September 14
UCC National Issues Forum
What: The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s National Issues Forum is an opportunity for Greenville Chamber members to represent the Upstate’s business interest with the state’s leaders in this virtual meeting and engage firsthand in the legislative process. Community and business leaders will spend a week learning about policy issues, virtually meeting with South Carolina’s federal delegation, and immersing themselves in current events and policy issues.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $150 for Greenville Chamber members, $175 for non-members; Jason Zacher at 864-237-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
Sneak Pique!
What: Join Ten at the Top for a virtual networking meeting with other young professionals from across the Upstate.
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: Register here.
September 15
UCC National Issues Forum
What: The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s National Issues Forum is an opportunity for Greenville Chamber members to represent the Upstate’s business interest with the state’s leaders in this virtual meeting and engage firsthand in the legislative process. Community and business leaders will spend a week learning about policy issues, virtually meeting with South Carolina’s federal delegation, and immersing themselves in current events and policy issues.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $150 for Greenville Chamber members, $175 for non-members; Jason Zacher at 864-237-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
NEXT Venture Pitch Conference
What: This is the first day of a three-day virtual conference. This session will feature 15 business pitches followed by an announcement of a pitch winner from this day. Because the pitches from this day will be pre-recorded, anyone who virtually attends will be able to access the pitches for an entire year through a new on-demand platform.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $100 for full access, $175 for VIP access pass
September 16
UCC National Issues Forum
What: The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s National Issues Forum is an opportunity for Greenville Chamber members to represent the Upstate’s business interest with the state’s leaders in this virtual meeting and engage firsthand in the legislative process. Community and business leaders will spend a week learning about policy issues, virtually meeting with South Carolina’s federal delegation, and immersing themselves in current events and policy issues.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $150 for Greenville Chamber members, $175 for non-members; Jason Zacher at 864-237-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
NEXT Venture Pitch Conference
What: This is the second day of a three-day virtual conference. This session will feature 15 business pitches followed by an announcement of a pitch winner from this day. Because the pitches from this day will be prerecorded, anyone who virtually attends will be able to access the pitches for an entire year through a new on-demand platform.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $100 for full access, $175 for VIP access pass
Digital Marketing during COVID-19
What: RevLocal will present how internet traffic during quarantine is impacting marketing for small businesses. Attendees will learn what their digital marketing steps should be, the best Google features to use and successful social media tips.
When: 10:30 a.m.-noon
Where: Webinar
Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org.
Links Group #4
What: This noncompete leads group offers business networking and referral marketing.
When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Greenville Chamber, 550 S. Main St., Suite 550, Greenville.
Info: Andrew Van at 864-239-3704 or avan@greenvillechamber.org.
September 17
UCC National Issues Forum
What: The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s National Issues Forum is an opportunity for Greenville Chamber members to represent the Upstate’s business interest with the state’s leaders in this virtual meeting and engage firsthand in the legislative process. Community and business leaders will spend a week learning about policy issues, virtually meeting with South Carolina’s federal delegation, and immersing themselves in current events and policy issues.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $150 for Greenville Chamber members, $175 for non-members; Jason Zacher at 864-237-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
NEXT Venture Pitch Conference
What: This is the last day of a three-day virtual conference. This session will feature live pitch finals with the winners from day one going head-to-head against the winners from day two. It will include exposure to the Carolina region’s best venture capitalists in a live Q&A with each finalist. Finally, a pitch winner will be chosen at the conclusion of day three and the winner will receive an automatic bid to the Venture Atlanta Live Online showcase in October 2020.
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $100 for full access, $175 for VIP access pass
Move Up Lunch & Learn
What: A lunch and learn hosted by the Upstate SC Alliance office.
When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Upstate SC Alliance Office, 124 Verdae Blvd., #202, Greenville.
Info: $10 per person with lunch provided; register here.
Overcoming Cybersecurity Challenges During the COVID-19 Pandemic
What: In this webinar, cybersecurity experts Jon Clay, Mitchel Chang and Kristin Judge will discuss topics including a threat landscape update with an emphasis on what has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic; threat protection for small businesses focusing on phishing, smishing, business email compromise and general cybersecurity hygiene for working and schooling from home; and a cybercrime and fraud/scam update since the COVID-19 pandemic.
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Register here.
September 18
Growth & Infrastructure Committee
What: This committee is open to any Greenville Chamber member interested in issues related to transportation and infrastructure. This committee often hosts guest presentations on important issues such as road projects, rail, air service, public transportation and the state’s ports.
When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Where: Greenville Water Community Room, 407 W. Broad St., Greenville.
Info: Jason Zacher at 864-239-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
UCC National Issues Forum
What: The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s National Issues Forum is an opportunity for Greenville Chamber members to represent the Upstate’s business interest with the state’s leaders in this virtual meeting and engage firsthand in the legislative process. Community and business leaders will spend a week learning about policy issues, virtually meeting with South Carolina’s federal delegation, and immersing themselves in current events and policy issues.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: $150 for Greenville Chamber members, $175 for non-members; Jason Zacher at 864-237-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
September 22
Energy and Environmental Compliance
What: This committee is open to all Greenville Chamber members interested in environmental issues and how such issues can impact their business. The committee often hosts speakers from SCDHEC and other groups to talk about water and air quality, sustainability, energy, and other environmental initiatives in the community.
When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Where: ReWa Discovery Lab, 564 Mauldin Road, Greenville.
Info: Jason Zacher at 864-239-3718 or jzacher@greenvillechamber.org.
Community Matters: Transportation and Travel Update
What: Join the Greenville Chamber for an update regarding transportation and travel in the region. Dave Edwards, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport president and CEO, will provide insights and share information regarding the future of transit in Greenville.
When: 10-10:45 a.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Megan Campbell at 864-239-3745 or mcampbell@greenvillechamber.org.
Next Level Leadership Series
What: Doug Hooker will speak on “The Complexity of Leading in Our Time” on this webinar.
When: Noon-1 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Tami Miller at 864-239-3743 or tmiller@greenvillechamber.org.
Get Your Business Online in a Blink- Stress Free Ways to Find the Right Software
What: In this webinar, Taylor Short and Sam Bonanno from Software Advice will discuss easy and stress-free ways to help a business owner find the right software to get their business online fast. They will answer questions such as: what problem do I need to solve with software, how do I choose the right software for my business and how can I purchase software efficiently?
When: 1-2:00 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Register here.
LinkedIn Unlocked
What: Would your business achieve more goals with a digital marketing strategy focused on LinkedIn? With a model unique to social media, LinkedIn fuses professional networking and social interactivity. As a business owner marketing your company online, knowing how this platform differs from the other major players can unlock the secret to your business.
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org.
September 23
SCBIO Life Sciences Boot Camp 2020
What: Join SCBIO and a panel of subject matter experts for a program of expert insights, continuing education and networking in a virtual, collaborative format.
When: 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Free for SCBIO members, $50 per non-member
GCYP Leadership Luncheon: How to Advance Your Career
What: The Greenville Chamber is hosting this webinar for young professionals. Steve Nail, Anderson University’s college of business dean, will speak.
When: 9-10 a.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Tami Miller at 864-239-3743 or tmiller@greenvillechamber.org.
Upstate Entrepreneur Ecosystem Workshop-Global Entrepreneurship Week During COVID-19
What: Join Ten at the Top for this virtual workshop.
When: 11 a.m.-noon
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: Register here.
Links Group #2
What: This noncompete leads group offers business networking and referral marketing.
When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Greenville Chamber, 550 S. Main St., Suite 550, Greenville.
Info: Andrew Van at 864-239-3704 or avan@greenvillechamber.org.
September 24
TATT CHAT
What: Join Ten at the Top for this virtual meeting and listen to a guest speaker.
When: 3-4 p.m.
Where: Virtual meeting
Info: Register here.
Basic Small Business Start Up
What: This workshop will introduce the attendee to key business considerations, such as the myths and realities of entrepreneurship, different business options to pursue, the components of business ownership, legal and financial considerations, and business planning basics.
When: 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Info: Piedmont SCORE at 864-271-3638 or info@piedmontscore.org.
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