RTP180: Pay It Forward

*IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL* RTP180: Pay It Forward sponsored by RTI International

Innovation. Education. Industry. These are powerful angles—and what Research Triangle Park is known for. At RTP180, speakers from our founding Universities, Park companies and the North Carolina community at-large, are called upon to speak passionately and authentically about what matters to them. The twist? They must do it in 5 minutes or less!

We ask our speakers to be intentional with their 300 seconds up on the virtual stage. What perspective of their industry are they able to share? What are their passions? What would our community be surprised to learn? What case studies in North Carolina are cutting edge?

For this month’s #RTP180 we’re also asking: “What does paying it forward look like for you?” That may mean donating your time, resources or even sharing knowledge. At our November 18 presentation, leaders from local nonprofits will share the ways they and their organizations make an impact in the Triangle. Get inspired while you enjoy complimentary popcorn and a beer from Fullsteam RTP.

Our Experts

Eric Guckian |United Way of the Greater Triangle

Amy Bogie | Durham Literacy Center

Dr. Rhonda Taylor Bullock | we are

Amy Dozier | Stop Soldier Suicide

Cecilia Barja Chamas|El Futuro

Our Game Plan

Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the show kicks off at 6:00 p.m. sharp in-person at 800 Park Offices Drive, RTP NC 27709.

Can’t attend in-person? The event will be livestreamed here beginning at 6:00p.m. Thursday, Nov 18th.

The hashtag for this event is #RTP180. Get social with us by tagging @FrontierRTP.

Our Promise

The safety of our community is our top priority. We will be adhering to all Covid-19 regulations put in place by Durham county. Our team is working behind the scenes to offer a safe in-person option, as well as a virtual option. The mission of this event, telling the stories of innovations and talent in this region, remains as important as ever and the show must go on.

We want you to easily access our events and webinars. Feel free to reach out to us with accommodation requests at programming@rtp.org and we’ll do our best to facilitate.