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SUMMARY:HUBZone Certification Webinar
DESCRIPTION:SC APEX Accelerator is hosting a HUBZone Certification Webinar on Wednesday\, November 15th!  The purpose of this event is to show how HUBZone Certifications benefit businesses that qualify for the program.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to SC APEX’s registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/hubzone-certification-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
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SUMMARY:Richland County Disparity Study
DESCRIPTION:Richland County has contracted with Griffin & Strong\, P.C. to determine whether a disparity exists between the percentage of available minority and women-owned firms in Richland County.  To attend one of the information webinars\, click on the one of the links below to register! \nTuesday\, November 7th at 12:00PM \nThursday\, November 9th at 6:00PM
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-county-disparity-study-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T090000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Capital: Positioned to Thrive\, Preparing for Windows of Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \nAre you looking for strategic funding partners to help in your efforts to participate in the growth of the state’s supply chain with major industry leaders?  The South Carolina Department of Commerce and the South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) will be hosting The Power of Capital: Positioned to Thrive\, Preparing for Windows of Opportunity on Wednesday\, November 8th beginning at 9:00AM in Winnsboro\, SC. \nJoin SC SBDC and the SC Department of Commerce for this exciting event that will empower you to seize every opportunity that comes your way. Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to unlock your potential and thrive in today’s competitive world! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to SC SBDC’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-power-of-capital-positioned-to-thrive-preparing-for-windows-of-opportunity/
LOCATION:Fairfield County Administration Office\, 250 North Walnut Street\, Winnsboro\, SC\, 29180\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Commerce":MAILTO:SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
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SUMMARY:Richland County Disparity Study
DESCRIPTION:Richland County has contracted with Griffin & Strong\, P.C. to determine whether a disparity exists between the percentage of available minority and women-owned firms in Richland County.  To attend one of the information webinars\, click on the one of the links below to register! \nTuesday\, November 7th at 12:00PM \nThursday\, November 9th at 6:00PM
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-county-disparity-study/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20231003T195324Z
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UID:30802-1698170400-1698174000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: Marketing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Want to freshen up on your marketing skills?  Richland Library’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) will be hosting Marketing Your Business on Tuesday\, October 24th beginning at 6:00PM.  Entrepreneur in Residence Noelle Jones will go over a guide to marketing your business and the steps to create your own personal marketing plan.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-marketing-your-business/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20231009T115751Z
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SUMMARY:Branding For Success
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Benedict College Women’s Business Center will be hosting the Branding For Success webinar on Thursday\, October 19th beginning at 11:00AM! \nPresenter Ebony Looney of Make Me Over\, Eb!will assist participants in embarking on a journey to unlock the secrets of effective branding.  Also\, she will provide information about strategies and techniques that set your business apart and help it thrive in today’s competitive landscape. \nTo register for this event\, click here to go to the Benedict College Women’s Business Center Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/branding-for-success/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T101500
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230919T130933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T131006Z
UID:30766-1697704200-1697710500@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Make That Dough 23: Small Business Non-Profit Collaborations in Food Access
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe City of Columbia Food Policy Committee and the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Make That Dough workshop on Thursday\, October 19th beginning at 8:30AM. \nThe purpose of this workshop is for food service/food industry small business owners to meet and network with other small businesses and non-profit organizations who are engaged in the work of expanding food access for our communitites. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to the City of Columbia’s Food Policy Committee Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/30766/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
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UID:30771-1697450400-1697457600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Mayor's Town Hall Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann will be leading a town hall tour across all four districts to share the state of the City. City Council members and City staff will join Mayor Rickenmann to discuss updates for each district. \nThe Mayor’s Town Hall Tour for the Columbia Business Community will be on October 16th beginning at 10:00AM at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.  The Office of Business Opportunities will be in attendance to answer questions regarding your small business!  For more information\, click here to go to the Mayor’s Town Hall webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/mayors-town-hall-tour/
LOCATION:Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center\, 1101 Lincoln Street\, Columbia\, 29201
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Columbia":MAILTO:District1@Columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230918T155021Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Generational Gap in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Business Opportunities on Thursday\, October 5th at the Busby Street Community Center for this informative workshop on Bridging the Generational Gap in the Workplace! \nTyson K. Brown of Project OneWay will be discussing the generational gap with employees in the workplace and will cover topics on understanding the importance of healthy and complete communication between older and younger generations and how to engage a younger demographic in the workplace in spite of lack of relatability between age groups. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/bridging-the-generational-gap-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kalenna Ginyard":MAILTO:Kalenna.Ginyard@columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230911T181047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T181047Z
UID:30743-1695895200-1695902400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Minding Your Own Business (Mindset Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Business Opportunities on Thursday\, September 28th for Minding Your Own Business (Mindset Matters) workshop! \nOur featured speaker\, Mr. Paul D. Smith\, Jr. will be providing informative information to participants on how to fully leverage your unique business ideas\, strengths\, and talents in a way that enhances profits and cash flows!  This is a FREE workshop\, but registration is required. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/minding-your-own-business-mindset-matters/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kalenna Ginyard":MAILTO:Kalenna.Ginyard@columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230821T180316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T202258Z
UID:30664-1695751200-1695758400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:All Access Columbia
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Community Development Department will be hosting All Access Columbia: Business Funding & Development Workshop on Tuesday\, September 26th from 6:00 – 8:00PM at the Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC 29203. \nThe City of Columbia Community Development\, Office of Business Opportunities (OBO)\, and the Columbia Empowerment Zone\, Inc. will be participating in this event to provide information and resources on business funding and exploration of business needs. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to register on the City’s registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbia-community-development-all-access-columbia/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230821T201753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T201753Z
UID:30672-1694689200-1694694600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Selling My Business: Tools and Tips on Copyrights\, Trademarks\, and Contracts
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDuring 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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/selling-my-business-tools-and-tips-on-copyrights-trademarks-and-contracts/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kalenna Ginyard":MAILTO:Kalenna.Ginyard@columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230901T192812Z
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UID:30717-1694592000-1694613600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland County OSBO 5th Annual Small Business Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland County OSBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-county-osbo-5th-annual-small-business-conference/
LOCATION:Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230804T141203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T141203Z
UID:30576-1694512800-1694527200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Columbia Lender Matchmaker Event
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring 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. \nFor more information or to register\, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/columbia-lender-matchmaker-event/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230901T200722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T200722Z
UID:30712-1694426400-1694448000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Simple Access to SBA Surety Bonds
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 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. \nDuring 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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/simple-access-to-sba-surety-bonds/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="SC MBDA Business Center":MAILTO:registration@desainc.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230807T182253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T182253Z
UID:30596-1693267200-1693439999@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Carolina Crossroads Phase 3 DBE Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor more information and to register\, click on the link for SCDOT’s registration page!  \nFlyer #1 \nFlyer #2 \nFlyer #3 \nFlyer #4
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/carolina-crossroads-phase-3-dbe-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Transportation":MAILTO:scdbegoals@thinkfsc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230728T152546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T152546Z
UID:30569-1693245600-1693251000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance - Financial Management
DESCRIPTION: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! \nJoin 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. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/be-business-smart-entrepreneurial-finance-financial-management/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230713T175029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T175029Z
UID:30513-1692262800-1692284400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:South Carolina Business Summit
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEarly 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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/south-carolina-business-summit/
LOCATION:Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230808T114907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T114907Z
UID:30607-1692104400-1692109800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:I Don't Need Alot.  I Just Need A Little: Let's Talk Microloans!
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/i-dont-need-alot-i-just-need-a-little-lets-talk-microloans/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230724T132846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T132846Z
UID:30538-1692093600-1692104400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Demystifying Small Business Financial Statements & Cash Flows
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin 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! \nTo register for this event\, go to OBO’s Eventbrite webpage! \nFor more information and to register\, contact Kalenna Ginyard at (803)545-3960 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/demystifying-small-business-financial-statements-cash-flows/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230728T151822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T153127Z
UID:30566-1692036000-1692041400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance - Capital Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Richland Library will be hosting Be Business Smart: Entrepreneurial Finance – Capital Readiness on Monday\, August 14th at 6:00PM. \nJoin 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”! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/be-business-smart-entrepreneurial-finance-capital-readiness/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main\, Meeting Room M\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230711T120631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T120631Z
UID:30510-1691690400-1691695800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: Content to Cash - Creating a Profitable & Visible Online Brand
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-content-to-cash-creating-a-profitable-visible-online-brand/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Theater\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230602T175956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T175956Z
UID:30427-1690459200-1690464600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Business Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-succession-planning-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SC Minority Business Development Agency Business Center (MBDA)":MAILTO:registration@desainc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230711T120143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T120143Z
UID:30508-1689876000-1689881400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: Show Me The Money - Funding for Your Small Business Idea
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-show-me-the-money-funding-for-your-small-business-idea/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230602T175836Z
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SUMMARY:Business Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-succession-planning-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SC Minority Business Development Agency Business Center (MBDA)":MAILTO:registration@desainc.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T170000
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SUMMARY:SCDOT Right-of-Way/Appraisal Opportunities Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo 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. \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/scdot-right-of-way-appraisal-opportunities-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT)\, 955 Park Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29202\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Transportation":MAILTO:scdbegoals@thinkfsc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T113000
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Workplace Safety!
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/lets-talk-workplace-safety/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230602T175612Z
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UID:30422-1687867200-1687872600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Business Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-succession-planning-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SC Minority Business Development Agency Business Center (MBDA)":MAILTO:registration@desainc.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230612T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T193735Z
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SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: How Do I Keep The Business Wheel Moving?
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland Library’s Events webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-how-do-i-keep-the-business-wheel-moving/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T092932
CREATED:20230615T153331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T153331Z
UID:30452-1687347000-1687350600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:SC APEX Accelerator presents: Government Solicitation
DESCRIPTION:SC APEX Accelerator presents a three-part series on Government Solicitation.  This series will provide participants resources and information on working with the government! \nRegistration is open for each part of the series beginning Wednesday\, June 21st! \nPart 1 – Learning the Basics (June 21st) \nPart 2 – Solicitation Review (June 22nd) \nPart 3 – After the Proposal (June 23rd) \nFor more information\, please contact Tenell Fender at (803)521-2344 or click on her name to send an email!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sc-apex-accelerator-presents-government-solicitation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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