Association

CED

The Council for Entrepreneurial Development connects North Carolina founders with investors and mentors through programs like Venture Connect and Smart Money.

Website

Upcoming events2

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OCT

CED Smart Money: Angel & Startup Investing

Oct 22, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026 · Duke Fuqua School of Business, 100 Fuqua Dr, Durham, NC

Hosted by CED

MAR

'27

CED Venture Connect 2027

Pre-events Mar 22 · DPAC (Durham Performing Arts Center), Durham, NC

Hosted by CED

Funding & programs1

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CED Venture Connect 2027: Pitch Applications

Past pitch deadlines fell in early January

What they offer

Programs

•Venture Connect
•Smart Money

Resources

•Investor Connections
•Founder Education
•Pitch Events