Are you an innovator, entrepreneur, or creative mind looking to take your ideas to the next level? Join us monthly for Free Office Hours at Innovate Carolina Junction, where you'll have access to a diverse array of subject matter experts ready to help you navigate the challenges of your journey. Whether you need guidance on creative projects, insights into emerging technologies, business strategy support, alumni mentorship, or legal advice, our experts are here to provide personalized, actionable feedback.

Connect with experienced professionals across various fields, gain fresh perspectives, and get the support you need to turn your vision into reality. No matter where you are in your journey, Innovate Carolina Junction is your hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Registered guests will be given priority but walk-ins are also encouraged to stop by. We welcome you to work from the café before or after your appointment. In-person attendance is preferred.

Innovate Carolina is UNC's Vice Chancellor’s Office of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development. Innovate Carolina Junction office hours are in-person, free and geared towards innovators, entrepreneurs, and startup companies. You do not need to be associated with UNC.

Enter the building at 136 E. Rosemary St. All walk-ins and registered attendees must check in at the front desk. You are welcome to hang out at Meantime coffee shop before or after your scheduled appointment. If you are interested in a complete tour of the coworking space and innovation hub or learning more about free coworking days, please email julia.lutz@unc.edu.

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Vaccine Development

Todd Ranheim, Todd Ranheim Consulting

Every Third Monday (Sep 15, Oct 13, Nov 17, Dec 15)
9:00am-Noon

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Legal with Hutch Law

Anna Tharrington

Every Third Monday (Sep 15, Oct 13, Nov 17, Dec 15)
1:00-4:00PM

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Entrepreneurial Development

JP Maloney, CED

Every Third Tuesday (Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18, Dec 16)
9:00 – Noon

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Business Planning

SBTDC

Every Third Tuesday (Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18, Dec 16)
1:00 – 4:00pm

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Market Fit

Jaap Schut

Every Third Wednesday (Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17)
9:00 – Noon

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AI Tools & Tech

Fadi Hindi

Every Third Wednesday (Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17)
1:00 – 4:00pm

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IP & Patents

Nathan Letts

Every Third Thursday (Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18)
9:00 – Noon

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Growth Strategy

Verlin Youd & Mark Self

Every Third Thursday (Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18)
1:00 – 4:00pm

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Social Impact Tech

Rida Bayraktar

Every Third Friday (Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19)
9:00 – Noon

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1893 Brand Studio

Kiki Kozak

Every Third Friday (Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19)
NOON – 3:00 pm