This application-based summer-long program equips students with the foundations of business and the fundamentals of innovation and entrepreneurship. The high-impact experience is designed for students who want to complement their degree with real world business and innovation experience.
During the first three weeks of the Summer Business and Innovation Bootcamp, students will learn the business fundamentals required to start and run a successful business, such as accounting, finance, marketing, management, leadership and more. In addition, they will explore innovation and design thinking principles through mentorship, experience-based curriculum, and a specialized speaker series.

This exciting new conference, back after a successful inaugural run, provides educational options for attendees through discussions on the most recent trends, strategies and concerns in the EHS industry. The event will open on Tuesday evening with an optional networking reception. Enjoy dinner downtown afterward. The main conference will begin on Wednesday morning at breakfast and run through late afternoon.

Networking Over Coffee, a virtual event for networking the tech community and its allies. The event is online.

Make plans to attend this Power Up Spartanburg Workshop on How to Start Your Business and How to Access Capital. Offered every month in partnership with the SC Small Business Development Center, join Jay Jenkins, Director of Small and Minority Business Development, to learn about the topics below.

Want to work with the federal government but don't know how? Join SBA and learn how to register for, navigate and use the federal government's System for Award Management (SAM) at www.SAM.gov. Required to be eligible for Federal Contracts.

When clients refuse to pay for services, it can significantly impact your small business, and the legal options available to you can be a confusing process.

In this webinar, our expert presenter will walk you through the small claims court process, give you practical tips to navigate the process and help you avoid common mistakes that small business owners make when pursuing unpaid services.

This one-day in-person course is offered off-installation and provides veterans, their spouses and any national guard members with an overview of business fundamentals, while introducing techniques for evaluating the feasibility of business concepts.

Learn how to navigate the federal procurement data systems. Learn what the government has purchased in recent years. Is the government buying what you're selling?

Join the Middle Tyger Area Council in Duncan for June's monthly meeting and to hear from a representative from PAL: Play. Advocate. Live Well. PAL celebrates 20 years of advancing active living, promoting healthy eating, and fostering health equity in Spartanburg!

From Nobel Dog: As a celebration for PRIDE month, on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 from 6-10 PM a group of pet brands, non-profits, and pet lovers will descend on Modal at 813 Augusta Street, Greenville SC 29605 to support and demonstrate diversity! The first annual event happened in 2021 and we had such a great turnout, we brought it back for a bigger and better evening of family-friendly fun.

SBA opens doors to bonding!

• Limited or no bonding experience?
• Difficulty qualifying for bonding?
• Want to increase your bond limits?

Join us and let SBA share with you how we can help!

Join Chuck Emery, Financial Consultant, to learn how to set up your company properly on Quickbooks including the primary mistakes business owners make.

Are you looking to become a business owner but don’t know if you should buy a franchise or start your own business? Join us as we break down the pros and cons of buying a franchise vs. starting your own business.

In this webinar, our expert presenter will explain the key factors to consider when investing in a franchise and how that compares to starting your own independent business. By the end of this webinar, you will have the confidence and knowledge to make an informed decision.

Topic: Allyship for LGBTQ+ Community in the Workplace

Join Ten at the Top at 3 pm on the second Thursday of each month for a virtual TATT CHAT. Each session will include a special quest speaker as well as Upstate resource updates

Join Ten at the Top and the Urban League of the Upstate for an informal networking event to be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, June 9 in the Park 37 Community Room at 200 Executive Center Dr., Greenville.

The Topic for this session will be: Finding Purpose Through the South Carolina Guard 2nd Battalion.

SBA access to capital and resource partners.

At this month's Caffeinated Conversation, hear from the Joint Funders of Spartanburg! These five organizations are just another example of the high level of collaboration and partnership that exists in our community. Learn about their separate missions, funding opportunities, community projects, and guidelines, in addition to how they have fostered the standard of working together to collectively fund many of Spartanburg's community initiatives.

Session 1: Avoid Common Succession Planning Mistakes & Contingency Planning

What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.

On behalf of the SC DHEC Upstate Health Office and Ten at the Top, we would like to invite you to join us for another discussion around working regionally and collaboratively to address elements of the behavioral health crisis in the Upstate.

Are You Loan Ready? This workshop will help you understand some key things that you need to know and have ready to discuss with a bank loan officer or anyone you approach for funding.

To FLOURISH means to "Grow Well" and to "Be Very Successful". That is exactly what The Flourish Network and Flourish Networking for Women meet-ups, and events are all about.We are a non-compete business network for women.

The Spartanburg Young Professionals invites you to network and start your morning off in the best way possible: coffee, breakfast, and friends!

Meet fellow investors and learn how to maximize face-to-face opportunities at this structured networking event.

How do you tell the world about your innovation without giving up your “secret sauce”? You want to showcase your advantage, but you’re worried about giving too much info to competitors. You need to stand out, but hiding your genius just feels safer.If these worries sound familiar, this webinar will help you figure out what info is truly risky, and what you should be shouting from the rooftops. General guidelines plus real-world case studies will leave you more confident to share authentic, impactful communication with your target audience.

Hosted by Jenno Co., SCRA Resource Partner

Founders Forum is a new educational series from NEXT designed for entrepreneurs, created to educate founders in core disciplines relevant to all startups and activate the ecosystem at large.

Learn how you can improve your efforts as a founder, walk away with outcomes you can apply directly to your business, and strengthen your relationships with peers and content experts.

From Chaos to Clarity: How EOS Can Transform Your Business

Join Jon Scott, cofounder of ScopeStack, and Jeff Wilson, EOS Coach, who will share strategies for implementing Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in your startup, using real-world scenarios on how ScopeStack used EOS to scale their business.

From Facebook Groups to paid subscriptions, join Altimese Nichole and The Ezer Agency to learn how your business can build and nurture the power of community through social media.

Make plans to attend this Power Up Spartanburg Workshop - Access to Capital. Offered every month in partnership with the SC Small Business Development Center, join Katrina Meeks to learn about the topics below.

Hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office.

• Are you a minority or socially disadvantaged business looking to expand your contracting opportunities with the federal government?
• Is your net worth below $850k (economically disadvantaged)?
• Have you been in business for at least two years?

If so, you might be missing a huge opportunity to gain access to federal contracts that are set aside for 8(a) Business Development Program. During this presentation, participants will learn how to qualify, apply, and utilize the certification to increase business revenue.

Make plans to attend this Power Up Spartanburg Workshop on How to Start Your Business. Offered every month in partnership with the SC Small Business Development Center, join Katrina Meeks to learn about the topics below.

Join us for the gold standard of in person networking for the tech community.

Our celebration of Queer, Black-owned businesses returns for a second year! Tickets are limited and sold out early last year. Save the date as ticket sales are not yet open.

Join the Upstate LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Upstate Black Pride at Golden Brown and Delicious as we celebrate Black Pride in Business.

Join us for an inspiring and empowering evening as we celebrate Black Pride in Business, a special event honoring queer Black-owned businesses across the ten counties of the Upstate. Taking place at the welcoming venue of GB&D on June 21st from 6-9 PM, this event is a testament to the strength, resilience, and contributions of our diverse community. Heavy Appetizers will be served and registrants will receive one free drink from GB&D.

Course Description: Join the SBA’s National Guaranty Purchase Center’s Loan Specialists Rosselyn Morataya and Sara Abbasi for guidance on key items and steps lenders should follow when submitting guaranty purchase requests. In addition, the presenters will provide tips on submitting a complete package under the 10-Tab guaranty purchase guidelines in order to receive the NGPC’s Brand Promise of honoring the guaranty within 45 days of submission.

Session 2: Increase Your Business Valuation

What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.

Since 1997, CMC Recycling has provided metal recycling services to the greater Spartanburg area, serving Spartanburg, Cherokee and Greenville Counties. The experienced and knowledgeable team is committed to providing top-notch customer service, helping guide our customers through the metals recycling process in an open, transparent way. CMC prides themselves on ensuring that the facilities are kept clean and safe, and that their operations are performed in an environmentally conscious manner.

The OneSpartanburg, Inc. CEO Social is an opportunity for top-level business leaders to network with each other and hear from a prominent business executive. This June speakers Russell Booker and Ron Garner will address upcoming initiatives addressing talent and education strains in Spartanburg County. This event is exclusive to C-suite, owners, or other decision makers.

June's Professional Pours takes us to Ciclops Cyderi & Brewery right off of the new Hub City Hopper trail. Enjoy a brief introduction to our host venue and their upcoming events and new offerings followed by plenty of time to meet new people, chat with old friends, and to get excited about things to come. Join fellow Spartanburg businesses for this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow! And if you didn't get enough, stay after the event for a trivia night!

Session 3: The Nuts and Bolts — Legal and Accounting Issues

What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.

Understanding your target market is one of the most effective ways to increase your business sales. Your target market is your ideal customers who pay, stay and refer others to your business, resulting in a consistent rise in sales over time.

In this webinar, our expert presenter will show you how to determine your target market and how to structure your business to attract your ideal customer.

Do you have a passion for the culinary arts and want to start your own business? If so, starting a food truck might be the perfect business for you.

This live webinar, "How to Start a Food Truck Business: A Step-by-Step Guide," will provide the information you need to launch and run a successful food truck business.

Session 4: Prepare to Transition or Exit the Business

What happens to your business if you get sick, injured or worse? Who will step in if you suddenly become unavailable? With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence. With planning, your business can continue to thrive, even in your absence.

It's a place for minority business owners to:

• Maximize your sales opportunities
• Match with major corporations
• Engage with thought leaders & minority mentors
• Network and connect with other diverse suppliers
• Grow your business

It's a place for corporations to:

• Engage with qualified minority suppliers
• Collaborate with CVMSDC corporate partners
• Build relationships with minority businesses
• Diversify your supply base which increases competition, innovation, and agility