UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out our calendar of mixers, workshops, and field trips
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out our calendar of mixers, workshops, and field trips
PUBLIC AND PARTNER EVENTS
These events are open to the public, hosted by either the American Underground or our partners. We’d love to see you there!

Partner Event
Raleigh-Durham Startup Week
Get ready—Raleigh-Durham Startup Week is back!
From April 7-11, 2025, don’t miss founders, innovators, and dreamers from across the Triangle coming together for 5 days of learning, connecting, and growing. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is your chance to dive into the heart of our vibrant, growing startup ecosystem.
Expect powerful keynotes from industry leaders and startup veterans who’ve built and scaled global companies. Make new connections with possible cofounders, team members, investors, mentors, strategic partners, friends, and more! Learn more and register for free
April 7-11, 2025 (Durham & Raleigh) / Register Here

Partner Event
Pizza And pitches
Want feedback on your pitch and tips for getting into a top accelerator program?
Join the Techstars WaterTech & Sustainability team on Monday, April 7th, for Pitches & Pizza to refine your pitch for Startup Week and learn about their fall program in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Come ready to pitch, learn, and connect with your fellow entrepreneurs. Register today to hold your spot!
Monday, April 7th at 12:00 pm/ RSVP Here

Partner Event
RDSW jobseekers Brunch
Whether you’re looking for a job in startups or hiring for the next key role on your team, this networking brunch brings both groups together in a laid-back environment to learn more about each other.
Tuesday, April 8th at 10:00 am/ Learn More

Public Event
Digital Health Happy Hour
Join the Digital Health Institute for Transformation (DHIT) for our monthly Digital Health Happy Hour on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 PM EST. Talk with Jason O’Meara, who leads Pfizer’s digital transformation efforts, and get firsthand insight into a major pharma company’s digital transformation journey. We’ll hear how Pfizer evaluates technologies and digital solutions for their marketplace and learn how their response to COVID-19 marked a digital inflection point for the company.
Wednesday, April 16th at 5:30 pm/ RSVP Here
MEMBERS-ONLY EVENTS
These events are exclusive to AU members. Schedule a tour to learn more about joining the AU community!

MEMBER EVENT
AU Field Trip: Photo ExhibitionÂ
Take a break and join us to check out AU member, Jordan Abdur-Ra’oof’s photography exhibition highlighting the individuals behind the places we gather
Wednesday, April 2nd at 2:00 pm

MEMBER EVENT
AU Member Mixer: Planting Party
Join AU member and green-thumb extraordinaire Ed Brown as we give our rooftop garden a fresh spring makeover! We’ve grown tomatoes, basil, peppers, and cucumbers—but what’s missing? Got a dream veggie or flower in mind? We’ll add that to the mix too, let’s make this rooftop bloom!
Thursday, April 3rd at 4:00 pm

MEMBER EVENT
Au co-lunching: Rooftop Egg Hunt
Join fellow AU members for a friendly BYO rooftop lunch and a fun egg hunt filled with sweet treats
Tuesday, April 15th at 12:00 pm