• How to WIN SBIR/STTR Grants – Half-Day Hybrid Presentation

    REGISTRATION OPEN for Hybrid Half-Day Presentation on February 9th from 9AM-12PM EST: First Flight Venture Center has again won a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program grant from the Small Business Administration. The FAST program is meant to increase the number of competitive grant applications for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) […]

  • Propeller Demo Day – AgTech Cohort – HYBRID

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    REGISTER TO ATTEND   First Flight is proud to announce our Demo Day for our first AgTech Propeller Cohort. The Demo Day will be on Friday, October 20 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This will be a hybrid event -- for those who can make it in person, we will meet at First Flight Venture Center […]

  • First Flight Test Pitch (Hybrid)

    Virtual - Zoom

    Test 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 […]

    Free
  • March Madness Open House – Where Innovation Takes Center Court!

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Join us for our 3rd Annual March Madness Open House and take part in an exciting day with our innovation ecosystem.   REGISTER TO ATTEND   The schedule for the day: 9-11 a.m. Ultimate Test Flight Pitch Practice Each regional university will host one seat in the Test Flight pitch practice with our awesome Navigator […]

    Free
  • Boil, Brews & Band

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Join us at First Flight Venture Center for our Annual Boil, Brews & Band event on June 20th from 4-7 p.m. This fun ecosystem-building event is one you do not want to miss!   REGISTER TO ATTEND   The guestlist will comprise an estimated 150 entrepreneurs and their teams of science-based startups from life since, […]

    $38 – $43
  • Deep Tech Workshop Sessions

    Recurring
    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    We are excited to announce the second installment of our acclaimed Deep Tech Workshop Series. Deep Technology is having its moment as developments in AI, robotics, material science, biotech, climate tech, and more open up new opportunities for innovations and investment in deep technologies. This series is tailor-made for entrepreneurs, engineers, investors, and deep tech […]

    $100 – $1000
  • Deep Tech Workshop – Accelorator Program

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    We are excited to announce the second installment of our acclaimed Deep Tech Workshop Series. Deep Technology is having its moment as developments in AI, robotics, material science, biotech, climate tech, and more open up new opportunities for innovations and investment in deep technologies.   REGISTER TO ATTEND   This series is tailor-made for entrepreneurs, […]

  • Midday Learning Break with Siemens

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Lunch & Learn with Siemens   Launching a startup is daunting, but you can solve for future success with software solutions that grow with you, your team and business. Siemens Xcelerator for Startups is a program designed to help startups avoid growing pains with access to scalable, affordable Siemens software. Come and learn how other […]

    Free
  • 2024 NC SBIR Showcase

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Highlighting Success, Sharing Best Practices Complimentary Insights from Expert Panelists This complimentary, half-day series of panel presentations will feature SBIR grant winning companies sharing lessons learned; reverse pitch/advice from SBIR Program Managers at federal agencies; SBIR/STTR program overview and the real story on the odds of winning SBIR grants - all to benefit founders and […]

    Free
  • “Space Grown” Panel at PSI featuring Sierra Space

    Plant Sciences Building Oval Drive, Raleigh, NC, United States

    As humanity prepares to establish colonies on Mars, sustaining life far from Earth is essential. Imagine astronauts thriving on fresh crops grown in space, laying the groundwork for long-term exploration and colonization.   Join us for an inspiring panel discussion as leaders in space agriculture unveil the cutting-edge technologies and innovative techniques being developed to […]

    Free
  • FFVC: Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Join 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

    Free
  • FFVC 2024 High Flyer Awards Luncheon

    Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Parkway, Cary, NC, United States

    2023 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  

    Free
  • FFVC: 3rd Annual White Elephant Holiday Party

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Come 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

  • SBIR/STTR to Launch an R&D Focused Business

    Recurring
    Various NC, United States

    Calling All NC Innovation Entrepreneurs!   The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center, is launching the SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour – a free half-day event series designed to help you launch your innovation-driven business!   Learn about: Non-dilutive SBIR/STTR R&D funding NC matching and incentive programs How to take your idea to market […]

    Free
  • First Flight “Itineraries” (HYBRID)

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    First 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!   REGISTER TO ATTEND   This month, we're excited to bring […]

    Free
  • First Flight’s Propeller Showcase

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    We are excited to invite you to our Propeller Showcase/Demo Day, where two of our Fall Propeller Cohorts will pitch their ventures after completing an intensive six-week accelerator program.   REGISTER TO ATTEND

    Free
  • Test Flight Pitch Practice at First Flight (HYBRID)

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Test 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 […]

    Free
  • Test Flight Pitch Practice at First Flight (HYBRID)

    Recurring
    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Test 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 […]

    Free
  • First Flight “Itineraries” features Phase, Inc. (HYBRID)

    Recurring
    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    First 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 […]

  • March Madness Open House: Where Innovation Takes Center CourtCourt™

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Join us for our 4th Annual March Madness Open House: Where Innovation Takes Center Court™. This dynamic event brings together an ecosystem of high science, high impact entrepreneurs and supporters. The event is scheduled to take place on March 20, 2025.   REGISTER TO ATTEND   SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

    Free
  • 2025 FAST SBIR/STTR Bootcamp

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    35 science-focused startup companies will again be selected for a cohort to attend a 2 Day training program to receive strategic guidance matching company’s technology to appropriate agency, targeted support to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application during the 2024 calendar year and business coaching from “Startup Advisors” serial entrepreneurs, investors and SBIR grant […]

    Free
  • First Flight’s Giving Day

    First Flight Venture Center 2 Davis Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC, United States

    Mark Your Calendar: First Flight's Giving Day is September 19!   Our annual Giving Day is right around the corner. On 9/19, join us in fueling innovation and supporting the next generation of science and tech entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for ways to get involved!

    Free
  • SAVE THE DATE – 2025 High Flyer Awards Luncheon

    Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Parkway, Cary, NC, United States

    Our High Flyer Awards Luncheon is designated to celebrate and honor those companies and individuals who have contributed to the HIGH SCIENCE, HIGH IMPACT, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a whole. This event promises not only a unique platform for world-class networking but also an opportunity to join First Flight Venture Center in celebrating those […]

    Free
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