Membership FAQ

Note: CED is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt non-profit organization that is supported by membership dues, program revenues and contributions from individuals, companies and foundations in order to fulfill its educational mission. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the law.

Can I renew my CED membership online?
Yes. Click here to renew.

Can I join CED online?
Yes. Click here to join.

How many members do you have?
CED has over 5,000 members that represent over 1,100 companies. Seventy percent are entrepreneurial, 30% are service partners.

Is there an orientation for new members?
Orientations occur quarterly at the CED Entrepreneurship Center and are posted on the CED calendar. RSVPs must be made to Stephanie Dorko at sdorko@cednc.org, or call 919.549.7500.

Do I have to be a member to attend one of your programs?
No, non-members can attend programs but pay a non-member rate. However, CED members receive substantial discounts per event and a host of other member benefits.

Can I get an information packet on CED?
Yes, email membership@cednc.org.

What are other members saying about CED?
Hear personal testimonials from high level executives as they discuss the benefits of joining the Council for Entrepreneurial Development.

What Members are Saying

"CED has provided entrepreneurs like myself with an effective way to network and gather valuable information and meet other business leaders in the Research Triangle." -- Scot Wingo, President and CEO, ChannelAdvisor Corp.