Monday, June 12, 2023 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Verizon
Virtual
This is an introductory-level session that provides a foundational overview of the topic.
If you're looking to fund your business and curious about alternatives to traditional banking, this session is for you! Learn about Kiva (a non-profit microlender founded in 2005 with a mission to finance underserved entrepreneurs), Kickstarter (the most trusted platform for crowdfunding creative projects. They are a Public Benefit Corporation), and GoFundMe. Come join us to explore if this path might be right for you to launch or grow your business!
Monday, June 12, 2023 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
This is an introductory-level session that provides a foundational overview of the topic.
You may be actively marketing your business using social media, but are you getting the results you want? Are you making the most of your social media activity? In this Ask the Expert session, we’ll discuss the most common social media mistakes that will prevent you from growing an engaged audience and strengthening your online presence. We will share strategies for using social media to effectively market your business. If you are a newbie when it comes to using social media for your business, this session is for you. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your social media to the next level. Sign up now!
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 9:00am - 10:00am
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Virtual
What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 12:00pm - 1:00pm
711 Saluda Ave., Columbia SC, 29205
GrowCo
Boyd Community Innovation Center
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 12:00pm - 1:00pm
SCORE
Virtual
Are You Loan Ready? This workshop will help you understand some key things that you need to know and have ready to discuss with a bank loan officer or anyone you approach for funding.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 4:00pm - 6:00pm
1 Still Hopes Dr West Columbia, SC 29169
Anderson University
Still Hopes
Disrupt is an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower people in the HR field. 8 speakers, 5 minutes each, and slides that rotate automatically every 15 seconds. These presentations are meant to provoke new thoughts and ideas to change the landscape of Human Resources.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Verizon
Virtual
Community Connects are opportunities to meet with other like-minded small business owners. These networking events allow you to make connections in your community, industry or to branch out and meet new peers facing the same challenges and triumphs as you.
Thursday, June 15, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am
SCRA
Virtual
How do you tell the world about your innovation without giving up your “secret sauce”? You want to showcase your advantage, but you’re worried about giving too much info to competitors. You need to stand out, but hiding your genius just feels safer.If these worries sound familiar, this webinar will help you figure out what info is truly risky, and what you should be shouting from the rooftops. General guidelines plus real-world case studies will leave you more confident to share authentic, impactful communication with your target audience.
Hosted by Jenno Co., SCRA Resource Partner
Thursday, June 15, 2023 12:00pm - 1:00pm
SBA
Virtual
From Facebook Groups to paid subscriptions, join Altimese Nichole and The Ezer Agency to learn how your business can build and nurture the power of community through social media.
Friday, June 16, 2023 8:30am - 10:00am
1501 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
FEMME X
femme x COLUMBIA
Come talk about your business with other badass business owners. Practice your elevator speech, present a new concept you are testing, get feedback. Let's build the community of authentic support we all need.
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 11:00am - 12:30pm
SBA
Virtual
Hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office.
If so, you might be missing a huge opportunity to gain access to federal contracts that are set aside for 8(a) Business Development Program. During this presentation, participants will learn how to qualify, apply, and utilize the certification to increase business revenue.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 10:30am - 11:30am
SBA
Virtual
Course Description: Join the SBA’s National Guaranty Purchase Center’s Loan Specialists Rosselyn Morataya and Sara Abbasi for guidance on key items and steps lenders should follow when submitting guaranty purchase requests. In addition, the presenters will provide tips on submitting a complete package under the 10-Tab guaranty purchase guidelines in order to receive the NGPC’s Brand Promise of honoring the guaranty within 45 days of submission.
Thursday, June 22, 2023 4:00pm - 6:00pm
2142 Boyce St Ste 402 Columbia, SC 29201
Together SC
Central Carolina Community Foundation's Community Space
Get ready to kick off the summer in style with Nonprofit CHEER - the Community Hangout to Enhance Equity in Relationships! Midlands nonprofit and philanthropic leaders, it's time to reconnect with your colleagues and build some authentic relationships. And where better to start than in the heart of the state?
Friday, June 23, 2023 8:30am - 10:00am
1501 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
FEMME X
femme x COLUMBIA
Come talk about your business with other badass business owners. Practice your elevator speech, present a new concept you are testing, get feedback. Let's build the community of authentic support we all need.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 8:30am - 9:30am
763 Forum Drive
Columbis Chamber
R2i2 (Richland Two Institute of Innovation)
Topic: Branding and Marketing: Understanding and Achieving Both for Success
Branding and marketing are often times used interchangeably when, in fact, they are very different. The use of both are critical for the overall success of every business. Branding is who you are. Marketing is where and how you promote your brand and products. Hear from experts in the field as they provide guidance on how to leverage both to achieve easily recognized products and services in the marketplace.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 12:00pm - 1:30pm
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Virtual
What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.
Friday, June 30, 2023 8:30am - 10:00am
1501 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
FEMME X
femme x COLUMBIA
Come talk about your business with other badass business owners. Practice your elevator speech, present a new concept you are testing, get feedback. Let's build the community of authentic support we all need.
Thursday, July 13, 2023 12:00pm - 1:30pm
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Virtual
What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.
Thursday, July 13, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm
SCORE
Virtual
Understanding your target market is one of the most effective ways to increase your business sales. Your target market is your ideal customers who pay, stay and refer others to your business, resulting in a consistent rise in sales over time.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will show you how to determine your target market and how to structure your business to attract your ideal customer.
Thursday, July 20, 2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm
SCORE
Virtual
Do you have a passion for the culinary arts and want to start your own business? If so, starting a food truck might be the perfect business for you.
This live webinar, "How to Start a Food Truck Business: A Step-by-Step Guide," will provide the information you need to launch and run a successful food truck business.
Thursday, July 27, 2023 12:00pm - 1:30pm
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Virtual
What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 8:00am - Wednesday, August 2, 2023 5:00pm
Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council
Greater Richmond Convention Center
It's a place for minority business owners to:
It's a place for corporations to: