Cabarrus Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

🗣️ Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2024 Retail Lab Boot Camp—a six-week program tailored to address the complex nature of starting and operating a retail establishment. 🔗 Full Details/Apply: https://lnkd.in/ea8A2vvK Applications due by September 6 at midnight. Graduates from the program have an opportunity to pitch for a $2,500 micro-grant through the Flywheel Foundation and will receive a 3-month Flywheel Coworking membership including space use at the Cabarrus Center, amenities, and member benefits.

NC IDEA is now accepting applications for MICRO ($10K) and SEED ($50K) grants for the Fall 2024 Grant Cycle! Early-stage, growth-oriented companies can apply for one of the two available grant programs: ◾️ MICRO: Awards $10K project-based grants to young companies looking to validate and develop a business model. ◾️ SEED: Offers $50K grants to early-stage companies, often the critical funding they need to scale faster. 🔗 See eligibility requirements, FAQ, and how to apply: ncidea.org/fall-2024/ Applications close on August 26, 2024.

NC SBTDC's Taking the Leap program offers an opportunity for high-potential startups and founders to network with fellow entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and gain invaluable insights. With a focus on interactive learning, participants will receive personalized guidance from experienced instructors and guest mentors. The SBTDC is offering a virtual cohort from Aug. 6-27 / 6pm-8pm at no cost. 🔗 See full details and apply to participate at: bit.ly/3xpIkHM

The Chamber, Leading Business in Cabarrus announced exciting updates to their Team Building Summit. **Chamber members and non-members are invited to participate. - NEW DATE: October 23, 2024 - LOCATION: Cabarrus Center (57 Union St S, Concord) Nonprofit Board Training (9AM-12PM) - $25 members / $35 non-members - Register: bit.ly/3zwxgcH Nonprofit & Team Building Exhibitors (2PM-4PM) - Free for members/non-members - Register: bit.ly/4bubTG8

Flywheel Coworking is hosting its next 🌟 Pitch-Space LIVE at the Cabarrus Center on 📆 July 9 from 5:00-6:30pm! Don’t miss out on this experience watching featured pitches from inspiring startups who are looking to move to the next level. Pitches are followed by feedback from a panel of investors and ends with a Q&A session with the audience. 🔗 See full details and register to attend: bit.ly/3KX0ZxH

Register now for The Chamber, Leading Business in Cabarrus' 🌟 Team Building Summit on 📆 Friday, July 12! Visit the links below for session and registration details. ✅ Nonprofit Board Training | 9AM-12PM - $50 members / $60 non-members (Lunch included) - Details/Register: bit.ly/4c3GHyQ ✅ Nonprofit Showcase | 1PM-3PM - Free for members/non-members - Details/Register: bit.ly/3KCXI6O ✅ Team Building Breakout Sessions | 1:30PM, 2PM, 2:30PM - Free for members/non-members - Details/Register: bit.ly/3KCXI6O

⭐ Free Digital Marketing Guide by the NC SBTDC! If you are a business owner wanting to step up your digital marketing game, this guide is for you! ⭐ Get the guide here: bit.ly/3XwqcGX

RSVP for Flywheel Coworking's next Community Day! 🌟 Join Flywheel for a day of free coworking at the Cabarrus Center on June 26 from 9am-5pm, and while you're here, enjoy their "You're So Fly" member lunch at 12pm. For more information and to save your spot, visit: bit.ly/4c5NqIx

Take your entrepreneurial side hustle to the next level! Join Rowan-Cabarrus Community College at its Saturday Side Hustle session this Saturday, June 22 from 10:00am-1:30pm at the Cabarrus Center (57 Union St S, Concord)! This is an in-person work session where you will learn how to turn your passion or hobby into a profit. This is a 3-hour, half-day event with Roxanne Reed of Granit Training Group. Register to attend this free workshop at: https://lnkd.in/eK67h3Pr

OPPORTUNITY ALERT | If you are interested in developing the skills and knowledge needed to effectively contribute to a nonprofit board, you won't want to miss The Chamber, Leading Business in Cabarrus' Nonprofit Board Training on July 12! Registration for this expert-led training session is $50 for Chamber members/$60 for non-members (includes lunch). 🔗 Register at: bit.ly/3Xf72W2 ---- PLUS -- That afternoon, you can join The Chamber again for a Nonprofit and Team Building Showcase at the Cabarrus Center from 1-3pm. This afternoon session is a free, drop-in style event that is open to Chamber members and non-members. See more details at: bit.ly/3Xf72W2