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Small Business Technology Development Center Seminar

Thursday, January 15, 2026 (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (EST)

Description

Planning for the future of your business doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. 

Join The Chamber for a high-impact, complimentary seminar with seasoned business counselors from the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC). They have helped hundreds of small- and mid-sized businesses across North Carolina take the guesswork out of growth. They will guide you through the complexities of making confident, strategic decisions that move your business forward. This session is designed to be dynamic, interactive, and thought provoking.

Topics will include:

  • The Business Modeling Process
  • Organizational Self-Assessment
  • The Golden Threshold – Understanding the Realities of Business Growth
  • SBTDC Panel Discussion with Q&A

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or leading a growing team, this session will equip you with actionable steps to strengthen your foundation and chart a clearer path ahead.


Connect with both fellow Chamber members and Chapel Hill Young Professionals this January at Gameday Men's Health! This event is an excellent opportunity to build connections, promote your business, and open doors to new possibilities. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages during this two hour networking event to catch up with old friends and meet some new ones.


Following the Seminar, Gameday Men's Health will be hosting a Business After Hours + Chapel Hill Young Professionals Social.

Click here to register for the social!


Space and service provided by Residence Inn Chapel Hill

The Residence Inn Chapel Hill welcomes guests with gracious Southern hotel charm, and offers extended stay options. Situated just minutes from UNC, Duke University, Kenan Memorial Stadium, Dean Dome, UNC Hospitals, Duke Hospital, downtown Durham, Research Triangle Park, Friday Center and downtown Chapel Hill, NC, the hotel's accommodations include reinvented guest suites designed to provide luxury, innovation and comfort. Upgraded features and amenities found at this distinctive choice among hotels include spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom suites complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, luxurious bedding ensembles, and stylish bathrooms for a remarkable stay in Chapel Hill. All suites have 37-inch HD LCD TVs and some suites feature a gas fireplace and oversized tiled shower. All guests are invited to the lobby for a daily hot breakfast buffet, or to enjoy a game of pool and a movie in the hotel lobby.


Pricing

Free for employees of member firms. $20 for non-members.

Residence Inn by Marriott - Chapel Hill
101 Erwin Rd.
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 United States

Free parking on site

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Thursday, January 15, 2026 (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (EST)

4:00pm - 5:00pm Optional Seminar led by Joel Harper of Small Business Technology Development Center

5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours Social hosted by GameDay Men's Health

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