Don’t just network…techwork. NCTA brings together members and the greater technology community for networking in a more casual and social atmosphere. Connect, build relationships, increase visibility and have fun doing it!

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Understanding How the New U.S. Patent Laws Affect Business Strategy for Emerging Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Medical Device Companies

With the "America Invents Act" and new U.S. patent laws now in effect or being implemented over the next year, emerging pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies are asking what are the implications of the changes and how do we adapt?

Cyber Crime 

This month a panel discussion will focus on Cyber Crime. Dinner included.

Scheduled Panelists:

• Theresa Payton, Cyber Expert
• Peter J. Ahearn, Jr, Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Joan Myers
• Thomas Hyslip, Supervisory Special Agent, Department of Defense Criminal Investigative Service

Find out more at the AITP RTP website.

Each month, companies present what they are working on with the audience providing feedback. The events provide a time and place for technologists and entrepreneurs to showcase new technology/companies in the Triangle startup community.

Our first event of 2012 will feature three companies from our local accelerator Triangle Startup Factory.

Featured Speakers:

At the intersection of materials and life sciences, there is significant nanobiotech innovation occurring that generates substantial commercial opportunities through the evolution of novel products. COIN serves as a single point of entry to the nanobiotech ecosystem through this Industrial Outreach Program (IOP), providing access to a robust network of key thought leaders across academia and industry.

Come join this thriving community at an enjoyable networking event.

The first 50 attendees will receive two free drink tickets! 

Uncovering Hidden Successes: Stories from Local CEO's that You've Never Heard Of Before

That's right, there are local CEOs that are flying under the radar. Join us at the American Underground to meet these highly successful entrepreneurs and hear how they have been able to build their businesses.

Featured Speakers:

SUSTAINABILITY: Optional no longer

Whether marketing to consumers, planning for business or building and budget for industry and institutions, sustainability is now mainstream, not an option or a frill.

The conference will include sessions on such topics as policy and finance, alternative energy technologies such as wind, solar and biofuels, and the Utility Savings Initiative.

Keynote Speakers:

We invite you to meet Code 42 Software - the creators of CrashPlan PROe Enterprise backup & recovery software. We'll discuss the data backup and recovery challenges you're facing, particularly in an increasingly mobile world. This presentation is designed for all individuals whose companies are looking for a comprehensive and flexible backup solution as well as any IT professional needing to lower the costs of protecting your organizations data.

At this event you'll learn about:

CEO Panel: Secrets of Success 

Interested in learning what it takes to become a high growth cleantech company?  Curious about how to acquire new customers and funding early on?  Attend this CleanLinks Forum to meet veteran entrepreneurs. Hear their journey from startup to high growth and hear how they beat the odds.

Learn about the International Space Station and how discoveries made in space improve life on Earth.