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RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night Coming to Wilson, NC on June 24

Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Innovators Invited to Celebrate the Next Generation of Startups

The future of innovation in North Carolina takes center stage on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as RIoT Labs and NC IDEA present the RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night in Wilson, North Carolina.

After months of building, testing, validating, and growing their businesses, the founders of the twenty-second cohort of the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP XXII) are ready to showcase their ventures and share their entrepreneurial journeys with the community.

This exciting evening will bring together startup founders, investors, mentors, business leaders, and innovation enthusiasts for a night filled with startup pitches, networking opportunities, and emerging technologies designed to solve real-world challenges.

Event Details

RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Wilson, North Carolina

Attendees are encouraged to reserve their spot early and join one of the state’s premier startup networking events.

What to Expect

The RAP XXII Founder Showcase will feature:

• Live startup pitches from RAP XXII founders
• Innovative solutions addressing real-world challenges
• Opportunities to connect with entrepreneurs and investors
• Insights into emerging technologies and business trends
• High-value networking with industry leaders and ecosystem partners

The event celebrates the accomplishments of founders who have spent months transforming ideas into scalable businesses through the RIoT Accelerator Program.

Meet the RAP XXII Founders

The RAP XXII cohort represents a diverse group of startups working across multiple industries, including:

• Technology
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Sustainability
• Emerging technology solutions

Each founder will have the opportunity to present their business, share their vision, and connect with potential investors, partners, mentors, and customers.

Why You Should Attend

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, first-time founder, investor, student, or simply interested in innovation, this event offers valuable opportunities to learn and connect.

Investors

Discover promising startups and explore potential investment opportunities.

Founders

Meet potential advisors, strategic partners, and collaborators who can help accelerate your growth.

Business Leaders

Gain insight into emerging technologies and innovative business solutions shaping the future.

Community Members

Support local entrepreneurs and become part of North Carolina’s growing innovation ecosystem.

The Power of Networking

While the startup pitches are the main attraction, many attendees know that some of the most valuable opportunities happen after the presentations conclude.

The networking portion of the evening provides a chance to connect directly with founders, investors, advisors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders. These conversations often spark new partnerships, investments, collaborations, and long-term business relationships.

Supporting North Carolina’s Startup Ecosystem

The RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night is more than just a pitch competition—it’s a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation across North Carolina.

By attending, participants help strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing founders with valuable feedback, mentorship opportunities, business connections, and potential investment pathways.

This showcase also marks an important milestone as the first cohort selected through the partnership between RIoT Labs and NC IDEA, further expanding opportunities for startup founders throughout the region.

Reserve Your Spot

If you’re passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and supporting emerging businesses, the RAP XXII Founder Showcase & Pitch Night is an event you won’t want to miss.

Reserve your spot today and be part of an evening dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and the future of North Carolina startups.

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May at The Wright Village – Scale, Strengthen and Show Up in Raleigh This Month

As Raleigh continues to grow as a hub for entrepreneurs, creatives, and community builders, The Wright Village is creating intentional spaces for people ready to level up.

This May, the focus is clear: Scale. Strengthen. Show Up.

We’re deep into Q2 — the point where consistency starts turning into results. Whether you’re building a business, refining your brand, or expanding your network, The Wright Village is offering the kind of environments that help you grow with purpose.

🌟 May Focus: Scale With Intention

Growth isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what works, consistently.

At The Wright Village, May is all about:

• Strengthening your foundation
• Increasing intentional visibility
• Building systems that support long-term growth

This is where strategy meets execution — and where real progress begins.

📅 This Month at a Glance

Here’s what’s happening this May:

• 🍽️ Lunch & Link Networking – May 13
• 💰 Funding & Financial Analysis Workshop – May 13
• 🏢 Village Wednesdays – Every Wednesday
• 🎯 Take Your Brand Series-Ly – May 26
• ✨ My Brown Is Enough: A Confidence Brunch – May 31

👉 View full details & register via The Wright Village event platform.

🤝 Lunch & Link: Build & Breathe

🗓️ Wednesday, May 13 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Looking for authentic connections without the pressure?

Lunch & Link offers a relaxed environment where conversations happen naturally. No pitches. No forced networking. Just real people building meaningful relationships in Raleigh.

💰 Funding & Financial Analysis Workshop

🗓️ Wednesday, May 13 | 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

If you’re serious about growth, you need clarity around your numbers.

This workshop helps attendees:

• Understand their financial landscape
• Explore funding opportunities
• Make smarter, data-driven decisions

Perfect for entrepreneurs ready to move from guesswork to strategy.

🏢 Village Wednesdays

📍 Every Wednesday

Consistency builds momentum — and Village Wednesdays are designed to keep you in the right rooms.

These weekly gatherings create ongoing opportunities to:

• Collaborate
• Network
• Stay visible in the community

If you’re building in Raleigh, this is where you need to be.

🎯 Take Your Brand Series-Ly

🗓️ Tuesday, May 26 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Led by Creative Director Akilah Driver, this workshop is for anyone ready to stop chasing trends and start building a real brand.

You’ll learn how to:

• Create a clear content ecosystem
• Build repeatable content series
• Use storytelling to engage your audience
• Generate anticipation — not just impressions

If your content feels scattered, this session will bring clarity and direction.

✨ My Brown Is Enough: A Confidence Brunch

🗓️ Sunday, May 31 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

This isn’t your typical networking event.

My Brown Is Enough is an intimate, curated experience designed for women ready to step fully into their confidence and identity.

Expect:

• Meaningful conversations
• A supportive, empowering environment
• Space to move beyond imposter syndrome

This is more than an event — it’s a transformative experience.

🚀 Why The Wright Village Matters in Raleigh

In a city filled with events, what sets The Wright Village apart is intention.

Every gathering is designed to:

• Foster real relationships
• Provide actionable value
• Create space for authentic growth

For entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals across the Triangle, this is more than a calendar — it’s a community.

📍 Final Thoughts

May is the month to stop overthinking and start executing with purpose.

If you’re ready to:

• Build smarter
• Show up consistently
• Surround yourself with the right people

Then The Wright Village is where you need to be.

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