Built2Last Innovations Lab

07/28/2025

Join Our Board of Directors!

Are you passionate about empowering small businesses and making a difference in your community? Built2Last Innovations Lab, Inc. is seeking qualified individuals to join our Board of Directors!

Who We're Looking For:

Experts in philanthropy, impavt investing, venture capitalism, nonprofit law, workforce development, economic development, community enggement, technology, supply chain management, and global engagement
Individuals with experience working with military veterans

Why Join Us?

Influence strategic decisions that shape the future of small businesses in Durham
Network with community leaders and fellow professionals
Make a direct impact of economic and workforce development in Durham

Term: 2 Years

Contact: If you are interested, please contact Ms. Briana Young-Roane, Executive administrative Assistant/Program Manager, at 919-998-9747, or [email protected], by July 31, 2025.

For more information, please visit our website at: https://built2lastinnovationslab.org.

Together, we can build a thriving entrepreneurial community for all!

07/01/2025

Upcoming Workshop Alert!

Luminary Leaders: Forging a Lasting Impact in Leadership & Education
🗓 Starts Next Week – July 10th, 2025

Don’t miss out on a dynamic session packed with insights that could transform the future of your business and leadership approach. This workshop is designed for educators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers ready to lead with purpose and leave a lasting impact.

Spots are filling quickly—secure your seat today!

06/10/2025

🌟 Calling All Childcare Leaders & Visionaries! 🌟

Are you ready to lead with purpose, elevate your career, and drive real change in early childhood education?

Join us for Luminary Leaders: Forging a Lasting Impact in Childcare — a 6-week hybrid workshop series designed for current & aspiring leaders in the childcare field.

🗓 Starts June 26, 2025
📍 Hybrid Format | In-person at American Underground (Durham, NC)
🕡 Thursdays at 6:30 PM
🎯 Topics include: Leadership Foundations, Team Building, Financial Strategies, Advocacy, Personal Branding & more!

🔥 Featuring expert guest speakers and a final pitch competition to showcase your leadership vision!

🎟 Register today — space is limited!
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/luminary-leaders-forging-a-lasting-impact-in-childcare-tickets-1392791519929?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s build the next generation of childcare leaders—together. 💼✨

Join us for the Luminary Leaders workshop—a transformative six-week program designed for current and aspiring leaders in childcare.

06/02/2025

Are you ready to elevate your leadership skills and make a lasting impact in the childcare industry? Join
us for the Luminary Leaders workshop—a transformative six-week program designed for current and
aspiring leaders in the childcare industry who are passionate about shaping the future of childcare.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/luminary-leaders-forging-a-lasting-impact-in-childcare-tickets-1392791519929?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/24/2025

What a wonderful experience E3 Durham and the event. The Town Hall style sessions was created to really hear what small businesses and entrepreneurs need to create a positive sustainable ecosystem within the Durham community.

We must work together to maintain and grow our community.

03/11/2025

It takes a village to build an ecosystem that supports everyone from dreaming to building. Thank you to Village Capital for holding space.

Also to Provident1898 for offering such an inspirational space.

03/03/2025

2025 Durham Ecosystem Town Hall

We’re hosting the 2025 Durham Ecosystem Town Hall during this month's Third Thursdays event, where we'll share the emergent 2025-26 Ecosystem Strategic Plan and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of Durham's entrepreneurial community.

Discussion Topics:

Resource Navigation – Making it easier to find and access the right support

Product/Market Fit – Validating your business idea/offerings

Client Acquisition – Strategies to attract and retain customers

Spanish-Language Services – Expanding support for Hispanic entrepreneurs

B2B Services – Enhancing access to affordable business support (e.g., accounting, marketing, legal)

Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Provident1898, 411 W Chapel Hill St , Durham, NC 27701

02/26/2025

Support a local event! Register today and get the support you need to grow your business.

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development is hosting its Inaugural Small Business Expansion Summit at North Carolina Central University School of Business on March 22, 2022 and you'r...

02/18/2025

Support a local business this week! Spending dollars within your community ensures that the cycle continues to grow and thrive!

01/14/2025

Investing in your business is not just a choice; it's a commitment to its future. By investing in the right tools, resources, and knowledge, you ensure that your business not only survives but thrives. It’s about creating a foundation for long-term success, empowering your team, and staying ahead of the competition.

Joining our workshops is a powerful step toward gaining the insights and access your small business needs to flourish. We’re here to equip you with the strategies, skills, and connections to take your business to the next level. Don’t just build a business—build a lasting legacy.

01/06/2025

2025 is here, bringing with it new possibilities, new challenges, and exciting adventures for everyone—including small Black female business owners. As we step into the first full week of the year, why not take a moment to reflect? Think about what went well for you and your business last year. What were the wins, big or small? Now, consider how you can build on those strengths and take your business to the next level. Let’s start this year with intention, growth, and confidence!

12/23/2024

Holiday Blessings from Built2Last Innovations Lab, Inc.