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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Day!
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a dynamic and inspiring workspace for the day? Join us at The Junction\, powered by Innovate Carolina! Explore an innovative\, spacious coworking environment in the heart of Downtown Chapel Hill. Enjoy excellent Wi-Fi\, snacks\, and a conducive atmosphere for productivity. Find us at 136 East Rosemary Street\, right next to the Wallace parking deck. \nSecure your spot today by getting your ticket – limited spaces available!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/free-coworking-day-3/
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SUMMARY:Workshop Wednesdays: Personal Development
DESCRIPTION:Join Innovate Carolina for a dynamic session where small businesses\, entrepreneurs\, students\, faculty\, and staff can learn teamwork strategies from elite women athletes. Hear from Brianna Pinto and Kaleigh Kurtz of On The Team and NC Courage as they share powerful stories on leadership\, collaboration\, resilience\, and accountability. Facilitated by Anne Jones\, a two-time founder and former collegiate athlete\, this discussion will provide actionable insights you can apply to your own team\, regardless of your industry. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your team’s performance!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/workshop-wednesdays-personal-development/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Fridays!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Innovate Carolina Junction for a day of productivity and collaboration! Every Friday\, we open our doors to freelancers\, entrepreneurs\, and remote workers looking for a change of scenery. Whether you need a quiet space to focus or want to network with like-minded individuals\, our coworking space is the place to be. Take advantage of our high-speed Wi-Fi\, comfortable workstations\, and complimentary coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and boost your creativity. See you there!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/free-coworking-fridays/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T130000
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SUMMARY:Innovate Carolina Junction's 1st Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! Innovate Carolina Junction’s 1st Anniversary Celebration \nVisiting for Homecoming? Curious about the exciting developments in the new building at 137 East Franklin Street/136 East Rosemary St (depending on which side you’re looking at)? You may remember it as the watering hole\, Molly’s\, or the Mexican cuisine spot\, Papagayo’s! Check out the University’s first innovation hub and coworking space\, managed by the Vice Chancellor’s Office of Innovation\, Entrepreneurship\, and Economic Development\, which has quickly become a thriving center for creativity\, collaboration\, and growth. \nOn October 4\, we will have a free coworking day. If you need a place to get a little work done or want to explore the space\, drop by anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for our open house celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Innovate Carolina Junction! Enjoy live music\, free tours\, games\, SWAG\, and more. There’ll be cake\, great company\, and countless opportunities to connect with fellow innovators and explore our vibrant community. Whether you’re a member\, partner\, or simply curious\, we are excited to celebrate this milestone with you.
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/innovate-carolina-junctions-1st-anniversary/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T090000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Tuesdays!
DESCRIPTION:This proposal outlines a series of meditation and mindfulness sessions based on Shinzen Young’s Unified Mindfulness system\, tailored for entrepreneurs. The primary goals are to reduce stress\, enhance creativity\, and provide clarity on actionable steps for their startups!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/mindful-tuesdays/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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SUMMARY:Workshop Wednesday: Mastering Communication
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your networking skills with our interactive workshop led by Tim Flood\, a communication expert and professor at Kenan-Flagler Business School. Hosted by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs\, TIBBS\, and Innovate Carolina\, this session will help you master effective communication across academic and professional settings. You’ll learn how to introduce yourself confidently\, manage your network\, and succinctly convey your research interests. Join us this October for Workshop Wednesdays: Personal Development\, where entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, and students come together to enhance essential skills for success.
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/workshop-wednesday-mastering-communication/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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SUMMARY:Triangle Tech Night at the Junction: AI vs. Humans
DESCRIPTION:How is AI changing innovation? How is AI changing our productivity? Is AI actually changing all that much? Too much? \nJoin Triangle Tech Night and Innovate Carolina for an evening networking event to discuss our relationship with AI as folks in tech and as humans. We’ll have an expert panel discussion\, office hours\, and lots of networking opportunities. Whether you’re building AI products\, simply curious about the future\, or afraid of what’s next – let’s discuss! \nTriangle Tech Night is an event series bringing together tech leaders\, operators\, engineers\, entrepreneurs\, and investors to talk about innovation in the Research Triangle. \nLearn more at triangletechnight.com!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/triangle-tech-night-at-the-junction-ai-vs-humans/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Fridays!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Innovate Carolina Junction for a day of productivity and collaboration! Every Friday\, we open our doors to freelancers\, entrepreneurs\, and remote workers looking for a change of scenery. Whether you need a quiet space to focus or want to network with like-minded individuals\, our coworking space is the place to be. Take advantage of our high-speed Wi-Fi\, comfortable workstations\, and complimentary coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and boost your creativity. See you there!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/free-coworking-fridays-2/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T083000
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Friday!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Innovate Carolina Junction for a day of productivity and collaboration! Every Friday\, we open our doors to freelancers\, entrepreneurs\, and remote workers looking for a change of scenery. Whether you need a quiet space to focus or want to network with like-minded individuals\, our coworking space is the place to be. Take advantage of our high-speed Wi-Fi\, comfortable workstations\, and complimentary coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and boost your creativity. See you there!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/free-coworking-friday/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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SUMMARY:Founder Fireside Chat: Blue Sky Polymers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging brown bag (= bring your own!) lunch at the Innovate Carolina Junction as Vice Chancellor Dr. Carter sits down with UNC founders Theo Dingemans and Ed Samulski\, the visionary minds behind BlueSky Polymers. Theo Dingemans and Ed Samulski are pioneering researchers in the field of advanced materials. Their work focuses on the design and synthesis of high-performance polymers\, bridging the gap between chemistry and engineering. \nAs founders of BlueSky Polymers\, they have translated their cutting-edge research into innovative commercial applications that are shaping the future of material science. In this intimate chat\, Dr. Carter will delve into the journey of Theo and Ed\, exploring their experiences as founders\, their insights on the challenges and opportunities in the world of advanced materials\, and the future of BlueSky Polymers. \nThis is a unique opportunity to hear directly from two leading innovators about the intersection of academia and entrepreneurship\, and how they are driving innovation at the forefront of polymer science. Bring your lunch and join us for a thought-provoking conversation that is sure to inspire and inform. \nAbout the Founder’s Fireside Chat\nThis series of monthly brown bag chats features insightful conversations with the founders and leaders of startup and innovation-driven organizations connected with UNC-Chapel Hill. These lively and insightful chats are moderated by Dr. Carter and are perfect for anyone interested in entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and the dynamic world of UNC’s founding visionaries. Bring your lunch and enjoy a casual conversation while gaining valuable perspectives and inspiration from leaders who are shaping the future.
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/founder-fireside-chat-blue-sky-polymers/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T083000
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Fridays!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Innovate Carolina Junction for a day of productivity and collaboration! Every Friday\, we open our doors to freelancers\, entrepreneurs\, and remote workers looking for a change of scenery. Whether you need a quiet space to focus or want to network with like-minded individuals\, our coworking space is the place to be. Take advantage of our high-speed Wi-Fi\, comfortable workstations\, and complimentary coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and boost your creativity. See you there!
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/free-coworking-fridays-3/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T143000
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SUMMARY:Workshop Wednesday: Designing Careers in Industry Innovation
DESCRIPTION:This two-hour session will introduce participants to design thinking\, a problem-solving approach that emphasizes understanding user needs to create innovative and effective solutions. \nThis interactive session begins with an introduction to Innovate Carolina\, the Office of Technology Commercialization\, and their exciting new Franklin Street space\, the Junction. The introduction will be followed by an overview of design thinking principles\, including rapid prototyping and human-centered design. Participants will then use these principles in a guided\, hands-on workshop designed to explore the components of a meaningful\, joyful career in Innovation.
URL:https://junction.unc.edu/event/workshop-wednesday-designing-careers-in-industry-innovation/
LOCATION:Innovate Carolina Junction\, 136 E. Rosemary St.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27516
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