Join SBTDC & First Flight for a 2-day SBIR/STTR series—learn to craft winning proposals and secure federal funding from expert advisors. Join the NC Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) and First Flight Venture Center for an interactive 2-day SBIR/STTR proposal development series on June 1st and June 8th, 2026 designed to help you […]
The DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium & Exhibition is hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency’s Land, Maritime and Aviation Class IX supply chains to provide a forum to discuss logistics support strategies and challenges, and to streamline efforts to better support the warfighter. The forum draws together government […]
We’re excited to share the agenda and current registrant list for the 2026 NCEDA Annual Conference, presented by ECS Southeast. Don't miss the opportunity to connect with more than 300 of your economic development colleagues later this month for three days of learning, networking, and collaboration! When. June 17-19, 2026 Where. Hotel Ballast, Wilmington NC […]
For HBCUs and TCUs, expanding basic research capacity is not just about funding. It is about building the infrastructure, partnerships, and momentum needed to turn academic expertise into long-term research opportunity. On June 24, Dept. of War (DoW) SciTechConnect will host Building Basic Research Capacity: Research and Education Program Webinar, a focused 45-minute session designed […]
Selling or providing services to the federal government can create valuable opportunities for small businesses, but there are specific requirements that must be met before pursuing federal contracts. Join this webinar to learn about the requirements for becoming a federal contractor, gain practical guidance on getting started, and get answers from subject matter experts. When. […]
As North America's premier event for technical textiles and nonwovens, Techtextil North America unites every segment of the industry—from research and innovation to sourcing, manufacturing, finishing, and recycling—empowering professionals to discover solutions, build partnerships, and stay ahead of what's next. When. August 4-6, 2026 Where. Raleigh Convention Center 500 South Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27601 […]
THEME: Strengthening National Security Through Small Business Innovation WHEN. August 17-20, 2026 WHERE. San Diego Convention Center INDUSTRY Expo Attendee/Booth Staff $799 - Until July 15, 2026 $899 – Walk-in rate (valid through event close) BOOTH SPACE* $1,099 - Until July 15, 2026 $1,199 – Walk-in rate (valid through event close) *Booth package includes space plus […]
On behalf of the CPE CBRND Industry and Innovation Outreach Team, we would like to share an exciting opportunity for our industry partners, academic researchers, and biotechnology innovators to learn about a groundbreaking environmental sensing initiative: the DARPA Convergence Industry Day. The official opportunity page can be found at here:https://sam.gov/opp/a7c23f6bf2be4f3a8581f1a5fe7459d7/view Summary: The DARPA Convergence Industry […]
This event has been postponed to late fall. This event is co-sponsored by the NC CDR, UNC's Office of Research Development, Innovate Carolina, and the North Carolina Military Business Center to advance the collaboration among NC University researchers, the NC Innovation ecosystem, and the Defense sector to better identify, understand and pursue research in […]
The FASTPASS program aims to protect Americans from substandard or contaminated medicines by building rapid, non-destructive screening tools that can verify drug quality and safety through packaging, in near real-time, at ports, warehouses, and distribution centers. To achieve this, the program is divided into two key Technical Areas (TAs): TA1 - SAMPLE: Develop advanced through-packaging […]
Calling all drone enthusiasts — get ready to fly — Drone Days lands September 15–17, 2026. Network with industry leaders and experience the latest technology by signing up via the RSVP link below. Sep 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – Sep 17, 2026, 4:30 PM Raven Advisory DOME - Gryphon Group, 16780 Airbase Rd, Maxton, NC […]
The summit will take place on September 17th – 18th, 2026 -- with an optional opening night welcome reception on September 16th at the hotel for early arrivals -- at the beautiful Charlotte Marriott SouthPark, in Charlotte, NC. The summit brings together top business and industry leaders, owner-managers, shippers, manufacturers, importers, exporters, supply chain experts, government leaders, students and professors from our colleges and […]
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