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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
    28

    Partner Event: Business After Hours

    5:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-28 17:30:00 2025-05-28 19:30:00 Partner Event: Business After Hours Hosted by North Raleigh Chamber Join us for the North Raleigh Chamber of Commerce's monthly Business After Hours—a perfect opportunity for members and non-members alike to connect, collaborate, and expand their networks! Enjoy an evening of relaxed networking, where you can meet new people, strengthen existing relationships, and explore potential business opportunities. This casual, after-work event is designed to bring together professionals from diverse industries across the North Raleigh area.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    3

    Partner Event: GrowthWheel Tools for Small Businesses - Organization: Ownership & Board

    10:45 a.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-03 10:45:00 2025-06-03 11:45:00 Partner Event: GrowthWheel Tools for Small Businesses - Organization: Ownership & Board Hosted by SBAThis class is designed to empower small business owners at any stage of the business life cycle with the skills and tools to enhance their strategies. Through this comprehensive program, entrepreneurs will learn to apply decision sheets, articles, and frameworks from the GrowthWheel platform to elevate their business operations and decision-making skills. June's Topic is Organization: Ownership & Board City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    3

    Partner Event: Separating Business and Personal Finances

    12 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-03 12:00:00 2025-06-03 13:00:00 Partner Event: Separating Business and Personal Finances Hosted by SCOREIt’s not personal, it’s business. This session will help you learn the whys and hows of separating your business and personal finances that can set you and your business up for success. We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    4

    Partner Event: 1st Wednesday Coffee Meetup

    8:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-04 08:30:00 2025-06-04 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.325 Spectrum Dr Suite 100Knightdale, NC 27545 United States City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    4

    Partner Event: Business Tax Essentials with NCDOR

    12 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-04 12:00:00 2025-06-04 14:00:00 Partner Event: Business Tax Essentials with NCDOR Hosted by SBTDCThis webinar will cover the basic requirements to help NC businesses understand the laws and obligations necessary to be a tax compliant business. Participants will learn about filing and administrative requirements, the basics of NC sales & use tax law, and the basics of NC withholding tax law in addition to receiving directions for completing sales tax and withholding returns and for filing and paying online. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    4

    Partner Event: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know about the SBA

    6 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-04 18:00:00 2025-06-04 19:30:00 Partner Event: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know about the SBA Hosted by SBAJoin us as we embark on an informative journey into the heart of the U.S. Small Business Administration with our in-depth exploration of the SBA and its impact on entrepreneurs.  The SBA maintains a vital role as a resource for entrepreneurs and small business owners. This presentation will not only offer motivational successes of SBA contributions in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, it will pave the way to your understanding of everything SBA! Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Sarah Espinosa at 910-672-2683 or sespinos@uncfsu.edu. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    5

    Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-05 17:30:00 2025-06-05 19:30:00 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
  • Jun
    10

    Partner Event: Federal Certifications WOSB, 8(a), VOSB VetCert, HUBZone

    9 a.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 09:00:00 2025-06-10 11:00:00 Partner Event: Federal Certifications WOSB, 8(a), VOSB VetCert, HUBZone Hosted by SBADid you know last year the Federal government purchased 700 billion dollars’ worth of goods and services from U. S. businesses? Get your share! Every year the Federal government aims to utilize small businesses for at least 23% of its total spending. Come join the North Carolina District Office on the second Tuesday of every month to learn about the SBA’s contracting certification programs. You can gain a competitive edge to sell to the Federal government. We will discuss the benefits of the 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), HUBZone, and Veteran Small Business certifications. You will learn about the new application platform MySBA Certifications, eligibility, and how to apply for up to 4 certifications at one time! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    10

    Partner Event: North Carolina Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Certification

    12 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 12:00:00 2025-06-10 13:30:00 Partner Event: North Carolina Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Certification Hosted by SBAJoin our expert business counselors in this step-by-step workshop to complete the HUB certification process for your business. This workshop also covers NC eVP and SWUC registration. Whether you’re tech-savvy or not, we’re here to help! Please review the information below carefully before registering. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jun
    11

    Partner Event: Business Case for Supplier Diversity

    10 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-06-11 10:00:00 2025-06-11 11:20:00 Partner Event: Business Case for Supplier Diversity Hosted by NC Chamber of Commerce What does supplier diversity look like in action—and what’s the real business impact? Find out during our complimentary webinar, “The Business Case for Supplier Diversity,” on Wednesday, June 11 at 10 a.m. This virtual session will bring together stakeholders to discuss real-world strategies and success stories from both sides of the supplier relationship. Who should attend? Small and diverse business owners looking to grow and connect with new opportunitiesProcurement and sourcing professionals building inclusive, resilient supply chainsDEI, HR, and People leaders aligning internal strategies with external supplier engagement.This is more than a conversation—it’s an opportunity to understand the real business case for supplier diversity and how it can drive meaningful outcomes for your organization and for North Carolina. 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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