The Village Connection

4.1•11 ratings

Raleigh, NC, US

About us

Welcome Start-ups, Entrepreneurs and Small business owners. This community is for you if you're looking to connect, build business relationships, and share challenges and solutions within your business with other like-minded individuals. If you're looking for your business family, we are just that at The Village. We will meet monthly in person as group, but will also have free or discounted access to workshops, Business After Hours and other events going on with The Wright Village.

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SEO and AI: A New Look At Search
Thu, Mar 19 · 12:00 PM EDT
The Wright Village, 420 Hubert St Ofc 2, Raleigh, NC, US
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It’s no longer possible to consider SEO without AI. This class covers search basics and how AI is reshaping core SEO principles.
It’s no longer possible to consider SEO without considering how AI fits in. As search rapidly evolves, understanding the intersection of AI and SEO is critical for staying visible online.
This class starts with core search fundamentals and then explores how AI is reshaping the foundational principles of SEO. We’ll examine how we search in a post-AI world, whether your content is training future AI models, and how to adapt to ongoing changes from search leaders like Google and Bing.
You’ll learn:
- The fundamentals of how search works today
- How AI is impacting traditional SEO strategy
- Whether and how your content feeds AI systems
- Practical ways to adjust your digital approach for long-term visibility
Led by Jen McFarland, founder of Marit Digital (a certified B Corp), this session blends strategy, sustainability, and real-world insight. Jen is also a contributing writer for WRAL TechWire and a columnist with Cary Magazine.

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Triangle Small Business Connect: Networking & Partnership Meetup
Thu, Mar 19 · 6:00 PM EDT
The Wright Village, 420 Hubert St Ofc 2, Raleigh, NC, US
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Triangle Small Business Connect is a working networking happy hour for partnerships, visibility, & goverment contracting opportunities!
Join us for the Triangle Small Business Connect! 🤝 A working networking happy hour for growth-minded small businesses ready to build real partnerships, increase visibility, and explore collaboration and government-contracting opportunities.
📅 Thursday, March 19, 2026
⏰6:00–9:00 PM
📍The Wright Village | 399 Hubert Street, Raleigh, NC
🎫$10 Registration – Limited seating. FREE Parking
Who should attend?
Small businesses (all industries), MBE/DBE/HUBZone/SDVOSB/WOSB firms, new and emerging businesses, and professionals seeking meaningful partnerships.
What you’ll gain:
Strategic networking, meaningful introductions, collaboration and joint-venture opportunities, and tools to build visibility in the Triangle.
FREE professional headshots available – come headshot dressed and ready.

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Spring Reset: Business After Hours
Mon, Mar 30 · 6:30 PM EDT
The Wright Note Cafe, 399 Hubert St, Raleigh, NC, US
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Reset your goals and refresh your network at this Easter-inspired Business After Hours with breakout sessions, a business egg hunt, and the

Join us for Spring Reset: Business After Hours, an Easter-inspired networking experience designed to help entrepreneurs reconnect, reflect, and refresh their momentum heading into the next quarter.

## What to Expect

🥚 Business Egg Hunt
Explore the space and discover hidden eggs filled with business tips, conversation prompts, prizes, and surprises.
💡 Breakout Stations
Participate in small-group conversations focused on:
• Financial clarity
• Marketing momentum
• Stress reset for entrepreneurs
Each station is designed to leave you with a practical takeaway and fresh perspective.
🍹 DIY Mocktail Bar
Create our signature drink — The Village Spritz — at the DIY mocktail station and enjoy a refreshing twist while you connect with fellow entrepreneurs.
🤝 Intentional Networking
Meet founders, creatives, and professionals from across the local ecosystem and build relationships that go beyond exchanging business cards.
Come ready to connect, share ideas, and step into the next season of business with fresh energy.
Reset your goals. Refresh your network.

## Why Attend?

• Expand your network in a welcoming environment
• Gain practical insights for the next quarter of business
• Meet entrepreneurs and professionals across industries
• Leave refreshed, inspired, and connected

## 📍 Location

The Wright Note Cafe
399 Hubert St
Raleigh, NC 27603
Free parking on-site.

## 🎟️ Registration

This is a free event, but space is limited
RSVP today to secure your spot!

## 📣 Questions?

Contact us:
📞 919-822-1937
📧 events@thewrightvillage.com
📲 IG: @thewrightvillagerdu
Looking to sponsor? email: outreach@thewrightvillage.com

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1 attendee