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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

  • Oct
    16

    Partner Event: (Online) Understanding and Utilizing NAICS Codes

    11:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-16 11:30:00 2024-10-16 12:30:00 Partner Event: (Online) Understanding and Utilizing NAICS Codes Hosted by NC SBTDCNorth Carolina SBTDC's Government Contracting Assistance Program presents Fall 2024 GovCon Connect Series on contracting fundamentals. This session will cover an in-depth review on identifying the right NAICS codes for your business, understanding their importance, and leveraging them for government contracting success. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    16

    Partner Event: Get Your Art Out! An Introduction to Exhibiting in Galleries

    6 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-16 18:00:00 2024-10-16 19:30:00 Partner Event: Get Your Art Out! An Introduction to Exhibiting in Galleries Hosted by Triangle ArtWorksDo you want to exhibit your work and find the whole process intimating? Do you wish that you had more insight on how to get more of your work shown in galleries? Join Jennifer Reis, a practicing and exhibiting artist, and former gallery director with over 20 years of experience, for this participatory workshop designed to prepare you to share your creative practice in contemporary art and craft spaces. Highlights include: Review of diverse exhibition opportunities, Gain valuable insights on navigating the art exhibition process, The importance of creating a consistency body of work, The distinctions between an “artist statement” and “artworkStatement”, Some art photography tips that will show your work in the best light, How to research and perform “reconn” for gallery-artist “fit”, Learn strategies to approach galleries and showcase your work, Best practices for communication, social media, and developing artist-director relationships, Participate in interactive activities to boost your confidence, and Get personalized advice from an experienced artist and educator Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about getting your art out there and taking the next step in your artistic career! EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH OCTOBER 11 $35 GENERAL PRICING THROUGH OCTOBER 15 $45 DAY OF WORKSHOP PRICING $50 This virtual class meets on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 6-7:30pm. The class meets on Zoom. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    16

    Partner Event: Préstamos para empresas pequeñas

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Wake Tech Community College Beltline Education Center
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-16 18:30:00 2024-10-16 19:30:00 Partner Event: Préstamos para empresas pequeñas Hosted by Entrepreneurship and Small Business Center at Wake TechEn este curso aprenderá por qué las empresas piden préstamos, dónde buscar financiamiento y cómo funciona el proceso de préstamos para lograr un resultado más fácil, inteligente y a menudo más exitoso. También le proporcionaremos valiosos recursos disponibles para ayudarle a usted y a su empresa. Por qué las empresas necesitan fondos Dónde encontrar financiamiento Cómo seleccionar el tipo correcto de financiamiento Qué buscan los prestamistas El proceso de préstamos Cómo crear su perfil de préstamos para empresas Próximos pasos después de una decisión de financiamiento 3200 Bush Street, 406D, Raleigh, NC 27609 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    21

    Partner Event: Essential Tour Strategy

    3:50 p.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-21 15:50:00 2024-10-21 16:45:00 Partner Event: Essential Tour Strategy Hosted by Triangle ArtWorksJoin us for a dynamic 55-minute panel discussion where performing artists will gain invaluable insights from a diverse panel of industry experts. This session brings together perspectives from an independent artist, a nonprofit venue presenter, a for-profit venue presenter, and a seasoned booking agent. From navigating the intricacies of planning and scheduling to optimizing performance opportunities to creating a budget, this discussion will crash course the nuts and bolts of crafting successful tour routes. Whether you're an emerging artist seeking guidance or a seasoned professional looking to refine your strategy, this panel promises practical tips, real-world experiences, and collaborative dialogue to help you chart your course for your tour and offer insight on the value of building your artist-presenter network. GENERAL PRICING $7 Panelists include: Nonprofit Venue Presenter: Rae Geoffrey, Managing Director, Wortham Center for the Performing Arts (Asheville, NC) For-profit Venue Presenter: Heather LaGarde, Founder/Co-owner, Haw River Ballroom (Saxapahaw, NC) Booking Agent: Jennifer Morris, Partner, Siegel Artist Management Self-Represented Artist: Christian Tamburr, Percussionist/Vibraphonist, Founder/Producer, Icons of Jazz Series & Sonic Leadership “MBA in a Day” Series This is an IN-PERSON panel discussion to be held in the Carolina Theatre Donor Lounge, Floor 3, 309 W Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701.   This panel discussion is a part of the NC Presenters Consortium ArtsMarket.This registration allows you entry into this professional development panel discussion only. Registration for this panel discussion is NOT required if you are an ArtsMarket conference attendee. Please contact us at artswell@triangleartworks.org if you have any questions. Registration is limited; the meeting room has a seating capacity; so be sure to sign-up today! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    23

    Partner Event: Public Speaking Bootcamp

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Raleigh Founded Gateway
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-23 18:30:00 2024-10-23 19:30:00 Partner Event: Public Speaking Bootcamp Hosted by Harmony NC LGBT Chamber of CommerceLearn from retired NCSU Professors to gain confidence and tools to improve your public speaking and presentation skills to win the new customer deal, be a keynote speaker at the next conference or run your next staff meeting! 2409 Crabtree Blvd Ste 107, Raleigh, NC 27604 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    24

    Partner Event: ¡Construya un Futuro solido para su Negocio!

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    5800 Faringdon Place
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-24 17:30:00 2024-10-24 18:30:00 Partner Event: ¡Construya un Futuro solido para su Negocio! Hosted by Prospera Temas que se repasaran: Como manejar el flujo de caja, seguir desarollando y expandiendo su negocio y como protejer su negocio. Gratis! 5800 Faringdon Place, Raleigh, NC 27609 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    24

    Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-24 17:30:00 2024-10-24 18:30:00 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
  • Oct
    25

    Partner Event: 4th Friday Connections at Dirty Dogs Spa

    9:30 a.m. • Friday
    Dirty Dogs Spa
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-25 09:30:00 2024-10-25 10:30:00 Partner Event: 4th Friday Connections at Dirty Dogs Spa Hosted by Shop Local RaleighGet to know fellow Shop Local Raleigh members and meet local business professionals in a relaxed atmosphere during 4th Friday Connections! Join us in supporting a local business during this monthly meetup and networking event. Each month we will travel to a different host location giving attendees the opportunity to check out a variety of unique businesses that call Wake Co. home. 7490 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Oct
    30

    Partner Event: (Online) Navigating Small Business Certifications

    11:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2024-10-30 11:30:00 2024-10-30 12:30:00 Partner Event: (Online) Navigating Small Business Certifications Hosted by SBTDCNorth Carolina SBTDC's Government Contracting Assistance Program presents Fall 2024 GovCon Connect Series on contracting fundamentals. This session will cover an overview of various small business certifications (e.g., WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone), including the certification process, benefits, and recent updates to ensure compliance. 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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