EVENT UPDATE! The Rural Road Trip Small Business Edition event scheduled for May 2, 2024, has been postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For exhibitors who have already registered, you may choose an alternate date or location for your participation. If you prefer a refund, please reach out to Jenny Grant at jgrant@ncruralcenter.org. The Rural Road Trip Small Business Edition events are lined up for the Spring & Summer 2024. Sponsored by The NC Rural Center, Thread Capital & The Business Connectivity Alliance. We would love for you to join us in publicizing and attending our five upcoming events. REGISTER HERE Each event features a PITCH COMPETITION and its open to the public. Business owners can win cash prize for the best pitch. Pitch Time: You will have 2 minutes to pitch your business idea. - Format: The pitch will be entirely verbal; no presentations or visual aids are required or allowed. - Judging: A small panel of esteemed judges will evaluate each pitch and decide the winner at the event. - Eligibility: Participants must conduct business within North Carolina. Choose your date and submit your application to pitch. Friday, May 17, 2024, REGION Cape Fear NC THOMAS ENTREPRENEURSHIP HUB 202 Main St, Pembroke, NC 28372 Partnered with AARP NC Coastal Region Friday, June 14, 2024, REGION Southeastern NC CARTERET COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3505 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC 18557 In partnership with Carteret Community College Small Business Center Friday, July 19, 2024, REGION Capital NC WARREN COUNTY ARMORY CIVIC CENTER 501 US Hwy 158 Bus E Warrenton, NC 27589 In partnership with Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center REGISTRATION & EXHIBITOR TABLE FOR EACH EVENT IS HERE! |