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. […]

Have your people meet our people at one of Wilmington’s best places for genuine and expansive networking. Presented by: United Community Bank

The WILMA Dash is Wilmington, North Carolina’s ONLY All-Female 5K! It is a great event for first-time runners, walkers, and for seasoned runners looking for a personal best. After the race, stay for the WILMA Dash Health Fest at the start/finish inside the Convention Center Expo Hall. Entry is included with your WILMA Dash registration. The […]

The Coastal Entrepreneur Awards recognizes up-and-coming ventures in our region as well as established companies that keep innovating. They are a joint effort of UNCW’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Greater Wilmington Business Journal to shine a spotlight on entrepreneurs in the Cape Fear region.

Join us at Leland Brewing Co. as we gather to celebrate the release of our latest magazine and bring our community together. Expect warm conversations, shared laughs, and an easygoing atmosphere that puts everyone at ease.

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.

The WILMA Leadership Accelerator is our annual half-day leadership conference. It will be a jam-packed day of personalized programming that includes hands-on leadership workshops, a keynote lunch, and the opportunity for attendees to make meaningful connections with other like-minded women in our community.

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.

Our annual Women to Watch Awards celebrate the women making an impact on our community. The seven category winners are also announced at the event, which will be held at the Wilmington Convention Center. Nominations will open in April for the 2026 Women to Watch Awards.  Women to Watch Awards Categories: Arts || Business || […]

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. Spark ILM is about learning, connecting, and thinking boldly.