﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire</title><link>http://www.raleighchamber.org/</link><description>News related to Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce</description><copyright>(c) 2026, Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>New Member Orientation - October 2026 10/7/2026 8:00 AM - 10/7/2026 10:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This free event is for new members who have not attended previously.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Registration | 8&amp;nbsp;- 8:30 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Program | 8:30 - 10 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Maximize Your Membership&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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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&amp;rsquo;ll learn about 75+ members as first-time attendees give 30-second overviews about their companies.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Questions?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
For questions on content, call 919.664.7090 or email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:mmiller@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Mimi Miller&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033&amp;nbsp;or&amp;nbsp;email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:amorales@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Alea Morales&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Join the conversation on social media!&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;a href="http://www.twitter.com/raleighchamber"&gt;@raleighchamber&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
#ChamberNMO&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/New-Member-Orientation-October-2026-1072026-800-AM-1072026-1000-AM-3117/details</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:31:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Networking 101 - October 2026 (Date TBD) 10/13/2026 8:30 AM - 10/13/2026 10:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This event is for Greater Raleigh Chamber members and Young Professionals Network members only.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Networking 101 is our quarterly professional development series designed to equip small business owners, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders with practical tools to grow their businesses and strengthen their professional networks. Each session features a local expert who brings real-world insights on a wide variety of topics. Past topics include branding, marketing, productivity, business fundamentals, and the latest technologies shaping today&amp;rsquo;s workplace.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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Whether you&amp;rsquo;re launching a new venture or looking to level up your existing business, these events offer an accessible, collaborative space to learn, ask questions, and build meaningful connections.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;What Attendees Can Expect&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Each Networking 101 session is built around actionable takeaways, such as:&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Sharpening essential business skills&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Gain clarity on foundational topics&amp;mdash;whether it&amp;rsquo;s business planning, pitching, productivity, branding, or emerging tools that can streamline your operations.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Learning directly from local subject-matter experts&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Hear real stories, practical strategies, and insider tips from leaders who understand the opportunities and challenges facing today&amp;rsquo;s small businesses.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Turning insights into immediate action&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
From choosing the right imagery to defining productivity or leveraging new technologies, walk away with steps you can implement right away to elevate your business.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Building confidence and showing up consistently&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Strengthen your brand presence, communication skills, and professional habits so you can engage customers, partners, and stakeholders more effectively.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Growing your network with intention&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Meet peers, exchange ideas, and build relationships that support your long-term success.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;em&gt;RSVP by Oct. 6&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Questions?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
For questions about the agenda,&amp;nbsp;call 919.664.7090 or email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:mmiller@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Mimi Miller&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033&amp;nbsp;or&amp;nbsp;email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:amorales@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Alea Morales&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
For sponsorship opportunities and inquiries, email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:sales@raleighchamber.org"&gt;sales@raleighchamber.org&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Join the conversation on X!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
@raleighchamber&lt;br /&gt;
#ChamberNW101&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/Networking-101-October-2026-Date-TBD-10132026-830-AM-10132026-1000-AM-3103/details</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:27:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Young Professionals Network Community Involvement Day - October 2026  10/16/2026 </title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;This event is open only to Young Professionals Network members.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Give Back at Our Bi-Annual Community Involvement Day&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Join fellow YPN members for a memorable time supporting the work of a local non-profit organization. Grow your network and have a real impact during this transformative service day!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Questions?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
For questions on content, call 919.664.7090 or email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:mmiller@raleighchamber.org?subject=YPN%20"&gt;Mimi Miller&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
For registration questions, call 919.664.7033 or email&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="mailto:amorales@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Alea Morales&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;Let&amp;#39;s stay connected!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Facebook:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://www.facebook.com/RaleighYPN/"&gt;Raleigh YPN&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Instagram:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://www.instagram.com/raleighypn/"&gt;@RaleighYPN&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
LinkedIn:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://www.linkedin.com/groups/3768479/"&gt;Raleigh YPN&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
X:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://twitter.com/raleighchamber"&gt;@RaleighChamber&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
#RaleighYPN&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/Young-Professionals-Network-Community-Involvement-Day-October-2026-10162026-3155/details</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:03:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Golf Tournament 2026 10/26/2026 8:00 AM - 10/26/2026 5:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;Registration and Breakfast | 8 - 10:30 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Driving Range and Putting Green | 9:30 &amp;ndash; 11 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Shotgun start | 11 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Reception | 3:45 - 5 p.m.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Hit the Links at the Greater Raleigh Chamber Golf Tournament&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Hit the links with colleagues, clients, and peers from across the Triangle! With over 300 golfers participating on all three courses at Prestonwood Country Club, our annual Greater Raleigh Chamber Golf Tournament offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with the top business decision-makers in the Triangle. &lt;a href="https://2.raleighchamber.org/downloads/SponsorshipOpp/GOLF%20TOURNAMENT.pdf"&gt;Sponsorships&lt;/a&gt; are required to play in the tournament and are open to members and non-members. Sponsorship includes:&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Four participant slots for a day of play&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; A delicious continental breakfast and boxed lunch&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Cart usage to navigate the course with ease&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Green fees on a beautiful course&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Complimentary beverages and snacks during play&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; An exclusive cocktail and awards reception following the tournament&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; A chance to enter the raffle with amazing prizes&lt;br /&gt;
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To purchase sponsorships, email &lt;a href="mailto:sales@raleighchamber.org"&gt;sales@raleighchamber.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;em&gt;*All printed items will be going to print on Friday, Oct. 9. All sponsorships purchased after this date will not receive full sponsor benefits and will not be included in materials.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Questions?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
For questions regarding registering golfers for your foursome and benefit fulfillment, email &lt;a href="mailto:jpalmer@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Jen Palmer&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;
For questions regarding the tournament agenda and sponsorship benefits, email &lt;a href="mailto:jhuitt@raleighchamber.org"&gt;Jackie Huitt&lt;/a&gt;. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
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Join the conversation on social media!&lt;br /&gt;
@raleighchamber&lt;br /&gt;
#ChamberGolf26&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/Golf-Tournament-2026-10262026-800-AM-10262026-500-PM-3072/details</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:49:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Introduction to the Greater Raleigh Chamber - A Prospective Member Event - October 2026 10/29/2026 8:30 AM - 10/29/2026 10:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;For Prospective Members Only&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;Registration: 8:30 &amp;ndash; 9 a.m.&lt;br /&gt;
Program: 9 &amp;ndash; 10 a.m.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Discover the Power of Chamber Membership&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;Are you looking to grow your business, strengthen your connections, and engage more deeply in the Raleigh business community? Join us for an inside look at the Greater Raleigh Chamber and learn how membership can support your goals.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;During this exclusive session designed for prospective members, our President and CEO, Adrienne Cole, will share how the Chamber drives economic growth, supports local businesses of every size, and helps shape the future of our region. You will gain a clear understanding of the Chamber&amp;rsquo;s impact and how you can be part of it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;You will walk away with a better understanding of how Chamber membership can help you:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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	&lt;li style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="tab-stops:list .5in"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Increase visibility&lt;/b&gt; for your business through 140+ curated events, marketing opportunities, and targeted programs&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="tab-stops:list .5in"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Build powerful relationships&lt;/b&gt; with the region&amp;rsquo;s most influential business and civic leaders&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="tab-stops:list .5in"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Access tools and initiatives&lt;/b&gt; that support growth, talent development, advocacy, and strategic connections&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="tab-stops:list .5in"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Engage in shaping the region&amp;rsquo;s future&lt;/b&gt;, helping to strengthen the economic and community landscape in which your business operates&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;i&gt;Employees of current member firms interested in learning more should register for our New Member Orientation.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Questions?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="margin-bottom:11px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12pt"&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:115%"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"&gt;For questions about joining the Chamber, email &lt;a href="mailto:join@raleighchamber.org" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline"&gt;join@raleighchamber.org&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>http://web.raleighchamber.org/demo/events/Introduction-to-the-Greater-Raleigh-Chamber-A-Prospective-Member-Event-October-2026-10292026-830-AM-10292026-1000-AM-3122/details</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:12:16 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>