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SUMMARY:Business Accelerator Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Accelerate your business with expert guidance\, practical strategies\, and valuable connections through this 6-week growth-focused bootcamp.\n\n\nBusiness Accelerator Bootcamp\nReady to take your business to the next level? Apply for this 6-week cohort designed to accelerate your growth and equip you with the tools\, strategies\, and connections needed to overcome challenges and thrive! \nTransform your business’s value\, finances\, and market presence. Strengthen your networking skills and learn how to turn connections into opportunities while building a stronger foundation for sustainable growth. \nIn collaboration with Fifth Third Bank. \nProgram Details\n📅 September 24 – October 29\, 2026🕒 Thursdays | 9:00–10:30 AM📍 Week 1 & Week 6 – In-Person (Raleigh\, NC)💻 Weeks 2–5 – Virtual Sessions \nWho Should Apply?\nWe’re looking for driven small business owners who: \n\nHave been registered as a business for at least 2 years\nAre ready to innovate\, strengthen\, and grow their business\nWant to build meaningful connections with other entrepreneurs\nAre committed to taking their business to the next level\n\nSpots are limited to 20 individuals. Apply today and accelerate your business growth!
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LOCATION:5800 Faringdon Pl\, 5800 Faringdon Place\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Foundations to Funding 6-Week Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Accelerate your early-stage business with expert guidance on sales\, branding\, finance\, and funding in this 6-week cohort.\n\n\nWBC of NC 6-Week Business Growth Cohort Application**** \nThe WBC of NC 6-Week Business Growth Cohort is designed for established early-stage entrepreneurs who are ready to strengthen and grow their businesses. Through a combination of in-person and virtual sessions\, participants will gain practical knowledge in sales\, relationship building\, business strategy\, customer and market research\, branding\, marketing\, financial management\, and access to capital. \nThis is the application phase only***. We are currently accepting applications and will review submissions on a rolling basis. Selected applicants will be notified prior to the start of the cohort. \nEligibility Requirements: \n\nMust be an active\, registered business for 2 or more years\nMust have generated a minimum of $10\,000 in annual business revenue\nMust be committed to participating in all six cohort sessions (3 in-person and 3 virtual)
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/foundations-to-funding-6-week-cohort/
LOCATION:402 N Front St ste 110h\, 402 North Front Street\, #ste 110h\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Galentine's Day Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Connect\, collaborate\, and celebrate Galentine’s Day\n\n\nCelebrate Galentine’s Day with a morning of connection\, collaboration\, and community. The Galentine’s Mix & Mingle Networking Event brings together professionals\, creatives\, and entrepreneurs in a relaxed\, welcoming environment designed to spark meaningful conversations and new relationships. \nWhether you’re looking to expand your professional network\, meet potential collaborators\, or simply connect with like-minded entreprenuers\, this event offers space to engage authentically-no pressure\, just good vibes and genuine connection. Come ready to mingle\, share your story\, and leave feeling inspired and supported.
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/galentines-day-networking-event/
LOCATION:CoWorx\, 1608 Queen Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:WBCNC Meet The Team
DESCRIPTION:Meet the WBCNC team by the sea! Network\, connect\, and explore resources from WBCNC & the National Institute of Economic Development.\n\n\nWBCNC Meet The Team \nJoin us for an afternoon of connection\, community\, and coastal vibes! This special event is a chance to meet the Women’s Business Center of North Carolina (WBCNC) team in a relaxed\, welcoming environment. Learn more about the resources and support offered by the WBCNC and the National Institute of Economic Development\, hear about our ongoing programs\, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs\, partners\, and supporters. Whether you’re new to the network or a longtime collaborator\, this is a great opportunity to build relationships and explore how we can grow together.
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/wbcnc-meet-the-team/
LOCATION:CFCC Union Station (U) Building\, Daniels Hall\, 502 North Front Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Juntos Hacia el Éxito: Impulsa tu Negocio
DESCRIPTION:Impulsa tu negocio a través de este curso de 7 semanas donde nos reunimos los martes de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM.\n\n\nEl Women’s Business Center of NC\, con apoyo del Impact Grant asignado por parte de la Cuidad de Raleigh y en colaboracion con el Consulado de Mexico de Raleigh\, les presentamos el cuso completamente en espanol: Juntos Hacia el Exito: Impulsa tu Negocio \nSeptiembre 9\, 2025 – Octubre 28\, 2025 \nMartes de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM \nEn persona en Raleigh \n¿Qué aprenderás en este curso? \n\nConoce el valor de tu negocio y fija metas claras.\nDescubre como superar los obstáculos del marketing y establece una presencia digital.\nDomina los contratos gubernamentales a nivel local\, estatal y federal\, y aprende como aprovechar las certificaciones para hacer crecer tu negocio.\nEstablece un buen crédito empresarial y explora alternativas.\nComprende los estados financieros: perdidas y ganancias\, balance general y flujo de caja para impulsar el crecimiento de tu negocio.\nY mucho más…\n\nActualmente aceptando aplicaciones hasta el 6 de agosto\, 2025 o hasta agotarse cupos (15). \nSi son aceptados tienen que comprometerse a las 7 sesiones. Si faltan mas de una sesion los daremos de baja. \nContinua registrandote aqui a traves de Eventbrite. Preguntas? Contáctanos a: Erica Vazquez evazquez@theinstitutenc.org \nRequisitos: \nPara ser aceptado al curso: Almenos 1 ano con el negocio\, actualmente haciendo o buscando hacer negocios en Raleigh. Se les avisara el 8 de Agosto si ha sido aceptado. Si son aceptados tienen que comprometerse a las 7 sesiones. Si faltan mas de una sesion los daremos de baja.
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/juntos-hacia-el-exito-impulsa-tu-negocio/
LOCATION:5800 Faringdon Pl\, 5800 Faringdon Place\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Transform Your Space & Boost Your Mood With Color Psychology
DESCRIPTION:Learn about science and strategy behind using color to boost energy levels\, increase productivity and create wellness focused spaces.\n\n\nUse Color Psychology to Transform Your Space.\n \nBoost Your Mood\, Increase Productivity and Create Wellness-Focused Spaces at Home and Work.\n \nJoin us to learn from Sharon Carey\, an expert certified in Science and Design: \n \nHow to select color with purpose to create spaces that inspire\, support your well-being\, and make life more beautiful. \n \nUse insights from neuroaesthetics and biophilic design\, to explore how color influences mood and behavior. \n \nBest ways to create a physical space that will support your emotional well-being. \n \nReimagine\, Recreate\, Refresh. \n \nAnd Reinvigorate yourself by considering the physical environment of your personal and office spaces. \n \nEVENT DETAILS: \nDATE: Thursday\, August 28 \nTIME: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm \nLOCATION: this is an online event. \nZoom link will be sent upon registration
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SUMMARY:Mix & Mingle: Reconnect. Celebrate. Unwind.
DESCRIPTION:Attention graduates\, past participants & counseled clients! Catch up with familiar faces\, make new connections\, & share your successes.\n\n\nAttention cohort graduates\, past participants\, and those we’ve had the pleasure to counsel! You’re invited to a morning filled with connection\, celebration\, and inspiration. Catch up with familiar faces\, make new connections\, and share your successes. Let’s take a well-earned break from the daily grind! \n \n📅 Date: August 22\, 2025 \n⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM \n📍 Location: 5800 Faringdon Pl\, Raleigh NC \n✨ Light refreshments • Good vibes • Great people \n \nRSVP Only! Register today!
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/mix-mingle-reconnect-celebrate-unwind/
LOCATION:5800 Faringdon Pl\, 5800 Faringdon Place\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Finance Forward: 7-Week Financial Mastery Cohort for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Finance Forward: 7-week cohort for full-time business owners (3+ yrs\, $50K+ revenue). Starts August 20. Apply now-limited space.\n\n\nFinance Forward is a comprehensive 7-week Financial Mastery Cohort tailored for full-time entrepreneurs seeking to strengthen their financial acumen and strategically scale their businesses. The program includes three in-person sessions on August 20\, September 10th\, and October 1 at 5800 Faringdon Place\, Raleigh\, NC\, complemented by four virtual workshops on August 27\, September 3\,17\, and 24\, all held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. \nParticipants will benefit from expert-led instruction and peer collaboration\, gaining practical tools to effectively manage cash flow\, pricing strategies\,capital readiness\, and financial forecasting. This cohort is designed for growth-oriented business owners committed to advancing their financial management and overall business success. \nEligibility Requirements: \n\nMinimum of three years in business\nAnnual revenue exceeding $50\,000\nFull-time business ownership\n\nEnrollment is limited to 15 participants. Registration does not guarantee acceptance; all applicants will be reviewed. \nApplications are now open for the August 20 – October 1\, 2025 session.
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/finance-forward-7-week-financial-mastery-cohort-for-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:5800 Faringdon Pl\, 5800 Faringdon Place\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Small Business QuickBooks Advanced 3-Day Series
DESCRIPTION:Designed to empower entrepreneurs with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage their finances using QuickBooks\n\n\nJoin us at The Women’s Business Center of North Carolina for our Small Business QuickBooks Advanced Series. This free in-person workshop series is designed to empower entrepreneurs with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage their finances using QuickBooks. \n \nFacilitator: Tony Proctor\, QuickBooks® Advanced ProAdvisor \nDates: August 5\, 6 & 7 \nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation: 114 W Parrish St Durham NC \nThis 3 day program is for current QuickBooks users seeking to enhance their understanding and streamline your systems\, we invite you to register for Intermedite 3-day program. \n \nDon’t miss this opportunity to elevate your financial management skills with QuickBooks. \nPlus\, enjoy refreshments.
URL:https://theinstitutenc.org/event/small-business-quickbooks-advanced-3-day-series/
LOCATION:114 W Parrish St\, 114 West Parrish Street\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
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