Event Series Venture Connect 2025

VC25 Kick-off Party

See you for our second annual Kick-off Party on Tuesday, March 25th, to welcome founders and funders attending Venture Connect! We are excited for the opportunity to catch up ahead of the conference. How do you get your invite? By purchasing your Venture Connect ticket! A special thank you to our Event Sponsors – Bank […]

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Doors Open | Registration, Check-In & Breakfast

Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

Kick off your VC25 experience with registration and a light continental breakfast. Connect with fellow attendees over coffee, fuel up for an inspiring day ahead, and get ready to dive into the conversations that will shape the future of the Triangle’s innovation ecosystem. Doors open early—see you there!

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Partnering & Investor Meetings

Carolina Room 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking to accelerate your business growth? Bookable meeting spaces are available for one-on-one conversations with investors, partners, and key ecosystem resources. Whether you're seeking capital, strategic guidance, or industry connections, this is your chance to forge valuable relationships that drive your startup forward. Schedule your meetings and make every moment count!

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Opening Session | The Power of Connection – Building the Future Together

Memorial Auditorium 2 East South Street, Raleigh, NC - North Carolina

Venture Connect 2025 kicks off with an inspiring session featuring key voices shaping the Triangle’s innovation ecosystem. Mayor Janet Cowell joins us to kick things off, followed by insights from CED Co-Chairs Karl Rectanus and Scott Uknes on fueling the next wave of high-growth startups. They’ll moderate a Founder Panel showcasing top founders: Todd Olson, Pendo (software & analytics) Chris Chuang, Relay (wearable […]

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Founder Lounge AMA

Lounge 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Join us in our a Private AMA (Ask Me Anything) Lounge - a space designed just for founders to connect, ask candid questions, and get real-time advice from experienced founders + operators.

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Lunch Break: Connect & Recharge

Meymandi Upper Lobby 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Take a break, grab a bite, and connect organically with fellow attendees. This unscripted, unstructured lunch is your time to step outside, spark new conversations, and build relationships in a relaxed setting. Whether you're diving into a deep discussion or simply recharging for the afternoon sessions, this is your opportunity to network, unwind, and fuel […]

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Biotech Investor Lunch

Meymandi Lower Lobby 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

We are excited to host an invite-only Biotech Investor Lunch during Venture Connect. This is a unique opportunity to network with fellow biotech investors over lunch and engage in insightful conversations. Thank you to Xyzagen for sponsoring this lunch!

Event Series Venture Connect 2025

Founder Lounge AMA

Lounge 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Join us in our a Private AMA (Ask Me Anything) Lounge - a space designed just for founders to connect, ask candid questions, and get real-time advice from experienced founders + operators.