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Small Business Event Calendar

Events held by local small business partners

Updated: Dec 11, 2025

The City of Raleigh enjoys an ecosystem of support organizations that focus on the success of small business owners. This calendar highlights small business-related events offered by these partners in the City of Raleigh. Event types include:

  • Training & resources
  • Public affairs, annual meetings & expos
  • Grant & funding application dates
  • Vendor or foot traffic opportunities
  • Networking events

  • Dec
    15

    Partner Event: Entrepreneurship is Your Superpower

    7 p.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 19:00:00 2025-12-15 20:00:00 Partner Event: Entrepreneurship is Your Superpower Hosted by Wake TechEvery entrepreneur embarks on a heroic journey, and this webinar is your guide. Join us for a powerful session that reframes business building as the ultimate origin story. We'll break down the five "superpowers" you need to unlock your full potential Unleash the hero within your business and turn your vision into a world-changing legacy. Don't just build a business—build your superpower! This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    17

    Partner Event: How to Prepare Your Business for Funding Success

    11 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-17 11:00:00 2025-12-17 12:00:00 Partner Event: How to Prepare Your Business for Funding Success Hosted by Wake TechStop wondering how to get funded. This session provides a practical roadmap from the Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF) on securing capital for your small business. Learn the vital steps to prepare your business for a loan application, explore lending options from a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), and gain access to free courses in areas like Access to Capital, Business Management, and Marketing to ensure long-term growth. This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Dec
    19

    Partner Event: Last Minute Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners

    10 a.m. • Friday
    Add to Calendar 2025-12-19 10:00:00 2025-12-19 11:00:00 Partner Event: Last Minute Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners Hosted by Wake TechGet ready to wrap up the year strong! Join us for a live webinar to address your burning tax questions before the year-end deadline. Our expert CPA will provide actionable advice on: Deduction strategies to maximize savings Implications of the One Big Beautiful Tax bill Tax planning tips to minimize your tax burden Common year-end mistakes to avoid This webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    7

    Partner Event: Funding Unlocked: Mastering the 5 C's of Business Credit

    10 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-07 10:00:00 2026-01-07 11:30:00 Partner Event: Funding Unlocked: Mastering the 5 C's of Business Credit Hosted by Wake TechStop risking your personal finances! This high-impact 1.5-hour seminar is designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs ready to take control of their financial destiny and secure the funding they need to grow. You Will Learn How To: Build the Foundation: Define the critical steps to effectively build and maintain a robust business credit profile.Measure Up: Understand the essential metrics used to evaluate creditworthiness, including a deep dive into the 5 C's of Credit.Separate & Conquer: Clarify the vital connection—and distinction—between your personal and business credit scores.Be Prepared: Identify every necessary document for fast, successful small business credit applications.Explore Alternatives: Discover viable alternative funding sources beyond traditional loans. Leave with a clear roadmap to maximized funding! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    8

    Applications Open: Facade Rehabilitation Grant

    Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-08 00:00:00 2026-02-01 23:59:59 Applications Open: Facade Rehabilitation Grant The City of Raleigh's Facade Rehabilitation Grant program promotes growth and development by supporting small business owners in transforming their commercial buildings into vibrant, attractive spaces.  Property owners and businesses can receive matching reimbursement grants of up to $10,000 to refurbish the exteriors of their existing buildings, enhancing the community and stimulating economic activity.  Established in the 1980s to assist businesses and property owners in Raleigh’s Downtown and older commercial districts, the Facade Rehabilitation Grant Program has helped more than 100 businesses put a new “face” on the way they market their goods and services.  For more information and to ensure that you are eligible for the program, view the program brochure or the Facade Grant FAQ. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    8

    Applications Open: Building Upfit Grant

    Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-08 00:00:00 2026-02-01 23:59:59 Applications Open: Building Upfit Grant The City of Raleigh's Building Up-fit Grant encourages growth and development by assisting property owners who want to activate their vacant or underutilized commercial building space in Raleigh to create new business use or new jobs.  For more information and to ensure that you are eligible for the program, view: Program brochure Up-fit Grant FAQ City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    9

    Partner Event: How to Start a Business in Wake County

    10:30 a.m. • Friday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-09 10:30:00 2026-01-09 12:00:00 Partner Event: How to Start a Business in Wake County Hosted by Wake TechUnderstanding the basics of starting a business in this seminar that takes you from idea to opportunity. Learn key strategies for startup, financing, and marketing, as well as important information about legal issues, licensing, zoning, operations, and more. Realize the importance of self-assessment and how to evaluate the feasibility of your business idea. Discover the resources available to help you start and successfully operate your business. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    13

    Partner Event: The Questions Successful Entrepreneurs Ask (Before Spending a Dime)

    11 a.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 11:00:00 2026-01-13 12:30:00 Partner Event: The Questions Successful Entrepreneurs Ask (Before Spending a Dime) Hosted by Wake TechThis webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you've never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step, utilizing the same First Name, Last Name and Email address used during registration. Once you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don't have any technical issues. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    14

    Partner Event: Capability Statements

    10 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-14 10:00:00 2026-01-14 11:30:00 Partner Event: Capability Statements Hosted by Wake TechThe U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer - and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap. The Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys, how to register, what certifications mean, how to define your company’s capabilities, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete. Whether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business, this series gives you practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way. Note: These sessions are focused on federal contracting - how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Jan
    14

    Partner Event: Separar las finanzas comerciales y personales

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-01-14 18:30:00 2026-01-14 19:30:00 Partner Event: Separar las finanzas comerciales y personales Hosted by Wake TechEste es un evento en persona. Le invitamos a participar en "No es personal, es la empresa," parte del programa Bank on your success de Truist. Esta sesión interactiva le ayudará a separar sus finanzas personales de las de su empresa para avanzar hacia sus metas de trabajo y de su vida personal. En este curso aprenderá las razones y las maneras de separar sus finanzas personales de las de su empresa para que usted y su empresa puedan tener éxito. También le proporcionaremos valiosos recursos disponibles para ayudarle a usted y a su empresa. Programa¿Por qué separar las finanzas personales de las finanzas de la empresa?Cómo establecer y actualizar los objetivos de su empresa¿Cómo me pago?Estructura y organización de la empresaCómo organizar sus finanzasHerramientas y cuentas financieras City of Raleigh America/New_York public

Contact

 

Jocelyn Sanchez
Small Business and Workforce Development Analyst
jocelyn.sanchez@raleighnc.gov
984-220-2958

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