CED Celebrates 40th Birthday Bash with an 80s Throwback Party!

Research Triangle Park, NC, September 23, 2024 – Get ready for a night of nostalgia and celebration as CED (Council for Entrepreneurial Development) marks 40 incredible years of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community! On October 15th, 2024, join us at the scenic Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary, NC, for an unforgettable evening that honors four decades […]

CED Announces Eighth GRO Incubator Cohort: Eight High-Potential Startups Set to Drive Innovation in Tech and Med Device Industries

Research Triangle Park, NC, August 29 , 2024 – The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) is excited to announce the eight innovative companies that have been accepted into its GRO Incubator for the eighth cohort. This group includes seven technology companies and one medical device company, each selected for their potential to make a significant […]

Unlocking Growth: CED Opens Applications for 15 Scholarships to BoS USA 2024

CED is excited to announce the opening of applications for 15 scholarships to the Business of Software (BoS) USA 2024 conference, taking place in Raleigh, NC, from September 23 – 25. This marks the third year of our partnership with BOS, reflecting our commitment to fostering growth and education within North Carolina’s tech community. Our […]

CED to Host Demo Day for GRO7 Cohort

Research Triangle Park, RTP, NC, May 28, 2024 — The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) is thrilled to announce the upcoming GRO Incubator Demo Day, scheduled for June 27th, 2024, at Longfellow’s Discovery at Perimeter Park location in Morrisville, NC. After 13 weeks of dedication and perseverance, the latest cohort of entrepreneurs is primed to […]

CED Unveils Largest GRO Incubator Cohort Yet: Fourteen Innovative Startups Ready to Revolutionize Tech and Life Sciences

CED accepts fourteen companies into its seventh incubator cohort. The cohort is split between life sciences and technology/software companies. Research Triangle Park, NC, April 17, 2024 – The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) announced the fourteen new companies that have been accepted into its GRO Incubator. The participating companies represent a diverse array of industries, […]

High Growth North Carolina Companies Still Produce $1.6 billion in Funding in Challenging 2023 Venture Capital Climate

Research Triangle Park, NC. February 27, 2024 — The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) released its annual Venture Report of equity funding for calendar year 2023. Each year since 2000, CED has tracked the investments in North Carolina-headquartered, high-growth companies. In 2023, a total of 214 deals cumulatively raised $1.6 billion, down from the elevated, record […]