• WILMA’s Women to Watch Awards

    Wilmington Convention Center 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, United States

    Women to Watch Awards categories: Arts Education Health Business Public Sector Nonprofit / Volunteer Rising Star (Under 30) The rising star category is limited to women under 30. The public sector category recognizes women who work in the area’s public service sector – public safety agencies, local and state government, military, etc. Individuals can nominate […]

  • Power Breakfast

    Wilmington Convention Center 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, United States

    The Power Breakfast series is a quarterly gathering of the business community and other community leaders to talk about issues of interest to our region. Each breakfast features a panel discussion or individual speaker focusing on topics of interest to local companies. Topic and speakers to be announced at a later date.

  • Spark ILM

    Wilmington Convention Center 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, United States

    Spark ILM is a dynamic reimagination of WilmingtonBiz Expo designed to spark fresh ideas, forge meaningful connections, and shine a spotlight on the vibrant Wilmington community. This event blends inspiration, education, and fun to help participants explore new perspectives—both professionally and personally. Whether it’s tackling real workplace challenges like communication and cross-generational collaboration, or exploring […]

  • WilmingtonBiz After Hours

    Backspin Social 6717 Market St, Wilmington, NC, United States

    Have your people meet our people at one of Wilmington’s best places for genuine and expansive networking. Location: Backspin Social Date is subject to change.

  • Elevate & Celebrate

    Elevate & Celebrate is WILMA's quarterly event! This is a free, non-networking event for women, so join us as we elevate voices and celebrate the women in our incredible city! Location: Hi-Wire Brewing

  • Health Care Heroes

    Burney Center - UNCW Union Dr, Wilmington, NC, United States

    The Greater Wilmington Business Journal's Health Care Heroes Awards honors individuals and organizations that are making an impact on the quality of health care in Wilmington. Whether they are companies, doctors, nurses, specialists or managers, join us in recognizing those who embody the word “hero” and prove their excellence in helping others. The finalists will […]

  • Power Breakfast: Wilmington’s Most Intriguing People of 2025

    Wilmington Convention Center 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, United States

    The Power Breakfast series is a quarterly gathering of the business community and other community leaders to talk about issues of interest to our region. Each breakfast features a panel discussion or individual speaker focusing on topics of interest to local companies. For the final Power Breakfast of the year, we ask local newsmakers to […]

  • Book on Business Launch Party

    Lumina on Wrightsville Beach 1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC, United States

    The WilmingtonBiz Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business. The publication serves as an annual update to business and community leaders on initiatives to boost economic development.

  • Power Breakfast

    Wilmington Convention Center 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, United States

    The Power Breakfast series is a quarterly gathering of the business community and other community leaders to talk about issues of interest to our region. Each breakfast features a panel discussion or individual speaker focusing on topics of interest to local companies.

  • Feast Wilmington

    Live Oak Bank Pavilion 10 Cowan St, Wilmington, North Carolina

    Craft + Cuisine Saturday, March 28th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prepare to be wowed as 20 local breweries partner with 20 talented chefs to craft irresistible pairings that will have you craving more with every bite and sip. Live entertainment from Dawson Wright.   Pier Party Saturday, March 28th 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. […]