CED - Center for Entrepreneurial Development

NCTECH Tech Fest
2026-05-13 - 2026-05-14 | Durham Convention Center, 301 W Morgan St, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Impact Breakfast (Invite Only)
2026-05-13 08:30 (America/New_York) | Apella by Alexandria, 12 Davis Dr, Durham, NC, 27709, United States
In 2025, CED stepped boldly into a new chapter of growth. This annual gathering brings together founders, investors, and community leaders to celebrate progress, recognize key partners, and reflect on a year of growth within the CED ecosystem. Through meaningful connections and inspiring stories, the event highlights impact while looking ahead to what’s next.
Please Note: This is a private, invite-only event. We appreciate your understanding that no exceptions can be made.

NCLifeSci Legislative Reception 2026
2026-05-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Marbles IMAX, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

From Exit to Ecosystem: Why Successful Founders Reinvest in Innovation
2026-05-14 16:00 - 17:30

Quarterly Investor Happy Hour (Invite Only)
2026-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Balentine, 301 Hillsborough St Suite 920, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
An invite-only gathering for local investor friends of CED — a relaxed setting to connect with peers and stay engaged with the region’s startup community.
Attendance is invite-only. To learn more about our ACCELERATE community, visit: https://cednc.org/accelerate/

Startup Weekend Durham VII: The Age of AI
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | American Underground, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Seed the South Capital Summit
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-19 | Bank of America Stadium, 800 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States

Free Coworking at American Underground
2026-05-21, 2026-06-18 | American Underground, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Free Coworking Day at American Underground
2026-05-21, 2026-06-18 | American Underground, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Triangle Business Journal's Empowered Women's Forum
2026-05-21 08:30 - 14:00 | The Umstead Hotel and Spa, 100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513, United States

FFVC's Barbecue, Brews & Band
2026-05-21 16:00 - 19:00

The Coastal Entrepreneur Awards
2026-05-21 18:00 - 21:00

LiLa: Ask Me Anything with Robbie Hardy
2026-05-27 17:30 - 19:30

Triad BioNight 2026
2026-05-27 18:00 - 21:00

International Carrot Conference
2026-06-02 - 2026-06-04

AI for Women Conference
2026-06-02 09:00 - 18:00 | American Underground, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

LiLa: Deal or No Deal? Evaluating the Pitch
2026-06-02 16:30 - 19:30

FORGE CEO Dinner (Invite Only)
2026-06-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Mez Contemporary Mexican, 5410 Page Road, Durham, 27703, United States
An evening designed exclusively for FORGE founders and CEOs—starting with a casual networking hour, followed by facilitated roundtable discussions in industry-specific groups.
Attendance is invite-only and limited. To learn more about FORGE, visit: https://cednc.org/forge/

American Underground Grand Opening & Community Celebration
2026-06-03 16:00 - 19:00 | American Underground, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

First Friday at Raleigh Founded - North Street
2026-06-05, 2026-07-03 | Raleigh Founded – North Street, 509 W North St, Raleigh, 27603, United States

Grep-a-Palooza
2026-06-05 | Durham Convention Center, 301 W Morgan St, Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Free Coworking Day at The Junction
2026-06-05 08:30 - 17:00 | Innovate Carolina, 136 E Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC, 17514, United States

Strength in Numbers: A Personal Brand Refresh (Ticket Required)
2026-06-09 15:00 - 18:00 | 400 H, 400 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
It’s time to show up like you mean it, alongside an incredible community of female-identifying founders, operators, investors, and ecosystem champions!
Our June quarterly event is all about stepping into your power — refreshing how you present yourself, sharpening the story you tell, and building the confidence to own every room you walk into. Whether you’re leveling up your career or simply stepping into your next chapter, leave feeling polished, powerful, and ready to be seen.
Whether you’re a seasoned member or new to Strength in Numbers, this is a great chance to give your personal brand a mid-year refresh.
How do you get an invite? Great question! We have two options:

Strength in Numbers members: FREE. Your Strength in Numbers membership includes complimentary access to this quarterly event. RSVP below.
Non-members: $25. Open to female-identifying founders, operators, investors, and ecosystem champions. Purchase your ticket below, or become a Strength in Numbers member for $49/month to unlock your complimentary access!

AI Unfiltered | Coffee & Conversation
2026-06-10 09:00 - 10:30 | Innovate Carolina, 136 E Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC, 17514, United States

Dig South Tech Summit
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-12

BIO International Convention
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-25

GRO11 Demo Day
2026-06-25 16:30 - 20:30 | North Carolina Central University’s School of Business, 829 E. Lawson Street, Durham, 27701, United States
Join us for an evening celebrating the Spring 2026 GRO Incubator cohort, as founders pitch their startups. Connect with investors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners while enjoying food, drinks, and great conversation. Let’s support the next generation of innovators growing in the Triangle!
RSVP Here: https://www.cednc.co/gro11-demo-day-june-2026
