Advocate for NCI

SHARE THE STORY OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN NORTH CAROLINA

You can help build momentum by sharing the breakthroughs, partnerships, and successes emerging from our universities and regions. Your voice helps attract talent, partners, and new opportunities.

Ways You Can Advocate

  • Share NCInnovation updates on social media

  • Highlight university successes and regional wins

  • Invite NCInnovation to speak at events or community programs

  • Encourage local leaders to connect with their regional hub

  • Share how applied research and innovation improve your community

Invite NCInnovation to Your Event

Attend Innovation Events Across the State

You can participate in events supported by NCInnovation and partners such as NC IDEA, RIoT, SBTDC, EDPNC, NC Commerce, and regional organizations, including:

  • Pitch events and demo days

  • University innovation showcases

  • Economic development forums

  • Workforce and industry roundtables

  • Community innovation gatherings

These events help you connect with the people and ideas shaping North Carolina’s innovation economy.

Attend an Event

PUTTING INNOVATION TO WORK FOR ALL OF NORTH CAROLINA

You have a meaningful role in shaping the future of innovation in North Carolina. When you partner, support, or advocate, you help bring research to life and expand opportunity in every region of the state.

Get Involved Today