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Small Business Event Calendar

Events held by local small business partners

Updated: Mar 27, 2026

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
    18

    2nd Annual Legal Lift

    McKimmon Conference and Training Center at NC State

    Add to Calendar 2026-05-18 09:30:00 2026-05-18 16:30:00 2nd Annual Legal Lift 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh, NC 27606 City of Raleigh Courtney Jemisonsmallbusiness@raleighnc.gov919-996-3139   America/New_York public
  • May
    19

    Partner Event: Growth & Development Summit 2026

    Add to Calendar 2026-05-19 11:00:00 2026-05-19 16:30:00 Partner Event: Growth & Development Summit 2026 Hosted by Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce  The Growth and Development Summit 2026 will bring together regional leaders committed to shaping the future of Raleigh and Wake County. Join the Chamber and Wake County Economic Development to connect, learn, and lead conversations around growth, infrastructure, housing, transit, and quality of life. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    19

    Partner Event: FAQ's for Tax Pros: Accounting for Restaurants

    Add to Calendar 2026-05-19 18:00:00 2026-05-19 20:00:00 Partner Event: FAQ's for Tax Pros: Accounting for Restaurants Hosted by Wake Tech  This webinar is designed specifically for food business owners like you! We'll break down common tax questions related to restaurants, food trucks, and other food businesses. Learn how to maximize deductions, navigate employee meals and tips, and keep clear records for a smooth tax filing process. Don't let taxes take a bite out of your profits – join us and gain the knowledge you need to save money and run a successful business! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    20

    Partner Event: How To Use Business Credit (in person)

    Add to Calendar 2026-05-20 10:30:00 2026-05-20 12:00:00 Partner Event: How To Use Business Credit (in person) Hosted by Wake Tech  Small business owners and entrepreneurs will learn how to: Build the Foundation: Define the critical steps to effectively build and maintain a robust business credit profile. Measure Up: Understand the essential metrics used to evaluate creditworthiness, including a deep dive into the 5 C's of Credit. Separate & Conquer: Clarify the vital connection—and distinction—between your personal and business credit scores. Be Prepared: Identify every necessary document for fast, successful small business credit applications. Explore Alternatives: Discover viable alternative funding sources beyond traditional loans. Leave with a clear roadmap to maximized funding! Speaker(s): Vice President | Retail Business Development Partner – North Carolina Market Chris Barrett Co-Sponsor(s):  Fifth Third Bank Fee: No Cost THIS IS A LIVE EVENT- NOT A WEBINAR! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    26

    Partner Event: Save Money and Boost Morale for Small Businesses with Commute Smart (online)

    Add to Calendar 2026-05-26 11:00:00 2026-05-26 12:00:00 Partner Event: Save Money and Boost Morale for Small Businesses with Commute Smart (online) Hosted by Wake Tech Is your organization struggling with limited parking, rising costs, or employee burnout? Whether you lead a small business, a local non-profit, or a faith-based community, the way your team gets to work matters. Join us for an interactive webinar to discover how Commute Smart Raleigh can transform your daily operations. We’ll dive deep into the GoPass Program—a powerful tool that allows your employees or members to ride city and regional buses for free, significantly reducing the need for expensive parking spaces and lowering the stress of the daily grind. In this session, you’ll learn how to: • Save Money: Lower your overhead by reducing parking demand and leveraging discounted transit rates. • Boost Retention: Enhance your "benefits package" with free transit and emergency ride-home guarantees. • Go Green: Support Raleigh’s Community Climate Action Plan and earn national recognition as a "Best Workplace for Commuters." • Build Community: See how local churches and organizations are using these programs to make their sites more accessible to everyone. Register today to find out how simple, sustainable commuting can work for you, your business and your employees! For additional Wake Tech offerings, click on this link: WTCC City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    3

    Partner Event: Commercial Real Estate: Lease or Buy, Know Your Options for Small Business

    Add to Calendar 2026-06-03 09:00:00 2026-06-03 12:00:00 Partner Event: Commercial Real Estate: Lease or Buy, Know Your Options for Small Business Hosted by Wake TechInterested in becoming a content creator, but not sure where to start? In this session, content strategist and producer Matias Faundez breaks down what it really takes to build a content business from the ground up. You’ll learn how to choose your niche, create content with purpose, grow an audience, and turn your skills into income. This session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurial creators who want a realistic, practical look at what it takes to build something sustainable.   City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    9

    Partner Event: Content Creation as a Business

    Add to Calendar 2026-06-09 19:00:00 2026-06-09 20:30:00 Partner Event: Content Creation as a Business Hosted by Wake TechInterested in becoming a content creator, but not sure where to start? In this session, content strategist and producer Matias Faundez breaks down what it really takes to build a content business from the ground up. You’ll learn how to choose your niche, create content with purpose, grow an audience, and turn your skills into income. This session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurial creators who want a realistic, practical look at what it takes to build something sustainable.   City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    10

    Partner Event: S-Corp vs. LLC: Descubre como reducir tus impuestos este año

    Add to Calendar 2026-06-10 18:30:00 2026-06-10 19:30:00 Partner Event: S-Corp vs. LLC: Descubre como reducir tus impuestos este año Hosted by Wake Tech Este es un evento en persona. ¡Maximice sus ganancias! LLC vs. Corporación S: Estrategias fiscales para su negocio ¿Sabía que la estructura legal de su empresa podría estar costándole miles de dólares en impuestos innecesarios? Muchos empresarios en el Triangle comienzan como una LLC, pero a medida que su negocio crece, la transición a una Corporación S (S-Corp) puede ser la clave para reducir legalmente el impuesto por trabajo por cuenta propia y proteger más sus ingresos. Acompáñenos en este seminario práctico diseñado exclusivamente para dueños de pequeños negocios que buscan optimizar su salud financiera. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    16

    Partner Event: Virtual Teaching For Artists

    Add to Calendar 2026-06-16 18:00:00 2026-06-16 20:00:00 Partner Event: Virtual Teaching For Artists Hosted by Triangle ArtWorks Do you enjoy teaching your visual art? Do you want to expand your potential audience? Adding video lessons to your offerings might be easier than you think. Video is by far the most effective marketing tool for your brand and can lead directly to increased art sales. Online virtual workshops can be a reliable passive income stream. This virtual class will give you an overview of what it takes to create educational video content that can be used everywhere from live social media events, to Youtube tutorials, to stand-alone On-Demand workshops that generate passive income. We’ll focus on leveraging what you are currently doing as efficiently as possible to create online educational offerings. The needed technical skills for creating videos might seem overwhelming but in reality, your smartphone make filming and editing video content much easier than you think.This class will help you become a proficient, profitable, online educator, sharing what you love to create with a global audience. This 2-hour virtual class with North Carolina fiber artist, and experienced online educator, Lyric Kinard is being offered free, but space is limited. Register now to reserve your spot. 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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