Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

New Member Orientation - April 2025 4/2/2025 8:00 AM - 4/2/2025 10:00 AM

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:10:50 GMT

This free event is for new members who have not attended previously.

Registration | 8 - 8:30 a.m.
Program | 8:30 - 10 a.m.

Maximize Your Membership

Welcome to the Chamber! Find out how to get involved and make the most of your membership, and make your first new connections as a Chamber member. You’ll learn about 75+ members as first-time attendees give 30-second overviews about their companies.

RSVP by March 26.

Questions?
For questions on content, call 919.664.7036 or email Teja Wright.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.

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Leadership Raleigh 51 & 52 Information Session - April 2025 4/10/2025 9:00 AM - 4/10/2025 10:30 AM

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:31:57 GMT

Find out why Leadership Raleigh is right for you!

Celebrating 55 years of developing leaders, Leadership Raleigh is one of the oldest sustained community leadership programs in the nation. Together with an expansive network of distinguished alumni, Leadership Raleigh continues a proud tradition of connecting and inspiring leaders to strengthen not only Raleigh, but our Region.

Whether you are new to Raleigh or the Triangle or have lived here all your life, Leadership Raleigh will connect you with our region in dynamic ways. Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of what makes Raleigh, Raleigh and discover the organizations, institutions, resources, venues, and projects that shape the Triangle to be one of the best places to live, work and visit.

Leadership Raleigh provides a unique opportunity to: Explore the history and current issues to gain a better understanding and perspective of the community and the issues that will shape the region. Discover and experience the culture of our region. Connect with the area’s key leaders while learning about economic growth, talent and workforce development, local government and how they all contribute to the quality of life and Engage in the community and make a positive impact.

Do you want to see your city from a unique perspective? Do you want to build quality business connections and expand your network? Do you want to learn how to become more involved in your community? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then you will want to join us on on April 10 for an information session and plan to apply for the Leadership Raleigh Class 51/52 class cohort. You will learn about the program from those who know it best: Leadership Raleigh alumni. You will be able to ask questions and see why this program is right for you.

Questions?
Email leadershipraleigh@raleighchamber.org.

Business After Hours - April 2025 4/14/2025 4:30 PM - 4/14/2025 6:30 PM

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:26:26 GMT

This event is open to Raleigh Chamber and Young Professionals Network members only.

Meet New Connections and Network at Business After Hours

The premier networking event for local professionals, Business After Hours offers hosts the chance to bring potential customers and vendors on site for a first-hand look at their company. Attendees make new business connections in an informal atmosphere.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet other Chamber members while you learn more about a local business.

RSVP by April 7.

Questions?
For questions on content, call 919.664.7036 or email Teja Wright.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Heath.

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Leadership Raleigh 50 Class Session - April 2025 4/17/2025 9:00 AM - 4/17/2025 5:00 PM

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:06:38 GMT

Leadership Raleigh Class 50 - Health & Human Services Class *rescheduled from February 2025.

Celebrating more than 54 years of developing leaders, Leadership Raleigh is one of the oldest sustained community leadership programs in the nation. Together with an expansive network of distinguished alumni, Leadership Raleigh continues a proud tradition of connecting and inspiring leaders to strengthen not only Raleigh, but our Region.

Whether you are new to Raleigh or the Triangle or have lived here all your life, Leadership Raleigh will connect you with our region in dynamic ways you can’t even imagine. Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of what makes Raleigh, Raleigh and discover the organizations, institutions, resources, venues, and projects that shape the Triangle to be one of the best places to live, work and visit.

Find more information on Leadership Raleigh here.

Questions?
Email leadershipraleigh@raleighchamber.org.

C-Suite Perspectives with Kellie Falk of Drucker + Falk 4/17/2025 8:00 AM - 4/17/2025 9:30 AM

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:50:11 GMT

This event is open to Greater Raleigh Chamber members only.

Registration | 8 - 8:30 a.m.
Program | 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Learn Leadership Lessons from a Local Leader

This can’t miss collection of senior executives offers a unique opportunity to gain timely and relevant insights into the key C-level leadership skills required for success in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. Through engaging peer-to-peer discussions featuring top industry leaders, attendees advance their understanding of how to effectively navigate challenges such as communication and influence, innovation and change management, talent development and mentorship, and much more. By providing fresh, insightful perspectives and fostering key relationships, this bi-monthly gathering delivers the information and resources that you need to power your business forward.

Our speaker this month will be Kellie Falk, Partner and Managing Director of Drucker + Falk.

Perspectives have recently been provided by: Blount Williams, Alfred Williams & Company; Todd Olson, Pendo.io; Kendal Bowman, Duke Energy; Courtney Crowder, APCO Worldwide; Kristen Hess, HH Architecture; Elif Balkas, Wolfspeed; and Smedes York, York Properties.

No refunds after 4.10.25.

Questions?
For questions about the agenda, call 919.664.7090 or email Mimi Miller.
For logistics questions, call 919.664.7011 or email Jen Palmer.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.
For sponsorship information, email sales@raleighchamber.org.

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Introduction to the Greater Raleigh Chamber - A Prospective Member Event - April 2025 4/23/2025 8:30 AM - 4/23/2025 10:00 AM

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:01:33 GMT

For Prospective Members Only
Registration | 8:30 - 9 a.m.
Program | 9 - 10 a.m.

Learn What the Greater Raleigh Chamber is All About

We invite you to discover the role the Greater Raleigh Chamber plays in our community and how you can be part of the action as a Greater Raleigh Chamber member. Our President and CEO, Adrienne Cole, would enjoy the chance to talk to you about what it means to be a part of today’s Chamber.

The Greater Raleigh Chamber works to sustain and further develop a thriving economy and to enhance our community's quality of life. As the Triangle’s largest business membership organization with more than 1,800 member firms representing two-thirds of the private sector employment in Wake County, we support the interests of the local business community.

From large corporations to local startups, innovation is in Raleigh’s DNA. In the world of economic development, this area has become a model for the country. We invite you to take advantage of the many opportunities we offer. See for yourself why the Raleigh area is consistently named one of the best places to work and live in America.

The Greater Raleigh Chamber membership comes with tangible benefits. As a Chamber member, you will:

Increase visibility for your business and gain access to over 140 curated events and a variety of impactful programs and initiatives to help your business grow.
Invest in the long term livability of our region to help attract and retain a skilled, robust workforce to power your industry.
Build valuable relationships with the largest network of business and civic leaders in the region.
Join your industry peers to lead in shaping our region and strengthening our communities.

Please join us at this prospect-only event to learn more about what we do and get answers to your questions.

*Employees of member firms who are interested in learning more about the Chamber should register for our next New Member Orientation.

Questions?
For questions on content, call 919.664.7036 or email Teja Wright.

Young Professionals Network Social - April 2025 4/24/2025 5:00 PM - 4/24/2025 7:00 PM

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:29:47 GMT

This event is open only to Young Professionals Network members.

Connect at our Young Professionals Network Social!

Young Professionals Network members are invited to each of our afternoon socials, where members network, gain new connections, and visit local hot spots.

Questions?
For questions on content, call 919.664.7036 or email Teja Wright.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.

Let's stay connected!
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Instagram: @RaleighYPN
LinkedIn: Raleigh YPN
Twitter: @RaleighChamber
#RaleighYPN

Inter-City Visit & Leadership Conference 2025 4/27/2025 - 4/30/2025

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:11:37 GMT

Registration for the 2025 Inter-City Visit & Leadership Conference is now closed. If you wish to be added to the waitlist, please email Kathryn Yoakum.

This conference is for Greater Raleigh Chamber members only.

2025 Inter-City Visit & Leadership Conference presented by JE Dunn Construction in Kansas City, Missouri

Join top business, government, and community leaders from Raleigh, Wake County, and the Research Triangle as we explore how Kansas City’s successes can inspire our own growth. Highlights include:

An Intro to Kansas City: Discover Raleigh’s similarities and differences.
Viewing Economic Development via Sports: Visit CPKC Stadium, the first women’s professional sports stadium in the world and the home of the Kansas City Current, and explore its impact on and collaboration with the local economy.
Exploring Local Medical Innovation: Gain insights on the intersection of research, development, and patient services, as well as the impact of Children's Mercy Kansas City Hospital.
Studying the Kansas City Region: Delve into the complexities the city faces in regionalism, highlighting both the obstacles encountered and the progress made in fostering inter-state relationships.

This dynamic out-of-state conference is not just an event, it is an opportunity to immerse yourself in actionable insights with top leaders across various sectors in the Triangle.

Learn, connect, and put together a game plan that elevates your business and our region. Don’t miss out—register below to secure your spot on this exciting journey in April!

Please Note: There will be an optional trip to see the Kansas City Royals take on the Houston Astros the afternoon of Sunday, April 27 that will require arrival on Saturday, April 26 (additional activity fee will apply). Take advantage of bonus networking time during the game to meet trip attendees prior to the start of official programming.

See registrants as of 4.21.2025 here.

You can find the tentative agenda here.

View the metro comparisons between Raleigh and Kansas City, MO here.

No refunds after April 4, 2025.

Questions?
For programming questions, call 919.664.7023 or email Kathryn Yoakum.
For logistics questions, call 919.664.7011 or email Jen Palmer.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.
For sponsorship information, email sales@raleighchamber.org.

Join the conversation on social media!
@raleighchamber
#ICVLC25

This conference is for Greater Raleigh Chamber members only.