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Small Business Event Calendar

Events held by local small business partners

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
    14
    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
    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
  • May
    17
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-17 10:30:00 2025-05-17 12:00:00 Partner Event: Introduction to Recordkeeping Workshop Hosted by SCORE SCORE Chapel Hill Durham is excited to introduce a workshop for new entrepreneurs or anyone else in need of learning simple record keeping. This course is a hands-on lecture/lab that teaches business owners how to track their cash disbursements and receipts in a simple manner to keep track of profitability on a consistent basis. The workshop requires each student to bring their own laptop computer to the classroom, and have Microsoft Excel loaded onto the computer and functioning properly. A basic understanding of how to use Excel and enter information into a spreadsheet is required to attend.Durham Public Library - Room 4347300 N Roxboro StDurham, NC 27701 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    20
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-20 12:00:00 2025-05-20 13:00:00 Partner Event: Lunch and Learn: SBA Services for Artists Hosted by Triangle ArtWorks Do the recent weather disasters have you worried about how your art business would cope? Do you wonder if a loan could help you grow your business? The Small Business Administration offers loans, funding, training and disaster assistance to small businesses of all types. Join this free lunch-and-learn with SBA District Deputy Director Aregnaz Mooradian to hear about how these programs can be used by artists to support their business growth and professional goals. This free program is part of Triangle ArtWorks Lunch-and-Learn series and is applicable for artists of all disciplines.   City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    20
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-20 12:30:00 2025-05-20 14:30:00 Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1 Hosted by SCORE Start-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
    20
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-20 13:00:00 2025-05-20 14:00:00 Partner Event: Tech Tuesday - Choosing the AI That Works for You Hosted by Shop Local Raleigh These free hour-long webinars are open to all local business professionals and feature a new topic each month presented by a local expert.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    20
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-20 19:00:00 2025-05-20 20:30:00 Partner Event: Niche with Purpose for Coaches and Consultants Hosted by North Carolina Small Business Center Network This 90-minute interactive webinar offers a roadmap for business development success. You'll discover how to define a profitable niche, craft a compelling message that attracts ideal clients, and use authentic conversations to foster lasting relationships. Learn to build a foundation for connection, align your offerings with client goals, and maximize your impact through authentic engagement. 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
    21

    Partner Event: Food Truck Startup

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-21 18:30:00 2025-05-21 20:00:00 Partner Event: Food Truck Startup Hosted by North Carolina Small Business Center Network This interactive seminar provides aspiring food truck entrepreneurs with invaluable insights and practical advice directly from someone who's been in the driver's seat. Join Shalon Maxile of Bundts by Brene, a new food truck owner, for an open "Ask Me Anything" session. Get your burning questions answered on everything from pricing for success and securing permits to marketing your mobile kitchen and navigating the daily grind. This is your chance to learn the real-world realities, challenges, and triumphs of running a successful food truck business from someone who has been there. Come prepared to ask anything and leave with actionable steps to turn your food truck dreams into a delicious reality. THIS IS A LIVE SEMINAR WITH LIMITED SEATING- PLEASE PRE-REGISTER! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    22
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-22 16:00:00 2025-05-22 18:00:00 Partner Event: Mastering Commercial Contracts in the Landscape Industry Hosted by North Carolina Small Business Center Network Description: Unlock the secrets to building a thriving landscaping business with this dynamic seminar by Rod Civis. Learn to navigate commercial contracts, forge key relationships with property managers, HOA boards, and government agencies, and master the art of crafting winning proposals. From private businesses to national chains, discover strategies to secure lucrative contracts and grow your green industry network. Explore contract examples Sustainable landscaping trends  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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Housing and Neighborhoods
Service Categories:
Small Business