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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:20260425T110643
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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:20260425T110643
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:20260425T110643
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:20260425T110643
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230724T132846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T132846Z
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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:20260425T110643
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:20260425T110643
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
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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:20260425T110643
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:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230602T175836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T175836Z
UID:30425-1689249600-1689255000@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-3/
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:20230629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230627T153927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T153927Z
UID:30487-1688025600-1688058000@obo.columbiasc.gov
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
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230621T115745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T115745Z
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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:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230602T175612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T175612Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230612T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T193735Z
UID:30448-1687370400-1687375800@obo.columbiasc.gov
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:20260425T110643
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230602T175420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T175420Z
UID:30418-1686657600-1686663000@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/
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:20230608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230525T123434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T123434Z
UID:30386-1686222000-1686225600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Contract Bonds & Surety Bond Guarantee Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Small Business Administration South Carolina District Office on Thursday\, June 8th for this free webinar!  Participants will learn how SBA can open doors for bonding and assist with any bonding concerns!  For more information and to register\, click on the link to SBA Events webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/contract-bonds-surety-bond-guarantee-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230530T201955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T201955Z
UID:30401-1686132000-1686139200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland County OSBO Presents The Power Behind Strategic Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join Richland County’s Office of Small Business Opportunity on Wednesday\, June 7th for their virtual workshop The Power Behind Strategic Partnerships.  Participants will hear from guest presenters on how they can establish strategic partnerships and what are the benefits from them.  For more information\, contact Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity at (803)576-1540 or send an email to osbo@richlandcountysc.gov! \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-county-osbo-presents-the-power-behind-strategic-relationships/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230605T192916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T192916Z
UID:30429-1686074400-1686079800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Be Business Smart: 10 Steps to Starting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Richland Library will be hosting the Be Business Smart: 10 Steps to Starting Your Business in person event on Tuesday\, June 6th beginning at 6:00PM. \nFrank Anderson\, Lender Relations Specialist with U.S. Small Business Administration will discuss tips on creating your business plan\, determining your legal structure\, and exploring finance options for your small business. \nTo register for this event\, click here to go to Richland Library’s website!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/be-business-smart-10-steps-to-starting-your-business/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main\, Meeting Room M\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230516T122851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T122851Z
UID:30353-1685530800-1685536200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:IRS Worker Classification 101
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting IRS Worker Classification 101 on Wednesday\, May 31st! \nEvette Davis\, Senior Stakeholder Liaison for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will cover topics for small business owners to assist them with tax laws and to ensure that taxes are being filed properly! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/irs-worker-classification-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230522T182735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T182735Z
UID:30378-1685014200-1685017800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Government Contracting Myth Busters
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina APEX Accelerator will be hosting Government Contracting Myth Busters on Thursday\, May 25th beginning at 11:30 A.M.  This free webinar will help attendees new to government contracting separate fact from fiction in doing business with the government.  For more information and to register\, click on the link to the SC APEX Accelerator Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/government-contracting-myth-busters/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230509T144959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T144959Z
UID:30310-1684920600-1684927800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:South Carolina Department of Commerce Access To Capital
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Department of Commerce\, Business Development Corporation\, South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, and CommunityWorks will be hosting the Supporting South Carolina Businesses Access to Capital & SSBCI Loan Program Review workshop on Wednesday\, May 24th beginning at 9:30AM.  During this free workshop\, participants will be hearing from representatives of Business Development Corporation\, CommunityWorks\, and the SC Small Business Development Center and will learn about the SSBCI loan program\, SBA lending options\, micro-loans\, and available technical assistance.  For more information\, contact the South Carolina Department of Commerce at (803)603-0614 or send an email to SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com!  To register for this event\, click here to be directed to the registration page! \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/south-carolina-department-of-commerce-access-to-capital/
LOCATION:Richland Library Sandhills Auditorium\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, 29229\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Commerce":MAILTO:SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T093000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230522T183741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T183741Z
UID:30382-1684830600-1684834200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Columbia Chamber Small Business Breakout - May 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will host their Small Business Breakout on Tuesday\, May 23rd at 8:30AM.  During this session\, the Chamber will highlight the TD Bank Small Business Champion winners and participate in a formal Columbia Chamber partnership signing event.  To register\, click on the following link to the Columbia Chamber Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/columbia-chamber-small-business-breakout-may-2023/
LOCATION:Segra Park – Columbia Fireflies Stadium\, 1640 Freed Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230516T124127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T124127Z
UID:30360-1684404000-1684409400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Is Your Business Prepared For a Disaster?
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting Is Your Business Prepared For a Disaster? on Thursday\, May 18th at 10:00AM.  Presenters from SBDC and State Farm will provide participants with information on preparing your business for any natural disaster or worldwide pandemic.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to SBDC’s training calendar page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/is-your-business-prepared-for-a-disaster/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230516T123703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T123703Z
UID:30357-1684323000-1684326600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:How to Market Your Business to Prime Contractors
DESCRIPTION:SC APEX Accelerator will be hosting How to Market Your Business to Prime Contractors on Wednesday\, May 17th!  During this online event participants will learn: \n\nHow to research and gain access to subcontract opportunities.\nBackground information on subcontracting plan requirements and compliance.\nDifferent avenues you can use to match with prime contractors.\n\nTo register for this event\, click here to go to SC APEX Accelerator’s webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/how-to-market-your-business-to-prime-contractors/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T160934Z
UID:30288-1683795600-1683806400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Winning From Within
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will host the Winning From Within workshop on Thursday\, May 11th beginning at 9:00 A.M. \nJoin OBO and Dr. Ashlye Wilkerson as we share techniques to increase productivity\, develop a high performing team\, and have happy customers.  Dr. Ashlye will bring her wealth of knowledge and experience\, along with her commitment for service as she provides relevant services to further preopare and develop your board\, team\, and/or staff! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/winning-from-within/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230502T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T160225Z
UID:30286-1683720000-1683723600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Cash Flow and Credit Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \nIf you are a small business owner expanding\, working on day-to-day operations\, or simply starting out\, learn the importance of cash flow and building credit. The South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will have representatives from SBDC and First Citizens Bank to discuss important topics relating to business credit and cash flow!  For more information and to register for this virtual event\, click on SBDC’s Events calendar! 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/cash-flow-and-credit-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230424T120356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T120356Z
UID:30260-1683277200-1683300600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia's 10th Annual Small Business Week Conference
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting its 10th Annual Small Business Week Conference on Friday\, May 5\, 2023 at the Medallion Conference Center\, 7309 Garners Ferry Road\, Columbia\, SC! \nThis year\, our keynote speaker is motivational speaker and author\, Chris Singleton!  Also\, the U.S. Small Business Administration will be hosting their awards ceremony and matchmaking session beginning at 12:30PM!  We will also have breakout sessions to discuss various topics for small business owners.  The cost to attend is $25.00 and lunch is included. \nFor more information and to purchase a ticket\, click on the link to go to OBO’s Eventbrite webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbias-10th-annual-small-business-week-conference/
LOCATION:The Medallion Conference Center\, 7309 Garners Ferry Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29209\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110643
CREATED:20230502T155855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T155855Z
UID:30283-1683198000-1683201600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Legally Launch Your Dream: The Roadmap to Establishing Your Business in SC
DESCRIPTION:The Benedict College Women’s Business Center will host Legally Launch Your Dream: The Roadmap to Establishing Your Business in South Carolina on Thursday\, May 4th at 11:00AM.  Participants will learn how to legally establish your business in South Carolina!  For more information and to register\, click on the link to Benedict College WBC’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/legally-launch-your-dream-the-roadmap-to-establishing-your-business-in-sc/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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