Diversity + Inclusion are a key part of creating an environment that drives innovation and improves the bottom line. It provides companies a wide range of differing viewpoints, experiences and perspectives that is only possible by having a unique and varied employee base. NC TECH’s first Diversity + Inclusion in Tech Summit will explore D+I [...]
In this free four-week cohort, participants will learn about different aspects of starting a business, including identifying potential markets, writing a business plan, running the finances of a business, and marketing a business. You’ll work with mentors and peers in fun breakout activities designed to help strengthen your business ideas and prepare you for success.
The independent workforce is on the rise. With a growing list of accessible technologies, and global marketplaces facilitating connections between customers and providers, the modern workforce is shifting from traditional jobs to self-employed professionals seeking flexible, yet financially viable careers. Also known as “solopreneurs”, independents already make up 30% of the working-age population in Europe [...]
Outside World, Inside Impact: Business Supporting Civic Engagement According to a March 2019 Forbes magazine article, today’s employees expect businesses to think of civic issues, equity, environment, and other causes alongside profit. To make a meaningful contribution to people and the bottom line, companies recognize that life outside of work informs and shapes work life [...]
Whether you have an interest in the thriving startup market or want to know more about some companies in the area or you just want to meet like-minded techies to bounce your next big idea off of, this meetup is the place for you.
What happens after you select a law firm and go forward with filing a patent application? What are the steps going from an invention disclosure (an inventor made description of the invention) all the way to a U.S. patent? How do you go about getting a patent in other countries? Join Michael (Mike) Steel and [...]