79°West Innovation Hub

<p>Welcome to the 79 West Monthly Breakfast Club – our laid-back take on the predictable morning networking event happening every month. Enjoy live acoustic music, an iPad giveaway, tasty breakfast treats, and free coworking until 5pm.</p> <p>You’ll also get news updates from Gene Galin of the Chatham Journal, and industry insights from our amazing sponsors:</p> […]

<p><strong>Calling All Chatham County Employers!</strong><br /> Finding it hard to recruit, train, and retain entry-level employees?</p> <p>There’s an untapped, talented workforce right here in our community – individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) – ready to bring value, dedication, and new energy to your team.</p> <p>At this Coffee Talk, hosted in partnership with <a […]

<p>Join us in giving the gift of life! The <a href="https://www.orangechathamrealtors.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Orange Chatham Association of REALTORS®</a> is proud to host a community <a href="https://members.orangechathamrealtors.com/event-calendar/Details/blood-drive-1501904?sourceTypeId=EmailInvitation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Blood Drive</a> at the beautiful Homestead event room at 79°West.</p> <p>Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your contribution helps save lives and supports patients in our local […]

<p>Join <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccadickenson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rebecca Dickenson</a>, President &amp; CEO of the <a href="https://www.chathamchambernc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chatham Chamber</a>, for a casual, small-group gathering where you’ll have the opportunity to:</p> <ul> <li>Learn how to get the most value from your Chamber membership</li> <li>Explore ways to engage in programs, committees, and events</li> <li>Ask questions, share your goals, and offer […]

<p><b>Whether you’re running a business, launching a side project, or simply curious about using AI to make better decisions</b>, this interactive 1.5-hour session will give you practical tools for turning AI into a trusted research assistant. You’ll learn how to design prompts that uncover relevant insights—whether you’re exploring market trends, comparing competitors, or understanding a […]

<p>Better Business Decisions is a hands-on, competitive simulation where participants run a company, making strategic and financial decisions that impact performance. This interactive program builds financial confidence and strategic thinking—without requiring a finance background.</p> <p>Compete with your peers to build the most successful company, making big decisions that drive real results. Along the way, you’ll gain […]

<p data-end="553" data-start="217">Join us for a practical and engaging <strong data-end="271" data-start="254">Lunch &amp; Learn </strong>with<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmabrowning" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Emma Browning</a>, founder of <a href="https://paradoxcp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Paradox Consulting Partners</a>, as she shares strategies to help you and your team work more effectively – without burning out. This session is perfect for business owners, team leaders, and […]

<p>Welcome to the 79 West Monthly Breakfast Club – our laid-back take on the predictable morning networking event happening every month. Enjoy live acoustic music, an iPad giveaway, tasty breakfast treats, and free coworking until 5pm.</p> <p>For October, we’re featuring <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-matthews-15a6a729/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Donald Matthews, Mayor of Siler City </a>and <a href="https://www.silercity.org/directory.aspx?EID=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jack Meadows, […]

<p>Office Hours with Munson Law: Have Legal Questions? Let’s Chat!</p> <p>Our free program is here to help you tackle your legal questions in a casual, no-pressure setting.</p> <ul> <li>Amending or creating wills</li> <li>Setting up or updating trusts (including special needs trusts)</li> <li>Updating healthcare documents or Power of Attorney</li> <li>Steps to start an LLC for your business</li> […]

<p>Join us at 79°West Innovation Hub in Pittsboro for a showcase of amazing local talent. The event will feature a diverse range of artworks created by <a title="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/patricia-martin/" href="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/patricia-martin/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-msys-clicktrack="0">Patricia Martin</a>, <a title="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/irena-cepulyte/" href="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/irena-cepulyte/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-msys-clicktrack="0">Irena Cepullyte</a>, <a title="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/lara-okeefe/" href="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/lara-okeefe/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-msys-clicktrack="0">Lara O’Keefe</a>, <a title="https://chathamartistsguild.org/artists/anna-julian/" […]

<p><b>Artificial Intelligence isn’t just for tech experts—it’s becoming part of everyday work, creativity, and decision-making. </b></p> <p>In this interactive 1.5-hour session, you’ll explore how today’s AI tools, like ChatGPT, are changing the way we write, research, create, and solve problems. You’ll get a hands-on introduction to the ChatGPT interface, learn simple but powerful prompting techniques, and […]