The McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education (MCE&CE) serves as a gateway to the vast intellectual and technical resources at NC State University. Established in 1924 as the College Extension Division, MCE&CE has continually evolved to meet the educational needs of individuals, organizations, governmental agencies, and corporations. For more than 86 years, MCE&CE has proudly carried on the tradition of public service first established by Jane S. McKimmon, a pioneer in the field of continuing education.

Cherokee is the leading private equity firm investing capital and expertise in brownfield redevelopment. For more than two decades, Cherokee’s executive team has produced strong financial returns while delivering positive environmental and social results. Cherokee has invested in more than 525 properties worldwide. The firm has nearly $2 billion under management and is currently investing its fourth fund.

The company has evolved its leadership role in the reclamation of brownfields by applying expertise, creativity and resolve to sustainable redevelopment of properties after remediation. Our track record is built on nearly 15 years of successfully cleaning up and revitalizing real estate. Our team of experienced real estate and investment professionals, our access to capital and our leadership in the field is evident in the properties we have transformed and the consistent, sustainable returns we generate. Further, our work has shown that profitability and responsibility are not mutually exclusive; they go hand in hand.

The Raleigh Urban Design Center is a team of urban designers and planners who envision and design solutions that create a better built environment for the City of Raleigh. By engaging and leading the people of Raleigh in deliberate, targeted design discussions, we build consensus around innovative solutions that encourage all people to be active in shaping the physical form of their community.

The Long View 1880 Pub Gallery located at 118 S. Person St. Raleigh, NC

The Raleigh Forum is a vibrant hub of activity in downtown Raleigh’s Fayetteville St District. Located at 208 S. Wilmington Street, it is a forum for community, collaboration and cooperation.

We provide coworking space, meeting space, amenities, and community to telecommuters, freelancers and entrepreneurs. Our members come from a variety of industries: business consulting, marketing, graphic design, and technology, just to name a few. Opportunities for networking and the exchange of creative ideas abound- we even have a whiteboard wall for jotting down your thoughts!

Our love and passion for creating Beyú is to continue the rich tradition and history of the coffeehouse experience, a community establishment dating back to the early 15^th century. We look to enhance your experience by offering the convenience for on the go, or your daily ritual to grab great food or an after-work cocktail, all while providing you with the quality of life that makes Beyu Caffe a part of your everyday journey.

Square 1 Bank specializes in providing financial services to entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. We help growing companies and their investors navigate financial obstacles by providing access to funds and expertise. Our customized product offerings and unrivaled team of venture banking specialists provide a banking experience designed exclusively for you.

The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is a bold, dynamic organization that serves the needs of businesses, non-profits and government agencies of all sizes. There’s no other organization that can connect you to all of these various groups better than the Durham Chamber.

Once you learn a little more about what we do to not only support businesses here, but how our work impacts the entire community, we are confident that you’ll be ready to engage with us. Not to mention, our greatest resource – our stellar staff. You’ll soon see how they can be a resource for you and your business!

The American Underground is an entrepreneur’s dream — offering a unique mix of world class amenities and clustered resources positioned in the heart of one of the nation’s best places to live and work.

For our tenants, the Underground is a place to enjoy the high energy of a start up campus, the resources of an international research and business destination, the amenities of a top flight office complex and the culture of a dynamic downtown.

For our local, regional, country and global communities, the American Underground is the new standard for nurturing entrepreneurs, dreamers and do-ers.

Intersouth Partners is one of the most active and experienced venture capital firms in the Southeast, having invested in more than 100 private companies. Founded in 1985, Intersouth manages $780 million in seven venture capital limited partnerships, making it the largest venture capital fund in North Carolina and one of the largest in the Southeast.

Based in Durham, North Carolina, Intersouth Partners seeks a broad range of investment opportunities in the technology and life science sectors. Our experienced team has full-cycle experience in the complex matters associated with investing in fledgling companies, including technology assessment and transfer, management team development, corporate partnering, sales growth and successful exits.

Bull City Forward is a non-profit organization that exists to dramatically increase the creation, scale and impact of social enterprises in Durham, NC.

The Cotton Room, is an all-inclusive event venue featuring innovative cuisine, expert planning, and inspired decor. But the space is more than just an event venue; it’s a sign of hometown price. The Cotton Room owner Michelle Aldred grew up in Durham and remembers touring many of the tobacco and textile mills in Durham and as a schoolchild. “I’m thrilled to be a part of Durham’s revitalization. To be able to take a piece of our history and re-envision it as something new and creative is so exciting.”