Conference
Rhoades Conference Center in the Robert L Strickland Center 1615 Miller Street, Winston-Salem, NC, United StatesIn celebration of Manufacturing Month, Forsyth Tech is proud to host the "Women of Manufacturing" conference. This one-day event aims to empower and inspire women in the manufacturing industry by providing a platform to share experiences, build skills, and explore career opportunities. Attendees will have the chance to network with local employers, participate in workshops, […]
How to Succeed as a Supplier in the Electric Vehicle Industry Webinar
WebinarEVs not only change how we drive, but also how we manufacture automobiles. Gain insights on changes, challenges, and opportunities in the industry. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable knowledge! REGISTER TO ATTEND Engage experts in business, manufacturing, and research: Geoff Foster, CEO – Core Technology Molding Corporation […]
Industry Expansion Solutions: Cyber Awareness Month Lunch & Learn – Charlotte, NC
The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United StatesManufacturers are a key part of the North Carolina economy and should be aware of the growing threat of cyber-attacks. A single cyber breach can cause loss of confidential data, disruption of production, revenue loss, impact of up and downstream partners, and even put a company out of business. In this lunch & learn we […]
FFVC: Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest
First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesJoin us for a fun evening and get creative this Halloween. Please bring a pumpkin to carve or paint. It will be a smashing good time! REGISTER TO ATTEND
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
SEUS Japan 2024
Charlotte Convention Center 501 S College Street, Charlotte, NC, United StatesGrow your Japanese business connections this October when the Southeast U.S./Japan Conference comes to Charlotte. The 46th Annual Joint Meeting between the Southeast U.S./Japan Association (SEUS/Japan) and its Japanese counterpart, the Japan/U.S. Southeast Association (Japan/USSE), the conference is intended to encourage foreign direct investment (FDI) from Japanese companies, as well as strengthen export ties […]
Milipol Qatar
Doha, Qatar Doha, QatarMilipol Qatar is known for the professionalism, the quality of attendees, and for showcasing the latest innovative products and services in all fields of public and industrial security. The event provides access to the Middle East security markets and enables key international industry players to meet in a fast-developing environment with medium- to long-term economic […]
Growth Strategies for U.S. Manufacturers: Resources and Best Practices in Growing Sales via Global Market Engagement
WebinarCelebrate Manufacturing Month 2024 and join us for this unique opportunity to learn about tools and strategies that can take U.S. manufacturers to next level sales success! NIST MEP is collaborating with the Small Business Administration (SBA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), U.S. Commercial Service and Census Bureau on a webinar featuring strategies […]
Defense Industrial Supply Chain (DISC) Summit
For more information or to register, visit: https://industrial.ncmbc.us/ The Offices of US Senator Thom Tillis and US Senator Ted Budd, the North Carolina Military Business Center and the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Office (DEFTECH) will host the Defense Industrial Supply Chain (DISC) Summit at the Harris Conference Center in Charlotte, NC. When. October 29-30, 2024 […]
2024 Global Lumber Export Conference
Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC, United StatesJoin us for the 2024 Global Lumber Export Conference on October 30 at the Greensboro Koury Convention Center. REGISTER TO ATTEND The day will include: Opening Remarks NC Ports Updates Export Resources Market Report and Trends Global Market Panel Discussion Lunch (provided) One-on-One Buyers Meetings
Export Coffee Talk | Japan Biotech Panel | Market Entry Insights
RTP Headquarters – Board Room 700 Park Offices Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesJoin us in-person or virtually Thursday, October 31, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm ET for a special hybrid Export Coffee Talk in RTP. The panel will provide drug development and market entry insights focused on Japan’s biotechnology industry. The information would benefit biotech companies that aim to enter Japanese and Asian markets and contract […]
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
Understanding and Utilizing Matchforce.org
Virtual - ZoomThe North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Understanding and Utilizing MatchForce.org” virtually. This training is a comprehensive guide to using MatchForce as a tool for finding federal contracting opportunities and doing market research. In this training you will learn how MatchForce can be utilized to: match your business to contract opportunities automatically; effectively […]
FFVC 2024 High Flyer Awards Luncheon
Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Parkway, Cary, NC, United States2023 High Flyer Awards Luncheon SOLD OUT EVENT 300 guests from the innovation ecosystem 2024 High Flyer Awards Luncheon is an event not to be missed. Contact Andrea Conner to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. EMAIL ANDREA HERE
Trenching and Excavation Basics
Virtual - ZoomFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit) Join our upcoming webinar on Trenching and Excavation Basics! If you're involved in construction, civil engineering, or any industry that involves trenches or excavations, this webinar is a must-attend. Lance McClure will provide you with essential knowledge and best practices to ensure worker safety and […]
Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) 2024
Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV, United StatesThere is no other trade show on the planet where you can see thousands of product innovations from new and iconic exhibitors, experience the latest custom vehicle trends, get access to 99+ free professional skill-enhancing education sessions and make career-changing connections. REGISTER TO ATTEND
SEMA Show
Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV, United StatesThe SEMA Show is the best place to see thousands of the newest automotive performance products from new and iconic exhibitors, discover the latest product and vehicle trends, and develop essential skills by attending any one of the 99+ free education sessions – all of which are led by top industry professionals. REGISTER TO […]
Test Flight Pitch Practice at First Flight (HYBRID)
First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesTest Flight is a startup community building event with the purpose of raising the bar for pitches in our region. We host it on the First Tuesday of every month. Just about every early-stage startup knows they will need to hone their pitch to potential investors, customers and other interested parties. But where can you […]
Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors
Virtual - ZoomThe North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually. This training focuses on real world tips, tricks, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime […]
From Genomes to Phenomes: Ensuring Sustainability Amid Rapid Environmental Change
North Carolina Biotechnology Center 15 TW Alexander Drive, Durham, NC, United StatesJoin us as we apply a genetics lens to crop and animal production with a focus on sustainability. At this event, the focus will be on understanding how plant and animal genetics are expressed in, or modified for, different production systems. Meet academic-industry teams that are bridging the gap between genetics and consumer-friendly traits […]
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
Rebuild Ukraine | Poland Trade Mission
Warsaw. Poland Warsaw, PolandNorth Carolina will lead a group of five North Carolina manufacturers to Warsaw, Poland in November 2024. The trip will include personalized B2B meetings with Polish companies and exhibition space at the Rebuild Ukraine trade show. North Carolina will have dedicated space for our manufacturers at the Rebuild Ukraine trade show. The focus of the […]
Medica
Duesseldorf, Germany Duesseldorf, GermanyMEDICA in Düsseldorf is one of the largest medical B2B trade fairs in the world, hosting more than 5,300 exhibitors from almost 70 countries and 83,000 visitors. A wide range of innovative products and services from the fields of medical imaging, laboratory technology, diagnostics, health IT, mobile health as well as physiotherapy/orthopedic technology and medical […]
Smart Sensors…Your Smart Manufacturing Journey Starts Here!
Virtual - ZoomWho Should Attend Electrical Engineers, Process Engineers and Technicians. REGISTER TO ATTEND Vehicles, appliances and even toys now leverage seamless internet connectivity and take advantage of many innovative sensing technologies that were once considered too expensive to add to standard product configurations or excessive… “Who needs that anyway?”. Robber sensing technologies are credited […]
CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance – 11/15/2024
Technology Education Development Center 49 East Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesJoin the North Carolina Military Business Center and North Carolina State University for a "CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance" on either November 15 in Flat Rock, North Carolina or December 3 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Goals Prepare defense contractors for their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessments by providing them with the […]
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
Cape Fear Community College Mfg. Day Expo
Cape Fear Community College 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC, United StatesThe Manufacturing Day Expo will be 11/15/24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The size of this event is growing and will be a great opportunity for your business to showcase current openings to CFCC students/graduates and the general public as well as to engage middle and high school students to begin thinking about career […]
Save the Date for the Next Cape Fear Manufacturing Partnership Meeting
Sany America Corp 202 Raleigh Street, Wilmington, NC, United StatesIn addition to a tour of Sany’s new facility and our usual networking time we will be treated to a presentation by The Cape Fear Workforce Development Board in partnership with Apprenticeship NC. There are many opportunities for local businesses to connect with potential team members through apprenticeship programs. This is an old concept that’s […]
NC IDEA Ecosystem Summit 2024
Embassy Suites by Charlotte, Concord 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr NW, Charlotte, NC, United StatesNC IDEA will host its 6th annual Ecosystem Summit on November 19-20, 2024 in the Charlotte region. The Summit is the only statewide conference that brings together diverse leaders to address what is needed to support all entrepreneurs and create a shared vision of making our state the best place to start and grow a […]
Federal Food Symposium
Fayetteville, NC Fayetteville, NC, United StatesThe Federal Food Symposium connects the Department of Defense and federal subsistence buying and R&D agencies with food producers, growers and R&D entities in the southeast. REGISTER TO ATTEND
First Flight “Itineraries” features Phase, Inc. (HYBRID)
First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesFirst Flight Venture Center is delighted to host lunchtime programs, "Itineraries" that offer a chance for members of the First Flight community and broader innovation ecosystem to learn about the work of early-stage science-focused companies, network and have some fun at the same time! An Itinerary is ‘a planned route or journey’ and this program […]
2024 Moore Entrepreneurial Summit: New Horizons
The Fair Barn 200 Beulah Hill Rd S, Pinehurst, NC, United StatesLooking for ways to use technology to market your business? Then join us at the 2024 Moore Entrepreneurial Summit on November 19 at 6 p.m. at The Fair Barn in Pinehurst. Experts will share the latest artificial intelligence (AI), social media, and ecommerce tools that small businesses can integrate into their marketing strategies to […]
Federal Contracting Series for Small Businesses – 11/21/2024
South Piedmont Community College, Tyson Family Center for Technology, Classroom 1407 3509 Old Charlotte Highway, Monroe, NC, United StatesThe North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host the following collaborative in-person trainings across North Carolina during 2024. The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks. REGISTER TO ATTEND Part 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals (one hour). This training explores the […]
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]
Defense Manufacturing Conference
Austin Convention Center 500 E. Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX, United StatesOn behalf of the Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel (JDMTP), and in coordination with ARCTOS, the Department of the Air Force cordially invites you to the Defense Manufacturing Conference (DMC) 2024, in Austin, Texas December 2-5, 2024. REGISTER TO ATTEND DMC is the nation’s annual forum for enhancing and leveraging the efforts of […]
OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics
Virtual - ZoomFREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit) Join our upcoming webinar on OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics and ensure compliance for your business. Learn how to accurately identify recordable incidents, maintain 300 logs, and effectively navigate 29 CFR 1904. Holli Singleton will guide you through the intricacies of OSHA recordkeeping requirements, helping […]
CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance – 12/3/2024
McKimmon Conference and Training Center 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, NC, United StatesJoin the North Carolina Military Business Center and North Carolina State University for a "CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance" on either November 15 in Flat Rock, North Carolina or December 3 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Goals Prepare defense contractors for their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessments by providing them with the […]
Test Flight Pitch Practice at First Flight (HYBRID)
First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesTest Flight is a startup community building event with the purpose of raising the bar for pitches in our region. We host it on the First Tuesday of every month. Just about every early-stage startup knows they will need to hone their pitch to potential investors, customers and other interested parties. But where can you […]
Export Compliance Roadshow: Navigate Global Markets With Confidence
UNC Charlotte DuBuois Center 320 E. 9th Street, Charlotte, NC, United StatesIn today’s quickly evolving regulatory landscape, companies must be aware of evolving USG regulations and ensure that employees receive regular training to remain in compliance. Understanding USG export compliance regulations and putting a proactive export compliance plan in place is critical to mitigating risk. Join the U.S. Commercial Service as we travel across the […]
FFVC: 3rd Annual White Elephant Holiday Party
First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United StatesCome dressed in your ugliest, fluffiest, itchiest Christmas Sweater and bring a wrapped gift. (Less than $10 in value.) Appetizers, sweets and drunks will be provided. Prepare for a fun night and a jolly good time. REGISTER TO ATTEND
DEFTECH Coffee Call
Virtual - ZoomJOIN THE MEETING DEFTECH Early Bird Current Opportunities Overview Fridays: 8–8:30 a.m. Purpose: To provide calendar updates to ongoing defense and industry events. This informal session is for those looking to dive deeper into emerging federal opportunities in a small group setting. Companies will have a chance to ask their questions of the DEFTECH […]