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SUMMARY:SCDOT Virtual DBE Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Division of Minority & Small Business Affairs will be hosting the SCDOT Virtual DBE Outreach Event on August 28 – 29\, 2024! \nThis two-day event is designed to connect Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) with prime contractors for exciting opportunities to contribute to critical infrastructure projects in South Carolina! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to the registration page!  Participants must register by Tuesday\, August 27th.
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/scdot-virtual-dbe-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Transportation":MAILTO:scdbegoals@thinkfsc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Opportunities: Effective Networking Strategies to Build\, Grow\, and Scale Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO) will be hosting the Unlocking Opportunities: Effective Networking Strategies to Build\, Grow\, and Scale Your Business workshop on Thursday\, August 22nd beginning at 12:00PM. \nDuring this virtual workshop\, participants will learn: \n\nHow to build/target/identify relationships for business growth.\nHow to initiate meaningful conversations to spark interest under 30 seconds.\n\nTo register for this event\, click here to go to Richland County OSBO’s Zoom registration page! \nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, contact the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity at (803)576-1540 or send an email to OSBO@richlandcountysc.gov!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/unlocking-opportunities-effective-networking-strategies-to-build-grow-and-scale-your-business/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T134655Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of AI on Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting The Impact of AI on Small Businesses webinar on Thursday\, August 21st beginning at 10:00AM! \nJoin us and our featured presenter\, Donna Davis of DW Davis Consulting\, LLC as we dive into the discussion of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it will impact small businesses! \nFor more information and to register\, go to The Impact of AI on Small Businesses Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/the-impact-of-ai-on-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T124504Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual South Carolina Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Benedict College Women’s Business Center will host the 2nd Annual South Carolina Business Summit on Thursday\, August 15th beginning at 9:00AM at the Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2).  During the summit there will be a keynote presentation by Mimi Striblin\, owner of The Tiny Tassel\, presentations\, a pitch competition and more! \nRegistration for this event is $60.00.  To register now\, click here to go to the South Carolina Business Summit webpage!  For more information\, contact the Benedict College Women’s Business Center at (803)705-4641 or email them at info@bcwbc.org!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/2nd-annual-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:20240716T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240702T151422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T184213Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual DBE Outreach Carolina Crossroads Project Phase 3B
DESCRIPTION:The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is inviting DBE firms to attend a virtual outreach event for Phase 3B of the Carolina Crossroads project.  Participants will receive details about the various phases of the Carolina Crossroads Program and the scope of work for Phase 3B.  The scope opportunities include construction services and potential supply and support services! \nThis phase will not require design or professional services.  Registration is required to attend. \nTo register for this event\, click here to go to SC MBDA’s Zoom page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/31968/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Transportation":MAILTO:scdbegoals@thinkfsc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240703T124635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T124635Z
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SUMMARY:Minority & Veteran Small Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nThe U.S. Small Business Administration along with Congressman James E. Clyburn will be hosting the Minority & Veteran Small Business Expo on Friday\, July 12th! \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to the Minority & Small Business Expo registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/minority-veteran-small-business-expo/
LOCATION:The Continuum\, 208 West Main Street\, Lake City\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240625T132745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T132745Z
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business with Data Protection
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will host the Starting Your Business with Data Protection workshop on Wednesday\, July 10th beginning at 12:00PM! \nThis online webinar will provide small business owners important information on protecting their business!  Participants will learn information on self-audit\, malice protection\, email protection and more! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to SC SBDC Events webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/starting-your-business-with-data-protection/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T154746Z
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SUMMARY:CAP Carolinas Summer Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe SC Council of Competitiveness will be hosting the CAP Carolinas Summer Webinar Series from July 10 – August 15\, 2024!  The purpose of this three part series is to provide a comprehensive overview of various financing options for tech start-ups and small businesses at different stages of growth in South Carolina!  Topics include early-stage private financing options\, state and federal funds\, venture capital resources\, and more! \nFor more information and to register for a session\, click here to go to the CAP Carolinas Summer Webinar Series webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/cap-carolinas-summer-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SC Council On Competitiveness":MAILTO:office@sccompetes.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240625T132002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T132002Z
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SUMMARY:How to Scale Your Business - 5 Steps to Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join Midlands SCORE on July 9th to learn more about scaling your business! \nGrowing a business requires time\, planning\, and focus which are often lacking for business owners.  You don’t have to do it on your own!  Join this webinar and discover the five essential steps to scale your business! \nFor more information and to register\, click on the link to Midlands SCORE webpage! 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/how-to-scale-your-business-5-steps-to-business-growth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240529T193612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T182316Z
UID:31866-1718794800-1718830800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Entrepreneur\, Film\, and Television Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:In the heart of downtown Columbia\, South Carolina\, the inaugural 2024 Juneteenth Entrepreneur\, Film\, and Television Extravaganza (JEFTE) is set to dazzle attendees from South Carolina and surrounding states on June 18 – 19\, 2024.  This transformative two-day event promises to celebrate\, educate\, and inspire by honoring the rich legacy of Black entrepreneurship\, culture\, and art through film and television.  Don’t miss the JEFTE Entrepreneurial and Entertainment Summit on Day One\, in partnership with the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities\, at 1208 Washington Place (1208 Washington Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201) from 10:00AM – 5:00PM\, lunch provided.  On Day Two\, see the premiere of the compelling documentary film\, “Columbia’s Black Wall Street” also known as the Historic Black Business District. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets\, click on the following link to go to the Juneteenth Extravaganza webpage! \nAlso\, click on the link to watch the trailer for the Did You Know? Columbia’s Black Wall Street! to premiere on Wednesday night!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/juneteenth-entrepreneur-film-and-television-extravaganza-2/
LOCATION:Nickelodeon Theatre\, 1607 Main Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Columbia":MAILTO:District1@Columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240529T193115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T193115Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Entrepreneur\, Film\, and Television Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:In the heart of downtown Columbia\, South Carolina\, the inaugural 2024 Juneteenth Entrepreneur\, Film\, and Television Extravaganza (JEFTE) is set to dazzle attendees from South Carolina and surrounding states on June 18 – 19\, 2024.  This transformative two-day event promises to celebrate\, educate\, and inspire by honoring the rich legacy of Black entrepreneurship\, culture\, and art through film and television.  Don’t miss the JEFTE Entrepreneurial and Entertainment Summit on Day One\, in partnership with the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities\, at 1208 Washington Place (1208 Washington Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201) from 10:00AM – 5:00PM\, lunch provided.  On Day Two\, see the premiere of the compelling documentary film\, “Columbia’s Black Wall Street” also known as the Historic Black Business District. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets\, click on the following link to go to the Juneteenth Extravaganza website!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/juneteenth-entrepreneur-film-and-television-extravaganza/
LOCATION:1208 Washington Place\, 1208 Washington Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Columbia":MAILTO:District1@Columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240605T130637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T130637Z
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Business That Last - 3 Important Business Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Midlands SCORE will host How to Start a Business That Last – 3 Important Business Lessons on Thursday\, June 13th beginning at 1:00PM! \nGet ready to be inspired as Christina Moffatt\, a former successful cupcake and dessert bar owner\, shares her top three lessons for growing a thriving business!  Join SCORE and learn how to find your business niche\, a fresh perspective on savings and investments\, and where to find the support you need to grow. \nFor more information and to register\, click on the following link to Midlands SCORE webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/how-to-start-a-business-that-last-3-important-business-lessons/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240605T130050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T130050Z
UID:31886-1718276400-1718280000@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:How To Pitch With Confidence
DESCRIPTION:The Benedict College Women’s Business Center will host How to Pitch With Confidence on Thursday\, June 13th! \nJoin the Benedict College Women’s Business Center for an empowering webinar designed specifically for entrepreneurs and business owners eager to elevate their business narratives.  This is an essential workshop for anyone looking to refine their business pitch and gain the confidence needed to engage investors\, clients\, and partners. \nFor more information and to register\, click on the link to go to Benedict College WBC’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/how-to-pitch-with-confidence/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240528T115142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T115142Z
UID:31852-1717675200-1717680600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity presents SizeUP SC!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity on June 5th for their virtual workshop entitled SizeUp SC!  During this informative virtual workshop\, you will hear from Armando Morales from SizeUp SC on how to develop tools to discover customers\, suppliers\, and competitors for business growth! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to the workshop webpage! \n 
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-county-office-of-small-business-opportunity-presents-sizeup-sc/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240528T114255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T114255Z
UID:31847-1717491600-1717502400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Small Business Development Summer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the SC Department of Commerce in collaboration with the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday\, June 4th for their Small Business Development Summer Session!  Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SC District Office)\, SC Department of Employment and Workforce (SC DEW)\, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for this informative session on marketing your business\, insuring your business\, and providing information on income tax filings! \nFor more information\, contact the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce at info@chamberfc.com or call their office at (803)635-4242.  You can also go to the Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce website!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/small-business-development-summer-session/
LOCATION:Midlands Technical College Fairfield Campus\, 1674 U.S. 321 Bypass\, Winnsboro\, SC\, 29180\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Department of Commerce":MAILTO:SmallBizSupport@sccommerce.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240425T154453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T154453Z
UID:31705-1717489800-1717500600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Boost Your Business: Apprenticeships and Workforce Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you a small business owner ready to grow your team’s talent?  Are you trying to grow your business instead of juggling endless roles?  Apprenticeship Carolina will be hosting information sessions across the state in May!  Participants will have the opportunity to network with small business owners and applicable resources to enhance their ability to grow and upskill your organization’s talent through registered apprenticeship! \nThe sessions will be held at the following locations and dates: \nMay 7\, 2024 – Colleton County School District\, Walterboro\, SC \nMay 29\, 2024 – Brookland Baptist Banquet & Conference Center\, West Columbia\, SC \nJune 4\, 2024 – Student Success Center\, Greenville Technical College\, Greenville\, SC \nClick on one of the links above to register for the session near you! \nFor any questions or more information\, contact Kirsten Pratt\, Associate VP\, Division of Apprenticeship Carolina\, SC Technical College System at (803)545-4938!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/boost-your-business-apprenticeships-and-workforce-resources-for-small-businesses-3/
LOCATION:Student Success Center\, Greenville Technical College\, 506 S Pleasantburg Drive\, Greenville\, SC\, 29607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240425T153856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T154050Z
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SUMMARY:Boost Your Business: Apprenticeships and Workforce Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you a small business owner ready to grow your team’s talent?  Are you trying to grow your business instead of juggling endless roles?  Apprenticeship Carolina will be hosting information sessions across the state in May!  Participants will have the opportunity to network with small business owners and applicable resources to enhance their ability to grow and upskill your organization’s talent through registered apprenticeship! \nThe sessions will be held at the following locations and dates: \nMay 7\, 2024 – Colleton County School District\, Walterboro\, SC \nMay 29\, 2024 – Brookland Baptist Banquet & Conference Center\, West Columbia\, SC \nJune 4\, 2024 – Student Success Center\, Greenville Technical College\, Greenville\, SC \nClick on one of the links above to register for the session near you! \nFor any questions or more information\, contact Kirsten Pratt\, Associate VP\, Division of Apprenticeship Carolina\, SC Technical College System at (803)545-4938!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/boost-your-business-apprenticeships-and-workforce-resources-for-small-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Brookland Banquet and Conference Center\, 1066 Sunset Boulevard\, West Columbia\, SC\, 29169\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240513T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T151719Z
UID:31803-1716280200-1716283800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Columbia Chamber Small Business Breakout
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will have its May Small Business Breakout on Tuesday\, May 21st beginning at 8:30AM at Segra Park! \nIn the spirit of Small Business Month\, the Chamber will recognize our local small businesses and their impact through the Championship program.  Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union will sponsor five (5) businesses with Columbia Chamber partnership dues for a year and the signing ceremony for those businesses! \nFor more information\, click here to register on the Columbia Chamber website!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/columbia-chamber-small-business-breakout/
LOCATION:Segra Park – Columbia Fireflies Stadium\, 1640 Freed Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240502T122351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T122351Z
UID:31737-1715076000-1715083200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Bookkeeping 101
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities and Made With Cola Love will host the Bookkeeping 101 workshop on Tuesday\, May 7th beginning at 10:00AM at the Columbia Empowerment Zone building\, 1509 Lady Street! \nJoin Dr. Shelia Tutwieler-Dawkins on this informative workshop on bookkeeping for small businesses and entrepreneurs!  For more information and to register\, you can go to the Bookkeeping 101 Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/bookkeeping-101/
LOCATION:Columbia Empowerment Zone Building\, 1509 Lady Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240425T153722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T154217Z
UID:31695-1715076000-1715083200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Boost Your Business: Apprenticeships and Workforce Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you a small business owner ready to grow your team’s talent?  Are you trying to grow your business instead of juggling endless roles?  Apprenticeship Carolina will be hosting information sessions across the state in May!  Participants will have the opportunity to network with small business owners and applicable resources to enhance their ability to grow and upskill your organization’s talent through registered apprenticeship! \nThe sessions will be held at the following locations and dates: \nMay 7\, 2024 – Colleton County School District\, Walterboro\, SC \nMay 29\, 2024 – Brookland Baptist Banquet & Conference Center\, West Columbia\, SC \nJune 4\, 2024 – Student Success Center\, Greenville Technical College\, Greenville\, SC \nClick on one of the links above to register for the session near you! \nFor any questions or more information\, contact Kirsten Pratt\, Associate VP\, Division of Apprenticeship Carolina\, SC Technical College System at (803)545-4938!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/boost-your-business-apprenticeships-and-workforce-resources-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Colleton County School District\, 500 Forest Circle\, Walterboro\, SC\, 29488\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240502T121507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T121507Z
UID:31731-1714734000-1714748400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Food Trucks & Friends
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia will host Food Trucks & Friends on Friday\, May 3rd from 11:00AM to 3:00PM at 2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op Parking Lot)! \nIn addition to food trucks\, Toms Creek Mobile Market and Columbia Animal Services will be participating.  Shop for groceries\, check out a local food truck\, or adopt a new best friend! \nFor more information\, contact the Office of Business Opportunities at (803)545-3950.
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/food-trucks-friends/
LOCATION:2300 Bull Street\, 2300 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240319T155855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T175215Z
UID:31588-1714554000-1714577400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia's 11th Annual Small Business Week Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nThe City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the City of Columbia’s 11th Annual Small Business Week Conference on Wednesday\, May 1st at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbia Greystone! \nThis year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Stephanie Kirkland\, CEO and Founder of Identity Dynamics\, LLC.  Also\, social media expert Ken Walker will serve as our Master of Ceremony!  During the conference\, there will be breakout sessions with community resource partners and local business owners on topics relating to small business owners and entrepreneurs.  Also\, the U.S. Small Business Administration will have their awards ceremony and matchmaking session beginning at 11:30AM! \nFor more information and to purchase a ticket\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbias-11th-annual-small-business-week-conference/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbia Greystone\, 200 Stoneridge Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kalenna Ginyard":MAILTO:Kalenna.Ginyard@columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240319T154635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T154635Z
UID:31582-1714471200-1714485600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Columbia Lender Matchmaker Event
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Business Opportunities along with Midlands SCORE\, Benedict College Women’s Business Center\, SBA Veterans Business Outreach Center\, and Richland Library will be participating in the Columbia Lender Matchmaker Event hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration! \nJoin us for this event to meet one-on-one with SBA lenders and community resource partners on Tuesday\, April 30th at the Richland Library Main Auditorium!  For more information\, click here to go to the Richland Library Events page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/columbia-lender-matchmaker-event-2/
LOCATION:Richland Library Main – Auditorium\, 1431 Assembly Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240220T134737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T134737Z
UID:31445-1713000600-1713013200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Deeper Than Dentistry Presents Healthcare Career Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Deeper Than Dentistry’s Healthcare Career Summit: Empowering the Next Generation will take place on Saturday\, April 13th at the USC Alumni Center\, 900 Senate Street\, Columbia\, SC 29201. \nThis event aims to expose bright minds to the dynamic world of healthcare and ignite a passion to serve others through medicine\, dentistry\, nursing\, pharmacy\, and more.  For more information or to register\, click here to go to the Deeper Than Dentistry’s Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/deeper-than-dentistry-presents-healthcare-career-summit/
LOCATION:Pastides Alumni Center\, 900 Senate Street\, Columbia\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240311T121113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T121113Z
UID:31523-1711616400-1711623600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:City of Columbia and U.S. Small Business Administration Small Business Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be hosting a Small Business Town Hall on Thursday\, March 28th at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center! \nJoin the City of Columbia and the U.S. Small Business Administration for this informative event to provide information and resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs!  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Office of Business Opportunities Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/city-of-columbia-and-u-s-small-business-administration-small-business-town-hall/
LOCATION:Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center\, 1101 Lincoln Street\, Columbia\, 29201
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Columbia":MAILTO:District1@Columbiasc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240311T193434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T193434Z
UID:31528-1711533600-1711540800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Bridging the Generational Gap in the Workplace: The Acquisition and Retention of Generation Z
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Bridging The Generational Gap in the Workplace Series: The Acquisition and Retention of Generation Z on Wednesday\, March 27th virtually and in person at the Earlewood Park Community Center! \nTyson K. Brown\, Executive Director of Project OneWay will discuss how small business owners can use different tools to help acquire and keep Generation Z employees! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to OBO’s Eventbrite page or contact the Office of Business Opportunities at (803)545-3950.
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/bridging-the-generational-gap-in-the-workplace-the-acquisition-and-retention-of-generation-z/
LOCATION:Earlewood Park Community Center\, 1113 Recreation Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240227T154845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T154845Z
UID:31481-1711445400-1711454400@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Richland School District 2 Small and Minority Businesses Reverse Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Richland School District 2 will be hosting its inaugural Small and Minority Businesses Reverse Trade Show on Tuesday\, March 26th at Richland 2 Institute of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the Richland 2 Small and Minority Businesses Reverse Trade show webpage!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/richland-school-district-2-small-and-minority-businesses-reverse-trade-show/
LOCATION:Richland Two Institute Of Innovation (R2i2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240318T205332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T205332Z
UID:31575-1711188000-1711195200@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Show Me The Money: How to Finance Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Richland County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.  is hosting the Show Me The Money: How To Finance Your Business webinar on Saturday\, March 23rd beginning at 10:00AM via Zoom. \nMr. Allen Brown of the SC Community Loan Fund and OBO Director\, Ayesha Driggers will be participating in this event.  For more information and to register\, click here to go to the event registration page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/show-me-the-money-how-to-finance-your-business/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240228T165220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T165220Z
UID:31494-1710410400-1710417600@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Federal Tax Updates For Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities will be hosting the Federal Tax Updates For Your Small Business webinar on Thursday\, March 14th.  Senior Stakeholder Liaison\, Evette Davis from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will be providing important information and resources to small business owners on preparing for the 2024 tax season! \nFor more information and to register\, click here to go to our Eventbrite page!
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/federal-tax-updates-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T093058
CREATED:20240311T194533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T194533Z
UID:31531-1710331200-1710334800@obo.columbiasc.gov
SUMMARY:Backing Small Businesses Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn partnership with American Express\, the Backing Small Business Grant Program supports economically vulnerable and under-resourced small businesses with community reach.  This year\, eligible small business owners can apply for $10\,000 grants for projects that grow or improve their businesses by building community\, supporting their economic viability\, or bolstering meaningful change. \nApplications will be accepted from 9:00AM CST (10:00AM EST) on March 14th through April 7\, 2024 at 11:59PM CST (12:59AM EST). \nTo learn more about this program\, click here to register for the informational webinar that will be held on Wednesday\, March 13th beginning at 11:00AM CST (12:00PM EST).
URL:https://obo.columbiasc.gov/event/backing-small-businesses-grant-program/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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