Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Economic Forecast: Launch 2025 1/7/2025 7:00 AM - 1/7/2025 10:00 AM

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:40:47 GMT

Registration and Networking Breakfast | 7 – 8 a.m.
Program | 8 – 10 a.m.

Economic Forecast: Launch 2025, presented by Wells Fargo, will kick off our business year predicting trends in key topic areas including national and local economy information, local commercial real estate, and the local business economy landscape. Get the momentum rolling, reconnect with colleagues, and make new connections.

Presentations by:

Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Jay H. Bryson, Ph.D, Managing Director, Chief Economist, Wells Fargo & Company

The event will also feature a dynamic panel discussion sharing how macroeconomic trends are influencing their industries and the strategies they’re using to plan for success in 2025.

Panelists:

Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Jay H. Bryson, Ph.D, Managing Director, Chief Economist, Wells Fargo & Company
Calvin J. Crosslin, Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer & President, Lenovo Foundation
Billie Redmond, Founder & Chair, TradeMark Properties
Moderator: Chris Lovingood, Anchor/Reporter, WRAL-TV Channel 5

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and connect with local business leaders shaping the future of our economy.

No refunds after Dec. 31, 2024.

Questions?
For questions about the agenda, call 919.664.7037 or email Devin Brown.
For logistics questions, call 919.664.7080 or email Sarah Sterling.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.
For sponsorship information, email sales@raleighchamber.org.

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Triangle Workforce Strategies: Cultivating Inclusive Leadership 1/16/2025 9:30 AM - 1/16/2025 11:30 AM

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:31:27 GMT

Inclusive Workforce Strategies Series: Cultivating Inclusive Leadership

Join us for an engaging and insightful second session of the Triangle DEI Alliance's Inclusive Workforce Strategies Series. In today's diverse workplace, the ability to lead with psychological safety is crucial for fostering trust, collaboration, and innovation. This session will provide a safe and open space to explore how microaggressions undermine psychologically safe leadership and how addressing these issues makes leaders more inclusive, fostering belonging and equity.

Featuring Kimberly McNeil, Founding CEO and Facilitator of Root Causes Consulting and Maureen Stewart, Learning And Development Specialist at Root Causes Consulting, this event will present a keynote with 3 key takeaways:

Unpacking the cycle of prejudice and understanding how bias and microaggressions hinder psychological safety and inclusion in thw workplace.
Discovering how to create an inclusive environment for your organization through leadership, ensuring all voices are heard and valued.
Learning practical strategies and tools for leaders with the "Roadmap to Inclusive Leadership."

No refunds after Jan. 9.

Questions?
For content questions, call 919.664.7031 or email Serenia Parsons.
For questions about registration, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.

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Chamber Professional Women's Luncheon: Own Your Career in a Changing World of Work 1/17/2025 11:30 AM - 1/17/2025 1:30 PM

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:40:00 GMT

Registration | 11:30 a.m. - Noon
Program | Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Own Your Career in a Changing World of Work

Employment experts predict that the rapid pace of change in employment will require individuals to become lifelong learners to prepare them for multiple career changes during their working lives. Owning your career means putting yourself in the driver’s seat of decision-making. It means being proactive versus reactive in maximizing opportunities, relationships, and personal passions. In a changing world of work fueled by transformation and uncertainty, professionals must shift, evolve, and upskill. Participants will gain insights and resources to make these changes aligned with their vision and values.

Attending will equip you with the knowledge and tools to master the art of adapting and thriving in an ever-changing career landscape. Gain actionable insights to empower your career trajectory and ensure that your professional journey aligns seamlessly with your personal goals and values.

Learning Outcomes:
• Explore the trends impacting career development in a changing work landscape.
• Explore how to navigate work shifts with an open mind and flexibility.
• Audit your career and determine practical steps that align with your values and vision.
• Discover the elements of self-leadership necessary for career development.

Our speaker this month will be Chelsea Williams, Founder & CEO, Reimagine Talent Co.

Chelsea C. Williams, an Entrepreneur, Workplace Educator, and Professional Speaker, is the Founder & CEO of Reimagine Talent Co., a national talent & workforce development firm based in Raleigh, NC.

Her national team empowers employers, educational institutions, and nonprofits with high-impact talent solutions that support employee engagement, development, and retention. Reimagine Talent's unique focus on the multi-generational workplace provides a tailored talent development approach that fuels synergy.

As a Forbes Next 1000 Entrepreneur of the Year, Tory Burch Fellowship Alumni, and JP Morgan Chase Entrepreneurial Woman of Impact, Chelsea passionately leads a team committed to building more connected, empowered workplaces.
Chelsea is a trusted contributor to CNBC, Fast Company, Investment News, Insider, and Forbes Human Resources Council on talent development & retention, people leadership, and the next generation workforce – Gen Z.

Before launching Reimagine Talent, Chelsea worked in global human resources for a decade on Wall Street.

She obtained her B.A. in Economics from Spelman College

No refunds after Jan. 10

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 - January 2025 1/22/2025 9:00 AM - 1/22/2025 10:00 AM

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:00:35 GMT

Virtual Only

The Introduction to the Greater Raleigh Chamber – A Prospective Member Event, is now a virtual meeting, via Zoom.

Our event will begin live at 9 a.m. and will conclude at 10 a.m.

If you need assistance with the Zoom link, please email Alea Morales, amorales@raleighchamber.org.

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

Young Professionals Network Social - January 2025 1/23/2025 5:00 PM - 1/23/2025 7:00 PM

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:26:55 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!
Facebook: Raleigh YPN
Instagram: @RaleighYPN
LinkedIn: Raleigh YPN
Twitter: @RaleighChamber
#RaleighYPN

RTA Annual Meeting - The State of Mobility 2025 1/24/2025 11:00 AM - 1/24/2025 2:00 PM

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:18:29 GMT

Networking 11 a.m. | Program starts at Noon

Regional Transportation Alliance Annual Meeting - The State of Mobility 2025

Join more than 400 regional leaders for the 23rd Annual Meeting of the metropolitan Triangle’s regional business leadership group on transportation. Members of the regional business community will join regional and statewide leaders in transportation and government as we explore new and innovative ways to fund and advance mobility infrastructure in North Carolina.

The RTA Annual Meeting is a can't-miss gathering of regional business leaders, members, elected officials, transportation partners, and other colleagues from our region and state. The event will also feature the annual State of Mobility presentation.

All RTA members have one or more tickets included with their membership; additional tickets are available.

Current List of Speakers:

Sarah Gaskill, Head of External Relations for North Carolina at FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies and RTA Chair-elect
Jay Irby, Triangle Area Executive for First Citizens Bank and RTA Chair
Joe Milazzo, Executive Director of RTA
Gary Salamido, President and CEO of the NC Chamber of Commerce
Robert Teer, Authority Board, NC Turnpike

No registration refunds after Jan. 17.

Questions?
For questions about the event or to become a sponsor, call 919.664.7062 or email Jacob Rigg.
For logistics questions, call 919.664.7011 or email Jen Palmer.
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email Alea Morales.

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RTA is a regional program of the Raleigh Chamber, which has determined that this event is permitted under Section 138A-32(e)(1)c of the General Statutes.

Coffee with Anna Beavon Gravely 1/28/2025 8:30 AM - 1/28/2025 10:00 AM

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:49:54 GMT

Join our Coffee with Leaders series at the Raleigh Chamber and connect with top business leaders and industry experts. This monthly event is designed for small to medium business owners and executives who are eager to expand their professional horizons through insightful discussions and strategic networking.

Polling, Messaging, and Elections: What's Next for North Carolina?

Our speaker this month will be Anna Beavon Gravely. Anna Beavon is a seasoned leader and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in public service, advocacy, and political analysis. Her career highlights include roles on candidate campaigns and with advocacy organizations such as Americans for Prosperity, Generation Opportunity, and NC Family, where she led issue-focused initiatives. As a trusted spokeswoman and analyst, she has been featured on television, radio, and podcasts, offering insights into complex political topics. Most recently, Gravely served as Executive Director of the NC FreeEnterprise Foundation (NCFREE), collaborating with top business leaders and government affairs professionals to produce original research on campaign finance, competitive legislative districts, and North Carolina’s political landscape.

In 2022, Gravely expanded her impact by founding The Mackreth, a refined hospitality venue dedicated to hosting events that foster connection and joy. Building on her mission to amplify meaningful voices, she will launch a pop-up podcast studio at The Mackreth in 2025 spotlighting captivating stories that inspire change.

In this session, attendees will learn about the impact of federal campaigning on North Carolina’s state level campaigns, the value of electoral messaging and campaign fundraising, and what it all means for policy-making in 2025.

RSVP by Jan. 21

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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