Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Triangle Small Business Week 2026 5/3/2026 7:00 AM - 5/9/2026 5:00 PM

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:04:26 GMT

Small businesses are at the core of what makes the Triangle thrive. In fact, nearly 80,000 people in our region are employed by small businesses, fueling our economy and strengthening our community every day.

Join us for a weeklong celebration recognizing the impact, resilience, and creativity of our local entrepreneurs. Throughout the week, a variety of events hosted by the Greater Raleigh Chamber and partner organizations will spotlight the people and ideas shaping our region.

Visit trianglesmallbusinessweek.com to explore the full schedule, access helpful resources for business owners and entrepreneurs, and learn more about the vital role small businesses play in our economy. You will also see updates shared by participating nonprofits across social media platforms including X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, through email campaigns, on the Chamber website, and in local media.

Triangle Small Business Week coincides with National Small Business Week, an initiative led by the U.S. Small Business Administration, which has honored the achievements of entrepreneurs nationwide since 1963. As part of this longstanding tradition, our regional celebration shines a light on the innovators and risk-takers who turn big ideas into lasting impact.

From historic downtown storefronts to the cutting-edge companies of Research Triangle Park, small businesses continue to shape a new era of growth and opportunity. We’re committed to supporting that momentum by connecting founders with the tools they need to grow and ensuring every local business has the opportunity to succeed.

Be sure to check out our Chamber events during this week - Networking 101 on May 5 and Coffee With Leaders on May 7 - open to all!

Record and submit a short video by May 1 through our VideoAsk form below with one tip for fellow small business owners. Selected videos may be featured on the website and the Chamber’s Instagram, creating a valuable resource for the entire business community.

For questions, call 919.664.7037 or email Mimi Miller.

Emerging Leaders Spring 2026 - Graduation 5/5/2026 8:30 AM - 5/5/2026 10:30 AM

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:48:37 GMT

Emerging Leaders

Celebrating over a decade of leadership impact, Emerging Leaders, established in 2011, is a dynamic 8-week program designed to expand the capacity of tomorrow’s leaders. Limited to 20 participants each session, this exclusive cohort experience immerses professionals in leadership strategies, emerging local trends, and peer-driven learning in an intimate, high-impact environment.

Through a curated blend of personal evaluation, small-group interactions, and engagement with Raleigh-area executives and business leaders, participants acquire actionable skills, sharpen self-awareness, and broaden their networks. Since its launch, the program has empowered over 400 participants to elevate their leadership and make meaningful community impact.

For questions, email Janet Potter.

Networking 101: Mind Matters—Rethinking Mental Health at Work - May 2026 5/5/2026 8:30 AM - 5/5/2026 10:00 AM

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:13:09 GMT

Open to the Public

Networking 101: Mind Matters—Rethinking Mental Health at Work

Networking 101 is our quarterly professional development series. In our next session, Dr. Micah Krempasky, WakeMed's Chief Medical Officer of Mental Health & Well-Being, will discuss the unrecognized negative biases around mental health education and where biases exist in daily life. Attendees will have an opportunity to discuss the everyday bias around mental health, challenging conversations, and how we can show up as community members to break the stigma. Attendees will also hear how WakeMed is taking the lead in confronting the current mental health crisis in our community with the development of a Whole-Person Health Campus.

RSVP by May 1

Questions?
For questions about the agenda, call 919.664.7090 or email Mimi Miller.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.
For sponsorship opportunities and inquiries, email sales@raleighchamber.org.

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