Make That Dough
2024-10-17 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Columbia Food Policy Committee will be hosting the Make That Dough event for entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations on Thursday, October 17th beginning at 8:30AM at the Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
For more information and to register, click here to go to the Make That Dough registration page!

1099 Compliance Regulations: Essential Tips and Tools for Small Businesses
2024-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
The SC MBDA Business Center and DESA, Inc. are hosting the 1099 Compliance Requirements workshop on Thursday, October 17th beginning at 4:00PM. During this informative workshop, Evette Davis from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will provide participants information on E-filing requirements and best practices for small business owners to avoid common tax problems and tax scams. For more information and to register, click here to go to the webinar registration page!

Redwood Materials Supplier Day Event hosted by SC Department of Commerce
2024-10-22 12:00 - 2024-10-24 13:00 | SC
The South Carolina Department of Commerce and Redwood Materials will be hosting a two-day, in-person Supplier Day Event on October 22, 23, and 24 in Columbia and Berkeley County.
This serves as an opportunity for SC suppliers to meet with Redwood Materials procurement personnel and learn more about their current and ongoing supplier needs.
Also, due to the overwhelming response, another date has been added for Columbia!
The dates and locations are as follows:
October 22nd – Columbia, SC (12:00 – 4:00PM) Just added!
October 23rd – Columbia, SC (8:30 – 11:30AM)
October 24th – Berkeley County (8:30AM – 1:00PM)
This is a FREE event, however registration is required. For more information and to register, click one one of the dates for more information!

Going International: Does Your Business Have What It Takes?
2024-10-31 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
The Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting the Going International: Does Your Business Have What It Takes? webinar on Thursday, October 31st beginning at 12:00PM.
Featured presenters will be Candace Shiver of The Shiver Group and Dorette Coetsee from SC District Export Council & U.S. Commercial Service. During this webinar, they will discuss topics relating to how participants can take their business global!
If you would like to participate, click on the QR code in the flyer or click HERE go to to the registration page! For more information, contact the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity at (803)576-1540 or click on the name above to send an email!

Camera Ready 101: Public Speaking and Branding Workshop
2024-11-02 10:30 - 17:00 | Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Sierra Artemus of WIS News 10 will be hosting the Camera Ready 101: Public Speaking and Branding Workshop on Saturday, November 2nd beginning at 10:30AM at Earlewood Park Community Center!
Join Sierra and special guests Roshanda Pratt and Janet Parker on what you need to know to improve your public speaking and branding skills for your small business!
For more information, go to Sierra’s website sierraartemus.com for more information!

Mayor Rickenmann's Second Town Hall Tour
2024-11-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Woodland Park, 6500 Olde Knight Parkway, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Join Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and members of Columbia City Council for the Mayor’s Second Town Hall Tour! This tour will begin on Monday, November 11th! Click here for more information!

Mayor Rickenmann's Second Town Hall Tour
2024-11-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, 29201

Mayor Rickenmann's Second Town Hall Tour
2024-11-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Veterans Small Business Resources Fair
2024-11-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Richland Library Main – Auditorium, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be hosting a Veterans Small Business Resources Fair on Thursday, November 14th beginning at 10:00AM – 1:00Pm at the Richland Library (Main Campus) Auditorium! This is a free event, but registration is required!
Representatives from SCORE, Small Business Development Center, Women’s Business Center, S.C. City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, S.C. Dept. of Commerce, S.C., Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity, S.C. Division of Small and Minority Business Contracting and Certification, Richland Library – Business & Careers, U.S. Veteran Affairs, Richland County Veteran Affairs and Palmetto Patriot Entrepreneur Network will be in attendance. Although the event is targeted to veterans, everyone is welcome to attend!
For more information and to register, click here to go to the SBA Eventbrite page!

Columbia Chamber Small Business Breakout
2024-11-19 08:30 - 09:30 | Segra Park – Columbia Fireflies Stadium, 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their Small Business Breakout on Tuesday, November 19th at Segra Park!
Celebrate the season and the spirit of our small business community with us at November’s Small Business Breakout! Join local entrepreneurs and business owners for a festive morning filled with networking, recognition, and holiday cheer as we showcase the invaluable role small businesses play in our community.
Kick off your day with a delicious breakfast that will energize you for a morning of connections and conversations. Network with fellow Chamber Partners, share your holiday offerings, and discover new ways to support one another. And don’t miss the highlight of the event—the announcement of our Small Business of the Year Award recipient! This prestigious award will go to a Chamber Partner that has gone above and beyond to make a lasting impact on our community.
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be one of the vendors participating in this event to provide information and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs who attend this event!
For more information and to register, click here to go to the Columbia Chamber Events webpage!

Urban Institute Presents: Building the Carolinas Tech Future With Homegrown Talent
2024-12-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
Join the Urban Institute, ApprenticeshipNC, and Apprenticeship Carolina to celebrate and reflect on next steps for the Small and Medium Business Tech Apprenticeship Project.
This project supports small- and medium-sized businesses in North and South Carolina in building registered apprenticeship programs for tech occupations. Attendees will hear from both state agencies about how the project has supported investment in a tech workforce in each state, featuring success stories from employers. With the project approaching its final year, Urban will discuss how employers can receive technical assistance to register apprenticeship programs to meet their tech workforce needs. Employers will also learn how to access funding supports for their apprenticeship programs and how to support apprentice learning with free trainings and certification opportunities in a range of IT occupations through the online learning platform Coursera.
For more information and to register, click here to go to the registration page!

Business Legal Entities and BOI Reporting
2024-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Join the SC Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) on Tuesday, December 10th for Business Legal Entities and BOI Reporting workshop!
During this informative workshop, participants will learn:

Basic types of business entities
Pros and cons of each legal structure
New BOI reporting requirements
How the SC SBDC can assist your business

For more information and to register, click here to go to SBA’s Events webpage!

SBA Webinar - Disaster Recovery Update for Nonprofits
2025-01-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a webinar to learn more about how to apply for a Disaster Recovery Loan for nonprofits. During this webinar, the South Carolina SBA team, will discuss:

The different SBA disaster recovery loans
How to apply
Resources for nonprofits

This is an opportunity for those who have nonprofits organizations to ask any questions you may have before the January 7th deadline! For more information, contact Antwan Harris, Public Affairs Specialist, SBA Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at (571)564-0257 or send him an email at antwan.harris@sba.gov!

Virtual DBE Outreach: Carolina Crossroads Phase 3C
2025-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is inviting all Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) to a Virtual DBE Outreach event on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 beginning at 4:00PM.
Participants will learn more about the overall Carolina Crossroads program, with a specific emphasis on the scope of work for Phase 3C. For more information and to register, click here to go to SCDOT’s registration page!

MWBE Outreach Event, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia
2025-01-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Central Carolina Community Foundation, 2142 Boyce Street, Suite #402, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The University of South Carolina School of Medicine will be hosting an MWBE outreach event regarding the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia project. This session will include an overview of the project, the bid package plan, the prequalification process, and the economic inclusion goals.
For more information and to register, click HERE to go to the registration page!

Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council - MLP RING Meeting
2025-01-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Streeet, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC) in conjunction with Savannah River Nuclear Solutions will be hosting the MLP RING Meeting on Thursday, January 23rd beginning at 9:00AM at the Busby Street Community Center, 1735 Busby Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
Participants will have the opportunity to:

Grow Your Network: Connect with key stakeholders from leading companies.
Enhance Your Business: Showcase your products and solutions to a highly targeted audience.
Discover New Opportunities: Explore emerging trends, technologies, and business collaborations.

For more information and to register, click here to go to the CVMSDC Eventbrite page!

SC Department of Commerce Presents eVAC Magnetics Supplier Day Event
2025-01-28 07:30 - 16:00 | Sumter, SC, Sumter, SC, United States
The South Carolina Department of Commerce and eVAC Magnetics will host an in-person supplier day event on Tuesday, January 28th from 7:30AM – 4:00PM. During this event, participants will have the opportunity to meet with eVAC Magnetics procurement personnel and learn more on their supplier needs. This is a free event, but registration in advance is required. For more information, click HERE to register!
For more information or any questions, click on one of the SC Department of Commerce staff members below to send an email:
Tammie Greene
Yaunna Hunter
Asahia Scott

From Bonding to Bidding: How Surety Bonds Enhance Contracting Opportunities
2025-01-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Richland County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton Street (4th Floor Conference Room), Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting From Bonding to Bidding: How Surety Bonds Enhance Contracting Opportunities workshop on Thursday, January 30th beginning at 10:00AM. The special guest facilitator is Peter C. Gibbs, founder and president of Foundation Surety & Insurance Solutions.
During this workshop, participants will learn the ins and outs of surety bonds and how they can open doors to new business. For more information and to register, click here to go to Richland County OSBO’s registration page!

Gather and Grow Downtown: Handshakes and Headshots - The Value of Your Relationships and Free Professional Headshots
2025-02-05 08:00 - 09:00 | Segra Park – Columbia Fireflies Stadium, 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will host the Gather and Grow: Downtown event on Wednesday, February 5th beginning at 8:00AM!
The theme of this event is Handshakes and Headshots: The Value of Your Relationships. Whether a firm handshake or confident headshot, every connection tells a story to strengthen your social capital and improve your ability to connect with the right people.
Ron Harvey of Global Core Strategies & Consulting, LLC will be the featured speaker during this event and free professional headshots will be taken! For more information and to register, click HERE to go to the Columbia Chamber registration page!

Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners
2025-02-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar
Midlands SCORE will present the Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners workshop on Thursday, February 13th beginning at 1:00PM!
This online webinar will help small business owners understand bookkeeping basics and ensuring your small business long term success!
For more information and to register, click here to go to the Midlands SCORE webpage!

2025 SC Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker Event
2025-02-25 09:00 - 16:30 | Hyatt Regency Hotel, 220 North Main Street, Greenville, SC, 29061, United States
The South Carolina Department of Commerce will be hosting the 2025 SC Automotive B2B Supplier Matchmaker Event on Tuesday, February 25th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Greenville, SC.
During this event, participants will have the opportunity to meet with leading OEMs and Tier 1 companies in the automotive industry! There will also be one-on-one meetings (prescheduled) with top automotive industry decision makers, access to educational sessions and a meet and greet reception, and more!
For more information and to register, click here to go to the SC Department of Commerce Eventbrite page!

Free AI Project Tools for Small Businesses
2025-03-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Standing Pines RV Resort and Campground, 2800 Bethlehem Road, Hartsville, SC, 29550, United States
The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting the Free AI Project Tools for Small Businesses hybrid workshop on Tuesday, March 11th beginning at 4:30 PM in Hartsville, SC!
The special presenter for this workshop is Amy Bashor, Founder and CEO of Standing Pines RV Resort and Campground in Hartsville. During this workshop, participants will learn about free AI tools that small businesses can use. For more information, click HERE to go to the SBDC website for information and to register!

Foundations for Success: Building and Growing Your Small Business
2025-03-12 10:00 - 12:30 | Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Foundations for Success: Building and Growing Your Small Business workshop on Wednesday, March 12th beginning at 10:00AM at the Earlewood Park Community Center!
Tosha Dash of S.H.E. Dreams Consulting will provide insight and resources to female entrepreneurs and small business owners on how they grow their small business! This event is free but registration is required. For more information and to register, click here to go to the OBO Eventbrite webpage!

Finance Forward: Unlocking Access to Capital for Your Business
2025-03-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Richland County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton Street (4th Floor Conference Room), Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting their 2025 Business Academy, Finance Forward: Unlocking Access to Capital for Your Business on Thursday, March 20th beginning at 10:00AM!
During this conference, participants will hear from representatives from Capital Funding Solutions, SC Community Loan Fund, CommunityWorks, and Security Federal Bank on tools and resources to receive funding for your small business!
Registration is open and lunch will be provided. For more information and to register, click here to go to the Richland County OSBO webpage!

SCAGPO Reverse Trade Show
2025-03-25 08:00 - 17:00 | SC
The South Carolina Association of Government Purchasing Officials (SCAGPO) will be hosting their Reverse Trade Show in Lexington and North Charleston, SC in March and April!
This is a great opportunity for small businesses to meet with agency procurement professionals to do business with their respective agencies! The dates and locations are as follows:
March 25, 2025 – Lexington Municipal Complex, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington, SC 29072
April 23, 2025 – Charleston Area Convention Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
For more information or any questions, please contact Jo Marie Brown at reversetradeshow@scagpo.org!

Benedict College Women's Business Center Offering Free Webinars in April
2025-04-01 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
The Benedict College Women’s Business Center will be offering free webinars for the month of April. these webinars will be held beginning at 2:00PM via Zoom. For more information and to register, click on one of the webinar titles. Here are the webinars for April:
April 1 – Basic Financial Literacy for Business Owners
April 3 – Defining Your Ideal Customer
April 17 – How to Avoid Underpricing When Starting Out
For more information, feel free to contact the Benedict College Women’s Business Center at (803)705-4641 or visit their website benedictcollegewbc.com!

Harnessing AI for Sales and Marketing: Practical Tools to Drive Efficiency & Effectiveness
2025-04-02 08:00 - 21:00 | Heyward Career Center, 3560 Lynhaven Drive, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Columbia Chamber of Commerce’s Gather and Grow presents Harnessing AI for Sales and Marketing: Practical Tools to Drive Efficiency & Effectiveness on Wednesday, April 2nd beginning at 8:00AM at the Heyward Career Center.
The guest speaker is Alex Moore, Senior Partner of Stratagon will provide tools and resources to attendees on artificial intelligence (AI). For more information and to register, click HERE to go to the Chamber’s events page!

South Carolina SBDC Presents Business Finance Basics
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) will host the Business Finance Basics webinar on Wednesday, April 8th beginning at 12:00PM!
In this course, you will learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, and understand insurance for your business.
Miranda Teague and Cheryl Meeks from Truist Bank will facilitate the session and will provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.
For more information and to register, click HERE to go to SC SDBC’s events page!
