City of Columbia OBO

Selling My Business: Tools and Tips on Copyrights, Trademarks, and Contracts
2023-09-14 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Office of Business Opportunities will host the Selling My Business: Tools and Tips on Copyrights, Trademarks, and Contracts workshop on Thursday, September 14th beginning at 11:00AM at the Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC 29203!
During this workshop, our featured presenter Doug Lineberry will teach participants information and resources on copyrights, protecting your trademarks, and contracts. For more information and to register, click here to go to the OBO Eventbrite page!

Richland County OSBO 5th Annual Small Business Conference
2023-09-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2), 763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, SC, 29229, United States
Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting their 5th Annual Engage Richland: Unveil Your Potential event on Wednesday, September 13th from 8:00AM – 2:00PM at R2i2 Convention Center, 763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, SC 29229.
For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland County OSBO’s Eventbrite page!

Columbia Lender Matchmaker Event
2023-09-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Richland Library Main – Auditorium, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities along with SCORE, the U.S. Small Business Administration, South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC), Benedict College Women’s Business Center, and Richland Library will be hosting the Columbia Lender Matchmaker Event on Tuesday, September 12th beginning at 10:00AM.
During this event, small business owners and entrepreneurs will receive tools and resources to assist with funding opportunities. Business plans with financial projections are highly encouraged to bring.
For more information or to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!

Simple Access to SBA Surety Bonds
2023-09-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The SC Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Simple Access to SBA Surety Bonds workshop on Monday, September 11th from 10:00AM – 4:00PM.
During this workshop, participants will receive tools and resources on increasing bonding capacity and learn more on how to obtain contracts with city, state, and federal government and how to obtain a bond. For more information and to register, click here to go to SC MBDA Eventbrite page!

Carolina Crossroads Phase 3 DBE Outreach Event
2023-08-29 - 2023-08-30 | Online Webinar
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will be hosting a DBE Outreach Event on August 29 – 30, 2023. The purpose of this meeting is to inform DBEs of numerous subcontractor and vendor opportunities that are available for the most expansive phase of the Carolina Crossroads project!
For more information and to register, click on the link for SCDOT’s registration page!
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Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance - Financial Management
2023-08-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main – Auditorium, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Richland Library will be hosting Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance – Financial Management event on Monday, August 28, 2023 beginning at 6:00PM at the Richland Library Auditorium!
Join SC SBDC’s Allen Brown and John Gethers, Region Director for SC State University for this in-person session to learn how to maximize profits, track cash flow, ensure compliance, develop positive business scenarios, and manage professional relationships that support your business.
For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!

South Carolina Business Summit
2023-08-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2), 763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, SC, 29229, United States
The Benedict College Women’s Business Center presents the South Carolina Business Summit on Thursday, August 17th from 9:00AM – 3:00PM. The South Carolina Business Summit aims to provide a platform for entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners to come together and exchange ideas,, insights, and strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve success in today’s competitive business landscape. By focusing on breaking barriers, the South Carolina Business Summit seeks to empower individuals and organizations to overcome challenges and reach new heights.
Early bird registration is available at a special discounted price of $45.00 per person until Friday, July 28th. After this date, standard pricing is $55.00. For more information and to register, click here to go to the South Carolina Business Summit webpage!

I Don't Need Alot. I Just Need A Little: Let's Talk Microloans!
2023-08-15 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Webinar
The U.S. Small Business Administration will be hosting an online workshop to do a deep dive and learn about these “up to $50,000” loans. For more information and to register, click here to go to SBA’s Eventbrite page!

Demystifying Small Business Financial Statements & Cash Flows
2023-08-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will host the Demystifying Small Business Financial Statements & Cash Flows workshop on Tuesday, August 15th at 10:00AM.
Join OBO and our presenters Hamilton & Tony Grant of Grant Business Advisors as they provide information and resources on how to unlock the mysteries of financial statements and cash flows!
To register for this event, go to OBO’s Eventbrite webpage!
For more information and to register, contact Kalenna Ginyard at (803)545-3960 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov!

Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance - Capital Readiness
2023-08-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main, Meeting Room M, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Richland Library will be hosting Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance – Capital Readiness on Monday, August 14th at 6:00PM.
Join SC SBDC’s Allen Brown, Midlands Coordinator & Business Consultant and John Gethers, SC State University Region Director for this in person session to learn best practices to be “Capital Ready”!
For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!

Richland Library EiR Presents: Content to Cash - Creating a Profitable & Visible Online Brand
2023-08-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main – Theater, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Join Richland Library’s Summer Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Roshanda Pratt to provide a step-by-step for harnessing the power of video to build a brand that attracts your ideal clients and converts them into paying customers. Participants will learn the insider secrets to crafting a compelling product that leave a lasting impression, harnessing the full potential of social media platforms, and leverages your brand for maximum profitability. For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s EiR webpage!

Business Succession Planning
2023-07-27 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-07-13 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-06-27 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-06-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Online Webinar
Join the SC MBDA Business Center in June and July to learn more on succession planning for your business! There will be two sessions on June 13th and June 27th and two more on July 13th and July 27th. For more information and to register, click here to go to MBDA’s Zoom webinar registration page!

Richland Library EiR Presents: Show Me The Money - Funding for Your Small Business Idea
2023-07-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main – Auditorium, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Richland Library’s Summer Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Roshanda Pratt will moderate a powerful discussion to get you ready to unlock the secrets of successful funding and transform your business dreams into a profitable reality! For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s EiR webpage!

SCDOT Right-of-Way/Appraisal Opportunities Roundtable Discussion
2023-06-29 08:00 - 17:00 | South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC, 29202, United States
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will be hosting a Right-of-Way/Appraisal Opportunities Roundtable Discussion on Thursday, June 29th at the SCDOT Headquarters (955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29202). SCDOT is actively preparing for a number of projects requiring the purchase of rights of way.
To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gary S. Linn at (803)312-4118 or send an email to LinnGS@scdot.org.

Let's Talk Workplace Safety!
2023-06-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Join the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities on Wednesday, June 28th to learn more about workplace safety! Our featured speaker, Dr. Chandra Cleveland will teach participants how to plan, recognize, report, and recover regarding workplace safety topics! For more information and to register, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!

Richland Library EiR Presents: How Do I Keep The Business Wheel Moving?
2023-06-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main – Auditorium, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Richland Library Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) presents: How Do I Keep The Business Wheel Moving? on Wednesday, June 21st at 6:00PM. Join Richland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence Kevin Schumacher to learn how to keep your business from plateauing, or worse, sliding backwards!
For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events webpage!

SC APEX Accelerator presents: Government Solicitation
2023-06-21 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Webinar
SC APEX Accelerator presents a three-part series on Government Solicitation. This series will provide participants resources and information on working with the government!
Registration is open for each part of the series beginning Wednesday, June 21st!
Part 1 – Learning the Basics (June 21st)
Part 2 – Solicitation Review (June 22nd)
Part 3 – After the Proposal (June 23rd)
For more information, please contact Tenell Fender at (803)521-2344 or click on her name to send an email!

Contract Bonds & Surety Bond Guarantee Program Webinar
2023-06-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration South Carolina District Office on Thursday, June 8th for this free webinar! Participants will learn how SBA can open doors for bonding and assist with any bonding concerns! For more information and to register, click on the link to SBA Events webpage!

Richland County OSBO Presents The Power Behind Strategic Relationships
2023-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Join Richland County’s Office of Small Business Opportunity on Wednesday, June 7th for their virtual workshop The Power Behind Strategic Partnerships. Participants will hear from guest presenters on how they can establish strategic partnerships and what are the benefits from them. For more information, contact Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity at (803)576-1540 or send an email to osbo@richlandcountysc.gov!

Be Business Smart: 10 Steps to Starting Your Business
2023-06-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Richland Library Main, Meeting Room M, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Richland Library will be hosting the Be Business Smart: 10 Steps to Starting Your Business in person event on Tuesday, June 6th beginning at 6:00PM.
Frank Anderson, Lender Relations Specialist with U.S. Small Business Administration will discuss tips on creating your business plan, determining your legal structure, and exploring finance options for your small business.
To register for this event, click here to go to Richland Library’s website!

IRS Worker Classification 101
2023-05-31 11:00 - 12:30 | Online Webinar
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting IRS Worker Classification 101 on Wednesday, May 31st!
Evette Davis, Senior Stakeholder Liaison for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will cover topics for small business owners to assist them with tax laws and to ensure that taxes are being filed properly!
For more information and to register, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!

Government Contracting Myth Busters
2023-05-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Webinar
The South Carolina APEX Accelerator will be hosting Government Contracting Myth Busters on Thursday, May 25th beginning at 11:30 A.M. This free webinar will help attendees new to government contracting separate fact from fiction in doing business with the government. For more information and to register, click on the link to the SC APEX Accelerator Events page!

South Carolina Department of Commerce Access To Capital
2023-05-24 09:30 - 11:30 | Richland Library Sandhills Auditorium, 763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, 29229, United States
The South Carolina Department of Commerce, Business Development Corporation, South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and CommunityWorks will be hosting the Supporting South Carolina Businesses Access to Capital & SSBCI Loan Program Review workshop on Wednesday, May 24th beginning at 9:30AM. During this free workshop, participants will be hearing from representatives of Business Development Corporation, CommunityWorks, and the SC Small Business Development Center and will learn about the SSBCI loan program, SBA lending options, micro-loans, and available technical assistance. For more information, contact the South Carolina Department of Commerce at (803)603-0614 or send an email to SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com! To register for this event, click here to be directed to the registration page!

Columbia Chamber Small Business Breakout - May 2023
2023-05-23 08:30 - 09:30 | Segra Park – Columbia Fireflies Stadium, 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will host their Small Business Breakout on Tuesday, May 23rd at 8:30AM. During this session, the Chamber will highlight the TD Bank Small Business Champion winners and participate in a formal Columbia Chamber partnership signing event. To register, click on the following link to the Columbia Chamber Events page!

Is Your Business Prepared For a Disaster?
2023-05-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Online Webinar
The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting Is Your Business Prepared For a Disaster? on Thursday, May 18th at 10:00AM. Presenters from SBDC and State Farm will provide participants with information on preparing your business for any natural disaster or worldwide pandemic. For more information and to register, click here to go to SBDC’s training calendar page!

How to Market Your Business to Prime Contractors
2023-05-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Webinar
SC APEX Accelerator will be hosting How to Market Your Business to Prime Contractors on Wednesday, May 17th! During this online event participants will learn:

How to research and gain access to subcontract opportunities.
Background information on subcontracting plan requirements and compliance.
Different avenues you can use to match with prime contractors.

To register for this event, click here to go to SC APEX Accelerator’s webpage!

Winning From Within
2023-05-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will host the Winning From Within workshop on Thursday, May 11th beginning at 9:00 A.M.
Join OBO and Dr. Ashlye Wilkerson as we share techniques to increase productivity, develop a high performing team, and have happy customers. Dr. Ashlye will bring her wealth of knowledge and experience, along with her commitment for service as she provides relevant services to further preopare and develop your board, team, and/or staff!
For more information and to register, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite webpage!
