Celebrating Excellence in innovation

First Flight Venture Center, founded in 1991, is a one-of-a-kind non-profit incubator for science/ technology start-ups and a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Research Triangle Park, NC. The First Flight community comprises 35-40 HIGH SCIENCE, DEEP TECH, HIGH IMPACT resident early-stage companies at any given time, over 400 graduates, and hundreds of start-ups that have benefited from Fight's Flight education programs and funding connections each year.

Our most anticipated event of the year, High Flyer Awards Luncheon is designated to celebrate and honor those companies and individuals who have contributed to the HIGH SCIENCE, DEEP TECH, HIGH IMPACT, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a whole. This event promises not only a unique platform for world-class networking but also an opportunity to join First Flight Venture Center in celebrating those who are shaping the future with their innovative projects.

Check Out Our 2024 High Flyers Award Luncheon Video!

Generously created and produced by Group31 Communications.

THE 2024 HIGH FLYER AWARD RECIPIENTS ARE…

High Flyer Award - Champion of Innovation

High Flyer Award - Company

        
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                HIGH FLYER AWARD - CHAMPION OF INNOVATION
            
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2025 sponsorships

Showcase your support for the HIGH SCIENCE, DEEP TECH, HIGH IMPACT Innovation and our entrepreneurial ecosystem and gain unparalleled visibility and networking opportunities.

Explore our 2025 sponsorship opportunities.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Andrea Conner at aconner@ffvcnc.org