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Small Business Event Calendar

Events held by local small business partners

Updated: Jun 26, 2024

The City of Raleigh enjoys an ecosystem of support organizations that focus on the success of small business owners. This calendar highlights small business-related events offered by these partners in the City of Raleigh. Event types include:

  • Training & resources
  • Public affairs, annual meetings & expos
  • Grant & funding application dates
  • Vendor or foot traffic opportunities
  • Networking events

  • May
    7

    Partner Event: 1st Wednesday Coffee Meetup

    8:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 08:30:00 2025-05-07 09:30:00 Partner Event: 1st Wednesday Coffee Meetup Hosted by North Raleigh ChamberJoin us for coffee and camaraderie with North Raleigh Chamber members. This monthly event is a great way to engage with other chamber members and learn more about how to get involved in the Chamber while getting to know fellow chamber members and how to partner together to create more business. 6739 Falls of Neuse RdRaleigh, NC 27615 United States  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    7

    Partner Event: Welcome To Entrepreneurship

    5:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 17:30:00 2025-05-07 19:00:00 Partner Event: Welcome To Entrepreneurship Hosted by SCOREThis class is a must for anyone that is thinking about starting a business or has recently launched a business and has questions that need to be answered. We encourage you to bring with you any questions you might have.Durham County Main Library Room 3214300 N Roxboro StDurham, NC 27701  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    8

    Partner Event: The Importance of Coachability: MBA Student-Led Business Analysis for Small Business

    11 a.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-08 11:00:00 2025-05-08 12:00:00 Partner Event: The Importance of Coachability: MBA Student-Led Business Analysis for Small Business Hosted by Wake Tech Small Business CenterLearn about the Business Consulting Practicum provided by the Campbell University Lundy-Fetterman School of Business MBA program from the director of the program and a recent client of the program! Learn about a FREE confidential in-depth analysis & growth strategy from a team of MBA students. This 8 week program is offered three times year! Limited spots available for small business owners if you are coachable and want to help MBA students refine their consulting capabilities. Register now! This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    8

    Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-08 17:30:00 2025-05-08 19:00:00 Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1 Hosted by SCOREStart-up Basics: This introductory workshop focuses on the basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. Start-up Basics provides you with an overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business. In this session, you learn about: the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, the most profitable form for your business, and the fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    10

    Partner Event: Taking the Leap

    10 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-10 10:00:00 2025-05-10 15:00:00 Partner Event: Taking the Leap Hosted by SBTDCEmbarking on a business journey without proper guidance can feel overwhelming. Why take the leap without the essential tools for success? Our Taking the Leap program requires an application for admission! These cohorts offer an opportunity for high-potential startups and founders to network with fellow entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and gain invaluable insights. With a focus on interactive learning, participants will receive personalized guidance from experienced instructors and guest mentors.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    12

    Partner Event: Quickbooks Beginners Training

    9 a.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-12 09:00:00 2025-05-12 12:00:00 Partner Event: Quickbooks Beginners Training Hosted by Women's Business Center of NC Curious if QuickBooks is right for you? This is your chance to find out! Kickstart your QuickBooks journey with our beginner-friendly training session! Learn the essentials to better manage your business finances and streamline your accounting tasks. Requirements: Min. 2 years with registered business For profit business Min. Revenue $50,000 Committ to attend 2 day training in-person in Raleigh NC Dates: May 12th & May 13th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Must have access to a computer/laptop and bring to training Not currently enrolled in Quickbooks 10 seats available Open to the public to apply, however, priority will be given to clients who are currently receiving services or support from the Women's Business Center of North Carolina should we recieve more applications than seats available. WBCNC clients must still meet above requirements to qualify. Application does not guarantee a seat. Bonus: Attend a full Beginner or Intermediate session for a chance to win a free 1-year QuickBooks subscription (for non-current Quickbook users only). City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    13

    Partner Event: Cause Marketing – Do Good AND Do Better

    12 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-13 12:00:00 2025-05-13 13:30:00 Partner Event: Cause Marketing – Do Good AND Do Better Hosted by SCORECause Marketing is a partnership with your for-profit and a local non-profit for ‘mutual profit.’ Studies have shown that you can increase your revenue by 19% and 74% of your customers are interested in more promotion with the charities you support.  Cause marketing offers you opportunities for brand differentiation and employee motivation. But ‘doing well by doing good,’ means doing it right, too.  Learn how to create your own game-changer. Cause Marketing for Independent Business. This Catalyst Signature Program is a DIY class designed to maximize your community involvement AND your company results.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    13

    Partner Event: Alternative Funding Options and How to Be Ready for Them

    6 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-13 18:00:00 2025-05-13 20:00:00 Partner Event: Alternative Funding Options and How to Be Ready for Them Hosted by Wake Tech Small Business CenterEntrepreneurs, don't miss out on vital funding opportunities! Learn about old and new alternative financing and gain the essential knowledge to make your business 'funding-ready' in this comprehensive 2-hour webinar. NOTE: For this webinar, there is a two-step registration process. Once you complete your registration with the Small Business Center (SBC), you should receive a confirmation email from centeric@centeric.ncsbc.net that includes a Zoom link for the second part of the registration process. If you do not see the confirmation message in your inbox, please check your junk/spam folder. In order to receive the video conferencing login information and guarantee your spot for the webinar, you must also register via the Zoom platform. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    14

    Partner Event: Quickbook Advanced Training

    9 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-14 09:00:00 2025-05-14 12:00:00 Partner Event: Quickbook Advanced Training Hosted by Women's Business Center of NC Curious if QuickBooks is right for you? This is your chance to find out! Discover essential tools and time-saving tips to manage your business finances more efficiently and simplify your accounting workflow. Requirements: Min. 2 years with registered business For profit business Min. Revenue $50,000 Committ to attend this 3 day training in-person in Raleigh NC Dates: May 14th, 15th & 16th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Must have access to a computer/laptop and bring to training Not currently enrolled in Quickbooks 10 seats available Open to the public to apply, however, priority will be given to clients who are currently receiving services or support from the Women's Business Center of North Carolina should we recieve more applications than seats available. WBCNC clients must still meet above requirements to qualify. Application does not guarantee a seat. Bonus: Attend a full Beginner or Advanced session for a chance to win a free 1-year QuickBooks subscription (for non-current Quickbook users only). City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    14

    Partner Event: Conceptos Básicos de las Finanzas Empresariales

    9 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-14 09:00:00 2025-05-14 12:00:00 Partner Event: Conceptos Básicos de las Finanzas Empresariales Hosted by Wake Tech Entrepreneurship and Small Business CenterEste es un evento en persona. Únase a nosotros para conocer los conceptos básicos de las finanzas comerciales, parte del programa Bank on Your Success de Truist. Esta sesión interactiva le mostrará cómo desarrollar, gestionar y proteger su negocio en el próximos años. En este curso, aprenderá los elementos clave de los conceptos básicos de finanzas comerciales para administrar su flujo de caja, explorar maneras de expandir su negocio y comprender los seguros para su negocio. También le proporcionaremos valiosos recursos que usted y su negocio pueden aprovechar. • Mejorar el flujo de caja de su negocio • Seguir desarrollando y expandiendo su negocio • Proteger su negocio City of Raleigh America/New_York public

Contact

 

Jocelyn Sanchez
Small Business and Workforce Development Analyst
jocelyn.sanchez@raleighnc.gov
984-220-2958

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