1 Million Cups

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, an......More

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, and small businesses present for 6 minutes about their company, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. 1MC Wilmington meets every Wednesday, 9AM, at the University for North Carolina Wilmington Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

UNCW CIE: 803 College Rd G, Wilmington, NC 28403

Public Policy Meeting

All Chamber members are welcome to attend the meeting. 

Wilmington Chamber of Commerce

1 Million Cups

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, an......More

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, and small businesses present for 6 minutes about their company, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. 1MC Wilmington meets every Wednesday, 9AM, at the University for North Carolina Wilmington Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

UNCW CIE: 803 College Rd G, Wilmington, NC 28403

1 Million Cups

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, an......More

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, and small businesses present for 6 minutes about their company, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. 1MC Wilmington meets every Wednesday, 9AM, at the University for North Carolina Wilmington Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

UNCW CIE: 803 College Rd G, Wilmington, NC 28403

2025 - 40 Under 40 Awards

Get ready to celebrate our community’s brightest young professionals! The 7th Annual 40 Under 40 Awards are just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to honor the incredible achievements of these talented individuals. This event is all about recognizing ......More

Get ready to celebrate our community’s brightest young professionals! The 7th Annual 40 Under 40 Awards are just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to honor the incredible achievements of these talented individuals. This event is all about recognizing those who are pushing businesses to new heights, making their organizations stand out, and contributing so much to our vibrant community. Join us in congratulating this year's 40 Under 40 Honoress:  Gus Aretakis, LS3P Associates Roy Badillo, US Cellular Zachary Brigman, Embassy Suites Hilton Wilmington Riverfront Justin Burgess, CFP, Copley Investment Management Kevin Burnett, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy Morgan Burns, Airlink Vitalink Chris Capone, Capone & Associates LLC Madison Carlos, Live Oak Bank Christina Cress, Ward and Smith, P.A. Justin DeNicola, Terracon Evan Dressel, MBA, PMP, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Lauren Edwards, City of Wilmington Elizabeth Felts, New Hanover County Schools Shanreika Freeman-Cooper, Boys & Girls Club of SENC Brenda George, Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministries (WARM NC) Candace Guido, nCino Andy Harrison, University of North Carolina Wilmington Andrew Hewitt, A|C Hewitt Ben Jacobson, CISA, EARNEY Accountants & Advisors Alicia Kuna, Modern Aviation Mireya Lupercio, MSW, LCSW, Community Counseling Center Corey Maarschalk, YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina Britney Melvin, New Hanover County Fire Rescue Meghan Merritt, YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina Eileen O’Malley, The Endowment Jordan Pettid, City of Wilmington - Fire Department Maddie Pope, Blue & Green Concepts Alex Riley, New Hanover County Hannah Salefsky, PA-C, Wilmington Health Derek Schmidt, SWELL Systems, Inc. & DesignLoud Rebecca Schwartz DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Wilmington Health Elizabeth Severt, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Drew Smith, Copiers Plus Lydia Thomas, University of North Carolina Wilmington Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Craig Wagner, Welcome Home Angel Hannah Warren, Cape Fear Commercial Shay Webb, M.S., Merck Zachary Welch, EmergeOrtho - Coastal Region Stephen White, Thomas Construction Group Jason Windham, Maus, Warwick, Matthews & Co. It's going to be a night full of excitement and admiration for these amazing young professionals who are making a real difference. Don’t miss it!   We plan to recognize the 2025 honorees on Wednesday, October 1, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at Pointe 14 Theater.  To qualify this year, nominees needed to be young professionals under 40 years old and either live or work in Brunswick, New Hanover, or Pender counties. 

The Pointe 14 2223 Blockbuster Road Wilmington, NC 28412

2025 - Wake Up Wilmington Sponsored by United Community Bank

Wake up Wilmington is our free monthly referral networking meeting for chamber members, designed to make building new business relationships feel like a breeze! During our time together, all of our guests will have an opportunity to take a minute to introduce yourselves......More

Wake up Wilmington is our free monthly referral networking meeting for chamber members, designed to make building new business relationships feel like a breeze! During our time together, all of our guests will have an opportunity to take a minute to introduce yourselves, tell us what your business is all about, how you work your magic for clients, and if you've got any immediate business needs.  Chamber staff will get you in the loop with the latest Chamber and community updates, and at the end of our meeting, you’ll have a chance to share some leads and ask for others. Don’t forget to bring your business cards and a good attitude!   It's time to make some connections, build those bridges, and have some fun while you're at it. Ready to RSVP? Register using the link to the right on this page. Need more info or want to chat? Reach out to us, and we'll be all ears.  

Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 1 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC 28401

1 Million Cups

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, an......More

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, and small businesses present for 6 minutes about their company, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. 1MC Wilmington meets every Wednesday, 9AM, at the University for North Carolina Wilmington Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

UNCW CIE: 803 College Rd G, Wilmington, NC 28403

2025 - Chamber Connections Sponsored by Elderhaus PACE

We’d love to have you join us at our upcoming free monthly networking event, Chamber Connections, hosted at the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce located at 1 Estell Lee Place Wilmington, NC 28401.  Chamber Connections is a networking group of Chamber members designed t......More

We’d love to have you join us at our upcoming free monthly networking event, Chamber Connections, hosted at the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce located at 1 Estell Lee Place Wilmington, NC 28401.  Chamber Connections is a networking group of Chamber members designed to build relationships, support professional development, and help you develop leads for your business. At these events, you'll listen to a short presentation from the sponsor, receive Chamber updates on events, and meet like-minded professionals who wish to grow their business and their networks. This is a member benefit and has no additional cost to attend.   PARKING & BUILDING ENTRANCE Our guests are welcome to park in our parking lot or at the Wilmington Convention Center parking deck. If you must park in the deck, please let a chamber staffer know so we can provide you with a complimentary parking voucher. Our building’s main entrance faces the Cape Fear River and is accessed by passing through the gate to our building's left.  More About the Sponsor - Elderhaus PACE  Elderhaus is a non-profit PACE organization located in Wilmington, NC that serves residents of New Hanover and eastern Brunswick counties. Providing services and care that allows local seniors to remain independent in their own homes. Join us at Chamber Connections to learn more about Elderhaus PACE services and how they are impacting the senior community!   

Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 1 Estell Lee Place Wilmington, NC 28401

YPAC MEETING

2025 - Q2 African American Business Council (AABC) Meeting

The African American Business Council is dedicated to driving the growth and success of Black-owned businesses by connecting attendees with business resources, professional development, business education, and networking opportunities. Our mission is to support and str......More

The African American Business Council is dedicated to driving the growth and success of Black-owned businesses by connecting attendees with business resources, professional development, business education, and networking opportunities. Our mission is to support and strengthen African American entrepreneurs and business owners, contributing to a robust and thriving business community in Wilmington. We hope you will join us at Channel powered by Live Oak Bank for a special presentation on scaling your business for success by Certified Business Advisor and Vice Chair of the AABC, Atiba Johnson!  Atiba Johnson is a native of Wilmington, NC, an entrepreneur, and the founder of the OOPS Foundation. OOPS stands for Offering Optimistic Plans for Success and is a youth development non-profit that fosters self-confidence, leadership skills, and positive decision-making in underserved, at-risk youth. He is a graduate of Hoggard High School, and he attended Winston-Salem State University. Atiba always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur from an early age. He is passionate about working with the younger generation, as so many mentors in the community have worked with him. Atiba is a certified business advisor at Channel Powered by Live Oak Bank. He is also a small business owner of Front Street Market & Produce, S & J Concierge, Regal Events Dj, LLC, Johnson's Kennel of NC, and Coastal Transport & Shuttle (U haul).   He was awarded Volunteer of the Year during UNCW's Public Service Awards in 2010, the Hometown Hero Award in 2014, and the Black Male Image Award in 2015, and is the recipient of the 2023 NHC Equity Award in business. In addition, Atiba has served on many other non-profit boards and is currently serving on the city of Wilmington's Commission for African American History. When Atiba is not spending time with his family, wife Bernice, sons Dy’quell and Amir, and daughters Kiana and Atiya—He is volunteering and working with kids & adults in the community. Parking is available on the street or in the deck across the street from Channel.  Light breakfast items and coffee will be provided.          

CHANNEL POWERED by LIVE OAK BANK 106 Market Street Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28401

2025 - Intentional Collisions presented by Duke Energy

We’re thrilled for Duke Energy to sponsor our next Intentional Collisions networking event during the Cape Fear Region’s Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. This program is designed to build collaboration between indivi......More

We’re thrilled for Duke Energy to sponsor our next Intentional Collisions networking event during the Cape Fear Region’s Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. This program is designed to build collaboration between individuals from diverse backgrounds who might not typically connect in their daily lives. This event is produced in partnership with our minority business councils and encourages attendees to build meaningful relationships through intentional networking.   Who Should Attend: Entrepreneurs, business development professionals, community leaders, or anyone looking to expand their network, particularly those interested in minority business development.   Program Highlights: During the event, the Wilmington Chamber will proudly recognize three outstanding businesses with the Minority Excellence in Business Awards, celebrating African American, Latin American, and Women Business Owners for their remarkable contributions.   Dress Code: Business casual   Registration Details: This event is free for chamber members and non-members. Registration is required.   Food and Drink: One drink ticket will be provided. Light appetizers will be served.   Parking: Guest parking will be available at the Wilmington Sportsman Club in the rear of the building.

LOCATION TBD

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1 Million Cups

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, an......More

1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Wilmington, NC is one of many chapters across the United States. Join us as startups, and small businesses present for 6 minutes about their company, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. 1MC Wilmington meets every Wednesday, 9AM, at the University for North Carolina Wilmington Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

UNCW CIE: 803 College Rd G, Wilmington, NC 28403