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SUMMARY:Legal Foundations of a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the Legal Foundations of a Small Business workshop on Thursday\, December 4th beginning at 10:00AM! \nAaron Taylor\, founder of Cedar Tree Ventures Consulting\, LLC will provide informative and insightful information to small business owners and entrepreneurs who are seeking to have a better understanding of the legalities of starting a small business!  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/legal-foundations-of-a-small-business/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Innovation in SC Agribusiness Grant Program Overview
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) will be hosting the Cultivating Innovation in SC Agribusiness Grant Program Overview workshop on Thursday\, December 4th beginning at 4:00PM. \nThe Cultivating Innovation in SC Agribusiness program\, supported by Wells Fargo\, helps small and medium-sized agribusinesses transform bold ideas into real growth.  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to SC SBDC’s webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/cultivating-innovation-in-sc-agribusiness-grant-program-overview/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
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SUMMARY:BizArts Presents: A Christmas Story
DESCRIPTION:7Sunday’s BizArts\, in partnership with the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting BizArts: A Christmas Story on Sunday\, December 14th from 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. at the Columbia Museum of Art! \nDesigned to bring together families\, children\, educators\, artists\, and local entrepreneurs\, this event celebrates the magic of the holiday season through the creativity of the arts.  Guests can enjoy hands-on art making\, interactive learning activities\, story time\, and appearances from Ritchie the Rhino and Santa Claus! \nChildren and families affiliated with Richland County First Steps (RCFS) will receive complementary admission\, ensuring equitable access to literacy-rich and creativity building holiday experiences. \nFor more information on BizArts and to make donations\, click HERE to go to the webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/bizarts-presents-a-christmas-story/
LOCATION:Columbia Museum of Art\, 1515 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deon Generette's 7Sunday":MAILTO:7sundayg@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20251222T180659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T180713Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Start A Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) will be hosting the Let’s Start A Business webinar on Wednesday\, January 14th beginning at 11:00AM. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will learn more about how to start a business and will have an understanding on: \n\nWhat resources are available?\nWhere do I find the resources to start a business?\nWhat actions must I take to make my hobby or idea a successful business?\n\nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to the SC SBDC webpage! \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/lets-start-a-business/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260121T180603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T180603Z
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SUMMARY:SBE Certification Webinar for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The City of Charleston Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program and the Charleston County SBE office is hosting a free educational webinar on Wednesday\, February 4th beginning at 12:00 P.M. \nThe webinar will feature certification experts from the City of Charleston and Charleston County and will focus on recent updates to the SBE certification application process and more. \nFor any questions\, contact the City of Charleston Small Business Enterprise office at erc@charleston-sc.gov. \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sbe-certification-webinar-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260203T194103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T194103Z
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SUMMARY:Are You Loan Ready?
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on Tuesday\, February 10th for Are You Loan Ready? \nThis informative online webinar will prepare business owners who are seeking funding to start or grow their businesses!  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to SC SBDC’s registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/are-you-loan-ready/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260203T194655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T194705Z
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SUMMARY:EiR Presents: Clarifying Your Business Idea - From Inspiration to Intention
DESCRIPTION:The Richland Library will be hosting the EiR Presents: Clarifying Your Business Idea – From Inspiration to Intention on Thursday\, February 19th beginning at 6:30PM. \nThe Richland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence Deanna Taylor will help aspiring and beginning entrepreneurs move from a general concept to a clear\, focused idea rooted in a real problem and audience. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to Richland Library’s webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/eir-presents-clarifying-your-business-idea-from-inspiration-to-intention/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260205T193621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193621Z
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SUMMARY:City of Columbia Procurement & Contracts Forum for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Procurement and Contracts office and DESA\, Inc. will be hosting the City of Columbia Procurement & Contracts Forum for Small Businesses on Wednesday\, February 25th at 3:30PM at the Eau Claire Print Building\, 3907 Ensor Street\, Columbia\, SC 29203. \nDuring this event\, small businesses will learn more on the City’s procurement and contracts process and more information such as upcoming procurement opportunities.  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to DESA’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbia-procurement-contracts-forum-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Eau Claire Print Building\, 3907 Ensor Avenue\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="DESA%2C Inc.":MAILTO:diane@desainc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260223T181526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T181526Z
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SUMMARY:Funding Programs for Rural Small Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be hosting the Funding Programs for Rural Small Business webinar on Thursday\, March 5th beginning at 10:00AM. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to SC SBDC’s webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/funding-programs-for-rural-small-business/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260203T195808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T195808Z
UID:33836-1773820800-1773844200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:2026 Women's Summit: Women Who Launch\, Lead & Build a Legacy
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Department of Commerce and the Greater Women’s Business Council will be hosting the 2026 Women’s Summit: Women Who Launch\, Lead\, & Build a Legacy on Wednesday\, March 18th from 8:00AM – 2:30PM. \nThis summit is packed with inspiration\, innovation\, and intentional collaboration.  Attendees will participate in keynotes\, TEDx-style panels\, and more!  The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is a proud sponsor for this event! \nFor more information and to register\, go to the 2026 Women’s Summit Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/2026-womens-summit-women-who-launch-lead-build-a-legacy/
LOCATION:701 Whaley\, 701 Whaley Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Commerce":MAILTO:SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260421T182901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T182901Z
UID:34072-1776758400-1776790800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:WSO Theatre & Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The WSO Theatre & Film Festival is a bold\, three-day celebration of storytelling\, creativity\, and opportunity\, bringing together theatre makers\, filmmakers\, actors\, and creative visionaries from across South Carolina and beyond. \nProduced by WOW Studio One\, a leading force in theatre\, television\, and film\, the festival transforms downtown Columbia into a vibrant hub for artists and audiences alike. Throughout the weekend\, attendees will experience powerful film screenings\, live stage productions\, celebrity-led workshops\, professional pitch competitions\, live audition showcases\, lunch-and-learn sessions\, networking mixers\, and the prestigious WSO Honors Awards Ceremony. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets\, click HERE to go to WSO Theatre & Film Festival webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/wso-theatre-film-festival/
LOCATION:South Carolina State Museum\, 301 Gervais Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260224T181505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T181505Z
UID:33918-1776852000-1776861000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting QuickBooks Online: How to Set Up Your Books the Right Way From Day One on Wednesday\, April 22nd beginning at 10:00AM! \nThis virtual workshop will focus on how small businesses can use QuickBooks for their business!  Tabitha Haygood from Haygood Accounting Service\, LLC will provide participants with informative tools and resources for managing their finances through QuickBooks. \nRegistration is now open and you can CLICK HERE to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page to register!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/quickbooks-online-how-to-set-up-your-books-the-right-way-from-day-one/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260408T181642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T181642Z
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SUMMARY:ProcuraFind Small Business Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ProcuraFind will be hosting their Small Business Workshop on Friday\, April 24th beginning at 10:00AM at the Busby Street Community Center! \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to ProcuraFind’s events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/procurafind-small-business-workshop/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ProcuraFind (formerly Queen City Women in Business)":MAILTO:dawnnicole@qcwomeninbusiness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260421T182210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T182210Z
UID:34070-1777399200-1777402800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland Library EiR Presents: Learn From Results\, Adjust with Intention
DESCRIPTION:Richland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) will present Learn From Results\, Adjust with Intention on Tuesday\, April 28th at the Richland Library\, 1431 Assembly Street in Columbia. \nRichland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence\, Ron Harvey\, will teach participants how to reflect on feedback from their tests\, identify patterns\, and determine next steps.  The focus will be on building confidence in decision making\, whether that means refining the idea\, continuing to test\, or adjusting direction. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to the Richland Library webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-library-eir-presents-learn-from-results-adjust-with-intention/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260406T185336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T185336Z
UID:34043-1778058000-1778081400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia's 13th Annual Small Business Week Conference
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the City of Columbia’s 13th Annual Small Business Week Conference on Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026 at the Pastides (USC) Alumni Center\, 900 Senate Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201.  The conference will begin at 9:00AM\, registration will start at 8:00AM. \nThis year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Macie P. Smith\, Owner and CEO of Diversified Training Consultants Group\, LLC.  Dr. Ashlye V. Wilkerson will serve as our Mistress of Ceremony.  Also\, during our lunch session\, powered by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce\, the speaker will be State Representative Wendell Jones! \nIn addition to morning and afternoon breakout sessions on small business topics\, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host their statewide awards ceremony honoring small businesses in South Carolina!  We will also have a vendor showcase featuring local community resource partners and more! \nRegistration is open and tickets are $20.00 until April 21st.  After this\, the tickets will increase to $35.00.  For more information and to register\, click on the following link to go to the Small Business Week Conference registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbias-13th-annual-small-business-week-conference/
LOCATION:Pastides Alumni Center\, 900 Senate Street\, Columbia\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260505T120146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T120146Z
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SUMMARY:Money Matters for Small Business: Funding Contract and Stability
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) will be hosting Money Matters for Small Business: Funding Contract and Stability on Thursday\, May 14th beginning at 12:00PM. \nDuring this online event\, participants will learn important information and tools on funding options and building a strong financial foundation for long-term success.  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to the SC SBDC Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/money-matters-for-small-business-funding-contract-and-stability/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260505T121029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T121029Z
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SUMMARY:VentureX Presents Speed Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join VentureX for its Speed Networking event on Friday\, May 15rh beginning at 10:00AM! \nParticipants will have the opportunity to expand their professional network and connect with fellow leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and innovators!  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to VentureX’s webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/venturex-presents-speed-networking/
LOCATION:VentureX\, 1901 Main Street\, 18th Floor\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260505T122028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T122028Z
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SUMMARY:SBA Lender Matchmaking Event
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Small Business Administration – SC District Office (SBA) will be hosting the SBA Lender Matchmaking Event on Tuesday\, May 26th beginning at 10:00AM at the Busby Street Community Center. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to connect with over 30 bankers and resource partners.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/sba-lender-matchmaking-event/
LOCATION:Busby Street Community Center\, 1735 Busby Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260518T153720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T153720Z
UID:34174-1780567200-1780576200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Moving from Registration to Revenue: Doing Business with Richland County
DESCRIPTION:The Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting the Moving from Registration to Revenue: Doing Business with Richland County workshop on Thursday\, June 4th beginning at 10:00AM! \nHear from various Richland County departments\, Richland County Procurement\, and the Richland County OSBO team on the goods and services Richland County is procuring\, vendor contracting best practices & tips\, and more!  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to Richland County OSBO’s registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/moving-from-registration-to-revenue-doing-business-with-richland-county/
LOCATION:Richland County Council Chambers\, 2020 Hampton Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29204\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195043
CREATED:20260521T195553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T195553Z
UID:34187-1781546400-1781551800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:The Entrepreneur's Inner Battlefield - Breaking the Mental Patterns That Keep You Stuck
DESCRIPTION:The Richland Library Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) will present The Entrepreneur’s Inner Battlefield-Breaking the Mental Patterns That Keep You Stuck on Monday\, June 15th beginning at 6:00PM at the Richland Library Main Campus auditorium! \nRichland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence Donna Davis will help business owners uncover the invisible mental patterns driving overwork\, perfectionism\, self-doubt\, and burnout.  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to the Richland Library Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-entrepreneurs-inner-battlefield-breaking-the-mental-patterns-that-keep-you-stuck/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195044
CREATED:20260601T153635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T153635Z
UID:34237-1781697600-1781701200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Understanding Federal Tax Responsibilities for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:The Benedict College Women’s Business Center will be hosting the Understanding Federal Tax Responsibilities for Small Business Owners workshop on Wednesday\, June 17th beginning at 12:00 P.M. \nThis in-person and virtual event focuses on aspiring entrepreneurs\, gig workers\, side hustlers\, and small business owners who want to better understand important federal tax topics that can impact their businesses.  Participants will receive practical information related to federal tax responsibilities\, gig economy considerations\, and tools and resources available to support entrepreneurs and small businesses. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE to go to Benedict College Women’s Business Center’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/understanding-federal-tax-responsibilities-for-small-business-owners/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195044
CREATED:20260605T194323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T194323Z
UID:34255-1784023200-1784032200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Negotiating for Growth: Contracts\, Sales\, and Strategy for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Negotiating for Growth: Contracts\, Sales\, and Strategy for Small Business Owners on Tuesday\, July 14th at the Virginia Bedford Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive in Columbia. \nThis in-person workshop will focus on equipping small business owners with practical skills in sales negotiation\, contract negotiation\, and contract formation.  Our featured speaker\, Mr. Richard Waring will focus on: \n\nBuilding small business capacity to compete for municipal contracts.\n\n\nAlign local business practices with equity\, inclusion\, and sustainability priorities.\n\n\nProvide tools for managing subcontracting relationships fairly and compliantly.\n\n\nPosition the City of Columbia as a partner in community resilience and economic empowerment.\n\nIn addition to this\, we will have a representative from SC APEX Accelerator to discuss how they provide assistance to small business owners who are seeking to do business with federal\, state\, and municipal government agencies. \nFor more information\, you can click HERE to go OBO’s Eventbrite page for more information or contact the Office of Business Opportunities at (803)545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/negotiating-for-growth-contracts-sales-and-strategy-for-small-business-owners/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195044
CREATED:20260521T200337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T200337Z
UID:34189-1784570400-1784575800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:From Pressure to Power - Building Emotional Resilience Without Burning Out
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Richland Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) presents From Pressure to Power – Building Emotional Resilience Without Burning Out on Monday\, July 20th at the Richland Library Main auditorium beginning at 6:00 P.M. \nJoin Richland Library’s EiR Donna Davis during this transformational session that will equip entrepreneurs with practical\, science-backed tools to manage stress\, strengthen emotional resilience\, and lead with steadiness\, even in uncertainty.  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to Richland Library’s Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/from-pressure-to-power-building-emotional-resilience-without-burning-out/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195044
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SUMMARY:The Unpacked Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Unpacked Leadership Conference returns to Columbia on Friday\, October 2nd at the Richland 2 Institute of Innovation (R2i2) beginning at 9:00AM. \nThis year’s keynote speaker is Lieutenant General (Retired) Milford H. Beagle\, Jr.  Registration is open and early bird registration ends on July 17th!  For more information and to register\, click HERE to go to the Unpacked Leadership Conference registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-unpacked-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="GlobalCore Strategies & Consulting":MAILTO:rharvey@gcs.consulting
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