Networking Events in the Upstate, April 26-May 2
Check out the latest networking events in the Upstate, April 26-May 2.
April 29 – Power Up One-Year Celebration
What: Current and prospective small and minority business owners are invited to join OneSpartanburg Inc. to kick off U.S. Small Business Week with a celebration of the first year of Power Up Spartanburg. Attendees will learn about the initiative’s impact and about newly launched programs including access to subject matter experts and contract opportunities with large corporations.
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Fr8 Yard, 125 E. Main St., Spartanburg
Info: Gabbi Pruitt at [email protected]
April 30 – Energy & Environmental Compliance Committee
What: This committee is open to all Greenville Chamber members interested in environmental issues and how such issues can impact your business.
When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Where: ReWa Water Discovery Lab, 564 Maudlin Road, Greenville
Info: Nikki Huber at [email protected]
Welcome Reception
What: Join the Greer Chamber as it welcomes its new president and CEO Katie Collins. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and first drink will be provided for all who register.
When: 4-6 p.m.
Where: Rick Erwin’s Greer, 104 E. Poinsett St., Greer
Info: Register here
KeyMark’s Annual Automation Conference
What: Grab a beverage, some food, and get to know some of your colleagues before the fun of Insights 2024 begins.
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Hoppin GVL, 120 N. Markley St., Suite 202, Greenville
Info: Register here
May 1 – GCYP Biz & Coffee
What: Join the Greenville Chamber Young Professionals for this networking event.
When: 7:30-9 a.m.
Where: Grateful Brew, 501 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville
Info: Free for Greenville Chamber Young Professionals members, $15 per nonmember; Cheryl Garrison at [email protected]
KeyMark’s Annual Automation Conference
What: Join Keymark for a conference featuring a variety of speakers including Topgun pilot.
When: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Zen, 924 S. Main St., Greenville
Info: Register here
May 2 – Links Group #1
What: This noncompete leads group offers business networking and referral marketing.
When: 8:30-10 a.m.
Where: Greenville Chamber, 550 S. Main St., Suite 550, Greenville
Info: Abby McNeeley at 864-242-1050 or [email protected]
Do I Need a Business Plan?
What: This course will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business plan.
When: Noon-1 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or [email protected]; register here
Politics on Tap
What: Join the Greenville Chamber for this networking event featuring a guest speaker.
When: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Where: Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville
Contact: Nikki Huber at [email protected]
Huddle
What: Join the Platform @ Greer for this networking event.
When: 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: Greer City Hall, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer
Info: Platform @ Greer at 864-416-0127
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