Elevate & Celebrate
2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Savard Beer and Board, 121 S Front St, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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: Savard Beer and Board
Date is subject to change.

WILMA's Women to Watch Awards
2025-09-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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 someone or apply themselves. The awards are open to those who live or work in New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender counties.

Power Breakfast
2025-09-12 07:30 - 10:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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
2025-10-01 08:00 - 16:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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 the future of Wilmington through visionary discussions on growth and innovation, Spark ILM is about learning, connecting, and thinking boldly.

WilmingtonBiz After Hours
2025-10-22 16:30 - 19:00 | Backspin Social, 6717 Market St, Wilmington, NC, 28405, 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
2025-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 | North Carolina
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
2025-11-15 17:00 - 21:00 | Burney Center – UNCW, Union Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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 be profiled in the special Health Care Heroes section of the Business Journal and the winners will be announced at an awards event on November 15 at UNCW’s Burney Center.

Power Breakfast: Wilmington's Most Intriguing People of 2025
2025-12-03 07:30 - 10:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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 talk about their new ideas, projects or approaches for our community.
Event Details:
Wednesday, December 3
Breakfast & Networking: 7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Program: 8:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Wilmington Convention Center
Note: There are no paper tickets for this event. You will receive a name tag at check-in that includes your table number.

Book on Business Launch Party
2026-02-04 16:30 - 19:00 | Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, 1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480, 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.

WilmingtonBiz After Hours
2026-02-25 16:30 - 19:00 | The Sounder, 5400 Oleander Dr., Wilmington, NC, 28403, United States
Have your people meet our people at one of Wilmington’s best places for genuine and expansive networking.

Elevate & Celebrate
2026-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Tides Beverage Co., 615 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
Join us at Tides Beverage 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.

Power Breakfast
2026-03-18 07:30 - 09:45, 2026-06-18 07:30 - 09:45, 2026-09-03 07:30 - 09:45, 2026-12-10 07:30 - 09:45 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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
2026-03-28 11:00 - 2026-03-29 15:00 | Live Oak Bank Pavilion, 10 Cowan St, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
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.

Experience the area’s finest coastal cuisine and a delightful array of drinks along the beautiful Cape Fear River. Live entertainment from Kicking Bird.

Brunch Elevated
Sunday, March 29th
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Indulge in next-level brunch bites, curated Bloody Mary and Mimosa bars, crave-worthy coffee creations and handcrafted mocktails. The ultimate Sunday brunch experience! Live entertainment from Leme Nolan.

WILMA Dash + Health Fest
2026-05-07 16:00 - 21:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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 Health Fest includes local health & wellness exhibitors, food, drinks, awards and more!
Not participating in the Dash, but still want to be a part of the action? The Health Fest is open to everyone and all ticket/donation proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit WILMADash.com for more details!

Coastal Entrepreneur Awards
2026-05-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Burney Center – UNCW, Union Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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.

WILMA Leadership Accelerator
2026-07-30 09:00 - 14:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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.

WILMA's Women to Watch Awards
2026-09-11 17:30 - 22:00 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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 || Education || Health || Nonprofit/Volunteer || Public Sector || Rising Star (Under 30)
And the WILMA Icon Award, recognizing a visionary woman with a lasting impact.
The rising star category is limited to women under 30. Nominee must turn 30 after September 11, 2026.
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 someone or apply themselves. The awards are open to those who live or work in New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender counties.

Spark ILM
2026-10-01 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28401, 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. Spark ILM is about learning, connecting, and thinking boldly.
