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SUMMARY:New Year\, New Taxes: Preparing Your Business for 2023
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting “New Year\, New Taxes: Preparing Your Business for 2023” webinar on Wednesday\, February 15th at 11:00AM.  The featured presenter for this webinar\, Shelia K. Tutwieler-Dawkins\, Financial Strategist/Tax Accountant\, will discuss topics relating to preparing small businesses for the 2023 income tax season!  To register for this FREE webinar\, go to OBO’s Eventbrite page! 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/29888/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T183723Z
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SUMMARY:Creating the Magical Customer Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join the Benedict College Women’s Business Center on Thursday\, February 9th on how to give your customers/clients the “magic customer experience.”  Guest speaker\, Sarina Freincle\, will discuss key strategies to delight your customers that will keep them coming back for more!  For more information and to register\, go to BC WBC’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/creating-the-magical-customer-experience/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
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UID:29896-1675881000-1675884600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Access To Business Capital: Secure The Bag & Entrepreneurial Resources
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be speaking as part of the Columbia Urban League’s JOIN Week!  This event will be held on Wednesday\, February 8th at the Richland Library\, Meeting Room M\, 1431 Assembly Street.  To register for this event\, go to the Columbia Urban League’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/access-to-business-capital-secure-the-bag-entrepreneurial-resources/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main\, Meeting Room M\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20230123T182354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T182354Z
UID:29857-1675360800-1675366200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:The Development of North Columbia - Where Do We Go From Here?
DESCRIPTION:Join District One Councilwoman\, Tina Herbert on Thursday\, February 2nd to discuss the implementation of the Master Plan for the Villages of North Columbia.  Citizens will hear from Councilwoman Herbert\, City of Columbia Planning\, and local developers who have invested in North Columbia\, and more! \nIf you would like to submit an idea or proposal for a development project in North Columbia\, please send the information to District1@columbiasc.gov by Thursday\, January 26th.
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-development-of-north-columbia-where-do-we-go-from-here/
LOCATION:Eau Claire Print Building\, 3907 Ensor Avenue\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Columbia":MAILTO:District1@Columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20230123T183447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T183447Z
UID:29863-1674649800-1674657000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia Community Development to host Contractor Workshops
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe City of Columbia Community Development department is seeking contractors for their new housing rehabilitation program\, SHINE (Single Family Housing Improvement for Neighborhood Enhancement).  This program includes projects ranging from weatherization up to home replacement for houses located in the City of Columbia. \nThere are three (3) remaining classes with the next one on Wednesday\, January 25th!  If you would like to register\, click here to go to the City of Columbia Community Development registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbia-community-development-to-host-contractor-workshops/
LOCATION:Eau Claire Town Hall\, 3905 Ensor Avenue\, Suite 113\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20230117T170041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T170041Z
UID:29830-1674129600-1674133200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing - Show Me The Money!  Simple Steps Growing Your Business 2023
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin SCORE SC Lowcountry on Thursday\, January 19th to learn more on how to reinvest back into your business and learning on where to start.  Special guest speaker Atimese Nichole\, CEO and Founder of The Ezer Agency\, will be joining this event to discuss the best areas to spend your dollars for your marketing efforts!  For more information and to register\, go to the SBA Events webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/marketing-show-me-the-money-simple-steps-growing-your-business-2023/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE SC Lowcountry":MAILTO:ellen.maloney@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20230110T132410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T132410Z
UID:29785-1673956800-1673960400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Workforce Reimagine: Creative Ways to Staff Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Benedict College Women’s Business Center will host a one-hour\, in-person workshop on workforce development and local resources to meet the employment and outsourcing needs of small businesses.  Guest speakers will include staff from the South Carolina Department of Vocal Rehabilitation. \nFor more information and to register\, go to the Benedict College Women’s Business Center Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/workforce-reimagine-creative-ways-to-staff-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Benedict College Women’s Business Center Training Room\, 2601 Read Street\, Training Room 3\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T201531Z
UID:29760-1673546400-1673551800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:EiR Presents: Taking Action\, Part 2: Implementation and Systems
DESCRIPTION:Richland Library’s EiR (Entrepreneur In Residence) presents Taking Action\, Part 2: Implementation and Systems on Thursday\, January 12th at the Richland Library Auditorium.  This event is about execution in the New Year.  Participants will work through implementation and systems that can take your 2023 goals from your to-do list to accomplishments!  For more information and to register\, go to the Richland Library webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/eir-presents-taking-action-part-2-implementation-and-systems/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T195640Z
UID:29754-1673449200-1673452800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:SBDC Presents Small Business Energy Grants and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nThe USC Region Small Business Development Center (SBDC) presents a webinar on savings on energy costs for your small business and funding opportunities for energy-related projects.  Representatives from Dominion Energy and the USDA Office of Rural Development will be in attendance to provide information on energy incentive programs and other resources for your small business.  To register for this event\, go to the SBDC events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sbdc-presents-small-business-energy-grants-and-incentives/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221212T143015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T143135Z
UID:29689-1671012000-1671015600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Ask the South Carolina District Office
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about starting\, growing\, expanding\, or recovering your small business?  Join the South Carolina District of the U.S. Small Business Administration on this weekly call to hear answers to commonly asked questions about federal contracting\, SBA loans\, counseling and disaster preparedness and other small business resources! For more information\, click here to go to the SBA registration webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/ask-the-south-carolina-district-office/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221129T195513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T195513Z
UID:29591-1670324400-1670328000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Doing Business With GSA - Accessing Procurement Opportunities: The Tools Available For You!
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Small Business Administration’s General Services Administration (GSA) advocates\, within each Federal Executive Agency\, for the maximum practicable opportunities for designated small business categories within the Federal Acquisition process.  This webinar will cover an over of Federal Procurement Data System FPDS\, USAspending.gov\, and more! \nThis webinar is open to all small businesses looking for additional information and guidance on GSA contracting opportunities.  To register for this event\, click here to go to the SBA’s Zoom webinar webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/doing-business-with-gsa-accessing-procurement-opportunities-the-tools-available-for-you/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221129T193358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T193358Z
UID:29588-1669903200-1669906800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Navigating Digitization as a Small Business Owner
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the U.S. Small Business Administration on Thursday\, December 1st for their webinar Navigating Digitization as a Small Business Owner.  Hear from special guest speakers as they provide information on how you can navigate understanding and implementing digital transformation that will help your small business!  For more information and to register\, click here to be redirected to SBA’s Zoom webinar registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/navigating-digitization-as-a-small-business-owner/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221121T193252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T193252Z
UID:29552-1669809600-1669813200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Starting a Business? Let's Make a Plan
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the SC Small Business Development Center (SBDC) consultant Brent Hoover along with the USCA Pacer Center as they discuss the benefits of creating a business plan and leveraging it to get loans\, understanding your market\, focusing your business strategy\, checking financial numbers\, and more! \nFor more information\, click here to register or contact Robert Jones at (843)740-6180.  The last day to register is Tuesday\, November 29th!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/starting-a-business-lets-make-a-plan/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221025T115121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T115121Z
UID:29413-1666875600-1666879200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:SBA Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Small Business Administration on Thursday\, October 27th for a webinar in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month to learn about disability awareness\, inclusion\, hiring employees with disabilities\, and the importance of equity and opportunity to help uplift and support entrepreneurs with disabilities.  For more information and to register\, click here to to the SBA Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sba-celebrates-national-disability-employment-awareness-month/
LOCATION:SC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221003T202158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T202158Z
UID:29333-1666785600-1666803600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:SBA Cyber Summit
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the U.S. Small Business Administration’s convening of cybersecurity and business experts on October 26th to learn practical tips\, cyber-hygiene best practices\, and more! \nDuring this virtual summit\, experts from the public sector\, major technology platforms\, award-winning business coaches\, and small business owners will share the best approaches to defend against and combat cyber-attacks.  This summit is comprised of ten (10) segments that showcase practical tips\, problem solving strategies\, case studies\, and more!  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the SBA’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sba-cyber-summit/
LOCATION:SC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221003T201247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T201247Z
UID:29328-1666254600-1666260000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Make That Dough: Small Business & Nonprofit Collaborations In Food Access
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe City of Columbia’s Food Policy Committee will be hosting Make That Dough: Small Business & Nonprofit Collaborations in Food Access on Thursday\, October 20th beginning at 8:30AM.  Join non profit organizations and small businesses who are engaged in the work of expanding food access for our communities and network!  This is a free event and space is limited so click here to register!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/make-that-dough-small-business-nonprofit-collaborations-in-food-access/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221011T150640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T150640Z
UID:29366-1666170000-1666188000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Small Business Tax Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting a Small Business Tax Workshop on Tuesday\, October 19th beginning at 9:00AM.  This online meeting will focus on tax information for small business owners!  From 9:00AM – 12:00PM focuses on federal taxes and from 12:00PM – 2:00PM focuses on state taxes.  For more information and to register\, go to the SBDC website for more information or contact Kostas Ioannidis at (864)370-1545!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/small-business-tax-workshop/
LOCATION:SC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221010T152342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T152342Z
UID:29358-1665680400-1665687600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Columbia Neighborhood Awards After Work Biz Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities\, Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity\, Optus Bank\, and KISS 103.1 on Thursday\, October 13th for the After Work Biz Mixer!  During this event\, small business owners will have the opportunity to meet and network with local business owners and others.  For more information\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page to register!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/columbia-neighborhood-awards-after-work-biz-mixer/
LOCATION:Optus Bank\, 1241 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20221011T150059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T150059Z
UID:29363-1665655200-1665658800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Financing Your Small Business - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) online for a free information session on financing your small business!  During the seminar\, participants will learn about the different SBA loan programs and the SBA’s role in assisting small businesses and more!  This live webinar will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month with the exception of holidays.  To register for this event\, click here for more!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/financing-your-small-business-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220906T123229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T123307Z
UID:29252-1665219600-1665244800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:8th Annual Women's Empowerment Expo
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is partnering with The Big DM 101.3 FM to host the 2022 Women’s Empowerment Expo!  This expo will be filled with informative sessions and special guests!  For more information\, go to the Women’s Empowerment 2022 website or to the Eventbrite page to purchase tickets!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/8th-annual-womens-empowerment-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center\, 1101 Lincoln Street\, Columbia\, 29201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220906T121602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T121700Z
UID:29247-1663261200-1663272000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:All Access Columbia
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Community Development and Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting their quarterly All Access Columbia event on Thursday\, September 15th!  During this event\, Community Development and the Office of Business Opportunities will provide sessions that focus on resources for small businesses and CDBG grants for your neighborhood and non-profit organization.  The purpose of the All Access Columbia event is to help develop strong and diverse neighborhoods by providing information and resources to citizens.  For more information and to register for this event\, click here to go to the registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/all-access-columbia/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220906T155809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T155809Z
UID:29259-1663149600-1663167600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Engage Richland: Opportunity Day at Richland County
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be participating in the 3rd Annual Engage Richland: Opportunity Day at Richland County on Wednesday\, September 14th beginning at 10:00AM.  During this event\, participants will learn and gain contractual\, employment\, and financial opportunities as well as learning about programs that are available for workforce development and retention.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to Richland County’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/3rd-annual-engage-richland-opportunity-day-at-richland-county/
LOCATION:Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220906T120742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T120930Z
UID:29242-1662631200-1662636600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:U.S. Small Business Administration presents: Financing Your Small Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Small Business Administration on Thursday\, September 8th for a weekly seminar about SBA loan programs offered through various lenders!  SBA resource partners will be attending who can assist you in developing your business plan and financial statements for your loan package!  To register for this webinar\, click here to go to the SBA webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/financing-your-small-business-webinar/
LOCATION:SC
ORGANIZER;CN="Valerie N. Torstenson":MAILTO:Valerie.Torstenson@sba.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220712T185400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T194854Z
UID:29128-1657821600-1657827000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: Sidepreneurship: Carving Out a New Business While Working a Job
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSidepreneurship is all about working your hustle or carving out a new business while working a job.  It’s fascinating because you’re creating something new and figuring out how to capitalize on your talents and skills all while maintaining a job and getting a paycheck.  Come join Richland Library’s 2022 Summer Entrepreneur-in-Residence\, Lasenta Lewis-Ellis\, as she explores the various options of becoming a Sidepreneur! \nThis event will be held on Thursday\, July 14th at the Richland Library Auditorium.  The guest speaker for this event is Kitwanda “Kiki” Smith Cyrus\, founder of Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles.  Kiki will share her journey from working a fulltime job to building her business and brand! \nTo register for this event\, click here to go to the Richland Library website!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-sidepreneurship-carving-out-a-new-business-while-working-a-job/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220613T134955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T134955Z
UID:29025-1655380800-1655386200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:The COMET DBE Public Participation Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The COMET in partnership with Central Midlands Council of Government will be having a DBE Public Participation Meeting on Thursday\, June 16th beginning at 12:00PM.  The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program\, upcoming contracting opportunities\, and DBE Certification.  If you would like to attend\, please register here by Tuesday\, June 14th.  For additional information\, call The COMET at (803)255-7129 or email them at compliance@thecometsc.gov!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-comet-dbe-public-participation-meeting/
LOCATION:The COMET\, 3613 Lucius Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The COMET":MAILTO:compliance@thecometsc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220425T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T153100Z
UID:28852-1651748400-1651759200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia's 2022 Small Business Week Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities on Thursday\, May 5th for the 2022 Small Business Week Celebration!  Our theme for this year is We’re Open for Business: Celebrating Our Small Business Community!  During this year’s event\, participants will learn more on understanding the importance of perservering and being committed in starting\, growing\, and sustaining their businesses!  Also\, we will recognize local business owners who found opportunities out of crisis.  This year’s keynote speaker is former WBC Heavyweight Championship boxer and entrepreneur\, Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett!  Due to COVID\, space is limited.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to our Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbias-2022-small-business-week-celebration/
LOCATION:The Medallion Conference Center\, 7309 Garners Ferry Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29209\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ayesha Driggers":MAILTO:obo@columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220406T142206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T142256Z
UID:28761-1651222800-1651237200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Industry Day for Minority Contractors
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in partnership with the SC Chapter of the National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) and ForeSight Communications is sponsoring a Industry Day for Minority Contractors on Friday\, April 29th from 9:00AM – 1:00PM! \nDuring this event\, participants will learn more on certification best practices and upcoming bids and opportunities along with information from minority men and women who own successful contracting businesses\, procurement office managers\, technical assistance providers\, and more!  For more information or to register\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/industry-day-for-minority-contractors/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Streeet\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220328T161251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T161251Z
UID:28735-1651140000-1651145400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Business Plan Boot Camp (4-part Series)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in collaboration with the Benedict College Women’s Business Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, USC Columbia Technology Incubator\, SC Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)\, and TutwielerDawkins\, LLC is giving a Business Plan Boot Camp workshop!  This four-part series will assist small business owners in refining your ideas and strategies\, and structuring them into a viable business.  We will also help you fill the gaps in your plan and discuss the importance of independent research and analysis while helping you formulate business models\, tactics\, and strategies!  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-plan-boot-camp-4-part-series-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220328T161129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T161129Z
UID:28730-1650535200-1650540600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Business Plan Boot Camp (4-part Series)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in collaboration with the Benedict College Women’s Business Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, USC Columbia Technology Incubator\, SC Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)\, and TutwielerDawkins\, LLC is giving a Business Plan Boot Camp workshop!  This four-part series will assist small business owners in refining your ideas and strategies\, and structuring them into a viable business.  We will also help you fill the gaps in your plan and discuss the importance of independent research and analysis while helping you formulate business models\, tactics\, and strategies!  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-plan-boot-camp-4-part-series-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091045
CREATED:20220328T160757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T160907Z
UID:28728-1649930400-1649935800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Business Plan Boot Camp (4-part Series)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in collaboration with the Benedict College Women’s Business Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, USC Columbia Technology Incubator\, SC Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)\, and TutwielerDawkins\, LLC is giving a Business Plan Boot Camp workshop!  This four-part series will assist small business owners in refining your ideas and strategies\, and structuring them into a viable business.  We will also help you fill the gaps in your plan and discuss the importance of independent research and analysis while helping you formulate business models\, tactics\, and strategies!  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/business-plan-boot-camp-4-part-series-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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