Kalenna Ginyard

The Palmetto Nuclear Coalition will host an informational webinar with Westinghouse's AP1000 Nuclear procurement team on June 11th at 10:30 A.M. The purpose of this session is to bring together local suppliers and workforce partners from construction, logistics, manufacturing, skilled trades, and other industries to learn about vendor needs related to the V.C. Summer project, including Westinghouse's procurement model, the three-phase supplier development process, and any necessary qualifications or certifications for participation. To RSVP, interested…

Gulf Stream Construction Company is currently seeking subcontractors for the Town of Hilton Head Island's Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Loop Road and Parking Area project. The scope(s) of work that Gulf Stream Construction Company will need subcontractor assistance with on this project include: Silt fence and tree protection installation and removal Temporary and permanent seeding Pavement markings and signage Clearing, grubbing and selective tree removal Unit paver installation Asphalt paving Further information about the project can…

Holder Construction will begin their HolderBUILDS Training Program in July! This eight-week hybrid training program will focus on data center construction.  Courses will be taught by Holder Construction personnel.  Key topics that will be covered during this training program are as follows: Holder processes and procedures Data center project delivery expectations Safety, quality, and operational standards Coordination and execution in mission-critical environments Training groups will be small and by trade packages: Concrete Drywall Electrical Fire Protection Final…

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched the Patriot Pitch Competition, a national celebration of 250 years of American free enterprise and the small businesses that drive innovation, create jobs, and generate economic growth.  Featuring a $1 million cash prize pool donated by Clover Network, Inc. (Clover), the competition is open to eligible small businesses that represent the promise of American innovation and opportunity, and who have utilized qualifying SBA capital products. Small business…

Spring is almost here and we are thrilled to inform you about the return of an exciting event; one we hope you will share with the bright students in your community. On Saturday April 11th, the City of Columbia and Soda City Market are collaborating to host our fourth annual Student Market Pop Up. Students 16 and older will have the opportunity to showcase their goods, services, and enterprising ideas to the Columbia community at…

  The City of Columbia announces the business licensing renewal season begins on Monday, February 2, 2026!  All 2025 business licenses expire on April 30, 2026 with a five percent (5%) late penalty accrual per month starting on May 1, 2026. To go to the renewal portal, click HERE. If you have any questions regarding the business licensing renewal season, please contact City of Columbia's Business Licensing department at (803)545-3345 or send an email to businesslicensemail@columbiasc.gov.  

After internal discussions with our partners at BullStreet, the City of Columbia will begin phasing out the REI/BullStreet Food Truck Friday location at the end of December 2025.  This transition will go into effect beginning January 2026. The Office of Business Opportunities is currently working on securing a new location for more Food Truck Friday opportunities.  Beginning in January 2026, Food Truck Fridays will relocate to: Finlay Park 1400 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC The new…

The U.S. Small Business Administration is seeking nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards!  National Small Business Week recognizes the contributions of America's 36 million small businesses - which make up 99 percent of all businesses in America, create two out of every three new jobs, and employ about half of America's workforce.  For more information, click HERE to go to SBA's webpage! Nominations must be submitted by Monday, December 22nd at 2:00 P.M.

The Gilbane Rising Contractor program provides small business trade partners an opportunity to develop and broaden their industry skills and knowledge while also gaining first-hand insight on working with Gilbane.  Through ten (10) weekly, two-hour virtual sessions (with an in-person orientation and graduation) led by Gilbane subject matter experts, participants develop relationships through knowledge sharing centered around topics such as prequalification, risk management, financial strength, and business development. For more information and to apply for…

7Sunday, LLC in partnership with the City of Columbia's Office of Business Opportunities hosted its first BizArts event on Sunday, September 21st at the Columbia Museum of Art. Thanks to University of South Carolina student Giovanni Cusatis for his feature in Carolina Reporter!  Click HERE to read more!