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!
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!
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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!
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...
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...
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...
